Full Guide to Disney Jollywood Nights at Walt Disney World

The holiday season is right around the corner. Yes, I’m writing this in the middle of October, we just put up our Halloween lights, but we have to talk about the big red and green elephant in the room. For Disney World fans, November signals the return of beloved annual parties and events, like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Earlier this year, Disney World shared that a brand-new after-hours event would be joining this holiday season’s lineup: Disney Jollywood Nights.

Billed as a “nighttime soirée,” Disney Jollywood Nights will be a hard-ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios after regular park hours on select evenings. Think all things jazz, tinsel, festive food and drinks, and dancing. It’s like if Disney were to roll out a red carpet for the holidays. Even in its own words, Disney describes the event as “brimming with red-carpet moments, Hollywood vibes, glimmering décor and fantastic photo ops.” Guests are even “encouraged to don your holiday best!”

So it’s like a glitz-and-glam-themed Christmas gala. Or a swanky, jazzy, silver-and-gold-laden party. It’s giving me Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby, if it took place over the holidays and had less to do with the American Dream and more to do with theme park food and the Muppets.

If you are debating whether or not to buy tickets to Jollywood Nights, or you already have tickets and are wondering what’s in store, I’ve compiled everything we know so far about the event. This way, you can begin to map out your evening (it’s only four hours, and it looks like Disney’s really packing a lot into that time frame!).

The Basics: Who, What, Where, When, and How Much

Disney Jollywood Nights is a brand-new after-hours holiday party that will take place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It will occur across ten select nights from November 11 through December 20. The full list of dates is as follows:

Saturday, November 11
Saturday, November 18
Monday, November 20
Monday, November 27
Wednesday, November 29
Monday, December 4
Wednesday, December 6
Saturday, December 16
Monday, December 18
Wednesday, December 20

The event will last from 8:30 PM until 12:30 AM. Ticket holders can enter Hollywood Studios as early as 7:00 PM on the night of their event. Once the party begins, attendees have access to virtually all of Hollywood Studios, including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which won’t have any party-specific offerings but will remain open. (NOTE: A virtual queue will be in place for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance during Disney Jollywood Nights)

Tickets to Jollywood Nights are available for purchase on Disney World’s website. Prices range from $159 to $179 per person, depending on the night you attend. Note that there is no difference in price between adults and children ages 3-9. A $10 discount is available for Annual Passholders.

Click here to read about the latest ticket and Annual Passholder price increases at Disney World and Disneyland Resort.

Entertainment

If an event like the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays is known for its food, then Disney Jollywood Nights could go down as being known for its entertainment. We haven’t even reached the first night yet, and it’s clear that this event is being branded as a park-wide soirée filled to the brim with jazz and Latin music, dancing, DJs, and more.

Event-Exclusive Shows

Exclusive entertainment will include a new “musical variety show” called “Disney Holidays in Hollywood” at Theater of the Stars, featuring – are you sitting down? – Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy. Yes, two years following Merriest Nites at Disneyland Resort, the Muppets are once again taking part in a Disney theme park holiday event. The show will also include appearances from Disney Princesses, including Princess Tiana, who has a brand-new original song in the show.

Over at the Hyperion Theater, attendees can participate in a sing-along inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas! called “What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along.”

The evening wrap up with the return of Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! – “a seasonal nighttime spectacular that’s jam-packed with music, special effects and dazzling state-of-the-art projections.”

Themed Entertainment

Aside from live shows and nighttime spectaculars, Jollywood Nights will host a series of themed entertainment areas including live music, dance parties, and more:

Enjoy a mix of holiday tunes spun by a DJ along Hollywood Boulevard as you enter the park – a great way to set the mood!
At Echo Lake, take in a “throwback bash” filled with nostalgia, including appearances from Powerline Max (I have a feeling “I 2 I” will be a part of the musical lineup) as well as Phineas and Ferb.
Commissary Lane will be home to Holiday Fiesta en la Calle. This lively street party will be filled with Latin holiday music along with food and drinks inspired by Latin holiday traditions (keep reading to find out exactly what those food and drink items will be).

On top of all of that, there are two limited-capacity happenings at Jollywood Night that we have to talk about. The first is Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club — yes, that Tip Top Club. If this is the first you’re heading of it, the Tip Top Club is a famed spot in the lore of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. This club will come alive in the courtyard of The Hollywood Tower Hotel and will feature craft cocktails and a live band.

The second is Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby. The Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant will be transformed into a jazz club, a place to grab a bite to eat while enjoying “holiday tunes amidst sparkling décor.” This “sophisticated setting” will include ” holiday music, craft cocktails and an exclusive menu of light bites.” NOTE: Mobile Walk-Up List will be used for Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby during Jollywood Nights.

Click here to read more about what’s coming to Walt Disney World this November.

Everything Food and Drinks

Like most seasonal events, Disney has released a full foodie guide to Jollywood Nights. There are a ton of party-exclusive items to choose from – in fact, you’ll be hard-pressed to enjoy everything, so go through this list and pick your top choices to try in between dance parties and shows.

Holiday Fiesta en la Calle at ABC Commissary (Commissary Lane)

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
Mushroom Taco: Chili-roasted Mixed mushrooms, avocado crema, baby gem lettuce, and garnished with sliced radish (Plant-based Item)
Birria Taco: Shredded short rib and Monterey jack served with beef consommé for dipping
Tembleque: Coconut rice pudding with caramel rum sauce and cinnamon
Mexican Hot Cocoa Cheesecake: Spiced chocolate cheesecake on a chocolate cookie base topped with vanilla whipped cream and cocoa powder with a chocolate handle
Mangonada: Frozen mango beverage with mango-chili pepper-lime sauce and chili pepper-lime seasoning on top (Non-alcoholic)
Zero-Proof Piña Colada: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, coconut, pineapple, and lime
Oaxaca Old Fashioned: Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila, Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, agave nectar, Mexican chocolate, and orange bitters served over ice garnished with an orange

Baseline Taphouse (Grand Avenue)

Tuna Ceviche: Marinated ahi tuna, pico de gallo, and avocado cream topped with cilantro
Charcuterie Cup: Manchego, chorizo, serrano ham, pickled vegetables, olives, and toasted focaccia bread
Beer Margarita: Blend of Patrón Silver Tequila, Cointreau Liqueur, and lime juice topped with Scrimshaw Pilsner over Ice

Dockside Diner (Echo Lake)

Spicy Pimento-Kimchi Dip topped with chives and served with fresh house-made wonton chips
Roasted Eggplant Dip topped with chives and served with warm pita bread (Plant-based Item)
Poutine Tots: Potato barrels 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 Hot Cocoa: “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”-inspired 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 (Echo Lake)

Spicy Korean Chicken Funnel Cake: Spicy fried Korean chicken with pickled vegetables served on a mini funnel cake
Brisket Reuben Funnel Cake: Beef brisket and sauerkraut slaw topped with thousand island dressing served on a mini funnel cake
S’mores Funnel Cake: Giant roasted marshmallow with chocolate and marshmallow sauce, topped with chocolate curls and cinnamon cereal served on a mini funnel cake
Samuel Adams Winter Lager: Spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and orange peel for a deep flavor and malty finish

Fairfax Fare (Sunset Boulevard)

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 with ham topped with cornbread crumbs in a house-made popover
PB&J Doughnut: Glazed doughnut with creamy peanut butter and grape jelly dipped in dark chocolate topped with crushed 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 sprinkle (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

Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction (Echo Lake)

Christmas Gertie Cookie: Sugar cookie with mint icing (Also available with mint soft-serve)

Market (Pixar Plaza)

Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls: Fried spring rolls served with a jalapeño-ranch dipping sauce and fried rice noodles
Frozone’s Snowball Macaroons: Coconut macaroons drizzled with blue vanilla frosting and topped with white snowflake sprinkles
Spiced Apple Cider: Apple cider and cinnamon with an apple chip garnish (Non-alcoholic)
Zero-Proof Apple Cider: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, apple cider, Angostura Bitters, and cinnamon topped with an apple chip and cinnamon rim
In Holiday Fashion: Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, rosemary syrup, cranberry and lime juices, and cinnamon

PizzeRizzo (Grand Avenue)

Meatball and Polenta: Giant meatball with marinara and creamy cheese polenta
Olive and Goat Cheese Flatbread: Olive oil-toasted flatbread, creamy goat cheese, rustic olive and tomato spread, balsamic glaze, and lemon watercress
Antipasto Flatbread: Fresh mozzarella, salami, peperoni, country ham, olives, peppers, onions, pepperoncini, and marinara
Tiramisù Puff: Sweet-and-savory with flavors of espresso, chocolate, and a coffee-infused custard and mascarpone cream
Benvolio Pinot Grigio
Banfi Chianti Superiore
Peroni Nastro Azzuro Lager Draft
Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcoholic Lager

The Trolley Car Café (Hollywood Boulevard)

Ornament Mousse: Dark chocolate-cherry mousse

Twilight Soirée at The Tip-Top Club (Sunset Boulevard)

The 5th Dimension Royale: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Cointreau Liqueur, desert pear, agave nectar, and lime juice topped with Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut and garnished with a dehydrated blood orange wheel
Twilight 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
Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut

Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby (Hollywood Boulevard)

Oyster Rockefeller: Spinach foam, shaved parmesan, rocoto pepper relish, and salmon caviar
Crispy Duck Drumettes: Spicy orange glaze, carrots, and kumquats
Charcuterie: House-made cured meats and accompaniments, blue cheese mousse, and toasted sourdough
Shrimp Cocktail: Classic cocktail sauce, citrus pearls, avocado mousse
Tuna Carpaccio: Mezcal pickled vegetables, salsa macha, and avocado crema
Pork Belly Bao: Korean BBQ, cucumber slaw, and soy vinaigrette
Tofu Bao: Seared tofu, cucumber slaw, and soy vinaigrette
An assortment of classic cocktails, zero-proof and non-alcoholic beverages, wine, and beer

Outdoor Vending Locations

Gingerbread Bites (Plant-based Item)

Bar Locations

Zero-Proof Gingerbread Spritzer: Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit, gingerbread syrup, and club soda garnished with a gingerbread bite
Sugar Cookie Martini: Stoli Vanil Vodka, Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur, and DISARONNO Originale Liqueur mixed with milk and sugar in a sprinkle-rimmed glass with a sugar cookie garnish

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

Tinseltown Tini: Toast to holiday cheer with this cold brew coffee topped with Kahlúa, Grey Goose Vodka, a hint of light cream, and a dash of whipped cream with cocoa (Available at the location near The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror)
Round ‘Em Up Latte: A merry blend of espresso, cookie butter syrup, dulce de leche sauce, and milk topped with fluffy whipped cream, playful animal crackers, and festive sprinkles; available hot or iced (Non-alcoholic Beverage) (Available at the location in Toy Story Land)

The Rest of Hollywood Studios

Aside from the party-exclusive entertainment, food, and drinks, you’ll still have access to much of Disney’s Hollywood Studios to explore. If you have additional time during your vacation to spend in the park, my suggestion would be to focus mainly on the party-exclusive offerings. Still, it could wind up being a great once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to walk onto Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster wearing a swanky evening dress or suit.

Confirmed Rides and Attractions Available During Jollywood Nights

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Slinky Dog Dash
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance (virtual queue only)
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Disney noted that more rides will be available and to check back later for details. I’ll keep you updated with what I hear.

Speaking of Tower of Terror, Disney has shared that Sunset Seasons Greetings will return this year. Check out the Hollywood Tower Hotel as its facade is “magically transformed into an array of holiday scenes as snow falls along Sunset Boulevard.”

Character Meet and Greets

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and friends in event-exclusive outfits “inspired by the party’s vintage vibe, which celebrates the glitz and glam of Hollywood.” (Animation Courtyard)
Powerline Max, Rescue Rangers Chip ‘n’ Dale, and Phineas and Ferb (Echo Lake)
Edna Mode (Pixar Place)

PhotoPass

If you’re into PhotoPass, then you’ll be happy to hear that your ticket to Disney Jollywood Nights comes with the photo service included! Feel free to download all of your photos taken by PhotoPass Cast Members, who will be found throughout the park during the event.

Those PhotoPass Cast Members will also be equipped with special effects and special lenses to add some holiday magic to your photos. Disney PhotoPass Video Memories will also be available during Jollywood Nights. Be on the lookout for a Robotic Arm Magic Shot as well as a Camera Array Magic shot that will give you and your friends a boomerang-style photo shoot.

I don’t know about you, but I am SO CURIOUS to see how Disney Jollywood Nights turns out. I loved attending Merriest Nites at Disneyland back in 2021, so I’m very happy to see yet another new and unique after-hours event arrive for the holiday season. Be sure to follow along for more updates as I hear them, and of course stay tuned for more holiday season planning tips for Walt Disney World.