Walt Disney World Holiday News & Final Day at Rivers of America

Walt Disney World Holiday Season 2025

• 🗓️ The Walt Disney World holiday season officially kicks off on November 14th, 2025, running through the end of the year.
• 🎄 Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays will run from November 28th to December 30th, featuring storytellers, the Candlelight Processional, and the Living with the Land Glimmering Greenhouses.
• 🎁 Disney's Hollywood Studios will host Disney Jollywood Nights on select nights starting November 8th, with a return of the Glisten Ice Show and new merchandise.
• 🎅 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party begins on November 7th and runs until December 21st, featuring Mickey and Minnie meeting together and an updated "Once Upon a Christmas Time" parade.

Rivers of America Farewell

• 🚢 The show covers the final day of operation for the Rivers of America attractions at Magic Kingdom, including the Liberty Belle riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island.
• 🏝️ Guests experienced a full day at Magic Kingdom, culminating in a final ride on the Liberty Belle riverboat and a visit to Tom Sawyer Island.
• 🚂 The Walt Disney World Railroad also completed its Grand Circle Tour for the last time before entering shuttle mode, offering a final look at construction.
• 😥 Many guests and cast members expressed emotional goodbyes to the Rivers of America attractions, with some cast members receiving pilot licenses as souvenirs.

Future Park Developments

• 🚧 The closure of Rivers of America attractions is in preparation for new themed areas, including a Cars-themed land (Piston Peak) and a Villains Land.
• 🎢 While specific opening dates are unknown, there is anticipation for these new additions, drawing comparisons to successful lands at Disneyland Resort.
• 🚢 The boat dock for Rivers of America is expected to remain and be integrated into the new park setup.