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

[yulilin3]

I didn't realize that was the official WDW Twitter.

Yah!!!!!!!!!



May is summer to me, but I live in Dante's Inferno, aka Texas

Yes I think they opened the twitter account a month ago. And I agree, we go from winter (ish) into summer very quickly

 

[SureAsLiz]

Yes I think they opened the twitter account a month ago. And I agree, we go from winter (ish) into summer very quickly

This particular account is only a week old. But it is an official one (not the official one), which is why I figured it was newsworthy. Especially since there was some concern about Seasons interfering with SWW

 

[AThrillingChase]

I have been going over things all day in my mind! With the marathon weekend in mid-April, I think I have to switch my usual SWW visit. I usually go opening weekend, but I think since I plan on the race I should push it back to the later dates in June. I was in Disney for the 4th of July and pretty much melted just walking around, let alone standing in one spot forever for the parade and shows and things. This is going to be a rough adjustment!

 

[drlaurafsu]

Guys Look!!!!!! Excitement level at a 10...no better time for me to get back into Disney runs

http://disneysportsnews.com/release...ting-toward-walt-disney-world-resort-in-2016/
http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...star-wars-half-marathon-event/#comment-139608
Registration open Sept. 22nd at noon http://www.rundisney.com/star-wars-wdw-half-marathon/

Been hearing rumors of this for a couple of months...glad to finally see it! And super excited that I am signed up for the Rebel Challenge. Dark Side Challenge and Kessel Run...here I come!!

Seriously considering a solo trip so I don't have to worry about someone to watch DS...he's 9 so he could do the 5k with me but he would need supervision for the 10k and half.

If we weren't doing 2 SWWs, I would definitely bring him with me. He is running with me in DL...but I am doing Princess by myself...maybe this one too.

 

[keishashadow]

Guys Look!!!!!! Excitement level at a 10...no better time for me to get back into Disney runs

http://disneysportsnews.com/release...ting-toward-walt-disney-world-resort-in-2016/
http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...star-wars-half-marathon-event/#comment-139608
Registration open Sept. 22nd at noon http://www.rundisney.com/star-wars-wdw-half-marathon/

ok, at the risk of exploring the 'light' side of the force...the optimist in me is wondering if they might just bump back the opening bell for SWW this year to coincide or even start the following weekend of the race.

Hear me out , not totally out of the norm for Disney to switch things up. the half marathon that was the 1st weekend of Oct for many years flipped to the 1st weekend of Nov this year (which is start of Xmas-MVMCP festivities). It might be difficult for them to sustain momentum for that long of a period but possibly could eliminate a week or 2 in June to compensate.

thoughts?

 

[drlaurafsu]

I could see them moving it to first weekend in May (as close to May 4th as possible - almost half the years would have May 4th in it. But can't imagine moving SWW up since the June dates allow kids to get out of school and come. Plus years with late Easter dates will interfere with this date. Already the busiest time of the year, plus flower and garden. SWW would make 3 packed parks.

 

[soniam]

I have been going over things all day in my mind! With the marathon weekend in mid-April, I think I have to switch my usual SWW visit. I usually go opening weekend, but I think since I plan on the race I should push it back to the later dates in June. I was in Disney for the 4th of July and pretty much melted just walking around, let alone standing in one spot forever for the parade and shows and things. This is going to be a rough adjustment!

You will be in good company. We will be going the last weekends. We can all chill out at Rebel Hangar together with a nice cold glowy beverage Plus, the fireworks are at night, so it should be a little better then.

 

[soniam]

I could see them moving it to first weekend in May (as close to May 4th as possible - almost half the years would have May 4th in it. But can't imagine moving SWW up since the June dates allow kids to get out of school and come. Plus years with late Easter dates will interfere with this date. Already the busiest time of the year, plus flower and garden. SWW would make 3 packed parks.

I hope they don't bump it up. Otherwise, it would be very difficult to go with school. Also, it's nice to have a long period of SW stuff starting off with May the 4th, because they did start the SW CM meals then this year.

 

[Wendybird55]

Thanks for the thread..just came back from Disney and we're already talking about booking SWW. Went first time this year and we're all hooked, especially my son. One question..we did the Ultimate VIP tour this year and loved it and will probably want to do it again next year. We were told when we took the tour this year that we will be on the e-mail list to be one of the first groups to get an e-mail about the tour for the next year. So am I safe to assume I don't have to be constantly checking as to when they start booking for this tour as I will get notice from Disney in plenty of time to book it before it becomes sold out? Thanks

 

[soniam]

Thanks for the thread..just came back from Disney and we're already talking about booking SWW. Went first time this year and we're all hooked, especially my son. One question..we did the Ultimate VIP tour this year and loved it and will probably want to do it again next year. We were told when we took the tour this year that we will be on the e-mail list to be one of the first groups to get an e-mail about the tour for the next year. So am I safe to assume I don't have to be constantly checking as to when they start booking for this tour as I will get notice from Disney in plenty of time to book it before it becomes sold out? Thanks

They did notify previous customers for SWW 2015 in April, I think. I don't think you need to worry though. The VIP Tour usually doesn't sell out. The Deluxe Package did though. If you do get advance notice, please consider letting us know on this thread.

 

[antman]

They did notify previous customers for SWW 2015 in April, I think. I don't think you need to worry though. The VIP Tour usually doesn't sell out. The Deluxe Package did though. If you do get advance notice, please consider letting us know on this thread.

Yes, please please please let us know

 

[yulilin3]

ok, at the risk of exploring the 'light' side of the force...the optimist in me is wondering if they might just bump back the opening bell for SWW this year to coincide or even start the following weekend of the race.

Hear me out , not totally out of the norm for Disney to switch things up. the half marathon that was the 1st weekend of Oct for many years flipped to the 1st weekend of Nov this year (which is start of Xmas-MVMCP festivities). It might be difficult for them to sustain momentum for that long of a period but possibly could eliminate a week or 2 in June to compensate.

thoughts?

Actually the Wine and Dine half has been in November for the last 3 years, I believe, because they offered the Tower of Terror 10 Miler in Oct. They discontinued that race because of backstage construction associated with SWLand and TSLand.
I don't see them eliminating the weekends in June but maybe we can see an extension of SWW , maybe starting in early May?

 

[yulilin3]

shamelessly plug for my blog
http://parksintransition.weebly.com/
I started it last week and still building it. Let me know if you would like to see a specific subject, I will obviously do a couple on SWW later this year and next year
And for all of you who followed my daughter's costume building this year, she has decided on which character she wants to do for next year and it's a bit obscure unless you read the new Darth Vader comics

Meet Aphra...she is also thinking of updating her Sabine to be like Sabine in season 2

 

[keishashadow]

Actually the Wine and Dine half has been in November for the last 3 years, I believe, because they offered the Tower of Terror 10 Miler in Oct. They discontinued that race because of backstage construction associated with SWLand and TSLand.
I don't see them eliminating the weekends in June but maybe we can see an extension of SWW , maybe starting in early May?

ok, i am oh so not a runner & try to avoid the race weekends due to crowds. work/school schedules have forced us into attending many race weekends (Jan marathon, the Oct race and the upcoming one in Nov this year). The Oct crowds around Columbus day had gotten so bad we bolted to west coast this year. Knew we would hit tail-end of jersey week this Nov. but didn't realize we'd be hitting the F&W race, can't win lol

our first trip in early November, have looked at crowd calendars but disagree with them often. Any thoughts on how the world will be Nov 5 - 12th this year...say compared to busy summer day?

 

[yulilin3]

ok, i am oh so not a runner & try to avoid the race weekends due to crowds. work/school schedules have forced us into attending many race weekends (Jan marathon, the Oct race and the upcoming one in Nov this year). The Oct crowds around Columbus day had gotten so bad we bolted to west coast this year. Knew we would hit tail-end of jersey week this Nov. but didn't realize we'd be hitting the F&W race, can't win lol

our first trip in early November, have looked at crowd calendars but disagree with them often. Any thoughts on how the world will be Nov 5 - 12th this year...say compared to busy summer day?

I think it's less than summer but still busy. I always tell people that the days of low Disney crowds is over. Many people got used to low crowds but forget to remember about 9/11 and how that affected the parks. That's when all of these offers and celebrations started (year of a million dreams, free dining,etc) to get people to travel, now the crowds have picked back up.

 

[keishashadow]

I think it's less than summer but still busy. I always tell people that the days of low Disney crowds is over. Many people got used to low crowds but forget to remember about 9/11 and how that affected the parks. That's when all of these offers and celebrations started (year of a million dreams, free dining,etc) to get people to travel, now the crowds have picked back up.

thanks, yes the deals & the proliferation of cheap air drew many of us in droves. what would be an every few years trip became much more doable for those living a few hours away by air.

getting hard to keep up with all the new developments and promotions they are tossing out.

 

[msmama]

My new R2/3PO credit card arrived today!!

I'll miss Minnie and Mickey, but...Star Wars!! It's subtle but cute. I still think the Vader one will be best though!

 

[bjakmom]

shamelessly plug for my blog
http://parksintransition.weebly.com/
I started it last week and still building it. Let me know if you would like to see a specific subject, I will obviously do a couple on SWW later this year and next year

Thanks for the link Yulady! Looking forward to keeping up on the progress through your blog. I have another group of grandkids who will be the perfect age for SW Land and SWW in 4-5 years!

 

[LoKiHB]

We'll be at WDW next year during SWW and we are excited to be able to finally check it out! My DH is especially stoked!

Question: While I realize it is crowded all days during SWW, is there a weekend day that may be a little lighter? What's best or worse? Friday, Saturday or Sunday?

Thanks!

Mary

I heard it's a crap shoot. Fridays are crowded because it's the first day, Saturdays and Sundays are crowded because a lot of local folks come out. When we went in 2013, we found both Friday and Saturday to be crowded, yet manageable. If you are really looking to explore and take in the ambiance that is SWW, the crowds won't be too bad. For us, the longest wait we had either day was about 45 minutes for Darth Vader. This worked out well as my older son went to the HISTK Playground and the little one napped in the stroller while we waited. This was also Memorial Day weekend, so I don't know if it was more/less crowded than other weekends. My advice, plan on what you want to do, and who you want to meet, be ready to change those plans on the fly if you have too, and ENJOY!!!.

 

[yulilin3]

I can't believe I'm saying this, but this is a bit much, right?
http://www.starwars.com/news/the-fo...-fans-invited-to-join-global-event-on-youtube