Originally Posted By brianroaz Will be visiting the park from 12/1-4. Anyone have any idea how the crowds have been lately? I hear it shouldn't be horribly crowded at this time; however, the candlelight processional is this weekend. Are the crowds enormous because of this event? Can anyone go to the event? Where is it held anyway? Thanks everyone!
Originally Posted By SuzieQ The crowds will be pretty big due to Candlelight. The procession of the choir starts at Small World and follows the parade route to the Main Street Train Station, where the risers are located and the program takes place. There are reserved seats in Town Square for those who purchased dinner packages (sold out). There is a lot of standing room as well, which is open to anyone. If you would like to see the program, arrive early and stake out your spot! Some people wait all day. However, last year we arrived about 1 hour ahead and had a decent view.
Originally Posted By imadisneygal The other thing about Candlelight is that while it does affect attendance somewhat, it affects the FEELING of crowds a lot more. With the show on Main Street it's very difficult to get up and down Main Street. If you can get past it into the rest of the Park it shouldn't be too bad.
Originally Posted By raer We will also be in town 12/1-12/6 for a convention. I know of 2 large conventions going on at that time & a majority of the hotels are booked up.
Originally Posted By SleepingBeauty82 We were there the Friday before the last couple years and we will also be there this Friday. The crowds have been pretty manageable because the ceremony isnt until the weekend but it's always a crap shoot this time of year. Last year it was threatening rain all day so that lightened the crowds as well. But who cares? I say have fun anyway. Dont let the crowds get you down.
Originally Posted By SuzieQ I've gone over the Candlelight weekend for years. I've always managed to ride every ride and see every show. As imadisneygal said, the crowds are primarily on Main Street. Once you are off that, the park is great!
Originally Posted By Pixiedust345 This is typically my family's official weekend in Disneyland. We had to move our trip around this year, but the reason we have gone those days in the past was precisely because it was the Christmas in the park but not at all crowded. The candlelight ceremony never affected crowds, but as mentioned earlier, during/before the procession itself, movement can be difficult. Have a great trip!
