**Official** Star Wars at DHS, Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party/Galactic Nights/Launch Bay/JT

[yulilin3]

Introduction

This page will talk specifically about Star Wars Launch Bay and any other SW offerings they will have at DHS. Also feel free to share your love of SW

A little background on myself: Hi my name is Yulady (You-Lady), I'm a 42 year old mom of 2 teenagers and I love Star Wars. I'm an Orlando resident and an AP holder for the past 16 years.

I post as objective as I can, I don’t usually answer the question “is it worth it”, that’s a subjective question but I will always give you my views on everything SW and my personal experiences with the event. I post everything as a rumor (even if it comes from very reliable inside sources) until Disney announces either thru their Parks Blog or directly on the WDW site.

 

[yulilin3]

This page will include all of my pictures from Everything Star Wars at DHS

Link to my pictures from fb from SWW 2015
weekend I https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10206872480876333&type=1&l=863018f2cd
motorcade from DPPhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10206894952998122&type=1&l=b6b0ca8dd2
shows with DPPhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10206894948077999&type=1&l=23b2e3ea81
dessert party DPPhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10206894946517960&type=1&l=d917874a9b
Day 3https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10206894944397907&type=1&l=9cac1b0f8b
Weekend IIhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10206939273746113&type=1&l=a2b19ce299https://www.facebook.com/media/set/...457.1073741922.1406401066&type=1&l=a7dbccff85
Weekend IIIhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/...822.1073741925.1406401066&type=1&l=edfab01c8c
Weekend IVhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/...774.1073741927.1406401066&type=1&l=1a4c4c8e3fhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/...863.1073741928.1406401066&type=1&l=e1fa7b4b88
Weekend Vhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/...530.1073741929.1406401066&type=1&l=0ee113cec0

A Galaxy Far Far Away and Capt. Phasma's March
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/...061.1073742003.1406401066&type=1&l=6a60dba1f0

SW snacks

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/...805.1073741953.1406401066&type=1&l=f7e46225a4

Kylo Ren at Launch Bay and JT
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/...677.1073741980.1406401066&type=1&l=03fc3a27a1

A Galactic Spectacular from the front of the Chinese Theater
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/...039.1073742020.1406401066&type=1&l=9233bbe8b6

 

[yulilin3]

STAR WARS ULTIMATE TOUR
STARTING OCTOBER 1ST 2017 THE TOUR WILL NO LONGER INCLUDE THE DESSERT PARTY AND WILL START AT 8AM. TOUR GUESTS WILL STILL BE ABLLE TO GO INTO THE RESERVED VIEWING AREA FOR SWAGS. THE TOUR PRICE WILL BE MODIFIED TO $99
The seven-hour tour includes:

• Seeing stars during a screening of the movie, Star Wars: Path of the Jedi
• Kylo Ren-dered speechless while witnessing 2 live stage shows—Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Awayand March of the First Order—from a reserved viewing area
• Enrolling younglings ages 4 through 12 in Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple
• Launching into hyperspace aboard a Starspeeder 1000 on Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
• Sinking your jawas into a Star Wars-inspired dinner at Backlot Express
• Joining forces with new friends at a Chewbacca and Kylo Ren Character Greeting
• Orbiting around saga-centric exhibits featuring replica props, models, concept art and artifacts at Star Wars Launch Bay
• Chewy-ing on inter-stellar sweets at Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party
• Experiencing a reserved viewing of the obi-wan and only Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular nighttime fireworks event
• Restoring freedom to your galaxy and taking a personalized souvenir of your tour home with you to commemorate your adventures

• Please keep in mind that this is an indoor and outdoor tour, so be sure to check the weather forecast and dress appropriately, including comfortable shoes, as there will be periods of walking and standing.
• Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• Tour itinerary, content, duration and availability are subject to change without notice.
• Tour dates and times vary so please check the calendar or call (407) 939-8687 for more information or to make a reservation.
• Please check in next to The Great Movie Ride inside the park 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. You will forfeit the entire price of your tour if you no-show or cancel within 2 days of your reservation.
• Separate admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios is required.

Priced at $129 per person (OLD PRICE), tours begin Jan. 2 2017 and will be offered on Mondays and Saturdays throughout 2017. Call 4079397529

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/hollywood-studios/star-wars-guided-tour/


STAR WARS GALACTIC NIGHTS
COMFIRMED FOR MAY 27th 2018

Star Wars: Galactic Nights
May 27th 2018, 7:00pm – 12:00am

Star Wars: Galactic Nights will take place on Dec 16th, 2017, from 7:00pm to midnight. Tickets are available for $124 per child and $129 per adult (plus tax).
$10 discount available for AP and DVC members

Star Wars: Galactic Nights
Enjoy a family-friendly event featuring exclusive Star Warsexperiences!
“This Will Be a Day Long Remembered…”
Calling all Star Wars fans! You’re invited to the return of this popular event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Experience a Hollywood-style party where Guests of all ages—from all around the galaxy—can come together and celebrate the Greatest Saga Ever Told…

No matter your age, put on your finest Star Wars-themed costumes and attire, and walk the red carpet toward an intergalactic introduction—followed by a whole universe of event entertainment and interactive fun, from a park-wide scavenger hunt to Star Wars Character encounters and more.

You’ll being “seeing stars” as Saga-themed projections shoot across Grauman’s Chinese Theatre—a recreation of the very venue where the first film premiered in 1977. Plus, you can even enjoy many of your favorite Disney’s Hollywood Studios attractions all throughout the event!

Pricing and Schedule
Star Wars: Galactic Nights will take place on May 27th 2018, from 7:00 PM to midnight. Tickets are available for $124 per child and $129 per adult (plus tax).

Costumes You Can – and Can’t – Wear
While we encourage creativity, we also value safety and good judgement—be sure to review the special event costume rules!



Jedi Recruitment Package
Enrich your Jedi’s training with added enhancements. Boost younglings’ skills and confidence to battle the Dark Side with this limited-time offer that includes:

• Enrollment for one youngling in one show of Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple
• Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple robe
• Official Star Wars lightsaber
• Personalized name badge
• Exclusive Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple t-shirt
• Picture with a Jedi Master—available via free digital download

Learn more about the Jedi Recruitment Package.

Galactic Tasting Sampler
Delicious Star Wars-themed bites and beverages are yours to “saber” at various locations throughout the park. The Galactic Tasting Sampler allows Guests to sample 5 of these food or beverage items for one price. Selections include specialty alcoholic beverages, non-alcoholic beverages, light saber churros, character cupcakes, a charcuterie plate with C3PO crackers, and dishes inspired by the stories and characters of Star Wars.These same items are available a la carte for all Guests. Hungry for more information? Gobble up all the tasty details.

Skywalker Vineyards Wine Seminar
Enjoy an enlightening seminar about Skywalker Vineyards. The discussion will expand upon the wine making process and Guests will have the ability to purchase tasting samples. Attendees of this free-admission experience will also have the opportunity to purchase full bottles to savor at home.
Inside the Saga: A Galaxy in the Making
Don't miss this one-night-only panel discussion about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. This unique event will be taking place multiple times throughout the evening at The Epic Theater. Come join us as we share exciting developments about the 14-acre Star Wars-inspired expansion opening in 2019 at Disneyland Park and Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Please note: all entertainment experiences are subject to change without notice.

A GALA NOT SO FAR, FAR AWAY

Star Wars: Galactic Nights
Enjoy a family-friendly event featuring exclusive Star Wars experiences!Star Tours – The Adventures Continue

• Star Wars Launch Bay

• Star Wars: Path of the Jedi

• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

• Toy Story Mania!

• Muppet*Vision 3D

• Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream

In addition, be on the lookout for Star Wars Character encounters taking place in-and-around Star Tours – The Adventures Continue throughout the night!
Map from April 14th

 

[yulilin3]

Star Wars A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party

THE WDW CALENDAR HAS BEEN VERY SLOW TO UPDATE EACH MONTH


You can check in to get your lanyard 30 minutes before the party at the entrance to LB. Remember there are tables at the main dessert area, tables right outside the dessert area by the Chewbacca/Kylo Ren meet entrances, tables in the Cantina area and outside in the little courtyard Also there are benches by the Chewbacca/Kylo meet.
For the best view of the show leave before the Stormtroopers lead you out and you will be ahead of the crowds




Dessert party review:
Launch Bay Location
http://wdwnt.com/blog/2016/07/revie...gets-revamped-with-special-edition-treatment/

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-490#post-56111787

http://www.disboards.com/threads/of...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-494#post-56117699

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-498#post-56136239

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-512#post-56186151

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-525#post-56240646

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-525#post-56239122 (7 year old Point Of View)

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-525#post-56245764

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...-launch-bay-jt.3439569/page-542#post-56325168

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...-launch-bay-jt.3439569/page-542#post-56325379

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...-launch-bay-jt.3439569/page-545#post-56332619

http://disboards.com/threads/offici...-launch-bay-jt.3439569/page-576#post-56421648

Launch Bay set up

Dessert party is available to book every night until Feb 25th (updated 12/16)
Link to book
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/hollywood-studios/galactic-dessert-party/
Launch Bay dessert party set up

Dessert party in full swing

Picture report of food 7/19/18 party https://www.disboards.com/threads/o...-launch-bay-jt.3439569/page-883#post-59506506

 

[yulilin3]

Characters and Set Times​

Special Character Encounters: After entering a themed atrium complete with replicas of Star Wars props, guests can journey to the dark side and encounter Star Wars characters such as Kylo Ren in a 360-degree immersive area themed around the Star Destroyer, or they may choose the light side by stepping into a makeshift Rebel base and coming face to face with Star Wars characters such as the most famous co-pilot in the galaxy, Chewbacca. -

Chewie, Kylo Ren and BB8 meet from park opening to closing including EMH


Stormtrooper Patrols As guests enjoy the sights and attractions of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, they may come face to face with First Order Stormtroopers who will patrol the Animation Courtyard interacting with guests during their mission to find members of the Resistance. - They do not stop for pictures.
Disney Chase Visa Card meet and greet with Kylo Ren from 11 am to 4 pm

 

[yulilin3]

SW Shows and Entertainment​

Launch Bay Theater – Guests hear directly from the creative minds behind the Star Wars saga in a short video that includes exclusive interviews with the directors, writers, producers and other key movie crew members who bring the saga to life. - See more at: http://wdwnews.com/releases/2015/11...alt-disney-world-resort/#sthash.Y0UO3qRE.dpuf

ABC Sound Studio: Star Wars: Path of The Jedi Guests looking to relive the stories from the Star Wars saga or be introduced to the iconic characters, including ones from Star Wars: The Force Awakens, can watch an abridged, cinematic reel celebrating the Star Wars saga (episodes I-VII) in a theater setting near Echo Lake - See more at: http://wdwnews.com/releases/2015/11...alt-disney-world-resort/#sthash.Y0UO3qRE.dpuf

*Starting April 4th Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away: This new live, stage show celebrates iconic moments from the Star Wars saga with live vignettes featuring popular Star Wars characters, such as Kylo Ren, Chewbacca, Darth Vader and Darth Maul. The show will take place multiple times each day at the Center Stage area near The Great Movie Ride.UPDATE: starting Dec 16th AWR troopers from Rogue One will join the show. It lasts about 15 minutes
11:30AM
12:30AM
1:30PM
2:30PM
4:30PM
5:30PM


March of the First Order Phasma and first order troopers start their patrol at Launch Bay and head over to center stage for some drills, show lasts about 5 minutes
Starting October 2nd Captain Phasma and the First Order will start their march by the front of the park (Sid's gate) and march down Hollywood Blvd
10:00 am
11:00 am
12:00 noon
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
4:00 pm

 

[yulilin3]

Launch Bay Cargo
Special art, create your own phone cases, magic bands and name tags. Assortment of figures and some toys

Tattooine Traders
Toys, build your own lightsaber, build your own droid and clothes

Kiosk next to the Galaxy's Edge Wall
At Grand Ave adjacent to the Muppets Courtyard find some merchandise with the Galaxy's Edge art
​

 

[yulilin3]

Jedi Training Trials of the Temple
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This popular entertainment offering is being reimagined with new characters. Younglings will be guided to the site of a secret and ancient Jedi temple where they will face villains such as Darth Vader and Kylo Ren and discover if they have the makings of a true Jedi. -
Sign ups are at the Indiana Jones store in between 50s Prime Time and Indiana Jones Theater. First come, first served. Allow at least an hour for this experience. Kids have to check in 30 minutes before their reservations times and the show lasts about 15 minutes.

 

[yulilin3]

General Tips
1.-Keep Cool: drink plenty of water and gatorade/powerade. We usually bring washcloths and dump them in cold water and put them around our necks. Cooling towels found at sports stores and Amazon work great. Don't wait to hydrate. I've seen plenty of people just collapse because of dehydration. Heat in Florida is no joke. Bring an umbrella and use it while waiting for characters, parade, anything outdoors. Remember that all quick service restaurants will give you, for free, a cup of ice water. You can also refill these cups or any other containers with ice water at Backlot Express for free. Great places to cool down and you don't have to make a line are One Man's Dream and the Animation Bldg.
2.-Make a plan: prioritize, what do you want most of all out of your SW day. And work from there.
3.-Be patient: there will be thousands of people going to SW that want to do the same things you do. Be patient. Be polite. I know the heat and the waiting can get to you sometimes but take a deep breath and just listen to that Star Wars music in the background and chill.
4.-Be flexible: So you made an awesome plan and you're ready to take in the day and something happens. Don't let that ruin your experience, just go improvise, have a plan B...and C and D,...
5.-Know your kids: There's nothing better than a picture with your toddler and Chewbacca, but some kids get a little afraid of the big Wookie. Don't force them to meet a character or go to a show. The characters WON'T break character, don't expect a hug from Vader,...Villains stay Villains even if your child starts crying. What I usually tell parents is to show the kids the character before waiting in line (sometimes very long lines) and ask them right then and there if they want to meet them. Or show them videos of JT and ask them before the trip if they want to battle the Dark Side.

6.-Have Fun!!In the wise words of Master Yoda: Do or do not, there is no try....

Feel free to subscribe
Also don't be shy about asking questions, the more you know the better you'll plan and the more fun you will have during SW. I regularly update these pages with any new info so you don’t have to read the entire thread.​

May the Force be With You

 

[yulilin3]

Star Wars Launch Bay​

Located in Animation Courtyard, Star Wars Launch Bay will be a primary location within the park for fans to celebrate all things Star Wars. In this multi-sensory space with an outdoor queue area lined with special concept artwork, guests can interact with beloved Star Wars characters, tour galleries featuring treasured memorabilia and replicas of large-scale Star Wars artifacts, including ones from Star Wars: The Force Awakens,Rogue One and The Last Jedi , plus have access to special Star Wars merchandise.

• Special Character Encounters: After entering a themed atrium complete with replicas of Star Wars props, guests can journey to the dark side and encounter Star Wars characters such as Kylo Ren in a 360-degree immersive area themed around the Star Destroyer, or they may choose the light side by stepping into a makeshift Rebel base and coming face to face with Star Wars characters such as the most famous co-pilot in the galaxy, Chewbacca. Also you can meet BB8

• Launch Bay Theater – Guests hear directly from the creative minds behind the Star Wars saga in a short video that includes exclusive interviews with the directors, writers, producers and other key movie crew members who bring the saga to life.

• The Cantina – This setting, inspired by the unsavory “hives of scum and villainy” in the Star Wars galaxy, is a fun place to explore and take photos near elements of the cantina, such as a holochess table. Holochess is a game seen in Star Wars

• Themed Galleries – Special immersive galleries will be located throughout Star Wars Launch Bay.
  • Celebration Gallery will feature iconic ships from throughout the Star Wars saga, such as memorable ones of the Rebel Alliance and the Imperial Navy fleet.
  • Celebration Hallway will display large-scale replicas of Star Wars props amid scenic murals.
  • Preview Gallery will offer guests exclusive looks at replicas of props, artifacts and memorabilia from the latest movie in the saga, currently The Last Jedi. Among the items that will be on display are costumes, ship models, droids and artwork.

• Launch Bay Cargo – A unique shopping area where guests may bring home a variety of Star Wars merchandise, including original artwork and collector’s items.

- See more at: http://wdwnews.com/releases/2015/11...alt-disney-world-resort/#sthash.EHjtEGAE.dpuf

 

[yulilin3]

Fireworks
THE WDW CALENDAR HAS ONLY BEEN UPDATING THE DATES VERY SLOWLY
ONLY ABOUT A MONTH IN ADVANCE​

2016 Dates Released
Star Wars a Galactic Spectacular: Nightly starting June 17th at 9:45pm until July 2nd.
July 3rd on at 9:30pm schedule is out until July 31st (updated June 22)
August 1st through 21st 9:30pm 22nd through 31st. 8:45pm
September 1st through 16th 8:45pm (Updated July 16th)
16th through the 24th 8:15pm
25th through October 1st 7:45pm
October 1,3,5 7:45pm (updated 9/2)
7,8,10,12 7:30p
14,15,17,19,21,22,24,26,28,29,31 at 8pm
NOVEMBER 2,4,5 at 8pm (updated 9/17)
7, 9 at 6:45pm and 11,12 at 8pm (updated 10/14)
December 16th at 10:30pm, 17th at 9:30pm, 18th through 30th at 6:15pm and 31st at midnight
2017 Dates Released
January 1st through February 28th at 7:45pm (updated 12/16)
March 1st through 4th at 7::45pm (updated Jan 15th)
March 5th through March 11th at 8pm
March 12th through March 31st at 9pm
April 1st through 8th at 9pm (updated Feb 10th)
April 9th through 29th at 9pm 30th at 9:30pm (updated Feb 19th)
May 1st through 31st at 9:30pm (updated March 18th)
June and July through 7/31st at 9:30pm (updated April 5th)
August 1st through 31st (updated April 19th)
September 1st through 16th at 9pm 17th through 30th 8:30pm (updated May 15th)
October 1st through 14th at 8:30pm 15th through 31st at 8pm (updated June 27th)
November 11/01 through 11/04 at 8pm
11/05 through 11/08 at 6:45pm
then it's dark until Dec. 15th when it's at 9pm
December. 16th is dark for Galactic Nights night
December 17th through Dec 23rd at 9pm
December 24th through Dec 30th at 10pm
December 31st at midnight (updated August 5th)
2018
January 1st through 31st at 8pm
February 1st through 28th at 8pm (updated Oct 30th 2017)
March 1st through 10th at 8pm 11th through 31st at 9pm
April 1st through 28th at 9pm 29th and 30th at 9:30pm
May 1st through 31st at 9:30pm (May 27th it will only be performed for guests with Galactic Nights tickets)

Tips on where the best spots are: http://www.easywdw.com/easy/blog/st...tips-and-review-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/
Pictures from the best spot to watch http://disboards.com/threads/offici...-launch-bay-jt.3439569/page-624#post-56646942
Star Wars A Galactic Spectacular Review from a Non Star Wars Fan http://disboards.com/threads/offici...rty-launch-bay.3439569/page-490#post-56111430

Star Wars a Galactic Spectacular: As the next generation of the current Star Wars-inspired fireworks show, this blockbuster nightly show, unprecedented in Disney’s Hollywood Studios history, will light up the sky with Star Wars-themed fireworks, lasers, light projections and other special effects combined with Star Wars-themed music and iconic characters and scenes from throughout the saga.


Through these state-of-the-art special effects that project onto the nearby Chinese Theatre and other surrounding buildings, guests will gaze at the twin suns of Tatooine, push through a field of battle droids, navigate through an asteroid field, soar down the trench of the Death Star and deliver the final blow to destroy Starkiller Base. The show, which will unfold through a series of acts, will be punctuated by a tower of fire as well as powerful spotlight beams that create lightsabers in the sky.

 

[yulilin3]

Miscellaneous
Here's a playlist of all of the SWW videos I've taken through out the years
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9ovO0Uc2PUAHWoBpW12M4SOfooLjfAXD

New Disney Chase Visa Card SW perks
https://disneyrewards.com/starwarscard/

Star Wars™ Imperial Meet ‘N’ Greet6
Beginning December 1st, 2015, feel the power of the Force at the Star Wars™ Imperial Meet ‘N’ Greet, offered daily from 11am to 4pm at the Star Wars Launch Bay in the Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®.
Current character at this meet and greet is Kylo Ren. You can bring up to 6 people with you and you get a free picture download

Simply present your Disney Visa Credit Card to enter this exclusive location.

 

[yulilin3]

Video of full announcement. I'm not including detailed information on the actual Star Wars Land in this thread because we know it'll take time for it to be completed.

Video from Summer Awakens press event April 19th 2016

 

[pookadoo77]

Yay! SO GLAD to see this thread again! LOVE the color code idea! This thread and the people on it really made our trip last year something we will all always remember. Hi everyone!!

 

[mmafan]

WERE BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[The Sunrise Student]

YEAH the moderator took out my too early post, now I can post here with out shame Our 501st/RL buddies were chatting up all the news coming out of D23 this weekend.

 

[mmafan]

this year ill be doing the first 2 weekends prob not the VIP but both weekends FEEL THE FORCE or what ever they call it this year......so hopefully the weekend dates stay close to what last years dates were

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Yay the thread! This will be a day long remembered.

I'm pretty excited about the preview center thing. Hope they have it up and running soon! I'm also crossing my fingers that blue milk ice cream will show up in there!

 

[kennythepirate]

Characters and Set Times​

Blister Pack

Ahsoka 12:50-1:30pm/2:10pm-2:50pm/2:55pm-3:35pm/4:25pm-4:55pm/5pm-5:40pm/

Looks really familiar :/

 

[pookadoo77]

*&%$#@ Disney and it's adding new stuff!! We are planning on skipping a year now I dunno, following changes and announcements. I do have 6x 1 day hoppers on standby worst comes to worst, lol. I already feel myself cracking under the pressure.....