Theme Park News - September 15-21, 2025
- Miranda Benson
- Sep 22
- 3 min read
Candlelight Processional Lineup Announced for 2025 EPCOT Festival- The 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, presented by AdventHealth, returns with the beloved Candlelight Processional. This festive event features a mass choir of cast members and community singers, the Voices of Liberty, a 50-piece orchestra, and Christmas stories narrated by celebrity guests at the America Gardens Theatre.
Nov. 28-29 – Constance Wu (NEW)
Nov. 30-Dec. 2 – Jordan Fisher
Dec. 3-4 – Jennifer Garner (NEW)
Dec. 5-6 – Ashley Eckstein
Dec. 7-8 – Ralph Macchio
Dec. 9-10 – Leslie Uggams (NEW)
Dec. 11-13 – Marlee Matlin
Dec. 14-15 – Henry Winkler (NEW)
Dec. 16-17 – Lauren Daigle (NEW)
Dec. 18-19 – Gary Sinise
Dec. 20-22 – Brendan Fraser
Dec. 23-24 – Luis Fonsi
Dec. 25-26 – Joel David Smallbone (NEW)
Dec. 27-28 – Brie Larson (NEW)
Dec. 29-30 – Sheryl Lee Ralph (NEW)
Showtimes are nightly at 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:15 p.m. Guests can enhance their experience by reserving a Candlelight Processional Dining Package, which includes a meal at select restaurants and guaranteed seating for one of the performances. Dining options vary from breakfast to dinner and include entree and dessert choices, plus beverages. Reservations open on October 14.
Whether it’s your first time or an annual tradition, the Candlelight Processional is a highlight of the festival, offering heartwarming holiday storytelling alongside global traditions and seasonal treats throughout EPCOT.
Disney Cruise Line Celebrates Gratitude Day with Special Offer
This week, Disney Cruise Line is celebrating World Gratitude Day by expressing heartfelt thanks to their friends and fans around the globe. To show their appreciation, they are offering an exclusive 40% discount on voyage fares for select sailings departing from Port Canaveral, Fort Lauderdale, and Galveston.
This special promotion applies to select sailings scheduled between October 17, 2025, and December 19, 2025. Clients who book through their Carry on the Magic travel agent by September 25, 2025, can take advantage of this limited time offer. Don’t miss the chance to experience the magic of a Disney cruise at a fantastic value—contact your Carry on the Magic agent today to secure your spot before this opportunity sails away!
Rock the Universe 2026: Music Festival at Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort’s Rock the Universe, Florida’s largest Christian music festival, is set to return to Universal Studios Florida on January 23-24, 2026. This event offers guests an unforgettable weekend filled with faith, fun, and inspiring performances by some of today’s most popular Christian artists.
Tickets are now available for this faith inspired gathering, featuring headline acts including Billboard Christian chart-topper Forrest Frank, GRAMMY-nominated singer Phil Wickham, GRAMMY and Dove award winning band Switchfoot, and multiplatinum artist LECRAE, among others.
Here is the full concert lineup for Rock the Universe 2026:
Friday, January 23
Forrest Frank
Switchfoot
KB
Blessing Offor
Hulvey
bodie
Eli Gable
Hopeful.
Claire Leslie
Saturday, January 24
LECRAE
Phil Wickham
Colton Dixon
Passion
Terrian
Sam Rivera
Caleb and John
Bay Turner
Megan Danielle
In addition to incredible concerts, attendees will have the chance to participate in various worship experiences held throughout the weekend, including a profound Sunday morning service on January 25, marking the event’s conclusion.
Ticket Options
The Rock Your Weekend Ticket offers the best value, providing access to the Rock the Universe event on both Friday and Saturday nights, plus three days of admission to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal’s Volcano Bay (one park per day). Single night tickets for either Friday or Saturday are also available.
Contact us to learn more or to secure your tickets for this powerful and uplifting weekend at Universal Orlando Resort.
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