Jollywood Nights is back at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for 2026 — and it’s bigger than ever. Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 runs from November 7 through January 5, 2027, making this the first year the event has extended into January. Tickets go on sale July 9 for resort guests and July 16 for everyone else, priced from $169 to $199. Here’s every date, ticket detail, show, character, and ride you need to know.
Quick Summary
- Jollywood Nights 2026 runs November 7, 2026 – January 5, 2027 — first year extending into January
- Tickets: $169–$199 per person plus tax; children 3–9 save $10; APs and DVC save $10
- Tickets on sale July 9 for resort guests, July 16 for everyone else
- Event hours: 7:30pm–12:30am; entry starts at 5:30pm
- Shows include Glisten! skating show, Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along, Jingle Bell Jingle BAM!, and more
- 9 rides open with typically shorter wait times
2026 Jollywood Nights Dates
The 2026 run is the longest yet, with 20 event nights spread across November, December, and — for the first time — January:
November: 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
December: 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23
January: 3, 5
Guests can enter Hollywood Studios as early as 5:30pm on event nights. The event officially runs 7:30pm to 12:30am.
Jollywood Nights 2026 Ticket Prices
Tickets range from $169 to $199 per person plus tax, with prices varying by date. Earlier dates in November tend to be less expensive. Children ages 3–9 save $10 per ticket on all dates.
Discounts available:
- Annual Passholders: $10 off per ticket on all event nights
- Disney Vacation Club Members: $10 off per ticket on all event nights
- Children ages 3–9: $10 off per ticket
Ticket sale dates:
- July 9: Resort guests at select Walt Disney World hotels (Disney Resorts Collection, Swan, Swan Reserve, Dolphin, Shades of Green) — valid for nights during their stay only
- July 16: General sale for all other guests
Tickets are date-specific and limited — they can sell out before the event date. Don’t wait on the nights you want. Purchase online or call Disney Central at 407-934-7639.
Shows and Entertainment at Jollywood Nights 2026
Disney Holidays in Hollywood
This musical stage show at the Theater of the Stars is hosted by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, with appearances from Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Belle, and Tiana. It draws on classic Hollywood holiday TV specials with a seasonal spin.
What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
At Hyperion Theater, this fan-favorite experience blends the holidays of Halloween Town and Christmas Town. Guests sing along to songs including “What’s This?” and “Sally’s Song” while “snowflakes” fall inside the theater.
Glisten! Skating Show
World-class skaters perform on a synthetic rink in front of the Chinese Theater, set to holiday music with twinkling projections and Art Deco staging. This is one of the most visually impressive things at the event.
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!
The Jollywood Nights nighttime spectacular lights up the Chinese Theater with fireworks, lasers, and projections. Wayne and Lanny from Prep & Landing anchor the story, which weaves in scenes from Beauty and the Beast, Mickey’s Christmas Carol, and The Nightmare Before Christmas. MagicBand+ syncing and “snowfall” on Hollywood Boulevard are part of the show.
Other Entertainment
- Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club — 1930s-style gathering at the Hollywood Tower Hotel courtyard with live holiday music
- Pixar Disco — Holiday dance party in Pixar Plaza featuring Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy, and Mike Wazowski
- Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby — Live music with the Brown Derby menu; limited capacity, advance reservations recommended
Character Meet and Greets at Jollywood Nights 2026
Jollywood Nights has one of the deepest character lineups of any Disney special event. Confirmed appearances include:
- Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
- Donald Duck and Daisy Duck
- Goofy and Pluto
- Stitch dressed as Santa
- Phineas and Ferb
- Max Goof as Powerline
- Chip ‘n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers
- Baloo and King Louie
- The Mandalorian and Grogu
- Chewbacca celebrating Life Day
- Lotso (Toy Story 3), Partysaurus Rex, Bing Bong (Inside Out)
- Duffy and Scrooge McDuck
Rides Open During Jollywood Nights
Nine attractions operate during the event, and wait times are typically much shorter than a regular park day due to the limited-capacity crowd:
- 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!
Disney Jollywood Nights 2026: Final Thoughts
Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 is the most expansive version of the event yet. Extending into January gives you more scheduling flexibility than any previous year, and the entertainment lineup — from Glisten! to the Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along to Jingle Bell Jingle BAM! — covers a huge range of holiday moods. The ride lineup with limited crowds is genuinely one of the best ways to experience Hollywood Studios.
Tickets go on sale July 9 for resort guests and July 16 for the general public. Prices start at $169 and dates in November are the most affordable entry points. Lock in your dates early — popular nights do sell out before the event.
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