Step into a glamorous holiday celebration like no other at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney Jollywood Nights returns for 2025 with more sparkle, style, and seasonal surprises. Whether you’re planning a magical family getaway or a festive escape with friends, this limited-capacity event is your ticket to a night of unforgettable holiday cheer.
2025 Event Dates & Ticket Info
Disney Jollywood Nights will dazzle guests on select evenings from November 8 to December 22, 2025. Entry begins at 5:30 PM, with the party running from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM.
Event Dates:
- November: 8, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29
- December: 1, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 22
*Dates with a strike-through are sold out
Ticket Sales:
- July 16: Early access for guests of select Disney Resort hotels
- July 22: General public ticket sales begin
What’s New and Exclusive in 2025
This year’s event is packed with brand-new entertainment, character experiences, and festive treats:
- Two New Shows:
- The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure
- Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After – a wickedly fun twist on classic tales
- Holiday Fiesta en la Calle – Celebrate with Miguel from Coco in a vibrant street party near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
- Specialty Holiday Menu at Backlot Express – Seasonal bites and sips to warm your spirit
- Exclusive Jollywood Nights Merchandise – Including a brand-new spirit jersey and themed collectibles
Family-Friendly Festivities & Character Meet-and-Greets
While Jollywood Nights has a vintage Hollywood flair, it’s absolutely family-friendly and filled with magical moments for all ages:
- Character Appearances – Meet beloved Disney characters in festive attire, including:
- Mickey & Minnie in glamorous holiday looks – appearing at Red Carpet Dreams
- Olaf, Elsa, and Anna in a special Frozen finale
- Buzz, Woody, and Jessie in Toy Story Land with seasonal costumes
- Baloo or King Louie from TaleSpin – appearing at Echo Lake
- José Carioca or Panchito from The Three Caballeros – appearing near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
- Lotso from the Toy Story 3 – appearing at the entrance to Toy Story Land
- The Mandalorian and Grogu – appearing at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
- Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! – A spectacular nighttime show with fireworks, projections, and holiday music
- Live Entertainment – From jazz trios to holiday DJs, the park comes alive with retro-inspired performances
Attractions with Shorter Wait Times
Enjoy these popular attractions with much shorter wait times:
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Slinky Dog Dash
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
During Disney Jollywood Nights, you’ll wait far less than during regular park hours. This means you can enjoy more rides in less time at this exclusive after-hours event.
Available attractions are subject to change. Admission to this event does not guarantee access to any attraction.
Entertainment & Shows at Disney Jollywood Nights
Experience holiday performances only available during Jollywood Nights:
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!
Showtime: 10:00 PM (subject to change)
Duration: 14 minutes
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! is the signature nighttime spectacular that is presented during Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. State-of-the-art projections, dazzling fireworks, and festive music are combined to create an unforgettable finale for your evening in this high-energy holiday display.
What to Expect:
- Stunning Visuals: Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! lights up the famous Chinese Theater with bright projections of classic Disney holiday scenes, bringing beloved characters and storylines to life.
- Fireworks and Special Effects: Enjoy a breathtaking display of fireworks synchronized with holiday music, laser effects, and snow-like magic filling the night sky.
- Beloved Characters: In Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!, Prep & Landing’s Wayne and Lanny lead the way on a mission to rescue Santa Claus. Mickey, Minnie, and other Disney characters also make appearances.
- Festive Soundtrack: The soundtrack is a blend of traditional holiday songs and Disney classics that go wonderfully with the visuals.
Disney Holidays in Hollywood
Location: Theater of the Stars
Show Times: 8:15 PM, 9:15 PM, 11:00 PM and midnight
Duration: 30 minutes
This spectacular production celebrates classic Hollywood and Disney holiday traditions with stunning projections, beloved characters, and show-stopping musical numbers. Hosted by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy and features appearances by Mickey and friends in exclusive holiday attire.
What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
Location: Hyperion Theater
Show Times: 7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, 9:30 PM, 11:30 PM and 12:30 AM
Duration: 30 minutes
Join Jack Skellington and friends for this interactive sing-along featuring the iconic songs from the beloved film. The Theater of the Stars is transformed with stunning holiday decorations and atmospheric lighting.
GLISTEN! Skating Show
Location: In front of the Chinese Theater
Show Times: 8:10 PM, 9:10 PM, 10:30 PM, 11:10 PM and 12:00 AM
Get your groove on at this high-energy dance party featuring a live DJ, special character appearances, and “snow” flurries throughout the night.
Picture-Perfect Holiday Decor
From the shimmering Christmas tree on Echo Lake to silver garlands on Sunset Boulevard, the park transforms into a retro holiday postcard. Don’t miss the glowing reindeer, oversized ornaments, and themed photo ops throughout the park.
Disney Jollywood Nights 2025 Tickets
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