The season for sending holiday cards is in full swing, and finding the perfect backdrop for your seasonal picture is essential. What do you do when that cute Christmas tree lot is more crowded than you thought? Or when you already used your favorite spot for last year's card? It's simple: you go to a Disney Resort. Whether you're on the East Coast or West Coast, these magical locations are the perfect place to snap that must-have photo.
It's no secret that the Disney parks get decked out for the holidays, meaning your card is sure to feature delightful decor and festive cheer you can only find at the most magical destinations on Earth. With over 20 dreamy spots to choose from, we found the best locations from both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort for you to capture this year's photo. From twinkling lights and colorful ornaments to enchanting displays and seasonal shows, Disney will make your holiday card as charming as ever. Take a look at the best backdrops Disney has to offer ahead!
So long, Cinderella! Every year since 2014, Queen Elsa from Frozen has used her powers to turn Cinderella's castle into her very own holiday ice palace. With bright snowflakes, special effects, and eye-catching fireworks, we can't think of a more magical spot to snap your photo.
The grounds of Disneyland are covered in breathtaking poinsettias, beautiful decorations, and so much more. Be sure to get a picture in front of the stunning towering tree this holiday season.
Ever had a California Christmas? Now you can when your set up your card at the Cars Land entrance. With cute wreaths strung about and pretty mountains to frame your shot, you can't go wrong here.
It doesn't get any more magical than Sleeping Beauty's castle, that is until the park winterizes it. With white twinkly lights and chillingly beautiful icicles, it'll be hard to even tell that you're in California.
We're calling it: your card will be sweeter than ever when you pose in front of this sugary shack.
The enchanting Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs consists of 25 custom decorated holiday trees, each dedicated to a popular Disney movie. If you're a fan of Frozen, be sure to get photo in front of the iconic tree.
Make sure to turn your flash on when you snap a picture at the World of Color show. Your photo will include some of Disney's most famous characters, hundreds of fountains bringing animation to life, and of course, a lot of bright colors.
Guests staying at Disney Springs can experience their own Winter wonderland everywhere they go. Each neighborhood has been transformed into a unique holiday retreat that you have to see to believe.
Mickey and Minnie Mouse can be spotted in every park dressed in their seasonal best! Be sure to catch them on Main Street to snap a festive photo in front of the decorated tree.
No matter where you snap your photo along the Christmas Tree Trail, you won't be disappointed. We suggest getting a picture in front of the tree that's decorated to reflect your favorite Disney flick.
Once you get a picture with the Toy Story crew, you'll be coming back to get your holiday photo here for infinity and beyond. Each character is dressed in festive attire, which will give your card a charming touch.
The new holiday experience at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Sunset Seasons Greetings, features large projections of everyone's favorite characters, along with colorful scenes of the season.
Christmas trees and large red bows adorn Santa's Chalet at Disney Springs, making it a wonderland for great photo opportunities. Wear a Santa hat to make your card even cuter.
Whether you decide to go during the day or at night, the Tree of Life will always be alive with color. Wear festive attire to make your photo on-theme for the holidays.
Head to the Celebrity Spotlight section at Disney's Hollywood Studios to snag a photo with Frozen's well-known snowman, Olaf. With a beach scene in the back, you and Olaf both will be living a summertime dream.
If you're a fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas, be sure to snap your photo outside of the spookily decorated Haunted Mansion. The seasonal attraction celebrates both Halloween and Christmas, complete with a decked out Jack Skellington.
Feliz Navidad is right! Include the Three Caballeros in your card when you get a picture at the Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party. The celebration includes samba dancers, musicians, and Mickey and Minnie in their fiesta finest.
Make it a family affair when you capture a photo with Princess Anna and Queen Elsa inside Royal Sommerhus, their cozy cabin at the Norway Pavilion.
Bring your holiday card to life when you get your picture in front of the photo wall at Disney's Animal Kingdom. With vibrant colors and eye-catching murals, your card is sure to stand out.
During the Festival of Holidays held in California Adventure, guests can get pictures with their favorite characters, such as Princess Elena of Avalor, Mickey, Goofy, and more.
If you're a real Disney fan, you'll want the park's most beloved characters to be part of your picture. See if you can track down this dynamic mouse duo to make your photo complete.
Sing, dance, and celebrate the holidays with the Christmas-themed Small World nighttime facade. Just about everything is decked in lights, meaning your picture will be merry and bright from any angle.
You can't beat a traditional picture with Santa! With room enough for the whole family on his bench, this picture was made to be sent out.
Make a splash this holiday season when you get your picture next to the Grizzly Peak Bear. Just look at that huge Christmas sweater!
With floats, decorations, and good lighting (the shows are held at 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.), the Christmas Fantasy parade has all the magic a holiday card could need. Make the most of thee merriest place on Earth while you can!
With colorful lights, bursting fireworks, and a snow finale, the Believe in Holiday Magic Firework Show will bring your card to life.