cookie showcase

Check Out the Delicious Dozen from D23’s Holiday Cookie Showcase

By Jocelyn Buhlman Christmas time is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some delectably Disney cookies? We asked you to show off your best holiday creations sprinkled with extra pixie dust, and we picked our 12 favorites. Check out the gallery below to see which holiday cookies made us …

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christmas carols

Christmas Carols of Disney’s Past, Present, and Future (Kind Of)

By Karina Schink The star is placed perfectly atop the brightly lit tree, you’ve got a hot cup of hot cocoa and are curled up on the couch ready to partake in one of the most quintessential holiday traditions, a viewing of Mickey’s Christmas Carol. Thirty-five years ago, this classic Mickey Mouse cartoon featurette premiered, …

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shopDisney top toys

The Top 15 Most-Wished-For Toys This Holiday Season

By Beth Deitchman The holidays are upon us, and the upcoming season of gift giving means one thing for Disney fans everywhere: a trip to the Disney store. It’s our one stop shop for all things Disney merchandise perfect for friends and family of all ages. For the first time ever, Disney store and shopDisney.com …

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Grand Floridian gingerbread house

The Sweetest Stats About the Grand Floridian Hotel & Spa Gingerbread House

By Karina Schink For 20 years, the magical pastry elves at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa have whisked, baked, and decorated to create the magical gingerbread house that warms guests’ hearts and tempts their taste buds. Sweet smells of ginger and sugar fill the lobby of the hotel every holiday season, as this larger-than-life …

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D23 Days 2018 e-cards

Send Some Holiday Cheer This Season with D23 E-Cards

By D23 Team With a little bit of pixie dust (and some cheerful elves), we’ve created some special cards just for you to send to someone especially wonderful in your life. Each e-card is themed to Mickey’s Christmas Carol in honor of its 35th anniversary this year. So, check your list (and do it again) …

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D23 Days crafts gift boxes

‘Tis the Season Mini Gift Box Craft

What You Will Need: Heavy printer paper Clear tape Curling ribbon Scissors Hole punch Kids, have an adult help you with the scissors. How to Make the Boxes: Download and print onto heavy paper. Trim along the solid lines. Fold along the dashed lines. Place a treat or surprise in the center, fold the shorter …

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apple cider

Hot Spiced Apple Cider

Ingredients: 16 oz. quality apple cider ½ tsp. cinnamon ½ tsp. whole allspice ¹/8 tsp. whole cloves ¹/8 tsp. nutmeg ½ orange, cut into small pieces 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar Sliced apple and orange, for garnish Whole cinnamon stick, for garnish Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, and simmer over low heat for about …

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Disney holiday shows

D23’s Ultimate Guide to Your Holiday Viewing—2018 Edition

By Karina Schink We’ve decked our halls with boughs of holly, and laid out all the necessary provisions for the big man in red and his merry steeds. Now, it’s finally time to relax and enjoy the holiday spirit that’s all around. Luckily Freeform, ABC, and Disney Channel have got all of us covered in …

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