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

[MickeyMinnieMom]

The only thing I could possibly read into this response- and it's a long shot, would be that they change they move the dates significantly. That being said, I mentioned my trip dates and included my reservation number, so I'm a happy camper today.

May I ask what your dates are?? We're planning on wknd of May 20-22...

 

[maiapapaya]

This is pretty awesome.. And yes our Netflix sucks up here, good thing my hubby works in it and knows how to change our setting so we can get the American Netflix. Much better stuff to watch!!

Ya, our older daughter does that on her computer. We use apple TV though and haven't been able to figure out a work around. At least now we'll be able to watch SW over and over! LOL

 

[BuffaloJim]

Disney is killing me...

First they announce that SWW are "coming Summer 2016". I know this is what they always say, but it's still a little disconcerting.

Now, they just released the May schedule and this is what Josh at EasyWDW had to say about it...

"Things don’t look good for the return of Star Wars Weekends. In past years, Disney moved Hollywood Studios’ Saturday morning Extra Magic Hour to the middle of the week in an effort to pull as many Disney resort guests away from the incredibly busy weekends. This year, the Studios is currently hosting evening Extra Magic Hours every Friday. It seems highly unlikely that Disney would host both evening Extra Magic Hours and Star Wars Weekends on the same day. Of course, the Extra Magic Hours schedule could change."


I already have our resort reservations and I'm getting the flights on Tuesday. I'm really hoping SWW will be happening when we're there in May.

 

[LoKiHB]

May I ask what your dates are?? We're planning on wknd of May 20-22...

We will be there 5/23-5/30

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

Disney is killing me...

First they announce that SWW are "coming Summer 2016". I know this is what they always say, but it's still a little disconcerting.

Now, they just released the May schedule and this is what Josh at EasyWDW had to say about it...

"Things don’t look good for the return of Star Wars Weekends. In past years, Disney moved Hollywood Studios’ Saturday morning Extra Magic Hour to the middle of the week in an effort to pull as many Disney resort guests away from the incredibly busy weekends. This year, the Studios is currently hosting evening Extra Magic Hours every Friday. It seems highly unlikely that Disney would host both evening Extra Magic Hours and Star Wars Weekends on the same day. Of course, the Extra Magic Hours schedule could change."


I already have our resort reservations and I'm getting the flights on Tuesday. I'm really hoping SWW will be happening when we're there in May.

I hope it's in May too - I've been eyeing the May 20th type weekend - the one before Memorial Day. I saw Josh's note and that made me worry.... I was going to save going to SWW as a surprise for DH and DD (have been telling them we'll take a year off) but now I'm going to 'give' the trip to them for DD's 16th birthday and our 25th wedding anniversary (both are Dec 1st). sigh = wish I just *knew* what Disney was going to do - it would make a lot of things easier!!

 

[Lee Matthews]

I hope they have some sort of star wars events on next September other than just the Launch Bay

 

[LoKiHB]

I hope it's in May too - I've been eyeing the May 20th type weekend - the one before Memorial Day. I saw Josh's note and that made me worry.... I was going to save going to SWW as a surprise for DH and DD (have been telling them we'll take a year off) but now I'm going to 'give' the trip to them for DD's 16th birthday and our 25th wedding anniversary (both are Dec 1st). sigh = wish I just *knew* what Disney was going to do - it would make a lot of things easier!!

I'm with you. I included my trip dates in my email and did say that if it wasn't during that time, I would be cancelling and rebooking for September. So, I'm hoping their reply took that into consideration and it's not just a matter of "SWW question. Canned response."

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Disney is killing me...

First they announce that SWW are "coming Summer 2016". I know this is what they always say, but it's still a little disconcerting.

Now, they just released the May schedule and this is what Josh at EasyWDW had to say about it...

"Things don’t look good for the return of Star Wars Weekends. In past years, Disney moved Hollywood Studios’ Saturday morning Extra Magic Hour to the middle of the week in an effort to pull as many Disney resort guests away from the incredibly busy weekends. This year, the Studios is currently hosting evening Extra Magic Hours every Friday. It seems highly unlikely that Disney would host both evening Extra Magic Hours and Star Wars Weekends on the same day. Of course, the Extra Magic Hours schedule could change."


I already have our resort reservations and I'm getting the flights on Tuesday. I'm really hoping SWW will be happening when we're there in May.

I hear ya. I never put stock in those calendars this far out -- I'm surprised that Josh did.

 

[AThrillingChase]

Hopefully.

None of the other themes are on BOTH coasts, though. The DL SW races sold out VERY quickly. WDW half is now at 70%, but RC & 10K are sold out, with 5K at 99%. I wonder how many runners that is total between the 5K, 10K and half on BOTH COASTS??

Looks like enough geeks ARE into running...

Trust me I'd love it! But I think if they went that way, we would get more of a general classic Disney character theme that applies to most of the races on either coast. In the real world the SW races sell lke hotcakes. But, in RD world they don't sell as quickly as things like wine and dine, princess half, and Dopey (much to my surprise!). Those all sold out in a couple of days (or hours) whereas the SW are still available. That said - you can still find some running gear! I have a pair of sport leggings from victorias secret Pink that are a space print I plan on running one of the races in. And try etsy - I just saw a great tank I am thinking of getting that is running material and says Chewie, we're home.

Ok everyone... Let's all take a collective sigh of relief... Just got this from guest services this morning:

Dear Michael,

Thank you for contacting the Walt Disney World® Resort.

We are excited to hear of your upcoming visit and plans to attend Star Wars Weekends. While we do not have exact dates for the event, we do currently plan on hosting the Star Wars Weekends event in 2016. You can check back on this page for more information as the time approaches: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/hollywood-studios/star-wars-weekend/

We look forward to creating Magic for you and May the Force be With You!

If you have questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact us.



Sincerely,

Lee Hampton
eCommerce Sales and Service Team

PLEASE NOTE: All information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to your visit.

We annoyed them so much they finally gave in and told us something! huzzah!

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

I hear ya. I never put stock in those calendars this far out -- I'm surprised that Josh did.

For the past 2 years (minimum) the calendars have the DHS EMHs in the mid week area for May when they posted the hours...so this year is different which is ringing alarm bells.. I was glad to see comments from Josh ...he is always on top of things IMO

 

[LoKiHB]

For the past 2 years (minimum) the calendars have the DHS EMHs in the mid week area for May when they posted the hours...so this year is different which is ringing alarm bells.. I was glad to see comments from Josh ...he is always on top of things IMO

At first glance it looks like EMH for maybe a special fireworks show? Let's hope not.

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

At first glance it looks like EMH for maybe a special fireworks show? Let's hope not.

By EMH I was referring to the morning EMH...as of right now they are on Sunday mornings which is highly unlikely if they have SWW

 

[hiroMYhero]

By EMH I was referring to the morning EMH...as of right now they are on Sunday mornings which is highly unlikely if they have SWW

With a morning EMH on Sundays and an evening EMH on Fridays, that isn't a good sign. The EMHs at DHS are to draw guests away from MK. There wouldn't be EMHs on those days of the week if SWW are on the plans.

Yulilin, Kenny, and Josh are definitely checking with their Entertainment sources - Entertainment runs SWW, not Sales or Dining. For Josh to post his comments regarding EMHs means his sources can't confirm SWW. He's commenting on Disney information while having the background knowledge that no one can confirm SWW.

I hope the Disney email that Loki received is accurate. My concern is that it's generated by a Sales CM and only links to info that may or may not be correct... Mulch, Sweat, and Shears info was only removed from the website a couple of weeks after their final performance date.

Everyone should still proceed with caution while making plans for Spring visits.

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

With a morning EMH on Sundays and an evening EMH on Fridays, that isn't a good sign. The EMHs at DHS are to draw guests away from MK. There wouldn't be EMHs on those days of the week if SWW are on the plans.

Yulilin, Kenny, and Josh are definitely checking with their Entertainment sources - Entertainment runs SWW, not Sales or Dining. For Josh to post his comments regarding EMHs means his sources can't confirm SWW. He's commenting on Disney information while having the background knowledge that no one can confirm SWW.

I hope the Disney email that Loki received is accurate. My concern is that it's generated by a Sales CM and only links to info that may or may not be correct... Mulch, Sweat, and Shears info was only removed from the website a couple of weeks after their final performance date.

Everyone should still proceed with caution while making plans for Spring visits.

you put that much better than I did! My background thoughts are like others on this thread that they weren't planning on doing SWW and just pawning Season of the Force off on us. Due to the volume of e-mails I believe they are now scrambling to make it happen but aren't sure how to work it all in with the chaos that is now DHS. Again Disney - I'm available to come down and help you plan it all out if you need the extra input

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

For the past 2 years (minimum) the calendars have the DHS EMHs in the mid week area for May when they posted the hours...so this year is different which is ringing alarm bells.. I was glad to see comments from Josh ...he is always on top of things IMO

I know what you're saying, but these certainly aren't always right for different events. I know several times being turned around by similar assumptions re MNSSHP and the 7pm close, for instance, only to have them switch those around closer to the dates. I don't count on those this early for that reason.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

My background thoughts are like others on this thread that they weren't planning on doing SWW and just pawning Season of the Force off on us. Due to the volume of e-mails I believe they are now scrambling to make it happen but aren't sure how to work it all in with the chaos that is now DHS.

That would be interesting. Would fly in the face of the popular DIS meme that Disney doesn't care about guest feedback...

I still don't think that I've ever seen/heard anything SOLID to suggest that they weren't doing SWW in 2016.

I WORRIED about it WAY BACK on page whatever (!!) after hearing about SotF, but never heard anything SOLID, IMO.

I'd be really surprised if ANY division was sending out confirmation emails like this -- instead of just the form letters we all received prior -- if they're not having the event. Anything COULD happen, but that seems unlikely to me... unless this is a rogue CM just going off the website!

Fingers crossed...

 

[msmama]

That would be interesting. Would fly in the face of the popular DIS meme that Disney doesn't care about guest feedback...

I still don't think that I've ever seen/heard anything SOLID to suggest that they weren't doing SWW in 2016.

I WORRIED about it WAY BACK on page whatever (!!) after hearing about SotF, but never heard anything SOLID, IMO.

I'd be really surprised if ANY division was sending out confirmation emails like this -- instead of just the form letters we all received prior -- if they're not having the event. Anything COULD happen, but that seems unlikely to me... unless this is a rogue CM just going off the website!

Fingers crossed...

I'll be honest, it seems like a rogue CM going off the website to me. Especially since he attached the website.

I'm not convinced it's not happening, I just think it's weird that Disney would tell one random CM but not all the others who have been getting that same question.

 

[LATJLP]

I'm heading to Disney in Nov/Dec and they have changed the EMH listings at least twice for that trip. I had a Crystal Palace breakfast set for 8 am....because park opened at 9am....well it was changed and now opens at 8am.....ruining my hope of getting some Main Street photos nearly empty....so I cancelled Crystal Palace. On another date I was planning to leave DHS late afternoon and have dinner with some friends.....they added an evening EMH, so I had to switch dinner dates, lol. They may have changed other dates but I didn't have plans that effected it.

So, I'm saying that EMH has been very fluid this year....because others are talking about their plans being "ruined" by changing EMH.

Other thing I noticed....the website page on SWW that was quoted in The letter says Summer 2016 at the top....but if you go to the last section "Know Before You Go" and expand it...there it says SPRING 2016. Not sure if that has been there all along. I believe last year it also said Summer....but was held in May/June. I hope they aren't really planning to move it to summer-summer.....because May/June is already too hot for those who are roaming in costume and us guests....any later and you're going to have lots of people passing out....not to mention bringing in the SWW crowds to a park time that is already crowded beyond reason. Please....Disney can't be that crazy can they!? Oh god, lately, yeah they could be.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

I'll be honest, it seems like a rogue CM going off the website to me. Especially since he attached the website.

I'm not convinced it's not happening, I just think it's weird that Disney would tell one random CM but not all the others who have been getting that same question.

If we don't see ANY OTHER letters like this anytime soon, then I'd agree that there's a decent chance of that. A reason to write AGAIN?? To a different place??

 

[LoKiHB]

If we don't see ANY OTHER letters like this anytime soon, then I'd agree that there's a decent chance of that. A reason to write AGAIN?? To a different place??

I sent my email last night around 9 PM and got my answer this morning around 8:30 AM. I would encourage EVERYONE to send one. In my email, I laid it on pretty thick. My son's 10th birthday, favorite place, favorite event. Already booked DVC points and worried about losing them, etc... I don't know if that makes a difference or not. What I do know is that the more replies like mine we get, the better we'll all feel.