Disney Unveils New Features for 2026 Jollywood Nights Christmas Party

Walt Disney World has announced exciting new additions for the 2026 Jollywood Nights Christmas Party at Hollywood Studios, including a stylish new lounge, rare character appearances, and exclusive merchandise. The event, which runs from November 7, 2026, to January 5, 2027, marks the first time the party extends into early 2027, offering guests a festive experience even after the holiday season.

The party features five festive hours from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., with tickets priced between $169 and $199 depending on the date. November dates are set for select Saturdays and Mondays, December events occur on select Saturdays, Mondays, and Wednesdays, and January events take place on select Sundays and Tuesdays. Tickets have been on sale since early July, with no dates sold out yet, though opening night is expected to sell out soon.

New attractions for the 2026 party include the Checkin’ It Twice Lounge, a stylish hideaway in the Animation Courtyard, offering specialty beverages, a live DJ, and entertainment. Rare characters like George Sanderson and Needleman from Monsters, Inc. will make their debut, joining returning favorites. The Glisten ice skating show will also feature appearances by Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Genie, adding more Disney magic to the performance.

Exclusive merchandise includes festive items like the Santa Dinosaur Gertie Loungefly bag. Guests can also enjoy after-hours access to popular rides such as Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, and Slinky Dog Dash, with minimal wait times expected.