The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration

The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration is an annual television special that airs on ABC during the holiday season. It features musical performances, celebrity appearances, and festive segments from various Disney Parks around the world. The special is a collaboration between Disney Parks, ABC Entertainment, and Endeavor Content's Film 45.
==Editions==
The first edition of the special aired on November 24, 2016, and was hosted by Derek Hough and Julianne Hough from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, and Sofia Carson from Disneyland Resort in California. The special showcased the holiday offerings at both resorts, such as the new Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! nighttime spectacular at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and the World of Color – Season of Light show at Disney California Adventure. The musical guests included Kelly Clarkson, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, OneRepublic, Alessia Cara, and more.
The second edition of the special aired on November 30, 2017, and was hosted by Julianne Hough and Nick Lachey from Walt Disney World Resort, and Jesse Palmer from Disneyland Resort. The special featured performances by Ciara, Darius Rucker, Fifth Harmony, Fitz and the Tantrums, Hanson, In Real Life, Jason Derulo, Lea Michele, 98 Degrees, and more. The special also included a sneak peek at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the new themed land coming to both resorts in 2019.
The third edition of the special aired on November 29, 2018, and was hosted by Jordan Fisher and Sarah Hyland from Walt Disney World Resort, and Jesse Palmer from Disneyland Resort. The special showcased performances by Gwen Stefani, Meghan Trainor, Brett Eldredge, Andrea Bocelli, Matteo Bocelli, Jordan Fisher, Aloe Blacc, Maddie Poppe, Why Don't We, and more. The special also featured a preview of the new live-action film Mary Poppins Returns.
The fourth edition of the special aired on November 28, 2019, and was hosted by Matthew Morrison and Emma Bunton from Walt Disney World Resort, and Jesse Palmer from Disneyland Resort. The special featured performances by Sting, Shaggy, Pentatonix, Ingrid Michaelson, and Andy Grammer, Portugal. The Man, Ally Brooke, Lindsey Stirling, Aloe Blacc, and more. The special also gave a glimpse of the new attractions coming to both resorts in 2020.
The fifth edition of the special aired on November 26, 2020, and was hosted by Derek Hough and Julianne Hough from Walt Disney World Resort. The special was a nostalgic look back at some of the best performances from previous editions of the show. The special also included a sneak peek at Remy's Ratatouille Adventure coming to Epcot in 2021. The musical guests included Kelly Clarkson, Jason Derulo, OneRepublic, Meghan Trainor, Brett Eldredge, Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Boyz II Men, JoJo, Andrea Bocelli, Shaggy, and more.
The sixth edition of the special aired on November 27, 2021. It was hosted by Derek Hough and Julianne Hough from Disneyland Resort in California. It featured performances by Becky G, Black Eyed Peas, Chloe Flower, David Foster, Katharine McPhee, Il Volo, Jordin Sparks, Maren Morris, Meghan Trainor, Ne-Yo, Run DMC, and more. The special also included a sneak peek at Disney and Pixar's new film Soul, which was released exclusively on Disney+ on December 25, 2020.
The seventh edition of the special aired on November 27, 2022. It was hosted by Derek Hough and Julianne Hough from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It featured performances by Derek Hough and Julianne Hough, Becky G, Black Eyed Peas, Chloe Flower, David Foster and Katharine McPhee, Il Volo, Maren Morris, Meghan Trainor, Ne-Yo, and more. The special also includes a sneak peek at Avatar: The Way of Water, the sequel to the blockbuster film Avatar which was released in theaters on December 16, 2022.
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