Episode SummaryIn this festive episode, Scott and Candice take you on a full tour of EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays, exploring entertainment, food, drinks, seasonal overlays, and all the cozy extras that make EPCOT sparkle even brighter during Christmas. From Santa meet-and-greets to musical performances, from savory bites to cookie stroll sugar highs, the hosts break down everything you can expect when visiting EPCOT during the season.They also share their own stories from attending last year—crowds, weather, the iconic Living with the Land holiday overlay, and navigating EPCOT during a bout of the Disney crud. And yes…they definitely have opinions about roasted chestnuts, festival beer flights, and which cookies are worth your precious stomach space.This episode also marks the final show of the year before the Hangar Bar team takes their annual holiday break—so listen for some updates on what’s coming in Season 6.What We Cover✨ Opening Thoughts: Why EPCOT at Christmas Just Hits DifferentThe “glowiness” of the parks after darkHoliday ambiance, cooler temps, and elevated energyEPCOT décor differences across pavilionsReflections on their 2024 December trip🎅 Holiday Entertainment at EPCOTMeet & GreetsSanta Claus at CommuniCore HallSanta Goofy at The OdysseyLive PerformancesJOYFUL! A Celebration of the SeasonGospel, R&B, and soulful Christmas & Kwanzaa musicHoliday StorytellersCultural holiday traditions reenacted in every World Showcase pavilionHighlights include Mexico’s Feliz Navidad festivities and Norway’s mischievous holiday legendsA must-do next time for the hostsCandlelight Processional. One of EPCOT’s signature holiday experiences🍽️ Festival Booths & Food HighlightsScott & Candice walk through literally every booth in detail. 🎄 Extra Seasonal MagicLiving With the Land Holiday OverlaySpaceship Earth nightly Christmas light showReindeer chow, Dole Whip specials, holiday eggnog, gingerbread drinksCommuniCore experimental holiday cookiesSavory festival booths that are easy to miss but worth prioritizing🎧 Tips from Your HostsFocus on savory first, then choose sweets intentionallyShare plates—the portions are generousConsider skipping table-service meals to prioritize boothsUse dining packages for the Candlelight ProcessionalCheck Storyteller schedules early if you want to see severalEPCOT during the holidays = crowds + cooler nights + pure magic✨ End-of-Year AnnouncementsThis is the final episode of 2025The show will return in early January with the launch of Season 6During the break, Scott & Candice will be active on social media—engaging, posting, and planningThey invite listeners to share:Favorite parts of this episodeWhich festival food sounded bestWhat topics they want to hear in 2026And whether the podcast should do more “for science” research trips🎁 ClosingWishing all Hangar Bar listeners a warm, joyful, magical holiday season.Thank you for an incredible year—and remember…There’s always a great big beautiful tomorrow.We’ll see you real soon.Happy Holidays!