After announcing other 2025 holiday offerings on Tuesday, Walt Disney World has revealed the dates and details for Disney Jollywood Nights 2025 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Disney Jollywood Nights 2025 Dates and Details
Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that combines old Hollywood glam with festive fun each November and December. Guests can enjoy performances, holiday decor, specialty food and beverages, exclusive entertainment, purchase event merchandise, and take advantage of lower ride wait times.
2025 Jollywood Nights Dates
This year, Jollywood Nights returns on select nights from November 8 through December 22, 2025. The November dates are set for select Saturdays and Mondays, while the December dates are on select Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. There are also 13 event dates in total, the same as 2024.
The full list of dates is as follows:
- November 8
- November 15
- November 17
- November 22
- November 24
- November 29
- December 1
- December 6
- December 10
- December 13
- December 17
- December 20
- December 22
This year, guests can enjoy the event half an hour earlier, with early entry available starting at 5:30 p.m. before the event begins at 7:30 p.m. This allows for up to five hours of total time at the event, which runs to 12:30 a.m.
Jollywood Nights 2025 Tickets
Disney Jollywood Nights is a limited capacity ticketed event, so guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets well ahead of their travel dates. Jollywood Nights 2025 tickets vary per date from $159 to $199 per ticket, plus tax.
On July 16, guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green will be able to purchase their tickets. On July 22, tickets will go on general sale to all other guests.
Discounts are available for all event nights for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639.
New at Jollywood Nights in 2025
This year will include a few new offerings, including:
- See Miguel at Holiday Fiesta en la Calle in a new location near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
- Enjoy “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” and “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” during event hours
- Snack on the new Backlot Express Restaurant specialty menu (more details to come soon)
- A new Jollywood Nights merch collection (details coming soon)
Read more about new offerings coming to this year’s Disney Jollywood Nights.
Jollywood Nights Shows and Entertainment
Once again, several exclusive entertainment offerings will be offered as part of Jollywood Nights, including returning favorites.
“Disney Holidays in Hollywood”
This stage show at Theater of the Stars sees Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy host a holiday gathering featuring appearances from Disney characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Belle, and Princess Tiana.
Inspired by classic Hollywood holiday TV specials, “Disney Holidays in Hollywood” will perform at 8:15 p.m., 9:15 p.m., 11 p.m. and 12 a.m.
Watch our video from 2024:
“What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along”
At the Hyperion Theater, guests can enjoy “What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along” with Jack Skellington as “snowflakes” fall overhead.
Guests can sing along to songs like “What’s This?” and “Sally’s Song” as the show performs at 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 11:30 p.m., and 12:30 a.m.
Watch our video from 2024 below:
Music, Dancing, and Stage shows
The Tip Top Club will return for Jollywood Nights this year, transporting guests to a 1930s-style jazz lounge filled with holiday music. Performances will be held at 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.
Watch our video from 2024:
Pixar Disco will also return to Pixar Place, offering a holiday dance party attended by Edna Mode, Frozon, Joy, and other Pixar characters. The dance party will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., and then again from 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
See Pixar Disco from 2024:
New for this year, “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” and “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” will be open during Jollywood Nights for guests to enjoy the two new stage shows.
“Glisten!” Skating Show
The holiday skating show “Glisten!” will also return for 2025. Performed in front of the Chinese Theater, world-class skaters will twirl, leap, and even jump rope across a synthetic rink to holiday tunes and original music.
The show will be performed at 8:10 p.m., 9:10 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 11:10 p.m., and 12:00 a.m. on event nights. Watch our video from last year:
Jazzy Holidays at the Brown Derby
Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby will also return this year, offering an adult-oriented culinary experience with live music.
There is limited space for this offering, and guests will be able to make reservations in September. Watch our food review from last year:
Holiday Fiesta en la Calle
For 2025, Holiday Fiesta en la Calle will move to the Coaster Courtyard on Sunset Boulevard, near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. This Latin-inspired holiday street fair will feature Latin holiday music performances and colorful decorations.
In addition, guests can meet José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros.” New for this year, Miguel from “Coco” will also join in on the fun.
Food and beverages at Holiday Fiesta en la Calle will be inspired by traditional Latin holiday flavors.
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!
At 10 p.m. on event nights, “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” will light up the Chinese Theater with fireworks, lasers, projections, and holiday tunes. Starring Wayne and Lanny from “Prep & Landing,” the show follows the elves’ mission to rescue Santa, and features scenes from films like “Beauty and the Beast,” “Mickey’s Christmas Carol,” and “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
The nighttime spectacular will also include “snowfall” on Hollywood Boulevard and synced MagicBand+ effects.
Watch our video of “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” below:
Character Greetings and Experiences at Jollywood Nights
Disney Jollywood Nights will offer more than 20 “classic and rarely seen” characters for meet and greets, including:
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”
- Miguel from “Coco”
Santa Duffy will also appear at Jollywood Nights, with more character greetings to be announced — including Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Pluto, The Mandalorian, and Lotso from “Toy Story.”
Rides Open During Jollywood Nights 2025
Several attractions will be open during Disney Jollywood Nights, offering lower wait times for guests. The rides available will include:
- 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
- Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After
- The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure
Available attractions are subject to change. Admission to this event does not guarantee access to any attraction or experience.
How Jollywood Nights Compares to Other Disney Holiday Parties
While Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom is the more traditional and family-focused event, Jollywood Nights offers a completely different holiday experience. With its emphasis on stylish décor, nostalgic music, and more adult-oriented entertainment, it feels a little more sophisticated. If you’re looking for an alternative to the classic Christmas party, this event brings a fresh twist to your holiday vacation.
More Merry to Come: Food, Merch, and Entertainment
No Disney celebration is complete without delicious themed snacks, and Jollywood Nights is no exception. Throughout the park, you’ll find a tempting selection of holiday treats and beverages created just for this event.
More details, including the full list of food and beverages, event merchandise, and more, will be released at a later date.
Disney Jollywood Nights 2025 Frequently Asked Questions
What days are Jollywood nights?
Jollywood Nights takes place on select nights throughout November and December, including dates such as November 8, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, and December 1, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20 and 21 in 2025.
How much do Jollywood nights cost?
Tickets for Jollywood Nights in 2025 range from $159 to $199 per ticket, plus tax, depending on the date, with higher prices during peak holiday weeks.
Is Jollywood Nights a separate ticket?
Yes, Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed after-hours event and is not included with regular park admission.
Is Jollywood Nights worth the money?
If you enjoy exclusive entertainment, shorter ride wait times, themed photo ops, and festive holiday vibes, many guests find Jollywood Nights well worth the price.
Does Jollywood Nights include food?
While admission does not include food, Jollywood Nights offers a variety of exclusive holiday-themed snacks and beverages available for purchase throughout the park.
Are all rides open during Jollywood Nights?
Not all attractions are open, but popular rides like Tower of Terror, Slinky Dog Dash, and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway typically operate during the event.
Can you see Fantasmic on Jollywood nights?
Fantasmic is not performed during Jollywood Nights, as the event focuses on its own unique entertainment offerings and stage shows.
For more information, be sure to check out DisneyWorld.com/Holidays
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