Disney’s Hollywood Studios Christmas Party “Jollywood Nights” Returns for 2026
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is offering a festive after-hours Christmas party again this year! Disney’s Hollywood Studios party, Jollywood Nights, will include exclusive access to attractions and unique entertainment for the holiday season.
Get ready for glitz, glamour, and a whole lot of fun. This after-hours party is almost like a collection of parties within one big Hollywood party.
We spoke with Tom Vazzana, Creative Director for Walt Disney World Resort, and we’re spilling all the details.
Keep reading for intel about each offering at this Christmas party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Disney Jollywood Nights Details
This is Disney Jollywood Nights – a separately ticketed event from 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. on select nights November 7, 2026 – January 7, 2027.
Get ready to dress in your holiday glam best or festive flair, dance the night away to merry mashups, indulge in divine treats and bubbling spirits, and snap selfies with iconic characters during this festive event!
NEW THIS YEAR
Checkin’ It Twice Lounge: Step inside, sip, socialize, and soak up the atmosphere at Checkin’ It Twice Lounge in Animation Courtyard. Featuring specialty beverages, a DJ and entertainment throughout the evening, this stylish hideaway is an idyllic spot to unwind during Disney Jollywood Nights.
Scare up some smiles with George Sanderson and Needleman from Monsters, Inc.—new to Disney Jollywood Nights this year.
Disney Jollywood Nights Zones
- As you enter the party a DJ spinning a mix of holiday tunes welcomes you.
- Echo Lake Holiday Celebration: Saunter over to Echo Lake for a throwback bash that’s sure to stir up nostalgia for the 1990s and 2000s.
- Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club: Enjoy a swingin’ celebration in the courtyard of The Hollywood Tower Hotel.
- Pixar Disco: A rockin’ dance party featuring Pixar characters.
- Glisten! Champion skaters perform breathtaking routines set to a vibrant holiday soundtrack.
- Two limited-capacity entertainment experiences – a jazz lounge at The Hollywood Brown Derby and an other-worldly soiree at The Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard.
Character Meets
- NEW THIS YEAR: George Sanderson and Needleman from Monsters, Inc.
- Echo Lake will be home to Baloo and King Louie from TaleSpin, Max Goof as Powerline, Phineas and Ferb, Chip ‘n’ Dale from Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers and Stitch dressed as Santa.
- Find Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy, Mike Wazowski and other Pixar pals at the Pixar Disco.
- Donald Duck and Daisy Duck
- Scrooge McDuck, Goofy, and Pluto
- Duffy dressed as Santa.
- The Mandalorian and Grogu will be appearing at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
- Lotso and Bo Peep will be appearing at Toy Story Land.
Jollywood Night Shows
- Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy are very special guests at Theater of the Stars along with some of their Disney friends including Princess Tiana, Belle, Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse.
- “What’s This: Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-along” transforms the Hyperion Theater into a twistedly festive sing-along featuring “What’s This” and “Kidnapping Sandy Claus” songs.
- “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” is the party’s finale jam-packed with music, fireworks, special effects and dazzling state-of-the-art projections.
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Disney Jollywood Nights is a limited-capacity holiday event, and tickets are on sale now!
We’re delivering even more details, keep reading!
Tickets may be purchased now on the Walt Disney World website. Ticket prices will range from $169 – $199 per person.
2026 and 2027 Party dates are:
- November 7, 14, 16, 21, 23 and 28
- December 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 and 23
- January 3 and 5
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“What’s This: Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-along” Details
We attended a special unveiling event and Tom Vazzana, Creative Director for Walt Disney World Resort shared some exciting details about this new Nightmare Before Christmas show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney Jollywood Nights.
“We’re going to dress all the walls. We’re changing all the scenery to bring this slightly darkly delicious surreal singalong from Tim Burton’s mind.” – Tom Vazzana, Creative Director
Get ready to sing along to “What’s This” and “Kidnapping Sandy Claus” in a theater full of Nightmare Before Christmas fans! There are even be some special effects to really set the mood.
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!
A version of the Christmas nighttime show Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! will make a comeback as part of the event. This fireworks and projection show will start at 10 pm.
Fans may remember the holiday projection show from 2016 and led by elves Wayne and Lanny, will take you on a yuletide adventure to the North Pole. It features classic holiday moments from beloved Disney films including “Mickey’s Christmas Carol,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pluto’s Christmas Tree,” “Bambi,” Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” and more.
Rides During Jollywood Nights
This returning event is a great way to get in some rides at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with reduced crowds and shorter wait times.
After-hours access includes:
- Slinky Dog Dash
- Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Rock N’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Photo Opportunities
Snap selfies with unique photo opportunities throughout the night:
- Pose with friends for holiday-themed Magic Shots and two new Disney PhotoPass experiences throughout the night.
- Complimentary digital downloads of your Disney PhotoPass photos captured during the event are included with the price of your ticket.**
- Meet Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse appearing at Red Carpet Dreams.
Stay tuned for food and beverage announcements!
“Jollywood Nights, the whole idea is exciting. We’ve been looking for a way to entertain guests at holiday time. Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be a destination to celebrate the holidays with your friends and family in a whole new exciting way!” Tom Vazzana, Creative Director Walt Disney World Resort tells Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine.
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