‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration’ ABC Special is Coming to Disney+

'The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration' ABC Special is Coming to Disney+

‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration’ premiered on ABC over Thanksgiving Weekend and featured hosts Derek Hough, Julianne Hough and Ariana DeBose sharing heartwarming moments and exclusive sneak peeks at what’s new around The Walt Disney Company. Viewers witnessed a sneak peek at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, opening March 1, 2022, at Walt Disney World Resort; a trip on board the all-new Disney Wish from Disney Cruise Line; and special looks at Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” and Steven Spielberg’s new film “West Side Story.” As part of The World’s Most Magical Celebration, commemorating 50 years of Walt Disney World Resort, every touch of holiday magic included an extra special, EARidescent treat.

Related: The Movies and Shows Streaming Now in the 2021 Disney+ Happy Holidays Collection

Musical performances for “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” included the following:

  • Julianne Hough and Ariana DeBose – “We Need a Little Christmas,” “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” and “Holiday” medley
  • AFTR PRTY – “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” and “Winter Wonderland” medley
  • Jimmie Allen – “Silent Night”
  • Kristin Chenoweth – “(Everyone’s Waitin’ For) The Man with the Bag” and “Jingle Bell Rock” mash-up
  • Darren Criss – “Happy Holidays / The Holiday Season” medley
  • Brett Eldredge – “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”
  • NEEDTOBREATHE and Switchfoot – “Hometown Christmas”
  • Norah Jones – “Christmas Calling (Jolly Jones)” and “Blue Christmas” medley
  • Gwen Stefani – “You Make It Feel Like Christmas” and “Jingle Bells”
  • Sebastián Yatra – “Dos Oruguitas” from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” medley

Related: ‘Encanto’ Will Be Coming to Disney+ Just in Time for Christmas


“The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” will be available to stream on Disney+ begining Christmas Eve (December 24, 2021). Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for updates and all things Disney Parks!

Featured Photo Credit: ABC

Source: WhatsOnDisneyPlus

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