Going to Disney Jollywood Nights 2026? Find out how to make the most of your party time and ticket price as soon as you hit the gate.

In 2023, Disney introduced a new holiday event – and it has returned for 2026. Disney Jollywood Nights is a hard-ticketed event that takes place on select nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, giving guests access to the popular park with smaller crowds and special holiday events. We’re sharing a complete guide to the dates, pricing, entertainment, food, and more that will be available during Disney Jollywood Nights.

What is Disney Jollywood Nights?

The event takes place on select nights throughout November and December, giving guests the chance to experience everything that Disney’s Hollywood Studios has to offer with smaller crowds after the park closes. The event includes special entertainment, exclusive food options, and event-exclusive shows for attendees.

• Dates and Ticket Prices
• Arrival Information
• Entertainment and Events
• Party Exclusive Snacks
• Characters Meet and Greets

Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Dates and Ticket Prices

Disney Jollywood Nights occurs on select nights in November through January (for the first time!), starting November 7 through January 5, 2027.

The full list of dates is:

• November 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
• December 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23
• January 3, 5

When Can I Purchase Disney Jollywood Nights Tickets?

Tickets for Disney Jollywood Nights go on sale on the following dates:

Event tickets are $169 to $199 per ticket, plus tax (prices vary by event date). Children ages 3 to 9 can save $10 per ticket.

Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Arrival Information

The event takes place from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM, but your ticket will allow you to enter the theme park starting at 5:30 PM. If you arrive prior to 5:30 PM, you will need valid park admission and a Park Pass reservation for Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Disney Jollywood Nights Ride Availability

Several popular rides are available during the event, including Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, Slinky Dog Dash, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance (using a standby line)

What’s New at Disney Jollywood Nights for 2026?

So far, we don’t have too many details on what will be new for the event, so stay tuned as we learn more!

Disney Jollywood Nights Entertainment

The big draw for Disney Jollywood Nights is the entertainment. The event includes several shows and exciting event-exclusive entertainment that guests can enjoy.

Twilight Soirée

You can enjoy Twilight Soirée at The Tip-Top Club, which is a “swingin’ soiree” in the courtyard of The Hollywood Tower Hotel. The entertainment includes a live band, with holiday tunes in jukebox style. There’s also an outdoor bar where you can enjoy specialty cocktails.

Typical Showtimes: 7:30 PM, 8:10 PM, 8:50 PM, 9:30 PM, 10:30 PM, 11:10 PM, and 11:50 PM.

Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby

The beloved Hollywood Brown Derby has transformed into a jazz joint, with holiday tunes and decor. You’ll be able to sip on craft cocktails and enjoy light bites while enjoying music.

Tables are available by reservation.

What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along at the Hyperion Theater

“What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along” takes place at The Hyperion Theater, and features live performers, characters, and effects alongside a sing-along for The Nightmare Before Christmas. Fans of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will be thrilled to see the giant Jack Skellington on stage, the puppet that is typically exclusive to Not-So-Scary.

Holidays in Hollywood at Theater of the Stars, What’s This?, and Twilight Soirée at The Tip-Top Club. Photos by Laurie Sapp

The show also features two pantomime performers who remain silent throughout the show, performing scenes alongside video on the screen behind them. One of the most show-stopping scenes features Oogie Boogie alongside tons of practical set pieces.

Even those who are not huge fans of Nightmare Before Christmas will likely enjoy this special show, which we found to be one of the highlights of the night at Disney Jollywood Nights.

Typical Showtimes: 7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, 9:30 PM, 11:30 PM, and 12:30 AM.

Disney Holidays in Hollywood at Theater of the Stars

At Theater of the Stars. Disney Holidays in Hollywood is a variety show featuring tons of favorite characters. This was a major highlight of the event, including appearances by the Muppets, Mickey and Minnie, Tiana, Belle, and more.

The show is set as a “live broadcast,” so features musical numbers with “commercial breaks” in between that offer fun banter between characters. The show includes a wonderful appearance by Kermit and Miss Piggy, with classic Muppets banter.

There is a big dance number with Mickey and Minnie, with excellent choreography. You’ll also see Belle sing in her holiday gown, as well as see Tiana sing an original holiday tune in a new outfit! This is a show you won’t want to miss, so make sure to check it out during one of its four performances of the night.

Typical Showtimes: 8:15 PM, 9:15 PM, 11 PM, and 12 AM

Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!

Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! returns as the seasonal nighttime spectacular with holiday music, special effects, and exciting projections.

Typical Showtime: 10 PM

“Glisten!”

Returning for 2025, “Glisten” is a skating spectacular will take place on Hollywood Boulevard. Champion skaters will take place in a twist on a traditional ice show, set to your favorite holiday tunes, as well as original songs and Disney favorites like “Be Our Guest” and “When You Wish Upon A Star.”

2025 Showtimes: 8:10 PM, 9:10 PM, 10:30 PM, 11:10 PM, and 12 AM

Pixar Disco

Head to Pixar Plaza for a dance party featuring Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy, and other Pixar characters.

Typical Showtimes: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM, 10:30 PM to 12:30 AM

Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Party Exclusive Snacks

Disney Jollywood Nights includes specialty snacks exclusive to the party! For 2026, you’ll find new and returning items at locations around the park, along with a special menu for Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby.

While we don’t have the 2026 menus yet, check out the FULL list of menu items from 2025 here.

Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Character Meet and Greets

You’ll be able to find your favorite Disney characters all throughout the park, with some decked out in event-exclusive outfits.

Photos by Laurie Sapp

Along with some new characters still to be revealed, her are returning characters to meet in 2026:

• Chewbacca
• Partysaurus Rex
• Bing Bong from Inside Out
• Baloo or King Louie from TaleSpin
• Lotso from Toy Story 3
• The Mandalorian and Grogu
• Joy from Inside Out
• Phineas and Ferb
• Max Goof as Powerline
• Chip ‘n’ Dale from Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers
• Stitch dressed as Santa
• Duffy
• Edna Mode and Frozone from The Incredibles
• Mike Wazowski from Monsters, Inc.
• Donald Duck and Daisy Duck
• Scrooge McDuck
• Goofy and Pluto
• Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse

Thank you to Disney for hosting us during the Fallidays media event.