VIDEO: Country Bear Jingle Bell Jamboree Returns to Tokyo Disneyland After 5-Year Hiatus

The Country Bear holiday special, “Jingle Bell Jamboree,” returned to Tokyo Disneyland this month after a 5-year absence.

Country Bear Jingle Bell Jamboree

The front of Country Bear Theater at Tokyo Disneyland features a rustic wooden design adorned with festive red bows and a bear statue playing a guitar, setting the scene for the Country Bear Jingle Jamboree. A blue sky dotted with clouds provides the perfect backdrop.

The Country Bear Jingle Bell Jamboree is a “fun-filled revue as the Country Bear Band presents a selection of cheerful winter songs to ring in the Christmas season.” It runs from November 8, 2024, through January 13, 2025, at the Country Bear Theater.

Festive sign on wooden wall with a large red bow, promoting the "Country Bear Jingle Jamboree" Christmas event at Tokyo Disneyland, adorned with colorful decorative elements.
A red banner with gold trim reads "Christmas Special Jingle Bell Jamboree Presented by House Foods" hanging indoors with decorations above, celebrating the joyous return of the beloved Tokyo Disneyland Country Bear Jingle Jamboree.

Signage outside the attraction has been updated to advertise the Christmas special. There are also garland decorations on the Country Bear Theater. In the lobby is a “Jingle Bell Jamboree” velvet banner.

A theater stage with a red curtain displays the words "Country Bear Theater" in illuminated letters. The stage, set for Tokyo Disneyland's Country Bear Jingle Jamboree, is adorned with ornate designs and Christmas trees, creating a festive atmosphere.

The stage is lined with more garlands and red bows. A pair of Christmas trees with lights frame the center stage.

Three bear characters in festive outfits perform on stage at the Country Bear Jingle Jamboree, set against a winter scene reminiscent of Tokyo Disneyland's enchanting holiday spirit.
A bear wearing a hat and sweater sits on a stool, playing a banjo beside a sled, as the Country Bear Jingle Jamboree returns to the stage at Tokyo Disneyland.

All of the Country Bears are dressed in their holiday best, like velvet dresses, sweaters, and pointed caps. They have decorations around them like gifts, sleds, and snow.

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A bear wearing a top hat and scarf strums a yellow guitar under the spotlight, embodying the spirit of Tokyo Disneyland's Country Bear Jingle Jamboree.

The bears play holiday songs instead of country music. Gomer and Henry sing “Jingle Bells” in English. Henry and the Five Bear Rugs perform “Tracks in the Snow” in Japanese. The Five Bear Rugs also perform “Deck The Halls.”

A bear mascot in winter attire holds a "Barefoot" ski as it sits on a swing, reminiscent of the enchanting scenes at Tokyo Disneyland's Country Bear Jingle Jamboree, against a dark background.
A bear animatronic from the Country Bear Jingle Jamboree strums a guitar on stage, surrounded by festive party decorations and a "Happy New Year" banner at Tokyo Disneyland.

Teddi Barra wears a cast from a skiing accident as she sings “The Christmas Song.” Big Al celebrates the new year with “Auld Lang Syne.” Other performances include “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Blue Christmas,” and “Hungry as a Bear.”

Three mounted animal heads are displayed on a wall, reminiscent of Tokyo Disneyland's Country Bear Jingle Jamboree. The central head wears a Santa hat, while the others boast festive decorations. Spotlights highlight each one as if anticipating the beloved jamboree's return.

Melvin, Buff, and Max have festive gear, too. Melvin’s antlers are draped with string lights. Buff has a Santa hat. And Melvin has a glowing red nose. Together, they sing “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.”

A bear character on stage wearing a pink tutu and bow stands next to a small table with Christmas decorations and a framed photo, capturing the festive spirit of the Country Bear Jingle Jamboree at Tokyo Disneyland.
On the decorated stage, a costumed animatronic bear strums an electric guitar beside an amplifier, channeling the lively spirit of Tokyo Disneyland’s Country Bear Jingle Jamboree.

The Country Bear Jamboree debuted in 1971 at Walt Disney World. The Country Bear Theater opened with Tokyo Disneyland in 1983 with the same show, except in Japanese instead of English. After a few minor changes over the years, the original Walt Disney World show was reimagined into the Country Bear Musical Jamboree this year.

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The Country Bear holiday show debuted at Disneyland and Walt Disney World in 1984 as “The Country Bear Christmas Special.” In 1988, it came to Tokyo Disneyland. The U.S. parks retired the seasonal overlay in 2000 but it continued at Tokyo Disneyland each winter until 2019. While the Country Bear Theater continued operating, both the holiday and summer overlays were indefinitely suspended before returning this year.

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The show ends with everybody singing “Winter Wonderland.”

Watch our video of the Country Bear Jingle Bell Jamboree at Tokyo Disneyland below.

Check out Tom’s Complete History of the Country Bear Jamboree for a detailed breakdown of the show’s history.

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