Disney World is ushering in the holiday season with a dazzling celebration at Hollywood Studios, as Jollywood Nights returns for 2025. The annual Christmas-themed event will run on select nights from November 8 through December 22, bringing a mix of live shows, street festivals, and more than 80 exclusive festive treats to one of the park’s most glamorous settings.
Guests can expect to experience the park like never before, with entry beginning at 5:30 p.m. – two hours ahead of the official start time – allowing more time to soak in the atmosphere before the lights, music, and magic begin. The event transforms Hollywood Studios into a festive wonderland, complete with shimmering décor, themed performances, and shorter ride wait times, offering the ideal mix of fun and nostalgia.
Shows, Music, and Holiday Magic
Two new stage productions headline this year’s festivities. “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” and “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” make their Jollywood debuts, promising Broadway-level performances with beloved characters. The Holiday Fiesta en la Calle, inspired by Coco, returns in a new location near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, bringing Latin rhythms and color to the holiday celebration.
Guests can also enjoy the crowd-favorite musical, “Disney Holidays in Hollywood,” hosted by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, alongside appearances from Mickey, Minnie, Belle, and Tiana. Meanwhile, “What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along” adds a touch of spooky holiday charm with Jack Skellington leading fans through Halloween Town and Christmas Town.
As Disney puts it, “Walking down Sunset Boulevard during Jollywood Nights feels like stepping into a Christmas movie.” Between the twinkling lights, themed photo ops, and live entertainment, the park offers an immersive dose of festive joy for all ages.
Festive Treats and New Food Experiences
No Disney event would be complete without its signature culinary creativity, and this year’s Jollywood Nights promises a feast for the senses. More than 82 exclusive treats will be available, including 35 brand-new creations served at various themed locations.
Highlights include the Jolly Jam Slider, a burger with bourbon-garlic-bacon jam, and the Hickory Holiday Mac, featuring macaroni and cheese topped with burnt ends and crispy onions. Sweet lovers can indulge in desserts like the Taco ’bout a Holiday Cookie!, a cranberry cheesecake-filled cookie coated in white chocolate, or the Mexican Hot Cocoa Cheesecake, topped with cinnamon-chocolate whipped cream.
Returning favorites like the Christmas Gertie Cookie and Sandy Claws Hot Cocoa will also make a comeback, along with playful pairings such as the Miss Piggy Strawberry Glam and Kermit Mint Whirl ice cream treats.
From the music to the menu, Disney’s Jollywood Nights continues to capture the spirit of the season, turning Hollywood Studios into a glittering holiday escape where magic, nostalgia, and flavor come together under the stars.
