‘Twas the night before Walt Disney World unveils its 2026 holiday season plans…
As part of Disney’s “Halfway to the Holidays” celebration, the company has confirmed that details about this year’s holiday offerings will be announced on Wednesday, June 24. Disney has been sharing festive teaser images across social media, dropping hints about what guests can expect this holiday season.
Jollywood Nights Teased
The latest teaser features a fireplace mantle lined with stockings, and includes the message:
“The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, just tap on each one… there’s a clue hiding there! A sprinkle of magic, a festive preview, with secrets revealed on June 24 for you.”
One of the clues points directly to Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. A stocking labeled “Kermie” contains a film reel along with Ollie the Gingerbread Man, and a Hollywood Tower Hotel gift tag — all associated with the after-hours holiday event.
Since debuting in 2023, Jollywood Nights has continued to evolve and attract larger crowds each year. The event features specialty entertainment, character appearances, themed food and beverages, and exclusive holiday experiences throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios. While Disney has not yet announced event dates or ticket prices for 2026, those details are expected as part of Wednesday’s reveal.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Also Teased
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is also expected to be included in the June 24 announcement. Another stocking was just added to the mantle for “Mickey”, with a reindeer alongside a red and green-striped Space Mountain.
The separately ticketed event is a holiday tradition for many, and typically includes Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, holiday fireworks, special character meet-and-greets, attraction overlays, and complimentary cookies and hot cocoa at select locations throughout the park.
EPCOT International Festival of Holidays Also Teased
The most recent stocking added is for the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of Holidays, with a stocking for “Figment”, filled with a dreidel and international passport.
The annual festival celebrates holiday traditions from around the world through festive food booths, holiday storytellers throughout World Showcase, the popular Candlelight Processional, and seasonal entertainment.
The fourth stocking hook leaves room for WDW’s fourth park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom…
Disney has not officially confirmed dates or tickets yet, but the clues shared so far suggest Walt Disney World’s signature Christmas events will all be back this year. With the full announcement arriving June 24, we won’t have to wait much longer!
