Typically, Mickey is the most famous guy around but that all changes during the Christmas season. That’s when SANTA becomes our favorite fella in the parks!
This year there are lots of changes to how Christmas is going to look at Disney World, but we do know that some holiday cheer will be coming to Disney Springs. Now, we know that the big guy will be coming too, and he’s trading in his sleigh for a BOAT!
According to the Disney site, Santa won’t be visiting to talk directly to kiddos in the interest of safety. Instead, he’ll be cruising by in Lake Buena Vista in Santa’s Winter Watercade in “a Winter Waterland of colorfully decorated pontoon boats.” We guess his reindeer were busy!
This certainly isn’t how we expected to see Santa this year but we can’t WAIT to wave to the big guy from the shores of Disney Springs! Disney hasn’t shared a date just yet, but as soon as we know we will share the info!
We’ve got more holiday updates coming at you right now on DFB so stay tuned!
Want to learn more about the Christmas fun coming to Disney Springs? Click here!
DON'T MISS A MOMENT
OF HOLIDAY MAGIC
Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World.
It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including:
- The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season
- How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!)
- ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM.
- And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat!
Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT.
MORE Disney World Holiday INFO!
Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights
Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe!
Will you be waving at Santa from Disney Springs this year? Tell us in the comments!



Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.

TRENDING NOW
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro shared a new goal for the company.
When you're packing your Disney World park bag, have you thought of EVERY essential item?...
If you ever need to cancel a Disney World vacation, you need to know these...
Summer 2026 at Disney World is shaping up to be one of the most action-packed...
We got a peek INSIDE the newly reimagined Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin!
Not to be dramatic, but this hotel transportation hack just changed the way we do...
The must-haves to purchase before your Disney World vacation.
These American Disney rides will be closed at various points throughout the year.
If you’re heading to Disney World anytime soon, you probably know that the sheer amount...
Trust us, you need these color-changing Disney mugs from Amazon!
New Haunted Mansion and Halloween Loungeflys just dropped on Amazon...and trust us, you don't want...
Don't expect to park at these Disney hotels without a reservation...
There's a new 'Hoppers' experience at Disneyland!
Check out our FULL GUIDE to the dining on the Disney Fantasy cruise ship!
Disney has just revealed some major news you don't want to miss!
Disney released TONS of information this week about when some of these attractions will FINALLY...
A new park map has debuted at Disney's Animal Kingdom following the first closures of...
There are TWO new Disney+ subscriber perks available!
We finally have an opening timeline for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom!
There's a NEW pair of Minnie ears in Disneyland that are perfect for an upcoming...