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Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays Returns for 2026!

Hoop Dee Doo DVC Holiday

The holidays are getting a little more festive for Disney Vacation Club Members! Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays is returning for 2026, bringing a special Member-exclusive holiday experience to Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.

This year’s festivities will take place on Tuesday, December 1, and Tuesday, December 8, 2026, with two performances each evening. Eligible DVC Members can enjoy the beloved Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue, complete with a special Member-exclusive preshow and a commemorative keepsake to remember the occasion.

If you’ve never experienced Hoop Dee Doo, it’s an evening filled with hilarious comedy, live music, audience participation, and one of our favorite family style meals at Walt Disney World!


Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays 2026 Dates and Times

This year’s Member exclusive performances will be held on two dates:

  • Tuesday, December 1, 2026
  • Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Each date will offer two showtimes:

  • 4:00 PM Eastern Time
  • 6:15 PM Eastern Time

Guests should arrive approximately 30 minutes before their reservation time to check in. Doors open and seating begins at the listed times, with the actual performance beginning about 20 minutes later.

All performances take place at Pioneer Hall, located at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.

A Holiday Feast at Hoop Dee Doo

Of course, one of the biggest highlights of Hoop Dee Doo is the food!

Guests attending Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays will enjoy the traditional all you care to enjoy feast served during the Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue.

The menu typically includes favorites such as:

  • Fresh baked cornbread, tossed salad, and creamy coleslaw
  • Fried chicken and smoked BBQ pork ribs
  • Macaroni and cheese and cowboy beans
  • Strawberry shortcake for dessert
  • Soft drinks, along with select beer, wine, and sangria for guests ages 21 and older with valid identification

The combination of comfort food, energetic performances, and the rustic atmosphere of Pioneer Hall makes this one of the most entertaining dining experiences at Walt Disney World.

View the full Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue menu on Disney’s website.

Menu offerings are subject to change. Guests with dietary restrictions should discuss their needs when booking.

Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays 2026 Pricing

Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays offers three seating categories, each with different pricing based on location within Pioneer Hall.

Here are the official prices for 2026:

Seating CategoryAges 10 and OlderAges 3 to 9
Category 1$83.00$45.00
Category 2$79.00$41.00
Category 3$75.00$40.00

All prices include tax and gratuity.

One notable change for 2026 is that children’s pricing has decreased compared to last year’s event. Adult prices remain unchanged, while tickets for children ages 3 to 9 are now $5 less across all three seating categories.

Wheelchair accessible seating is available in Categories 1 and 2. Category 3 seating is located on the second floor of Pioneer Hall, which does not have elevator access.

Seats are assigned based on party size and seating category.

Who Is Eligible to Attend?

Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays is available exclusively to DVC Members eligible for Membership Extras benefits.

Each eligible Member may bring up to 11 additional guests per Membership, allowing a maximum party size of 12.

There are also a few important requirements to keep in mind:

  • Only one show date may be booked per Membership.
  • The eligible DVC Member must attend the event.
  • Members must present a valid DVC Digital Membership Card and photo identification at check in.
  • Digital Membership Cards should be added to the mobile device’s digital wallet before arrival.
  • Guests younger than 18 must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian.

These requirements help ensure that this special experience remains available to eligible Disney Vacation Club Members and their guests.

How to Book Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays 2026

Reservations for Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays can be made by calling DVC Member Services at (800) 800 9800.

Advance reservations are required, and payment in full must be made at the time of booking.

Availability is limited, so Members interested in attending should contact Member Services as soon as possible to check for open reservations.

When making your reservation, remember to include everyone in your party, including infants younger than 3.

Getting to Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness

If you’re planning to attend Hoop Dee Holidays, transportation is an important consideration. Pioneer Hall is located within Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, and reaching the venue can take longer than you might expect.

Disney Resort Transportation: There is no direct transportation between most Disney Resort hotels and Fort Wilderness. Allow additional time for transfers.

Driving: Guests should park at the entrance to Fort Wilderness or at a designated satellite parking area during busy holiday periods. Disney recommends allowing an additional 30 minutes for transportation from the parking area to Pioneer Hall.

Water Transportation from Magic Kingdom: Guests arriving by boat from Magic Kingdom should allow up to 90 minutes for travel.

Since guests are asked to arrive 30 minutes before their reservation, we recommend planning transportation well in advance.

Important Booking and Cancellation Policies

Before reserving your seats, keep these additional details in mind:

  • Full payment is required at booking.
  • Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to avoid forfeiting the full price of the experience.
  • Reservations cannot be transferred or sold.
  • Event dates and showtimes are subject to change or cancellation.
  • Only one performance date may be reserved per eligible Membership.

Members should review the complete event details and requirements on the official Disney Vacation Club website.


Hoop Dee Doo has long been one of our favorite dining experiences at Walt Disney World, and we had a fantastic time attending the Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays celebration back in 2023!

There’s something special about combining the classic Pioneer Hall entertainment with a festive holiday atmosphere and a room filled with fellow DVC Members.

With two dates available for 2026, this could be a fun addition to your holiday trip to Walt Disney World, especially if you’re looking for something a little different from the traditional theme park festivities.

Are you planning to attend Disney Vacation Club Hoop Dee Holidays in 2026? Have you experienced this member-exclusive event in previous years? Let us know in the comments!

Stay tuned to DVC Fan and the DVC Fan Facebook Group for more information as it becomes available!

Paul Krieger

About Author

Paul lives in Orlando, Florida with his wife, Amy, and their three Spanish galgos, Hermès, Cinders, and Emerson. They’re Disney Vacation Club Members at five resorts, Disney World Annual Passholders, and always on the lookout for new ways to enjoy and maximize their DVC points. When he’s not at the parks or planning their next trip, Paul loves cooking (big Alton Brown fan), training for Disney races with Amy, and blasting Billy Joel in the background.

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