Anyone who follows Disney blogs knows the tale of Jollywood Nights 2023. It is a long and troubled tale, especially if you went to the first couple of parties last year. While we enjoyed Jollywood Nights last year, it was far from perfect. Flash forward to 2024, and I had my doubts that this party would return. Not only did Jollywood Nights return, but it returned with a Jingle BAM! As always you can follow our visual storytelling on our YouTube channel here which will a Jollywood Nights VLOG very soon!
What’s this, you say? Disney took feedback and applied it, and the result was something special for this year’s Jollywood Nights. So grab your favorite holiday beverage and get ready to celebrate the glitz and glamour of Jollywood Nights 2024! Below, we highlight our night and even provide our itinerary to help you plan your Jollywood Night!
First things first, what is Jollywood Nights. It is a separate hard ticket event run at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is the second year they have offered this event. Tickets cost anywhere between $159 to $179 dollars and can be purchased here.
Jollywood Nights Entertainment
Experience an exhilarating journey at Jollywood Nights, where entertainment fills every corner, ensuring there are no dull moments! Revel in sensational Broadway-style productions that often grace the stages of luxurious cruise ships, and don’t miss the enchanting Nightmare Before Christmas sing-along. The sheer variety of performances and countless amount of rare characters will leave you wanting more!
We start with Disney’s Holidays in Hollywood where Miss Piggy and Kermit the frog take center stage and lead us through a really amazing musical number over in the Theater of the Stars. This show is full of great musical numbers and characters and we call it a can’t miss!
Don’t miss the enchanting Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam, which is shown only once nightly at 10 PM, featuring stunning projections and fireworks in front of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railroad! However, our main highlight is anything related to The Nightmare Before Christmas, and we highly recommend joining the sing-along, where you’ll be welcomed by an impressive Jack Skellington puppet!
I can’t emphasize enough how many characters were present at Jollywood Nights, but our top picks were definitely the two Tailspin characters! For a complete look at all the characters we met, don’t forget to check out our VLOG on Jollywood Nights on our YouTube channel! Pixar Disco alone is worth the watch!
Jollywood Nights Food
Jollywood Nights is not only a feast for the eyes but also a culinary delight! Attendees can indulge in a variety of delicious seasonal treats that capture the festive spirit of the season. Here are some highlights that we have tried!
- ABC Commissary:Discover a fiesta of flavor at ABC Commissary—and be sure to try the Mexican Hot Chocolate dessert, seriously OMG it is good.
- PizzeRizzos: Get a taste of Italy at PizzeRizzo, serving an Antipasto Flatbread and other blissful bites.
- Gertie Cookie: The cute Gertie cookie is back and you don’t want to miss it!.
These delectable offerings are some of the offerings that are sure to elevate your experience at Jollywood Nights, making every bite a part of the magical celebration!
Our Itinerary
Below is our timeline for approaching Jollywood Nights. We feel we accomplished a lot so give it a look to help you plan your evening. Remember Jingle Bell Jingle Bam only shows once so plan accordingly.
- 6:00 PM — Early Entry: this gives you 90 minutes to grab some food. ABC Commissary starts serving food around 6:30
- 7:30 PM — Party Starts walk around and check out character lines. Ride attractions during this time before shows start
- 9:15 PM — Muppets Holidays in Hollywood (30min)
- 10:00 PM — Jingle Bell Jingle Bam Fireworks (14min)
- 10:30 PM — Glisten Skating Spectacular (15min) *
- 1 hr Roam Around until Twilight Soiree at Tower of Terror (11:50)
- Food PizzeRizzo —
- Characters Low Wait — As the night goes on the character lines drop
- Pixar Disco (all night) —
- Visit Batuu — The Mandalorian is greeting with Grogu
- Purchase Gertie Cookie
- 11:50 PM — Tip Tip Club Twilight Soiree
- 12:30 AM — What’s This Sing-Along (30min)
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Our experience at Jollywood Nights 2024 was nothing short of magical! This year’s event truly showcased Disney’s commitment to listening to guest feedback, transforming the previous year’s challenges into an unforgettable celebration filled with glitz and glamour. From captivating performances like Disney’s Holidays in Hollywood to the enchanting Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along, every aspect of the night was carefully curated to create a festive atmosphere.
The delightful culinary offerings, such as the unique taco-inspired cookies at ABC Commissary and the charming Gertie Cookie, added a delicious twist to our adventure. We appreciated the incredible array of characters, especially the nostalgic appearances from Tailspin that made our meet-and-greet moments even more memorable.
Our carefully planned itinerary allowed us to soak in all the excitement without missing a beat, culminated by the breathtaking Jingle Bell Jingle Bam fireworks. We left with unforgettable memories, eagerly anticipating what Disney has in store for us next year. If you haven’t experienced Jollywood Nights yet, make sure to add it to your holiday plans—it’s an enchanting night that truly brings the spirit of the season to life!
Very informative. Looks like fun.