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Jollywood Nights returns November 7 – January 5, 2027 — extending into January for the very first time!
Step into a glamorous holiday celebration like no other at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney Jollywood Nights returns for 2026 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.
2026 Event Dates & Ticket Info
Disney Jollywood Nights returns on select evenings from November 7 through January 5, 2027 — and for the first time ever, the celebration extends into January! Park entry begins at 5:30 PM, with the party running from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM, giving you up to five hours of holiday magic.
Event Dates:
- November: 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
- December: 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23
- January: 3, 5
*Dates with a strike-through are sold out
🎟️ Mark Your Calendar — Tickets On Sale
July 9
Early access for guests of select Disney Resort hotels, the Swan & Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green
July 16
General public ticket sales begin for all other guests
What to Expect in 2026
Jollywood Nights brings back its signature blend of old Hollywood glamour and holiday cheer, with all your favorites returning:
- Live Shows & Spectaculars – From the Disney Holidays in Hollywood stage show to the Glisten! skating spectacular and the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! fireworks finale
- Rare Character Greetings – Meet classic and seldom-seen Disney friends in their holiday best
- Festive Lounges & Dance Parties – The Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club, Pixar Disco, and the adults-oriented Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby
- Shorter Wait Times – Enjoy popular attractions with far lighter crowds
Additional details on specialty food and beverages, exclusive merchandise, and even more character appearances will be announced as the holiday season approaches.
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 Greetings – Meet a lineup of classic and rarely-seen Disney friends in festive attire, including:
- Phineas and Ferb
- Max Goof as Powerline
- Chip ‘n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers
- Stitch dressed as Santa
- Baloo and King Louie
- The Mandalorian and Grogu
- Chewbacca celebrating Life Day
- Lotso from Toy Story 3
- Partysaurus Rex
- Bing Bong from Inside Out
- Duffy
- Scrooge McDuck
- Donald Duck and Daisy Duck
- Goofy and Pluto
- Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
- 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:
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
- Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
- Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Slinky Dog Dash
- Alien Swirling Saucers
- Toy Story Mania!
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 Hyperion Theater 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 (times based on previous years; subject to change)
Returning for 2026, this dazzling holiday skating show features world-class skaters who twirl, leap, and dance across a shimmering synthetic rink, set to classic holiday tunes and original Jollywood songs. With twinkling projections and Art Deco flair, it’s pure Christmas magic on “ice.”
Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club
Location: Courtyard of the Hollywood Tower Hotel
Step into a glamorous 1930s-style swingin’ celebration complete with live holiday music — one of the most stylish stops of the evening.
Pixar Disco
Location: Pixar Plaza
A holly jolly dance party featuring Edna Mode and Frozone from The Incredibles, Joy from Inside Out, and Mike Wazowski from Monsters, Inc.
Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby
A refined, adults-oriented retreat blending culinary delights, live music, and holiday elegance. Space is limited and advance reservations are recommended — more details to come.
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 Night 2026 Tickets
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