The glitz and glam are almost here! Disney Jollywood Nights returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this Saturday, November 7, for its fourth holiday season. With the first nights already sold out and new details released this week, here’s everything you need to know before you go.
Your Free Jollywood Nights Keepsake
Walt Disney World shared a first look at this year’s complimentary keepsake, and it’s a festive metal wreath ornament featuring Chip ‘n’ Dale. The chipmunks sit at the top next to a sparkly gold bow, with colorful ornaments around the wreath and a film strip at the bottom featuring the Disney Jollywood Nights and Disney’s Hollywood Studios logos.
Every ticket includes one keepsake, and you’ll pick it up at the park entrance as you leave at the end of the night. Disney Vacation Club Members get an extra treat this year too, with a free DVC holiday keepsake and hot cocoa.
Jollywood Nights 2026 Dates and Sold Out Nights
Jollywood Nights takes place on select nights from November 7, 2026, through January 5, 2027, extending into January for the first time:
- November: 7 (sold out), 14 (sold out), 16, 21, 23 and 28
- December: 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 and 23
- January: 3 and 5
Opening night sold out back on October 11, and November 14 followed at the end of October, both earlier than last year. Saturday nights have been selling out first, so if you’re eyeing November 21 or 28, don’t wait. Tickets range from about $169 to $199 per person plus tax depending on the date, with discounts for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members. You can buy tickets on the official Jollywood Nights page or by calling 407-934-7639.
Party Hours and Check In
The party officially runs from 7:30pm to 12:30am, but you can enter as early as 5:30pm. If you’re spending the whole day at Hollywood Studios, you won’t have to head back to the front of the park. Disney offers check in locations inside the park, where you can pick up your event wristband ahead of the party. A wristband is required to enjoy the event and to shop the exclusive Jollywood Nights merchandise.
What If It Rains?
Disney has shared its inclement weather plan for this year’s event. Jollywood Nights generally goes on rain or shine, though some outdoor entertainment may be modified or canceled if the weather turns. Disney has canceled the event for severe weather before, back in December 2023, so keep an eye on the My Disney Experience app on your party night for any updates. Packing a poncho is always a good idea in Florida!
What’s New at Jollywood Nights 2026
- Checkin’ It Twice Lounge: a new lounge in Animation Courtyard with specialty drinks, a live DJ and entertainment all night
- New Monsters, Inc. friends: George Sanderson and Needleman join Mike Wazowski at Pixar Plaza for the first time
- More stars on the ice: Donald Duck, Daisy Duck and Genie join the Glisten! skating show for the first time
- New merchandise: including a Gertie Loungefly bag, a 2026 pullover, a double sided headband, a Gertie ornament and a Duffy as Santa mug
Speaking of Gertie, the giant dinosaur’s home is ready for the party. Echo Lake was just refilled following its summer refurbishment.
Shows and Entertainment
- Disney Holidays in Hollywood: Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy host this stage show at Theater of the Stars with Mickey, Minnie, Belle and Tiana
- What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along at Hyperion Theater
- Glisten!: the holiday skating show in front of the Chinese Theater
- Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club: a 1930s style celebration with live holiday music in the Hollywood Tower Hotel courtyard
- Pixar Disco: a dance party at Pixar Plaza with Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy and Mike Wazowski
- Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby: live music and dining, with advance reservations recommended
- Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!: the nighttime spectacular starring Wayne and Lanny from Prep and Landing, with fireworks, projections and snowfall on Hollywood Boulevard
Characters You Can Meet
Characters at this year’s party include Phineas and Ferb, Max Goof as Powerline, Chip ‘n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers, Santa Stitch, Baloo and King Louie, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Chewbacca celebrating Life Day, Lotso, Partysaurus Rex, Bing Bong, Duffy, Scrooge McDuck, Donald and Daisy, Goofy and Pluto, and Mickey and Minnie.
Rides Open During the Party
Lower wait times are a big perk. Attractions open during Jollywood Nights include Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Star Tours, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Slinky Dog Dash, Alien Swirling Saucers and Toy Story Mania! Attractions are subject to change.
For all the details, visit the Disney Parks Blog. Heading to Magic Kingdom instead? Check out our Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party food guide, and plan the rest of your trip with our Christmas at Walt Disney World 2026 guide.
Are you heading to Jollywood Nights this year? Let us know which night in the comments!
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