Everything You Need to Know About Disney Jollywood Nights

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Are you headed to Disney World for Hollywood Studios’ Jollywood Nights and don’t know what to expect? In this post, I’ll answer common questions so you’re prepared for this new Disney Christmas Party!

Where is Jollywood Nights Held?

Jollywood Nights is held at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios on special nights from Nov 8 through Dec 22, 2025. There are special holiday events, shows, treats, and character meet-and-greets. Plus, a special holiday fireworks display. You’ll get to meet your favorite characters dressed up for the Holidays and enjoy lots of special Christmas-themed food and snacks throughout the night.

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How much are Jollywood Nights tickets (2025)?

Prices vary for Jollywood Nights depending on the date that you choose. The prices range from $159.00-$199.00 per ticket for adults and $149 – $189 per night for children. There is an Annual Passholder Discount ($10 off) for some nights. 

What is included in your ticket to Jollywood Nights?

Your ticket for Jollywood Nights includes admission to the park beginning at 5:30 on your party night. Disney PhotoPass is also included in your ticket price. Photographers will be located throughout the park and ready to take your photos with characters, and there will also be some fun special “Magic Shots” available.

Just be sure to download your photos within 45 days of the party, before they expire.

Food and drinks are not included in your Jollywood Nights tickets. There will be plenty of exclusive treats and drinks to purchase during the party.

You will receive an exclusive ornament when you enter the park. It is pretty cute this year! (see below)

When can you buy tickets for Jollywood Nights?

Tickets were available in July, but this date might change every year, so be sure to check back for updated dates for the 2025 Jollywood Nights Ticket sale. Just a reminder, Tickets are non-refundable, and the party is rain-or-shine.

What time does Jollywood Nights Start?

Jollywood Nights begins at 7:30 p.m. and runs until 12:30 a.m. If you have a ticket to the event, you may enter the park at 5:30 p.m. You do not need a park reservation to enter the park at 5:30 p.m.

Every night that there is a party, Hollywood Studios will close early to regular-ticketed guests. All guests without a ticket to this special event will be asked to leave at 6:00 p.m. 

What’s new at Jollywood Nights in 2025?

The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure, a stage show, recently received a refresh in 2025 and will be open during the party. You can also see the newest stage show, Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After, during Jollywood Nights. This year there are new characters to meet and lots of new treats and drinks to try. The Holiday Fiesta en la Calle has moved and is now in front of Rockin’ Rollercoaster. There’s lots to do and see at this year’s Jollywood Nights. Continue reading for all the details.

Entertainment, shows, and Characters at Jollywood Nights

JINGLE BELL JINGLE BAM fireworks show

Jingle Bell Jingle Bam is a festive show with fireworks and projections on the Chinese Theater. It was one of the best fireworks shows I’ve seen at Hollywood Studios.

• Location: On and above the Chinese Theater
• Time: 12:30 am

Disney Holidays in Hollywood

This holiday show is hosted by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy! The show included Belle, Tiana, Mickey, and Minnie. There is singing and dancing and a cute festive story. There are plenty of jokes to keep you laughing. It was the highlight of our night for sure!

• Location: Theater of the Stars on Sunset Boulevard
• Times: 8:45 pm, 9:45 pm, 10:45 pm, and 11:45 pm

Twilight Soiree at The Tip Top Club

The Tip Top Club is at the bottom of the Tower of Terror. There will be live music and cocktails. The band was a really fun addition.

• Location: Tower of Terror, Tip Top Club
• Times vary throughout the evening: 7:30 p.m., 8:10 p.m., 8:50 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 11:10 p.m., and 11:50 p.m. 

Glisten! Skating Show

“Glisten! is a holiday skating show that you can enjoy right in front of the Chinese Theater. Watch World-class skaters twirl, leap, and even jump rope with Christmas lights, with fun classic holiday tunes, and original Jollywood songs.   

Times: 8:10 p.m., 9:10 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 11:10 p.m., and 12:00 a.m. 

Holiday Fiesta en la Calle

This Lively Latin Street Fair includes Latin music, dancing, food, and drinks. Latin holiday music will be performed by musicians in this colorful fiesta!

• Location: near Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster
• Times: TBD, check the My Disney Experience App

What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along

• Location: Hyperion Theater
• Times: 8:45 P.M., 9:45 P.M., 10:45 P.M., 11:45 P.M.

Pixar Disco lights up Pixar Plaza

Join this fun dance party at Pixar Place. Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy, and other Pixar favorites will be there.

• Location: Pixar Place
• Times: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., and between 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. to get moving. 

Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby

Enjoy a dinner or a few drinks at the jazz lounge at The Hollywood Brown Derby Restaurant. There will be exclusive meals, appetizers, and themed special drinks. Seats are available on a first-come basis. If you don’t get a table right away, you will need to join the Walk-Up List via the My Disney Experience app.

• Location: Hollywood Brown Derby
• Reservations are required.

What restaurants will be open during Jollywood Nights?

During the Jollywood Nights, many Hollywood Studios Restaurants will be open for dining. This includes Quick Service and Table Service Dining locations. Check the My Disney Experience to make reservations or check for hours.

What Characters Can You Meet at Jollywood Nights?

Some of these characters you can meet during the day so you might want to consider skipping those characters to meet your favorites during the party.

Tip: You can ask the Cast Members to take photos with your own phone. I wish we had done this with our Minnie meet-and-greet because the automatic camera that some locations use did not get good photos. Simply ask the cast members, they. are usually happy to help.

There are always extra special characters at the Walt Disney World holiday parties. Below is a list of characters we’ve seen at the party in the past. To find out more details and a complete list of characters you can meet at Jollywood Nights this year, read my detailed article here.

Characters at Jollywood Night

New Jollywood Nights Characters for 2025:

• Chewbacca
• Partysaurus Rex
• Bing Bong
• Miguel from Coco

Returning Jollywood Nights Characters:

• Mickey Mouse
• Minnie Mouse
• Donald Duck
• Daisy Duck
• Scrooge McDuck
• Goofy
• Pluto
• Chip ‘n’ Dale
• Max Goof as Powerline
• Stitch dressed as Santa
• Duffy dressed as Santa
• Phineas and Ferb
• The Mandalorian and Grogu
• Mike Wazowski from Monsters Inc.
• Edna Mode from The Incredibles
• Frozone from the Incredibles
• Joy from Inside Out
• Baloo or King Louie
• José Carioca or Panchito from The Three Caballeros
• Lotso from Toy Story 3
• Bo Peep from the Toy Story movies

and More…

Past Jollywood Nights Characters

Some Characters that we’ve seen at Jollywood Nights in previous years (that we hope will make a surprise appearance:

• Mary Poppins and Penguin
• Pinocchio
• Jiminy Cricket

⭐️ See where to meet the characters and more details in this post:
Characters You Can Meet at Jollywood Nights

What Rides and Attractions are available during the party?

Most rides at Hollywood Studios are available during Jollywood Nights. Below is a list of rides that will be available.

• Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
• Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
• Slinky Dog Dash
• Toy Story Mania!
• Alien Swirling Saucers
• Star Tours
• Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
• Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After (Stage Show)
• The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure (Stage Show)
• Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance (Virtual queue beginning at 8 pm.)

Is Fantasmic showing during Jollywood Nights?

Fantasmic will not be presented during the party; however, you can watch the show at 6:30 PM on event nights (subject to change).

PhotoPass Included!

Your ticket includes PhotoPass digital downloads so make sure you find some of the fun holiday backdrops and photo opportunities.

Jollywood Nights Attire

One of the best parts of the parties at Disney World is that you can have fun and do a little dressing up if you’d like. Jollywood Nights has a 50’s retro theme so we went for a 50’s look.

Shop Jollywood Looks for Women Here | Shop Jollywood Looks for Men Here

Is there a map for Jollywood Nights?

Yes, you will receive a map for the event when you arrive. You can also find most of the party information, like character meet-and-greets, treat locations, and other details on this flyer.

When can you buy tickets for Jollywood Nights 2025?

Resort hotel guests could buy starting July 16, 2025 general public starting July 22, 2025.

Are tickets still available for Jollywood Nights?

Yes, tickets are still available for most Jollywood Nights dates for 2025.

What are the dates for Jollywood Nights 2025?