Disney Jollywood Nights had its debut over the weekend and was a bit of a disaster, meanwhile, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party kicked off without a hitch, so is it just years of experience at Magic Kingdom that make its party better, or is Disney’s Hollywood Studios doomed when it comes to special parties?
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23 Comments
Yes Craig! If they don’t have the budget, just bring it in all day to the park for the sake of all holiday guests and lower the price for ticketed after hours access to the attractions.
Who is running the show at Disney these days?
What happened to the creativity and guest experience???
I seriously hope that Disney tries again because an old Hollywood-type Christmas sounds like so much fun! Big band, fancy clothes, cool cocktails! I hope Disney can do it better next time.
Why did you change the intro to the show again????……. The newer one is horrible!!!!…… But I really love the show and your reviews they were spot on great job all of you !
Is this Josh D'Amaro's doing? If so he needs to be fired!!
Craig, let other people talk! Share the air with the panel
I 💯 agree with Craig and Rino, it was nothing special we wasted money. I see some influences using footage from press junkie and making look less crowded.
This is the first time I’m watching this channel. Great commentary but why make the women interrupt the two guys when they want to get a word in?
First, thanks for the info (and hope to hear more of they update the party experience at DHS – please let us know!) Second, is it just me or is there some weird negative vibe between Rhino, Craig, and Theresa? I thought they were friends 😢
@DisneyParks , please fix this. My hubby lost his battle in Jan and this was his request over a funeral. So me and my 3 adult kids are coming and we not only bought tix to this event but we bought black tie "Disney Bound" outfits. My 30-year-old son has never been to WDW and thinks he is NOT a Disney Park fan. We will be there on Dec 4th. PLEASE FIX THIS DISNEY!
Just watched the Trackers video of the night and they had a great time, but they didn't spend it waiting in long lines since they don't drink and they tend not to wait in long lines for any park vlog. I think it depends on how you spend your night. The food and alcohol and the characters are gonna be the longest lines so expect that to eat up your time. All after hours events have the issue of not being able to do everything, and to expect this would be different is foolish, even if Disney said it.
Not me nearly falling out of my chair when I heard King Richard's Faire. I've never heard of you guys before, this is my first video. I was looking into everyone's Jollywood reaction. I live 30 minutes from King Richard's. It's such a special place in my heart, but it's completely out of control. Most of the people dressed up walking around that aren't customers aren't paid. The faire makes like $400,000 a weekend and they have it set up so people get paid pennies. It may be illegal what they're doing. There's talk of a strike.
Rockin Rollercoaster overlay is a fantastic idea as well as adding other holiday elements to more of the park. I felt bad for all the people who dressed up dapper just to stand in a lines, see two shows then go home hungry and thirsty.
Thanks all for being so honest. I had similar issues. Craig, I saw you from afar and got to meet Kylie and Rory (the true star). He is even more adorable in person. I love that you guys brought him.
We definitely need to hear Theresa and Stella's thoughts of the Jollywood Nights party when they go. I'd be interested in seeing if Disney made any changes from the opening night. Please let us know! Thanks!!!😀
The vlog couple who got the most done started with the singalong show and worked their way forward. The magic shots look fun. Don’t start in line too long for food/drinks or pick one that offers food and drink. Get the Dino cookie. Dress up fun. Go on some rides.
I’m just saying them not decking out that alley queue area right before Rock n’ Roller with Christmas decorations and what not was a HUGE missed opportunity
We’ve been planning to do this next year, so keeping our ears out to see if the parties improve. I hate to judge any experience too harshly based only on the first go-round and am hoping for the best! I think Erica’s idea about the cookie would be helpful; MVMCP and MNSSHP are both so perfect, I know Disney can do it right!
Based on people reporting on this regarding influencers – Disney handlers HELPED them cut people on line for example to do a character meet. It’s not that Influencers would her in trouble with Disney. Disney made it happen to ensure they get the promotion
Don't you get the idea a bunch of suits got together to see how little they could spend, how little they could do, to add a super expensive event. I get the idea they are trying to figure out where "the line" is. Why is this event so expensive? The Merry Christmas party is longer and you get some freebees included and ride overlays. I bought this stupid ticket and I can't get my money back. I'm one of those people who stopped going to Disney the past 3 years because they are run like the rest of corporate America, CEO's Mega paychecks and that is the only priority. While we are going to Orlando Informer we threw in this ticket and it's the ONLY money Disney has gotten from me in 3 years. This is a nail in the coffin, I'm done Disney magic is dead. Here Universal, you take my money!
The brown derby should have had the lights dinned down and served cocktails and small hors d’oeuvres like the Ink and Paint Club with a full band playing Christmas music.
Tip Tip club should have been inside the tower or terror cue or they should have made a makeshift club with an elevator intro that doesn’t plunge to your death..super wasted potential
My wife and I attended Jollywood Nights just last evening. Hollywood Studios is on of our favorite parks for holiday decorations. This party enhanced that holiday experience. We really enjoyed this event.
Our opinion are there have been improvements made. Some things still need improvement.
Tip Top Club was very cool and the band was amazing. The Twilight Daiquiri was like someone injecting pure sugar into your veins. They have moved the bar to a much better spot.
We tried to obtain a drink from the outdoor bar at the Brown Derby and left the line. They should have at least 3-4 bartenders minimum there.
We decided to leave to attend the other events.
I’m Tune Bar and Indiana Jones Bar should be open. There were tons of adults looking for a drink.
All the food vendors were very busy and everyone seemed to enjoy the food.
We did end up having to split up on our own accord for about an hour.
She wanted to see Nightmare Before Christmas and I have been waiting to ride Rise for the first time since it opened four years ago. Every time I’m there it breaks down.
A few more tweaks and this will be a great party.
Horrible experience