Theme Park Scope

Well, that didn’t take long. Opening night of Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has officially sold out, and we’re still almost four weeks away from the party.

Saturday, Nov. 7 is gone, and that could mean the rest of the dates will start to go fast!

If you’ve been reading Theme Park Scope for a while, you already know this party has a bit of a reputation. Last year opening night sold out earlier than it did the year before, and in 2024, it hung around until the day before the event. This year it’s earlier still, which tells me this party has become a must-do for a lot of Disney fans. (Also, it tells me that I should really stop waiting until the last minute to buy things. I never learn.)

Okay, let’s get into the details. Jollywood Nights runs on 15 select nights, from Nov. 7 through Jan. 5, 2027, and this is the first year the party stretches into January. Guests can check in starting at 5:30 PM, and the party itself runs from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM. That’s a long, late, very festive night, and I mean that in the best way.

So what’s still available? As of Oct. 11, the remaining dates include Nov. 14, 16, 21, 23, and 28, then Dec. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, and 23, and finally Jan. 3 and 5. Tickets for those nights run from $169 to $199 per person plus tax, depending on the date. Monday, Nov. 16 is the cheapest at $169, while the priciest nights fall on peak dates in late November and December. Opening night was $179, for what it’s worth, so you can see what you missed.

Kids ages 3 to 9 get $10 off, Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members save $10 per ticket, and children under 3 are free. Tickets are limited each night, and they’re only valid for the date and hours you buy, so double-check your dates before you click anything. They’re also nonrefundable and nontransferable, which is a pretty big deal when you’re planning a trip around a ticketed event.

Here’s what your ticket gets you: holiday entertainment, lower-wait access to a selection of attractions, character meet-and-greets, and complimentary Disney PhotoPass downloads from the evening. Food and drinks are sold separately, and if you want Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby, you’ll need a reservation.

There’s some new stuff too, which is half the fun. A new Checkin’ It Twice Lounge opens in Animation Courtyard with specialty drinks, a live DJ, and entertainment. George Sanderson and Needleman from Monsters, Inc. will meet guests in Pixar Plaza, right next to Mike Wazowski. Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Genie are joining the Glisten! skating show, and there’s a Gertie the dinosaur Loungefly bag. Returning favorites include “Disney Holidays in Hollywood” with Kermit and Miss Piggy, and “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!”

This also isn’t the only holiday party getting snapped up. If you read our recent post about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you know five of its 25 nights have already sold out. So the pattern seems pretty clear. Disney’s holiday events are going quickly this year, and I wouldn’t count on the popular dates sticking around.

I’m not surprised, honestly. Jollywood Nights hits the sweet spot for a lot of people. It’s smaller and more intimate than a big Magic Kingdom party; it’s got a fun, slightly quirky personality, and the later hours mean you get to see Hollywood Studios glowing at night. Opening night has its own special pull, too. Everything is fresh, the decorations are at their best, and there’s that “we were here first” feeling.

If I were planning a trip around this party, I’d stop deliberating and pick a date. Sorry, but that’s my honest advice. Several December dates sold out well in advance last year, and the popular Saturdays are usually the first to go. If you’re flexible, a weeknight like Monday can be a great deal, and the lower price is a nice bonus.

Since this is a ticketed event, it’s also a great time to bring in a travel agent. Our trusted travel partners through Adventure Awaits Travel Company can help with trip planning at no cost to you. It saves you time juggling party dates, park days, and dining, and they’re happy to help you find the best value for your trip. Reach out any time.

Are you heading to Jollywood Nights this year, or did opening night get away from you? Tell me which date you’re eyeing, and keep checking back with Theme Park Scope, because I’ll let you know as soon as more dates sell out.