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Disney Unscripted Reveals 11-Hour 'Jingle Cruise' Makeover at Magic Kingdom

A new 15-minute episode captures Holiday Services converting Jungle Cruise for the season using a stripped-down, no-narration style.

Overview

  • The overnight changeover is completed between park closing and the next morning’s opening, with teams trekking through scenes to place and secure decorations.
  • Updates range from large-scale props and added lighting to a single marquee prop that flips “Jungle” to “Jingle.”
  • Crews finish final touches minutes before guests arrive, and the video concludes with a brief ride showcasing the completed overlay.
  • Skippers deliver holiday-themed jokes and boats take festive names such as Reindeer Ruby and Candy Cane Connie during the seasonal run.
  • Jingle Cruise has operated at Walt Disney World since 2013, Disneyland ended its version in 2017, and the attraction reverts to Jungle Cruise on January 2, 2026.