HalloXmas Plans

Either in 2020 or 2021, I will be taking a two week trip to Japan in order to enjoy the Tokyo Disney Resort during Halloween and Christmas! Hence, HalloXmas (thanks to DisneyTouristBlog for that term). I've always wondered if it was possible, and it is! It just takes a little planning. Of course, I originally wondered about it in regards to Disneyland. But given my quest to visit every single Disney park during every season, I think it makes sense to do this at the park furthest from home.

My current plan is to spend 4 days at the parks for Halloween (10/28-10/31), then spend a week or so sightseeing and exploring Tokyo and the surrounding areas. Then I'll head back to the parks around 11/7 for four days of yuletide bliss!

Have you ever experienced two seasons in one trip at a Disney resort?

World of Color (California Adventure)

World of Color has to be Disney's best show. I've only seen it once, but I was absolutely blown away. And I had actually stumbled upon it one night by accident. I was walking past while it was already going and could just hear the music from the bench I decided to park on, and knew I was going to have to try to catch it the following night, which I did! It's set on the water and it's basically a huge laser light show with water and fire and smoke and music.

It plays iconic scenes from Disney films including The Little Mermaid, Pocahontas, The Lion King, Pirates of the Caribbean and so many more! The lights and water all change to match the music, and it's really an incredible experience. I cried during the The Lion King portion, because it just evokes so much emotion! And the Pirates of the Caribbean part was absolutely epic! This is not a show to miss. Make sure you grab a Fast Pass for it if you're ever in California Adventure! There's even suppose to be a new special Halloween edition this year!

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party (Magic Kingdom)

I was lucky enough to be able to attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party last year at Walt Disney World. For those who don't know, this is a special ticketed event that happens after normal park hours in Magic Kingdom. The ticket also lets you access the park a few hours before the party if you don't have a regular ticket (I did, so I was there ALL day). There's special treats, a parade, fireworks, character appearances, and more!