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Disney Jollywood Nights is stretching beyond the usual holiday calendar in 2026. For the first time, the separately ticketed Disney’s Hollywood Studios event will continue into January, giving post-New Year’s visitors two chances to attend after the December rush.
Disney confirmed 15 event nights from November 7, 2026, through January 5, 2027. Event-ticket holders can enter at 5:30 p.m., while the party runs from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The biggest planning challenge won’t be finding something to do; it will be choosing among stage shows, rare characters, rides, live music, and fireworks during a five-hour event.
In This Article
- All 15 event dates
- Ticket-sale dates and discounts
- Confirmed shows and characters
- Announced ride lineup
- Details Disney hasn’t released
Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Quick Details
- Location: Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Dates: November 7, 2026, through January 5, 2027, on select nights
- Early entry: 5:30 p.m.
- Event hours: 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
- Admission: Separate event ticket required
- Capacity: Limited; prices vary by date
All 2026 Disney Jollywood Nights Dates
| Month | Event dates |
|---|---|
| November 2026 | 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 |
| December 2026 | 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23 |
| January 2027 | 3, 5 |
The January dates are the standout change. Guests arriving just after New Year’s Day can now consider Jollywood Nights without squeezing it into a November or December trip. The calendar also includes several Mondays and Wednesdays, which gives travelers more options than a weekend-only event would, although Disney has not released date-by-date prices.
When Disney Jollywood Nights Tickets Go on Sale
Ticket sales open in two stages. Beginning July 9, 2026, guests staying at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can buy tickets. General sales open July 16 for everyone else.
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members will have discounts available for every event night. Disney says prices will vary by date, but the exact price chart was not included in the announcement. If one date is essential to your trip, buying early is the safer move because this is a limited-capacity event.
The 5:30 p.m. entry time provides two hours inside Hollywood Studios before the official event begins. That can be useful for dinner, photos, or getting oriented, but it does not add time to the exclusive entertainment window. Once 7:30 p.m. arrives, a priority list will matter more than a long wish list.
The Best Planning Approach: Pick Shows Before Rides
Jollywood Nights has enough scheduled entertainment to fill most of the evening before characters and attractions enter the equation. Returning visitors may want to start by choosing two must-see shows, then fit rides and greetings around published showtimes when Disney releases the final schedule.
Disney Holidays in Hollywood
Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy return to host Disney Holidays in Hollywood at Theater of the Stars. The stage show also features Mickey, Minnie, Belle, and Tiana in a presentation inspired by classic Hollywood holiday television specials.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along returns to Hyperion Theater with Jack Skellington, falling “snow,” and songs including “What’s This?” and “Sally’s Song.” Families with strong Jack and Sally fans should treat this as a scheduled show rather than something they can casually catch while crossing the park.
Glisten, Pixar Disco, and the Tip Top Club
Glisten returns in front of the Chinese Theater with skaters performing on a synthetic rink. Pixar Disco brings a character dance party to Pixar Plaza with Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy, and Mike Wazowski.
Over near The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, the Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club adds live holiday music and a 1930s-style atmosphere. Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby is also returning as a more relaxed food-and-live-music option, and Disney recommends advance reservations because space is limited.
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! returns to the Chinese Theater with fireworks, lasers, projections, holiday music, and Wayne and Lanny from Prep & Landing. Disney also confirmed snowfall on Hollywood Boulevard and synchronized MagicBand+ effects.
Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Character Lineup
Disney’s first character list is unusually broad, with classic characters, Pixar favorites, Star Wars appearances, and several greetings that are not part of a normal Hollywood Studios day:
- Phineas and Ferb
- Max Goof as Powerline
- Chip ‘n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers
- Stitch dressed as Santa
- Baloo and King Louie
- The Mandalorian and Grogu
- Chewbacca celebrating Life Day
- Lotso and Partysaurus Rex
- Bing Bong and Duffy
- Scrooge McDuck
- Donald and Daisy Duck
- Goofy and Pluto
- Mickey and Minnie Mouse
Disney says more character details and locations will be announced later. Our look at the 2024 Jollywood Nights characters shows how much the lineup can change from one season to the next, so use the 2026 list rather than an older event map when deciding which greetings matter most.
Rides Open During Disney Jollywood Nights
- 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!
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is the headline addition to this list. Disney says event guests should see lower waits for available attractions, but admission does not guarantee access to any ride or experience. Spending the whole evening chasing attractions may also mean missing entertainment that is exclusive to Jollywood Nights.
For a broader look at the event’s mix of shows, dance parties, and character experiences, see our previous guide to Disney Jollywood Nights experiences. Just remember that the 2026 announcement should be the reference point for this year’s lineup.
What Disney Still Hasn’t Announced
Several details are still missing. Disney has not published exact ticket prices by date, the full food and drink menus, event merchandise, the complete character map, or final showtimes. Those details will affect whether a dining reservation, a specific character, or one of the major shows becomes the anchor for your evening.
The useful move now is to choose a preferred date and identify your top two event priorities. Once Disney releases the operating schedule, you can build the rest of the night around those fixed-time experiences instead of trying to do everything.
When is Disney Jollywood Nights in 2026?
The event runs on 15 select nights from November 7, 2026, through January 5, 2027.
When do 2026 Jollywood Nights tickets go on sale?
Eligible guests at select Disney resorts, the Swan and Dolphin, and Shades of Green can buy tickets July 9. General sales begin July 16.
What time is Disney Jollywood Nights?
Event-ticket holders can enter Disney’s Hollywood Studios at 5:30 p.m. The event runs from 7:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m.
Is Jollywood Nights included with regular park admission?
No. Disney Jollywood Nights is a limited-capacity, separately ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Would you choose one of the new January dates, or does Jollywood Nights feel more festive before Christmas? Let us know in the comments below; we would love to hear your plans.
Source credit: disneyparksblog.com
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