Jollywood Nights 2026: Dress Code, Dates & What Kids Should Wear
Disney Jollywood Nights is Hollywood Studios' after-hours holiday party, with an old-Hollywood feel, live music, dance parties, holiday shows and characters. It's one of the dressiest nights on the Disney World calendar. Here's what to know for 2026 and how to dress the kids for it.
Dressing Up for Jollywood Nights?
A first look at the Christmas dresses families are wearing to the party
When Is Jollywood Nights 2026?
Jollywood Nights runs for 15 nights from November 7, 2026, through January 5, 2027:
- November: 7, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
- December: 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23
- January: 3, 5
The party runs from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM, and ticketholders can enter from 5:30 PM. Tickets are about $169 to $199 depending on the night, children 3 to 9 pay $10 less, and no separate park ticket is needed.
What's Included?
- Holiday shows, including a new ice skating show, a villains show and holiday sing-alongs.
- Dance parties, from a jazz soirée at the Tip Top Club to a street fiesta and a disco.
- More than 20 character experiences, including Mickey and Minnie.
- After-hours rides on popular attractions.
- Drinks and light bites, plus PhotoPass downloads.
The Look Families Ask Us About Most
The Embroidered Pink Nutcracker
Jollywood Nights Dress Code: What Do You Wear?
The mood is old Hollywood glamour. Many guests dress up with sequins, velvet, vintage-inspired looks and festive holiday outfits. Children can wear princess gowns and character dresses, as they can any day in the parks. As a ticketed special event, the party allows more dress-up than a regular park day, but guests 14 and older should follow Disney's guidelines: no masks, nothing dragging on the ground and capes no longer than the waist. Check Disney's party page for the latest rules.
Tips for Jollywood Nights With Kids
- Plan a nap. The party runs past midnight.
- Bring a light layer. Florida evenings in November and December can be cool.
- Choose soft, lined fabrics for a long night of shows and dancing.
- Wear polished but comfortable shoes. There's a lot of walking between parties.
- Take photos early, while everyone is fresh.
The Atelier Edit
10 Christmas Looks for a Hollywood Holiday Night
Nutcracker gowns, gingerbread, Santa and holly, plus tailored Christmas suits for the boys, each handmade to measure in our Miami atelier.
No. 01
Holiday Red: Made for Dancing
Between the jazz soirée, the street fiesta and the disco party, there is plenty of dancing. A red Nutcracker dress with gold trim is festive, structured and moves beautifully.
She'll wear it again on Christmas Day.
No. 02
The Embroidered Nutcracker Princess
A pink princess dress with Nutcracker soldiers embroidered on the skirt and bodice. The embroidery tells the story up close, and the soft pink stands out against every red and green backdrop on Hollywood Boulevard.
The look families ask us about most this season.
No. 03
Gingerbread on the Boulevard
Cinnamon tones and sugar-icing trim make this the most playful Christmas look of the night, and it photographs beautifully under the holiday lights.
Fancy enough for the party, fun enough for a five-hour night.
No. 04
Baby's First Jollywood: The Santa Baby Dress
For the youngest guests, a Santa dress made for a baby girl's first Christmas. Soft, lined and light enough for the stroller.
The first Christmas photo she will have forever.
No. 05
Classic Christmas: Red & Green Holly
Holly-red and evergreen, like a Christmas card from a classic film. A timeless choice for the family photo in front of the tree.
It's the dress she'll wear to every Christmas party this year.
No. 06
Holiday Glamour: The Clara Ball Gown & Cape
Jollywood Nights is one of the dressiest nights of the year. A Christmas ball gown with a matching cape, inspired by Clara from The Nutcracker, looks like it stepped out of a classic holiday film.
The cape keeps her warm when the night cools down.
No. 07
The Ice Show: Pink & Gold Ballerina
Jollywood Nights adds a new ice skating show this year. A pink and gold Nutcracker ballet dress with a full tutu skirt feels like part of the performance.
Light enough for a long night of shows and dancing.
No. 08
For Boys: The Holiday Toy Soldier
For a boy who wants a festive twist on a suit, our toy soldier look has military-inspired trim and gold buttons.
Smart for the party, fun for the photos.
No. 09
For Boys: The Mouse King Holiday Suit
A tailored Christmas suit that is playful and elegant at the same time, with Nutcracker character in every detail.
Perfect next to a sister in a Nutcracker gown.
No. 10
Mommy & Me: A Christmas Night on the Town
Jollywood Nights is one of the few Disney evenings that feels like a real night out. Matching Clara Nutcracker gowns for mother and daughter make it a date to remember.
Cut from the same fabric, sized for each of you.
Rather Be a Princess?
Storybook Gowns for the Party
Questions Parents Ask About Jollywood Nights
- Is Jollywood Nights good for kids? Yes, with planning. There are characters, shows and rides, but it runs late, so a nap helps.
- How much are Jollywood Nights tickets for kids? Children 3 to 9 pay $10 less than the adult price, which runs about $169 to $199.
- Do people dress up for Jollywood Nights? Yes. Many guests come in their holiday best, from sparkly cocktail dresses and ball gowns to suits and vintage Old Hollywood looks, while others wear festive sweaters or regular park clothes. Kids in gowns and suits fit right in.
- How strict is Disney's dress code at Jollywood Nights? Not strict. There is no formal dress code, only Walt Disney World's standard attire and costume guidelines, so comfortable shoes and a light layer for the cooler evenings are the main things to plan for.
- Is there a dress code for Jollywood Nights? There is no formal dress code, but the old-Hollywood theme makes it one of the dressiest nights of the year. Guests 14 and older should follow Disney's costume guidelines.
- Can kids wear princess dresses to Jollywood Nights? Yes. Children's character gowns are welcome.
- Is Jollywood Nights the same as Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party? No. Jollywood Nights is at Hollywood Studios with an old-Hollywood theme, while the Christmas party is at Magic Kingdom.
- When should I order a custom outfit? As soon as you have your tickets. Message us your party date and we'll plan around it.
Jollywood Nights 2026
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