Prepare to be dazzled and infused with holiday cheer! Disney has officially unveiled the full lineup of dates and exciting new details for Jollywood Nights 2025, the separately ticketed event that transforms Disney’s Hollywood Studios into a unique blend of old Hollywood glamour and festive holiday magic. Get ready for a season of shimmering décor, exclusive entertainment, specialty treats, and lower wait times for your favorite attractions!
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What is Jollywood Nights?
Imagine stepping onto a retro Christmas movie set – that’s the magic of Jollywood Nights. Held on select nights in November and December, Hollywood Studios sparkles with silver garlands, giant ornaments, and glowing reindeer, evoking a vintage postcard. This special event offers live performances, an elegant ambiance, unique food and beverage options, and entertainment designed exclusively for party-goers. Plus, with limited capacity, you can often enjoy shorter lines for popular rides!
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2025 Jollywood Nights Dates & Times
This year, the vintage holiday vibes will run on select nights from November 8th to December 22nd. Plan your visit accordingly, as November dates are primarily on select Saturdays and Mondays, while December shifts to select Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
Here’s a festive bonus: you can now enter the park a half-hour earlier, with Jollywood Nights entry available at 5:30 p.m. before the festivities officially kick off at 7:30 p.m. You’ll have five hours to jingle and sparkle, with the event wrapping up at 12:30 a.m.
As a limited-capacity event, Jollywood Nights tickets are expected to sell out quickly. Be sure to purchase yours well in advance! Ticket prices will vary by date. Mark your calendars for these key ticket purchase dates:
- July 16th: Early access for guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green.
- July 22nd: General sale date for all other guests.
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can also enjoy special discounts on all event nights. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639.
New for Jollywood Nights in 2025!
Santa’s given us a sneak peek at some exciting additions for this year’s Jollywood Nights:
- Miguel at Holiday Fiesta en la Calle: The beloved character from Coco will join José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros” at a new location near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith.
- Earlier Park Entry: Enjoy an extra 30 minutes of holiday magic with entry starting at 5:30 p.m.
- Two New Shows: Get ready for fresh entertainment with “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” and “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After.”
- Backlot Express Restaurant Specialty Menu: More details are coming soon, but plan to enjoy some new culinary delights at this quick-service spot.
- New Merch Collection: Get ready for a fresh line of Jollywood Nights exclusive merchandise, including a highly anticipated Spirit Jersey! Keep an eye out for details and a first look at new Ollie merch.
Jollywood Nights Shows and Entertainment
The park will be a winter wonderland of entertainment with live music and performances around every corner:
- “Disney Holidays in Hollywood”: Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy host a dazzling musical stage show at the Theater of the Stars, featuring beloved Disney characters like Mickey, Minnie, Belle, and Tiana. Catch performances at 8:15 p.m., 9:15 p.m., 11:00 p.m., and 12:00 a.m.
- “What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along”: Head to Hyperion Theater for a unique blend of spooky and festive fun with Jack Skellington. Sing along to classics like “What’s This?” and “Sally’s Song” as “snowflakes” fall. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 11:30 p.m., and 12:30 a.m.
- “Glisten!” Skating Show: This sparkling holiday ice skating show returns in front of the Chinese Theater, featuring world-class skaters performing to holiday tunes. Showtimes are 8:10 p.m., 9:10 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 11:10 p.m., and 12:00 a.m.
- Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!: This high-energy nighttime spectacular will light up the Chinese Theater at 10:00 p.m. with fireworks, lasers, projections, and holiday music, starring Wayne and Lanny from “Prep & Landing.”
Holiday Vibes All Over Hollywood Studios
Immerse yourself in festive atmospheres at various locations:
- The Tip Top Club: A 1930s-style jazz lounge in the courtyard of the Hollywood Tower Hotel, complete with live holiday music.
- Pixar Disco: Dance the night away at Pixar Place with Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy, and other Pixar favorites.
- Jazzy Holidays at The Brown Derby: For a more refined experience, enjoy culinary delights and live jazz music. Reservations are recommended and will be available in September.
- Holiday Fiesta en la Calle: Now located in the vibrant Coaster Courtyard on Sunset Boulevard, enjoy a lively Latin-inspired holiday street fair with music and character greetings, including the new addition of Miguel from Coco!
Character Greetings and Experiences
Jollywood Nights boasts over 20 classic and rarely seen characters! Here’s a glimpse of who you might encounter:
- Season’s Greetings at Echo Lake: Phineas and Ferb, Max Goof as Powerline, Chip ‘n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers, Stitch dressed as Santa, Baloo and King Louie.
- Pixar Plaza Friends: Mike Wazowski, Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy from “Inside Out.”
- Near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith: José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros,” and the new addition of Miguel from Coco.
- Keep an eye out for Duffy dressed as Santa, and stay tuned for locations for Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Pluto, The Mandalorian, and Lotso from Toy Story.
Rides Open During Jollywood Nights
While enjoying the festivities, you’ll also have access to some of Hollywood Studios’ most popular attractions with generally lower wait times:
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
- Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Slinky Dog Dash
- …and more!
More Merry to Come!
Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more unwrapped details in the coming months, including a complete Disney Eats Foodie Guide and photos of the exclusive Jollywood Nights merch collection, including that much-anticipated Spirit Jersey!
Get ready to create some unforgettable holiday memories at Jollywood Nights 2025! What are you most excited to experience?
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