If seeing the shows are your top priority, camp out in front of the Cinderella Castle. The Castle lighting ceremony, Mikey's Most Merriest Celebration will be on the castle stage. The parade route circles the hub. And of course the castle will be the focal point of the firework show. Grab a spot early on, and have a member of your group go grab snacks for everyone from Starbucks or the Confectionery.  Wait to take pictures until late at night, after the firework show. There will be less of line. And less people in the background of your shots.  Some pictures you may want to take at the party are along Main Street, in front of the Christmas tree, in front of the castle, on the sleigh in front of Ye Old Christmas Shop, and in front of the train station, The second parade at 11:00 is usually a lot less crowded than the first parade.  If character meet and greets are your top priority, make sure to get in line 10-15 minutes before the character's scheduled be