Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Dates and Details Announced

Disney has released the schedule and ticket details for the 2026 season of Disney Jollywood Nights at Walt Disney World. This separately ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios features exclusive entertainment, seasonal food, and shorter wait times for popular attractions.

When and where

The event takes place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on select nights from November 7, 2026, through January 5, 2027. This marks the first time the event has extended into January.

2026-2027 Event Dates:

* November: 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28

* December: 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23

* January: 3, 5

Party hours are from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., though ticket holders can enter the park as early as 5:30 p.m. without a separate daytime admission ticket.

What’s new

Several new offerings are debuting for the 2026 season:

* Checkin’ It Twice Lounge: Located in Animation Courtyard, this new space features a live DJ and specialty beverages.

* New Character Encounters: George Sanderson and Needleman from *Monsters, Inc.* will make their event debut at Pixar Plaza.

* Updated Skating Show: The "Glisten!" skating show in front of the Chinese Theater will now include appearances by Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Genie.

* Exclusive Merchandise: A new collection features Gertie the Dinosaur and Duffy the Disney Bear, including a Gertie-themed Loungefly bag and a Duffy Santa mug. These items are only available for purchase during the event near Frozen Fractal Gifts.

Entertainment and attractions

Returning entertainment includes the "Disney Holidays in Hollywood" stage show hosted by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, and the "What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along." The night concludes with the "Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!" fireworks and projection show.

Guests can also visit the Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club (Tower of Terror courtyard) for live swing music or Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby. Note that Jazzy Holidays has limited capacity and Disney recommends making advance reservations.

Many popular rides will remain open with lower wait times, including:

* Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

* Slinky Dog Dash

* Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

* The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

* Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets

What it means for your visit

If you are planning a trip during the holiday season, be aware that Hollywood Studios will close early to daytime guests on event nights. If you do not have a party ticket, you will need to park hop or plan to be out of the park by 7:30 p.m.

Tickets go on sale to guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green on July 9, 2026. Tickets open to the general public on July 16, 2026. Because this is a limited-capacity event, dates—especially those in late December—frequently sell out in advance. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members are eligible for ticket discounts on all event nights.

Source: Disney Parks Blog