The most charming attraction at Disneyland transforms once again into the merriest cruise that ever sailed for the 2024 Disney Holidays with the limited-time return of the “it’s a small world” Holiday attraction.

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Here’s everything you need to know about “it’s a small world” Holiday during the 2024 Disney Holidays season at Disneyland Resort.

About the Attraction

The yearly overlay features the attraction’s children of the world donning seasonal costumes as they the holiday classic carols “Jingle Bells” and “Deck the Halls” intermixed with the cheery “It’s a Small World (After All)” theme that was written by the legendary Sherman Brothers. If you listen carefully, the mermaids sing “Jingle Shells.”

In total, five scents can be experienced in the attraction. In Asia, guests enjoy the fragrance of cherry blossoms. South America adds a classic cinnamon scent, and the South Seas bring tropical flair with the smell of coconut. The essence of fresh pine and peppermint candy fill the air in the European scenes.

On the attraction’s exterior more than 400,000 lights illuminate the building and it’s surrounding topiaries and plants. The facade also serves as the backdrop for a dazzling projection show that takes place several times per night.

How to Ride

“it’s a small world” Holiday is an incredibly popular part of the Disney Holidays season and it’s not unusual to see waits over an hour for the merriest cruise that ever sailed.

Waits will be shortest first thing in the morning or immediately after the parade has passed.
If your budget allows, you can minimize your time in line by purchasing a Lightning Lane.

Video

Here’s our full video of this year’s run through of “it’s a small world” Holiday! This video has a special treat with the quarter hour clock show at 10:15am taking place prior to boarding.