I do not want a lot for Christmas, but there might just be one thing I need. That of course, is the Disney FaLaLalidays.
Whether it was hours spent on Club Penguin (rest in peace) losing at Cart Surfer to get enough coins to buy the hottest holiday igloo or circling the “Secret of the Winx” playset for Santa to bring, each drop of snow sends sweet memories coursing through our minds.
There was no better way to spend the dark afternoons after school than curled up watching some of our favorite holiday specials. Here are 12 of the best Disney Channel holiday specials.
First Day of Christmas: Partridge in a Pear Tree
Partaking in a plan to foil Dr. Doofensmirtz’s perfidious Christmas ploy, Phineas and Ferb prepare a giant thank you card for Santa. In “Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation,” the step-brothers juggle holiday joy with holiday hardship as they attempt to save Christmas for all of Danville.
Second Day of Christmas: Two Turtle Doves
When a terrific snowstorm terrorizes the patrons of the Tipton, a soon-to-be mother and father must take shelter in the lobby. In “The Suite Life of Zack and Cody Christmas at the Tipton” the tormenting twins are up to their typical shenanigans until they realize their father is trapped with them until the tundra passes over. Troubled with the idea of their parents not wanting to remarry, the twins try to find some holiday joy outside of their room. Taking the elevator down to the Tipton lobby with the new mother to be, the boys become trapped and must surmise a plan to get her out before the baby comes.
Third Day of Christmas: Three French Hens
“If you could see into the future, you might think life could be a breeze,” especially if that meant being able to see your Christmas present early. In Raven Baxtor’s case, it’s not all fantastic. Disaster follows, leading her to discover she has foiled Christmas for everyone. After breaking the gift, “That’s So Raven Escape Claus” leaves Raven to terminate her treasured Christmas traditions in order to fix the trouble she caused.
Fourth Day of Christmas: Four Calling Birds
While the Cooper family started to cover their home in cheerful Christmas decor, K.C. reflects on all of her cases concluded to cease her holiday blues. “K.C. Undercover Holly Holly Not So Jolly” follows K.C. as she tells her family that she is headed out to grab a last minute Christmas gift, while in reality she visits Dr. Levinstein, The Organisation’s therapist.
Fifth Day of Christmas: Five Golden Rings
Organizing a family get-together with Cory’s childhood best friend, Shawn Hunter joins the Matthews’ for a Christmas dinner. In “Girl Meets Home For The Holidays,” Riley and Maya are able to understand the gravity of those who do not have families to spend the holidays with, as Riley learns about Shawn’s reasons for going away, and Maya finds family within the Matthews’ family.
Sixth Day of Christmas: Six Geese A-laying
After landing a role on Hawaii’s “Aloha Crime” Jessie and the Ross kids go to the island for the Christmas holiday. Upon arrival, they find out their villa was double booked to Jesse’s friend Shaylee Michaels. The Rooney family is also vacationing nearby, and Joey and Parker develop fast crushes on Emma and Zuri. In, “Jesse, Liv and Maddie’s Hawaiian Christmas Cross-a-Rooney” drama ensues between the kids, and as Jesse loses her role to Shaylee. Both families must figure out how to get along in order to survive Christmas.
Seventh Day of Christmas: Seven Swans A-Swimming
Saddened by how quickly her Christmas is changing after her mother introduces her new boyfriend Jeremy, CeCe does everything she can to start a fight. Resulting in her mother breaking off the relationship, CeCe goes to sleep on Christmas eve excited for things to go back to normal, without noticing sorrowful her mom has become. Attempting to fix the situation, Rocky tries to show CeCe how downhearted her mom has become. In “Merry Merry It Up” Rocky visits CeCe in her sleep as the ghost of Christmas past, present and future to show CeCe the true meaning of the holiday season.
Eighth Day of Christmas: Eight Maids A-Milking
Excited for her sister’s first Christmas, Teddy takes Charlie to get a photograph with Santa at Super Adventure Land. When Santa decides it’s time for a break, Teddy realizes that they won’t return home in time for the festivities and decides to take matters into her own hands. In “A Duncan Christmas” Teddy lands herself not only on the naughty list, but in Super Adventure Land jail. With time quickly sleeping away, Teddy must figure out a way home before it is too late.
Ninth Day of Christmas: Nine Ladies Dancing
Down in the dumps a day before Christmas, Donald decides to ditch Daisy and his fellow Ducks to spend Christmas with Mickey and gang. In “Duck the Halls: A Mickey Mouse Christmas Special,” Donald must face his decision of not flying south to discover what Christmas can truly offer.
Tenth Day of Christmas: Ten Lords A-leaping
In “Austin & Ally Santas & Surprises,” Austin and Ally learn that Lily’s father Edward will not be returning home for Christmas and lay out a plan to get him home in time. Meanwhile Dez, Trish and Herman work as Santa’s Elves in the mall. Earning the role of head elf, Dez becomes consumed with power and begins to lose the Christmas spirit. Trish and Herman work together to snap him out of it.
Eleventh Day of Christmas: Eleven Pipers Piping
The Possible family is prepping for their annual Christmas eve party as Ron discovers an emergency has arisen. Hoping to give Kim a problem-free celebration, Ron secretly takes on the mission himself. Going missing, in “Kim Possible A Very Possible Christmas” Kim must travel to the North Pole to find him and return home for Christmas.
Twelfth Day of Christmas: Twelve Drummers Drumming
Traveling to Florida to spend time with their grandparents for Christmas, the Duncan family is separated as Teddy and Amy get lost at the airport. As Teddy and Amy try to find their way through buses, strange car rides and eventually walking to Palm Springs, Bob struggles handling the kids while also adhering to his strict in-law’s rules. In “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas” the family must figure out how to get along while also finding their own path in life.
Happy holidays and happy watching!
