The Magic Kingdom isn’t the only Disney World theme park to host a holiday party! Returning to Hollywood Studios in 2024 is Jollywood Nights, a hard ticketed event that brings the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the holiday season with live bands, shows, characters, lower waits for attractions, and cocktails and treats.
Tickets are already on sale and cost $159 to $179 plus tax per person, depending on the event date. Annual passholders and eligible DVC members can get a discount of $10 per ticket. Party dates include:
November: 9, 13, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
December: 2, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21
What to See
Disney Holidays in Hollywood (Photo Credit: WDW News Today)
Disney Holidays in Hollywood
Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Tiana, Belle, Minnie Mouse, and Mickey Mouse at Theater of the Stars for a stage show complete with singers, dancers, and jazz musicians. Tiana will even perform an original song.
What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
Sing along with Jack Skellington to songs from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmasat the Hyperion Theater.
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!
Catch this nighttime spectacular at the Chinese Theater. The show features holiday scenes from Disney movies through projections, fireworks, lights, lasers, and music.
Glisten! (New in 2024)
Catch international champion figure skaters as they perform to a holiday soundtrack that includes original songs and Disney classics. Performances take place on Hollywood Boulevard.
What to Do
Mickey and friends in their Jollywood Nights outfits (Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog)
Attractions with Lower Wait Times
Some highlights of the available attractions include:
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Slinky Dog Dash
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Character Meet and Greets
Take photos with rare Disney Channel favorites like Powerline Max, Rescue Rangers Chip ‘n’ Dale, Baloo, King Louie, Phineas, and Ferb at Echo Lake. At Red Carpet Dreams on Commissary Lane, you can meet Mickey and Minnie. Their pals Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto can be found at Pixar Plaza. In Pixar Place, join Joy, Edna Mode, Frozone, and other Pixar pals for a dance party. Over at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, you can spot the Mandalorian.
There are also rare characters like Santa Duffy at Santa’s Workshop at Grand Avenue, and Santa Stitch at Celebrity Spotlight at Echo Lake.
Holiday Fiesta en La Calle
Visit Animation Courtyard from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM for a lively holiday street fair with Latin holiday music, treats, and drinks. Keep an eye out for José Carioca and Panchito from The Three Caballeros!
Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club
Swing by the courtyard of The Hollywood Tower Hotel to enjoy cocktails and holiday music performed by a live band. Capacity is limited at this soirée. Sets begin at 7:30 PM, 8:10 PM, 8:50PM, 9:30 PM, 10:30 PM, 11:10 PM, and 11:50 PM.
Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby
During the party, The Hollywood Brown Derby becomes a jazz lounge and offers craft cocktails and light bites. Capacity is limited at this experience. See the helpful tips at the end of this blog for info on how to get seated.
What to Eat
Holiday Turkey Popover, ‘Just the Sides’ Popover, PB&J Doughnut, Kermit’s Frozen Banana Shake at Fairfax Fare (Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog)
ABC Commissary
Cauliflower Taco: Chili pepper-lime dusted fried cauliflower on top of a corn tortilla with diced onions, cilantro, and a chipotle cashew “cream” (Plant-based)
Chicken Empanadas with Street Corn: Chicken empanadas served with a side of street corn salad topped with chili peppers, lime, and cotija cheese
Yuca con Chicharrón: Fried pork belly, yuca, red pickled onions, and chili pepper-lime seasoning with a yellow pepper aïoli
Birria Taco: Shredded short rib and Monterey jack served with beef consommé for dipping
Taco ’bout a Holiday Cookie!: Cranberry cheesecake-filled chocolate cookies in cranberry-white chocolate topped with pistachio whipped cream, gold crispy pearls, chocolate holly leaf décor, and holiday sprinkles
Mexican Hot Cocoa Cheesecake: Holiday chocolate cookie streusel, whipped cinnamon-chocolate cheesecake, and spiced whipped cream topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a Wondermade Churro Marshmallow
Mango Chamoyada: Frozen mango beverage with mango-chili pepper-lime sauce and chili-lime seasoning (Non-alcoholic)
Mango Chamoyada with tequila
Coquito: Coconut cream, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, Bacardí Rum, and Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum topped with cinnamon
Oaxaca Old Fashioned: Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila, Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, agave nectar, and flavors of chocolate and orange served over ice garnished with an orange
Baseline Taphouse
Macaroni and Cheese Croquette: Fried macaroni and cheese with aïoli dipping sauce
Charcuterie Cup: Toma cheese, blue cheese, chorizo, and salami with a skewer of green olive, cherry tomato, and blistered shishito pepper, cornichon pickles, and toasted focaccia crostini
Beer Margarita: Blend of Patrón Silver Tequila, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, and lime juice topped with Scrimshaw Pilsner over ice
Dockside Diner
Spicy Pimento-Kimchi Dip topped with chives and served with fresh house-made wonton chips
Samosas: Potato and pea stuffed samosas with curried chickpeas, herb “cream,” and tomato-pomegranate chutney (Plant-based)
Poutine Potato Bites topped with gravy, brisket, mozzarella curds, and chives
Christmas Tree Cookie Stack: Vanilla cookie stack filled with pistachio buttercream, cranberry, and raspberry jam topped with sprinkles and a yellow candy star
Sandy Claws Dark Hot Cocoa: Dark chocolate hot cocoa topped with cherry whipped cream (Non-alcoholic)
Naughty or Nice: Crown Royal Whisky and ginger mixed with orange, cranberry, and grapefruit juices topped with fresh cranberries
Epic Eats
Spicy Korean Chicken Funnel Cake: Spicy fried Korean chicken with pickled slaw served on a mini funnel cake
S’mores Funnel Cake: Giant roasted marshmallow with chocolate and marshmallow sauce, topped with chocolate curls and cinnamon toast cereal served on a mini funnel cake
Holiday Turkey Popover: Roasted turkey and creamy mashed potatoes topped with gravy, cranberry chutney, and chives in a house-made popover
‘Just the Sides’ Popover: Macaroni & cheese and savory collard greens topped with cornbread crumbs in a house-made popover
PB&J Doughnut: Half-glazed doughnut with creamy peanut butter and grape jelly dipped in dark chocolate and served with house-made salt and vinegar chips
Kermit’s Frozen Banana Bliss: Frozen banana and white chocolate with caramel swirls topped with matcha whipped cream and sprinkles (Non-alcoholic)
Mistletoe Martini: Tito’s Handmade Vodka and St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur mixed with cranberry juice and topped with fresh cranberries and mint leaves
Ice Cold Hydraulics
Duffy Brownie: Coca-Cola fudge-filled cherry-white chocolate chip brownie covered in Coca-Cola buttercream and a caramel chocolate Duffy paw
Dark and Snowy: Frozen blend of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey and Coca-Cola topped with sweetened coconut cream and cinnamon
Market
Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls: Fried spring rolls served with a house-made jalapeño-ranch dipping sauce and fried rice noodles
Caramel-Apple Cider: Werther’s Original Caramel, apple cider, cinnamon, and Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine garnished with a sugar toile served warm (Non-alcoholic version available)
In Holiday Fashion: Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, rosemary syrup, cranberry and lime juices, and cinnamon
PizzeRizzo
Italian Beef Sandwich: Sliced beef sweet and spicy pepper and Barilla Sweet & Spicy Pepper Pesto served with a side of au jus dipping sauce
Meatball and Polenta: Giant meatball with marinara and creamy cheese polenta
Antipasto Flatbread: Antipasto spread of meats, olives, peppers, onions, Barilla Creamy Genovese Pesto, and mozzarella
Caramel-Mocha Napoleon: Layers of puff pastry and caramel mascarpone cream with a whipped coffee crémeux, salted caramel crisp pearls, chocolate curl, and sprinkles
Cranberry Fizz: Cranberry juice, Sprite, wild cherry syrup, and house-made rosemary simple syrup with a lime (Non-alcoholic)
Snowppino: Lemon sorbet, prosecco, grappa, and rosemary
Holiday Cheer: Aperol Apéritif, vodka, Sprite, wild cherry syrup, and house-made rosemary simple syrup with an orange slice and rosemary sprig
The Tip Top Club at the Hollywood Tower Hotel
1939 Royale: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, desert pear, agave nectar, and lime juice topped with Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut
Top Floor Daiquiri: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, ube, lime juice, and a splash of shimmer
Sparkling Pomegranate-Apple Cider: Pomegranate-green tea topped with sparkling apple cider and pomegranate seeds (Non-alcoholic)
Sparkling Apple Cider (Non-alcoholic)
Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut
Amore di Amanti Prosecco
Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby
Chorizo Arancini with parmesan dust and salmorejo tomato sauce
Hamachi Crudo with caper aïoli, Dijon-avocado mousse, and citrus-champagne vinaigrette
Jazzy Holiday Slider: Bison and pork, onion jam, dulce gorgonzola, arugula, and a brioche roll
Charcuterie: House-made cured meats and accompaniments, blue cheese mousse, and toasted sourdough
Shrimp Cocktail with house-made cocktail sauce and spicy avocado spread
Sticky Chicken Wings with sweet-and-spicy soy
Pork Belly Bao: Korean BBQ, cucumber slaw, and soy vinaigrette
Tofu Bao: Seared tofu, cucumber slaw, and soy vinaigrette
Holiday Mickey Hot Cocoa: House-made hot cocoa topped with whipped cream, caramel-chocolate brownie Mickey ears, and holiday sprinkles (Non-alcoholic)
The Sleigh Bell: Ginger beer, rosemary syrup, pomegranate, cranberry, and lime juice (Non-alcoholic)
Old Fashioned: Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth, and Maraschino Cherries
Sidecar: Courvoisier VS Cognac, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, and sweet-and-sour
Pomegranate Whiskey Sour: Crown Royal Blended Canadian Whisky, pomegranate juice, and sweet-and-sour
Hollywood Lights: Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, pineapple, and cranberry
Vodka Martini: Grey Goose Vodka and Dry Vermouth
Spiced Pear Martini: Grey Goose Vodka, spiced pear syrup, and lemon juice
Peppermint Schnapps Sipping Chocolate: Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Peppermint Schnapps
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company
Tinseltown Tini: Toast to holiday cheer with our cold brew coffee topped with Kahlúa Liqueur, Grey Goose Vodka, a hint of cream, creamy vanilla cold foam, and a dash of cocoa
Round ‘Em Up Latte: A merry blend of espresso, cookie butter syrup, dulce de leche sauce, and milk adorned with fluffy whipped cream, playful animal crackers, and festive sprinkles; available hot or iced (Non-alcoholic) (Available hot or iced; option to add spirits)
Various Lounges and Outdoor Vending Locations
Christmas Gertie Cookie: Gertie sugar cookie with a Santa hat
Gingerbread Bites (Plant-based)
Zero-Proof Gingerbread Spritzer: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Non-Alcoholic Spirit, gingerbread syrup, and club soda garnished with a gingerbread bite
Sugar Cookie Martini: Stoli Vanilla Vodka, Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur, and Disaronno Originale Liqueur mixed with milk and sugar and topped with holiday sprinkles
Snack Cart across from Beverly Sunset Boutique (Annual Passholder Exclusive)
Frozen Espresso Martini: Frozen Joffrey’s Coffee Cold Brew, Minute Maid Vanilla Smoothie, SelvaRey Chocolate Rum, and Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur with chocolate sauce and topped with chocolate curls (Also available as non-alcoholic cold brew)
Schedule of Events
What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along (Photo Credit: WDW News Today)
6:00 PM – Early entry into Hollywood Studios with a Jollywood Nights ticket
7:30 PM – Official Start of Jollywood Nights
7:30 PM – What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
8:15 PM – Disney Holidays in Hollywood
8:15 PM – Glisten!
8:30 PM – What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
9:15 PM – Disney Holidays in Hollywood
9:15 PM – Glisten!
9:30 PM – What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
10:00 PM – Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!
10:30 PM – Glisten!
11:15 PM – Disney Holidays in Hollywood
11:15 PM – Glisten!
11:30 PM – What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
12:15 AM – Disney Holidays in Hollywood
12:15 AM – Glisten!
12:30 AM – What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along
The party takes place from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM, but guests can enter Hollywood Studios as early as 6:00 PM with their party ticket. This means that you can also catch Fantasmic!, which takes place at 6:30 PM on party nights!
Reservations are strongly recommended for Jazzy Holidays at The Brown Derby. Check availability here.
If you want to ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance during Jollywood Nights, a standby line is offered this year.
Lines for food, photos, and shows can get long, so prioritize what you’d like to do. It’s very hard to get to everything!
Most people want to see the shows and try experiences that are party-specific. Because of this, ride wait times are low.
There are plenty of photo ops, so guests are encouraged to dress up in their holiday best!
Downloads of your PhotoPass photos and videos from Jollywood Nights are included with the price of your ticket, so be sure to stop for photos throughout the night! In addition to photos with the characters, there are special lenses and holiday-themed Magic Shots that will add special effects to your photos. Don’t forget to stop by Stage 1 on Grand Avenue for some specialty image captures where you go behind the scenes of The Muppet Christmas Carol! Your photos will be available for download up to 45 days after the event.
As you exit the event, be sure to pick up your Wondermade treat that’s included with your ticket.
Start planning your holiday getaway to experience Disney’s Jollywood Nights! Check the DVC Rental Store’s confirmed reservations.
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>120 Days
100% of funds paid
120-61 Days
75% of total reservation price*
60-16 Days
50% of total reservation price
15-4 Days
25% of total reservation price
<4 Days
0%
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