Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Guide: Dates, Tickets, Characters & Tips
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Editor's Note (October 6, 2026): Disney has released dates, when tickets go on sale, and returning events for 2026!
Quick Answer Guide: Disney Jollywood Nights 2026
Disney has officially announced that Jollywood Nights will return to Disney's Hollywood Studios for the 2026 holiday season. The after-hours event features exclusive entertainment, rare characters, holiday treats, lower attraction wait times, and plenty of vintage Hollywood holiday charm.
2026 Jollywood Nights Dates
November: 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
December: 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23
January: 3, 5
Are Tickets Available??
• July 9, 2026: Early purchase window for guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, and Shades of Green.
• July 16, 2026: Tickets go on sale to the general public.
How Much Are Tickets?
Jollywood Night's tickets run $169–$199 for ages 10+ plus tax; children ages 3–9 pay $10 less.
What's Returning?
Disney has confirmed the return of fan-favorite entertainment including Holidays in Hollywood, What's This? Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along, Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!, Glisten!, and several popular character meet-and-greets throughout the park.
Planning a visit this holiday season? Walt Disney World has released new Fall & Holiday 2026 Resort Discounts, including offers for Annual Passholders, Florida Residents, Disney+ Perks members, and the general public. Before you book, compare all of the available promotions to see which one offers the best overall value for your vacation.
2026 Jollywood Nights Party Guide
Looking for a glam twist on the holidays at Walt Disney World? Disney’s Jollywood Nights is back at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with vintage-Hollywood style, rare characters, big entertainment, and event-exclusive food, sips, and photo ops. Below you’ll find 2026 dates, hours, showtimes, returning character, ride list, and pro tips to plan your night.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Party hours are 7:30 PM–12:30 AM, and ticketed guests can enter at 5:30 PM; perfect for dinner, glam photo ops, or one or two rides before the entertainment kicks off.
What is Disney Jollywood Nights?
Disney first launched Jollywood Nights in 2023, an after-hours holiday party at Hollywood Studios where old-Hollywood glamour meets modern Christmas magic. The first season had some growing pains, but by 2024 Disney had dramatically improved the flow and entertainment. We attended in early December last year (in very un-Florida cold temps!) and still had an amazing time.
Planning a longer holiday trip? 📆 Explore our complete 2026 Walt Disney World Holiday Planning Guide for tips, dates, and must-do experiences beyond Jollywood Nights.
How is Jollywood Nights different from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party?
While MVMCP leans into classic Disney nostalgia, character parades, and complimentary cookies, Jollywood Nights is more about live shows, jazzy vibes, glam photo ops, holiday cocktails, and rare characters. It’s stylish, theatrical, and tends to feel slightly more adult-friendly.
Want to learn even more about MVMCP? Head over to our 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Guide for full event details and planning tips! 🎄
Guests are encouraged to dress up in vintage-Hollywood inspired looks, but cozy cute, or even regular theme park casual are absolutely okay too.
We had so much fun picking out our vintage Hollywood-inspired outfits for the party, but let’s be clear: we paired those glam looks with our classiest tennis shoes. We are not sacrificing foot comfort any more than absolutely necessary at Disney!
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Want a grown-up holiday date night or something different from the usual Disney holiday fare? Jollywood Nights might be your festive sweet spot!
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Dates, Prices & Entry Times
When is Disney Jollywood Nights?
Disney has officially released the dates for Jollywood Nights will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the 2026 holiday season, with new dates added in January this year, and we couldn't be more excited to have even more of this glam-filled after-hours celebration! Here are the 2026 dates to mark on your calendar:
November 2026: 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
December 2026: 5, 7,12, 14, 19, 21, 23
January 2027: 3, 5
How much are tickets for Jollywood Nights in 2026?
Disney has not yet released ticket prices for Jollywood Nights 2026. For Disney Jollywood Nights 2025, ticket prices range from $159 to $199 and vary by date, and we expect the price point to be similar for 2026.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Prices tend to be lower on weekday dates in November and higher on popular December weekends—so planning midweek can be a great way to save!
Tickets can be purchased online, through your Disney Travel Advisor or by calling the Disney Reservation Center at (407) 934‑7639.
Are discounts available for Jollywood Nights tickets? 🎟️
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can score discounts on all Jollywood Nights dates! Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the Disney Reservation Center at (407) 934‑7639.
What time does Disney Jollywood Nights start? ⏰
The party runs from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM, but ticketed guests can enter Hollywood Studios as early as 5:30 PM. Jollywood Nights is more than just a holiday party—it’s a glitzy, glamorous celebration packed with festive shows, themed entertainment, and immersive experiences.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Use that early entry time to grab dinner, ride a few attractions, or take photos in your vintage best before the exclusive party fun begins!
Need a magical holiday experience outside of party nights? Try Merry Menagerie at Animal Kingdom for daytime Christmas magic.”
Jollywood Nights is more than just a holiday party—it’s a glitzy, glamorous celebration packed with festive shows, themed entertainment, and immersive experiences. No separate theme park ticket or park reservation is required—just your Jollywood Nights event ticket, which allows entry into Hollywood Studios starting at 5:30 PM. The party officially runs from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Your party ticket acts as your park admission for the evening. No need to use a regular theme park ticket for this event!
What's New for 2026
Checkin’ It Twice Lounge a new retro holiday cocktail lounge in Animation Courtyard.
George Sanderson and Needleman from Monsters Inc. are joining the character lineup.
Donald, Daisy, and Genie appearing in Glisten!
Holiday Entertainment at Jollywood Nights 2026
**2026 performance times will be added when released.
Disney's Holidays in Hollywood - Returning for 2026
A star-studded stage show hosted by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, with appearances by Tiana, Belle, Mickey, Minnie, and more. Expect music, laughs, and a whole lot of Muppet-style holiday cheer.
📍 Location: Theater of the Stars (Beauty and the Beast stage)
What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Long Returning for 2026
Join Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie for an interactive Nightmare Before Christmas sing-along at the Hyperion Theater. A spooky-fun twist on your favorite holiday songs!
📍 Location: Hyperion Theater
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Returning for 2026
This nighttime spectacular brings projections, fireworks, lasers, and music to the skies above the Chinese Theatre, featuring scenes from your favorite Disney and Pixar holiday moments.
📍 Location: Chinese Theatre
Glisten! Returning for 2026
A stunning ice skating show featuring international champions performing to a festive soundtrack—right on Hollywood Boulevard! New for 2026, Donald & Daisy Duck and the Genie from Aladdin are coming to Glisten!
📍 Location: Hollywood Boulevard
Want to skip straight to who you can meet this year? → Jump to Characters & Where to Find Them.
Dance Parties & Live Music Lounges
Pixar Place Disco Dance Party - Returning for 2026
Party with characters like Frozone, Joy, Edna Mode, and Pixar Favorites to a DJ-spun dance mix!
🕒 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM and 10:30 PM – 12:30 AM
📍 Location: Pixar Place
Checkin’ It Twice Lounge
A retro Christmas Lounge featuring specialty beverages, DJ, and entertainment.
📍 Location: Animation Courtyard specialty beverages, DJ, and entertainment. Its menu is still pending
Echo Lake Holiday Celebration
Featuring music and characters with a nostalgic 1990s/2000s theme.
📍 Location: Echo Lake Area
Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club - Returning for 2026
Step into the Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard for sophisticated cocktails and live jazz performances that channel the glitz of old Hollywood.
📍 Location: Tower of Terror Courtyard
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Arrive early—it’s one of the most popular experiences of the night!
Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby - Returning for 2026
A speakeasy-style lounge with vintage flair, themed cocktails, and a live jazz vibe. Dining reservations are strongly recommended—this experience is a top highlight.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Book early—this fills up fast!
Holiday Eats, Drinks & Photo Ops
Beyond the dazzling shows, Jollywood Nights offers a feast for the senses with festive food, themed photo ops, and extra holiday sparkle:
Festive Bites & Holiday Sips at Jollywood Nights 2026
One of the best parts of Jollywood Nights? The exclusive snacks and sips you can’t get during regular park hours! Specialty food booths and themed treats pop up throughout the park. Advance Dining Reservations are highly recommended!
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The full 2026 Foodie Guide and lounge menus are still pending. In the mean time read our full Jollywood Nights Food Guide for 2025 for last years menus, top picks, and planning tips.
Dine with Minnie Mouse and friends in their holiday best at Hollywood & Vine. This festive character dining experience books up fast, and Advance Dining Reservations are highly recommended. Bonus: You don’t need a Jollywood Nights ticket to book this dinner—it’s available earlier in the evening to regular park guests, too.
Brand New Exclusive PhotoPass Holiday Magic Shots are available throughout the park with festive overlays and event backdrops. Disney PhotoPass downloads of photos and videos from the event are included with your ticket.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Ask every photographer if they offer a Magic Shot—you never know what holiday magic might show up in your photo!
Sunset Seasons Greetings transforms the Hollywood Tower Hotel (a.k.a. Tower of Terror) with enchanting holiday projections set to music. This charming mini-show runs continuously throughout the evening.
Jollywood Nights 2026 Character Meet and Greets
One of the biggest highlights of Jollywood Nights is the incredible lineup of rare and holiday-exclusive characters. Here's a look at who has been confirmed for 2026 as well as who we expect to return. Nightly offerings may vary slightly, and some characters might not be listed on the official event map.
Galaxy’s Edge
Chewbacca celebrates Life Day
The Mandalorian and Grogu
Echo Lake
Phineas and Ferb
Max Goof as Powerline
Rescue Rangers Chip ‘n’ Dale
Santa Stitch
Baloo and King Louie in TaleSpin costumes
Pixar Plaza
Mike Wazowski
Edna Mode
Frozone
Joy
Toy Story Land
Lotso
Partysaurus Rex
Bo Peep
Walt Disney Presents
Santa Duffy
Commissary Lane / Red Carpet Dreams
Donald Duck & Daisy Duck
Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse (Red Carpet Dreams)
Grand Avenue
Goofy and Pluto [Confirmed for 2026}
Scrooge McDuck
Bing Bong [Confirmed for 2026}
New Characters - location TBA
George Sanderson and Needleman.
Expected to Return
José Carioca and Panchito from The Three Caballeros
Miguel from Coco
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Some of the best surprises aren’t on the event guide! Fun pop-up characters have been known to show up, so explore the park and ask Cast Members for tips.
Want to see every character map we’ve built? Check out our Character Meet & Greet Guide and Cheat Sheet Newly updated for 2026 for all parks & parties.
Pixie Dust Jollywood Nights Map and Cheat Sheet
If you've been around the blog, you know we always put together a Map and Cheatsheet. We’ve refreshed last year’s Jollywood map with the newest 2026 park layout, making adjustments for areas currently under construction. We will continue to update as information on character locations, show times, and other fun details for 2026 as soon as Disney releases them .
📍 Head over to dedicated post with a free, downloadable PDF version of the 2026 Jollywood Nights Map & Cheat Sheet!
What Rides Are Open During Disney Jollywood Nights?
One of the best perks of attending an after-hours event like Jollywood Nights is enjoying shorter wait times for some of Hollywood Studios’ most popular rides. Most major attractions remain open during the party, so you can ride your favorites between shows and character meet-and-greets. Here’s the full lineup Disney has listed so far for Jollywood Nights 2026
Hollywood Studios is packed with top-tier rides—and strategy matters.👉 Get our complete Hollywood Studios Ride Guide
Sunset Boulevard
Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After [Not yet confirmed for 2026]
Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets with holiday overlay
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Hollywood Boulevard
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Echo Lake
Star Tours: The Adventure Continues
Animation Courtyard
The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure [Not yet confirmed for 2026]
Toy Story Land
Slinky Dog Dash
Toy Story Mania
Alien Swirling Saucers with holiday playlist
🌌 Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Want to be the first to know when new information is released? Subscribe to our Pixie Dust Planning Emails so you don’t miss a thing!
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Will Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Single Pass be available during Jollywood Nights?
No, Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass are not available during Disney Jollywood Nights. However, since this is a limited-capacity after-hours event, wait times for most attractions are significantly lower, and Lightning Lane access typically isn’t necessary.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Use the first hour of the party or showtimes to knock out popular rides with minimal waits!
Jollywood Nights 2026 Exclusive Merch
Looking to bring a little holiday magic home? 🎁 Jollywood Nights features exclusive event merchandise available only at Disney’s Hollywood Studios during party nights!
New merch for 2026 includes:
Gertie Loungefly bag
Jollywood Nights pullover
Jollywood Nights ears
Gertie ornament
Duffy-as-Santa mug
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Event merch goes extremely fast. If you see it, snag it early!
Ready for a Glamorous Holiday Night at Hollywood Studios?
Whether you’re a vintage holiday fashionista, a Disney foodie, or just someone who loves the idea of rare characters and jazzy vibes, Disney’s Jollywood Nights brings a unique kind of magic to the holiday season at Walt Disney World. With shorter lines, stylish photo ops, and live entertainment that feels like old Hollywood meets Christmas cheer, this after-hours event is quickly becoming a fan favorite.
🧚♀️ More Jollywood Magic: If weather is in the forecast for your party night, don’t miss our brand-new Rainy Jollywood Nights Guide — a real firsthand look at what happens when storms roll in, what stays open, and our best tips for making the night magical no matter what. It also includes our A+ review of Jazzy Holidays at Brown Derby!
Pixie Dust Hugs,
Bren, Lyn, and Kim
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