A unique Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort, Epcot dives wholeheartedly into the holiday season, giving a glimpse of global celebrations and more. Taking place from the end of November to December, holiday events at the park are replete with adrenaline-gushing rides to spectacular attractions, shows from different cultures, holiday storytellers, the best restaurants depicting a fusion of cuisine, and more.

Here's what travelers shouldn't miss at Epcot during the holidays.

10 Visit The Little Food Booths

If one is at Epcot, visiting all the Holiday Kitchens is inevitable. Small food booths representing the seasonal dish of their individual country are the most riveting element. Grab a bite of traditional American dishes at the American Holiday Table, or Classic German Holiday Dishes at Bavaria Holiday Kitchen, relish the Mexican yuletide treats at Las Posadas Holiday Kitchen, or one can try some Italian holiday dishes at the Tuscany Holiday Kitchen.

Seeking kebabs and cocktails? Head towards Tangierine Café, also want to end something on a sweet or caffeinated note? Then, Holiday Hearth Desserts, The Donut Box, and Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company should be the go-to resorts.

Turning up with an empty stomach is the key, as cuisines galore will be a treat for the taste buds.

9 Listening To Holiday Storytellers

Cultures connect with each other through their traditions and there exists no better way than narrating them.

From Santa Claus tales to Canadian Voyageurs, hearing about Daruma dolls from Japanese cultures or Hanukkah celebrations from Jewish culture, basking in the traditional German music by its festive band play or listening to Père Noël speaking on the Magic of Christmas from France.

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8 Try A Scavenger Hunt With Olaf

The popular Holiday Tradition Expedition is the Scavenger Hunt With Olaf. Figurine of the favorite snowman across the world, Olaf is hidden at various locations depicting the cultures of different countries.

The game starts with buying maps from Creations Shop, Port of Entry, or World Traveler at International Gateway and tracing hidden Olaf, simultaneously learning about different traditions. Completion of the map can be handed back to Disney Traders, World Travelers at International Gateway, or Creations Shop to redeem the gift.

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The cookie scavenger hunt starts around World Showcase where visitors can try five cookies and in lieu of it, get the stamps to earn the sixth free cookie. The stroll is super fun and the cookies are absolutely adorable.

There is the peppermint pinwheel cookie from the Yukon Kitchen, the black and white cookie from the L'Chaim Holiday Kitchen, the gingerbread cookie from World Showplace, the chocolate crinkle cookie from the American Holiday Table, and the Linzer cookie from the Bavaria Holiday Kitchen.

After completing Cookie Stroll, visitors can head towards Sweets & Treats Holiday Kitchen & can earn the sixth free cookie. All the cookies are quite unique in design as well as taste which makes the whole stroll fascinating.

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6 Don’t Miss The Harmonious Fireworks Show

It's the Holiday Season and thus the sparkle of fireworks inevitably follows. Nevertheless, this isn’t an ordinary show but a crafted medley of incredible visuals, Disney music, and spectacular fireworks.

The show lasts for about 20 minutes with a combination of floating screens, moving fountains, lasers in 360-degree view, and pyrotechnics. Also, the whole show will leave the visitors in awe, if they manage to grab the right spot.

There are a few locations that are quite recommended. One is the quiet area between Germany and African-inspired Refreshment Post, second is over the bridge in the Italy Pavilion or a prior reservation at Spice Road Table.

5 Get A Photo With Santa

A visit to Disney is incomplete without Santa Claus. Make a visit to Epcot and definitely win the chance to meet Santa Claus. Every year, Santa is spotted at a new location, and this year, he will be inside the Odyssey Pavilion between Test Track and Mexico Pavilion. One can get their perfect holiday photo for Instagram by sitting on Santa’s lap.

Hours are limited, with staggered photo sittings.

This magical opportunity is available through December 24th.

4 Attend The Candlelight Processional

The element of the Holiday Season is truly felt due to the Candlelight Processional. A 40 minutes show comprising an orchestra and chorus as well as a celebrity speaker narrating the Nativity Story is something not to be missed.

Several performances are held throughout the day and the last performance is deemed to be the best owing to fewer crowds.

3 Have A Meet & Greet Session with Disney Princess

The most awaited part of the Epoch International Festival Of The Holidays is meeting Belle, the Disney Princess looking ravishing in her red velvet flowing gown.

At French Pavilion, visitors can have a delightful conversation with her and also snap some pictures for memories.

2 Don’t Miss The Voices Of Liberty

The delightful vocal performance by Voices of Liberty should definitely not be missed! At American Adventure Pavilion, this 15-minute performance of timeless classics and performers in Colonial winter attire offer authentic renditions of holiday favorites.

1 Pay A Visit To The Gingerbread Houses

At American Pavilion, the detailed display of gingerbread houses will delight visitors. The display of the American Adventure Pavilion building, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Martin Luther King Junior Memorial have so many added details, but there is something new each year, too.