It’s time to start to make your plans to attend the 2025 Jollywood Nights and we’re offering you a preview of all the glitz and cheer, including merch, experiences and of course, new bites!
What is Jollywood Nights?
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to Jollywood Nights, a separately ticketed event filled with Hollywood glam and festive fun taking place each November and December.
You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a Christmas movie as your stroll down Sunset Boulevard, taking in the holiday feels. Jollywood Nights sparkles with performances, festive decor, specialty food and drinks and exclusive entertainment. You’ll also be met with lower wait times for popular rides.
2025 Jollywood Nights Dates
Jollywood Nights happens on select nights from November 8th to December 22nd. In November dates are set for select Saturdays and Mondays, while December dates fall on Select Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Jollywood Nights Dates:
Nov. 8, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29
Dec. 1, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 22
New in 2025, you can get things started a half-hour earlier with entry available at 5:30 p.m., before the festivities kick off at 7:30 p.m. That gives you up to five hours to party, all the way until 12:30 a.m.
2025 Jollywood Nights Tickets
Jollywood Nights is a limited capacity event, so don’t delay in purchasing your tickets. Prices vary per date. Discounts for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members are available for all event nights. You can purchase tickets online or by calling 407-934-7639.
New at Jollywood Nights in 2025
There are a few new experiences and characters to look forward to in 2025. Here is a sneak peek:
- See Miguel at Holiday Fiesta en la Calle in a new location near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
- Enter the park earlier than ever before, at 5:30 p.m. before Jollywood Nights starts
- Enjoy two new shows at Hollywood Studios, “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” and “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After”
- Snack on the new Backlot Express specialty menu (more details to come soon)
- A new Jollywood Nights merch collection will premiere soon (did someone wish for a spirit jersey?)
Jollywood Nights Shows and Entertainment
A winter wonderland of entertainment at Jollywood Nights will happen throughout the park, with live music and performances everywhere you look.
Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy take center stage at the Theater of the Stars as they host appearances by Disney characters like Mickey, Minnie, Belle and Tiana.
“Disney Holidays in Hollywood” will hit the stage at 8:15 p.m., 9:15 p.m., 11:00 p.m., and 12:00 a.m.
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
Hyperion Theater will be the place to be for a truly unique holiday experience. The story of Halloween Town and Christmas Town comes together with Jack Skellington as “snowflakes” fall in this sing-along filled with festive cheer. Showtimes are at 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 11:30 p.m., and 12:30 a.m. It’s a whimsical way to celebrate the season.
Holiday Vibes All Over Hollywood Studios
Visit Twilight Soiree at the Tip Top Club at Disney’s Hollywood Studios during Jollywood Nights for a glamorous experience in the courtyard of the Hollywood Tower of Terror Hotel. Live holiday music transports guests to a 1930s-style jazz lounge. Show times are 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.
Join a holly jolly dance party on Pixar Plaza featuring Edna Mode, Frozone, Joy, and other Pixar favorites. Come to Pixar Place from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and again between 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. to get your groove on!
“The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” will be open for under-the-sea showings, and you’ll have to vote for your favorite naughty list resident at “Disney’s Villains: Unfairly Ever After.”
Witness the “Glisten!” Skating Show
“Glisten!” is making a return to Jollywood Nights in 2025. This holiday ice show takes place right in front of the Chinese Theater and features world-class skaters on a synthetic rink, skating to classic holiday tunes and original Jollywood songs.
Grab a cozy drink, snuggle up, and enjoy this show that is pure Christmas magic on ice. Showtimes: 8:10 p.m., 9:10 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 11:10 p.m., and 12:00 a.m.
Experience Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby
Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby offers a refined, adult-oriented retreat within the Christmas atmosphere of Jollywood Nights. It’s an ideal choice for guests seeking a blend of culinary delights, live music, and a touch of holiday elegance.
There is limited space at this popular offering, so make your reservations well in advance.
Join in the Holiday Fiesta en la Calle
For 2025, Holiday Fiesta en la Calle moves to the vibrant Coaster Courtyard on Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, offering a lively Latin-inspired holiday street fair. Soak up Latin holiday music performed by spirited musicians while enjoying colorful decorations that bring the fiesta to life.
Meet José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros,” and new this year, Miguel from “Coco” is joining in the fun.
Witness this high-energy nighttime spectacular at Jollywood Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, lighting up the Chinese Theater at 10:00 p.m. with fireworks, lasers, projections, and holiday music.
Character Greetings and Experiences at Jollywood Nights
If it is character interactions that you seek, we have you covered! More than 20 classic and rarely seen characters will be located throughout Hollywood Studios. Here are some spots to find your favorites:
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 (NEW)
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
- The Mandalorian and Grogu
- Chewbacca celebrating Life Day (NEW)
Toy Story Land
- Lotso from Toy Story 3
- Partysaurus Rex (NEW)
Walt Disney Presents
- Duffy dressed as Santa
Commissary Lane
- Donald Duck and Daisy Duck
Grand Avenue
- Goofy and Pluto
- Bing Bong from Inside Out
Red Carpet Dreams
- Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
Rides Open During Jollywood Nights
You’ll also be able to enjoy shorter wait times on some of your favorite attractions. This is just a few of the rides that will be available:
- 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
Available attractions are subject to change. Admission to this event does not guarantee access to any attraction or experience.
2025 Jollywood Nights Merch
Of course, Jollywood Nights would not be complete without exclusive merchandise featuring everyone’s favorite Gingerbread pal Ollie!
From the festively fun Spirit Jersey, to the un-be-wreathable Ollie-themed Loungefly bag and headband, and more merchandise full of style and sparkle, you are sure to leave this event brimming with seasonal cheer!
Ollie Gingerbread Jollywood Nights Loungefly Bag
The ultimate Ollie keepsake might just be the one that keeps all your park goodies. This Ollie Loungefly bag features Ollie’s gingerbread outfit fresh off the cookie sheet, and a zipper pull with his name emblazoned in icing.
Jollywood Nights Ollie Mug
A cup of hot cocoa will help get us all through the rest of winter after a visit to Jollywood Nights. And your sips only get better with this cozy pine green mug featuring a smiling Ollie the gingerbread man.
2025 Jollywood Nights Spirit Jersey
The 2025 Jollywood Nights Spirit Jersey carries the spirit of the music and wonder witnessed at Jollywood Nights with midcentury-style notes, snowflakes, and sparkles swirling around Ollie’s cute face.
The front print reads, “Disney Jollywood Nights 2025” as Ollie blasts a jazz solo on his saxophone. Play it, Ollie!
Jollywood Nights Ollie Ornament
Remember that time we ate Gertie cookies by Echo Lake? Ollie’s friendly wave will take you back to your Jollywood Nights memories every time you decorate the Christmas tree with this cute ornament.
Ollie Ear Headband
Ollie sure makes us grin and giggle, and here he is, featured on this soft, plush headband, sharing holiday happiness.
The Jollywood Nights Ollie merch is only available during Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios. Purchase your tickets early for your date of choice.
Have you ever attended Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?