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Viva Navidad is perhaps my favorite holiday show in either Disneyland or DCA. It’s a celebration of the Christmas holiday with a Latin American flavor. Full of energy, colorful costumes, and traditional dances. It’s a street party where guests are literally just feet from the performers, giving it an authentic and welcoming atmosphere. Hosted by Donald Duck, Panchito, and Jose, the show features mariachi and samba musicians, folklorico dancers, and enormous Santa puppets that run the length of show route.

The second half of the show introduces the Brazilian samba performers, along with Mickey and Minnie Mouse on bicycles that are so close to the crowds that you literally need to be very careful with how…excited you might get in seeing them. The two performances combine for a form of dance off that is just pure fun. Really, it all is. And that’s why I love it so much. The performers look like they’re having the best times of their lives. And why not!? It’s the holidays at Disneyland!

Go see Viva Navidad!

This season marks the third year DCA has put on this show, and its success is likely the inspiration for the extended Festival of Holidays part we’re enjoying this year. This year, Disney is extending the multi-cultural event to include klezmer music, a cappela gospel, and the Blue 13 bollywood style dance company.

Viva Navidad can be found in DCA in front of the Paradise Gardens near Jumping Jellyfish and Silly Symphony Swings. The show runs every day with performances at noon, 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:15 pm, 5:15 pm, and 6:15 pm. This is a can’t miss show this holiday season, so be sure to make time for it.

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