2025 After Hours At Disney’s Hollywood Studios Guide For A Magical Night
Experience the magic of After Hours At Disney's Hollywood Studios with exclusive access to attractions and character meet-and-greets!
Suppose you're looking for lower wait times, snacks that are included with your ticket, and unique characters you can't see every day in Disney Parks. In that case, you definitely want to look into After Hours At Disney's Hollywood Studios events for a truly magical experience!
Your Guide to After Hours At Disney's Hollywood Studios
If your crew loves Toy Story, Star Wars, or classic Disney fun, Hollywood Studios After Hours is a dream come true. You can shrink down to toy-size in Toy Story Land, team up with Chewbacca in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and hop aboard Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway for a fun and colorful ride the whole family will love. And that’s just the beginning!
Character Meet-and-Greets at After Hours
One of the best surprises during After Hours is spotting rare characters around Hollywood Boulevard, Echo Lake, and Grand Avenue. Keep an eye out for favorites like Mickey, Minnie, Jiminy Cricket, and Thumper. In the past, even Duffy has made an appearance!
Attractions Open During After Hours
Here are the rides and attractions typically available (subject to change):
- Tower of Terror
- Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Star Tours
- Rise of the Resistance
- Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
- Alien Swirling Saucers
- Slinky Dog Dash
- Toy Story Mania
With shorter wait times, it's the perfect chance to experience your must-do rides without the stress.
Snacks & Treats Included
While the low wait times are amazing, the included snacks make the night even more magical.
Complimentary snacks include:
- Mickey Ice Cream Bars, Mickey Ice Cream Sandwiches, Strawberry Fruit Bars
- Popcorn
- Bottled drinks (Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and bottled water)
More food options available for purchase at:
- Woody’s Lunchbox
- Milk Stand
- Anaheim Produce
- Select outdoor bars
Oga’s Cantina also offers limited walk-up availability!
2025 After Hours Event Dates
Disney After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios takes place on select nights from January 22 to SeptembDisney After Hours at Hollywood Studios runs select nights from January 22 to September 3, 2025.
2025 Dates:
- January: 22, 29
- February: 12, 19
- March: 5, 26
- April: 1, 30
- May: 14, 28
- June: 4, 11, 25
- July: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- August: 6, 20, 27
- September: 3
The event runs from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM on most nights.
Your event ticket allows you to enter Hollywood Studios as early as 7:00 PM, no park reservation or additional ticket required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is After Hours at Hollywood Studios Worth It?
Honestly, Disney After Hours is totally worth the extra cost—especially at Hollywood Studios. You can get so much done without the crowds or long lines. If you're trying to fit the big rides into a shorter trip, this is hands-down the easiest way to do it.
What's Not Offered During Disney After Hours?
A few things to keep in mind:
There are no stage shows during the event
Most restaurants are closed after regular park hours
Standard daytime character meet-and-greets are not available
Tips to Make the Most of Your After Hours Event
Arrive around 7 p.m. to Maximize Your Time and Budget
To get the most value out of your Disney After Hours ticket at Hollywood Studios, plan to arrive as close to 7:00 p.m. as possible. This gives your family bonus park time before the event officially begins—and it’s a smart way to stretch your ticket’s value.
It’s also a great window to eat dinner, since most restaurants close before the After Hours event begins.
Use Pre-Event Time Wisely
This is also a great time to catch anything that won’t be open later—like shows! If your crew loves nighttime entertainment, try to fit in Fantasmic, Disney Movie Magic, or Wonderful World of Animation before the event begins.
After regular park hours end, there’s usually a brief transition period (about 30 minutes) before the After Hours event starts. During this time, some day guests may still be wrapping up their rides. Lines will start to ease as they leave, and you can show your event wristband to hop on any ride that’s open. Snacks and drinks won’t be available just yet—they typically start around 9:30 p.m.
Pro tip: Open the My Disney Experience app just before the park officially closes to check current wait times. They’ll disappear for a bit during the transition, but most event rides stay open. We headed to Star Tours when it had a 5-minute wait—perfect for squeezing in one more ride before the crowds thinned.
Plan Your Ride Strategy Ahead of Time
Decide if you want to ride everything once or repeat favorites. With fewer crowds and open walkways, it's easy to hit all the highlights—especially if you work your way through the park instead of hopping back and forth. Hollywood Studios isn’t laid out in a circle, so a little strategy helps.
Star Wars fans, take note.
If you’re a Star Wars family, this is your moment! Rise of the Resistance is rarely something you can ride more than once in a day—but tonight, you can.
Look for Special Surprises
Keep your eyes open for rare characters throughout the evening—like Duffy and others who don’t often make an appearance.
Don’t Miss Your Last Treats
Shops and snack carts close when the event wraps up at 12:30 a.m., so be sure to grab any final complimentary snacks and drinks before then. It’s a fun way to end the night—and keep those memories sweet on the way out.
After Hours at Hollywood Studios is a fun and flexible way to pack in the magic without the usual hustle. Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, this special event can help you slow down, skip the lines, and create sweet memories without feeling rushed.
