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

[yulilin3]

Thanks to @HopperFan From the Orlando Sentinel

The Force became clearer at Disney's Hollywood Studios Monday night, but only for a select few.

As part of the summer media preview that runs through Wednesday, media were able to see a scale model of the Grauman's Chinese Theatre and how the new, bigger, longer "Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular" fireworks show will incorporate projections onto the theater's facade.

Unfortunately, Disney wouldn't let media take photos or video of the model.

The current fireworks show is just shy of nine minutes and incorporates audio dialogue from all of the Star Wars films including last year's blockbuster "The Force Awakens." The new show will use bigger fireworks batteries and add rooftop pyrotechnics that will be even closer to the audience and stretch the show to 15 minutes, said Michael Roddy, show director at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.

 

[ArielSRL]

last weekend in May should update this Friday, maybe hold and see. I have a feeling there will be fireworks the entire Memorial weekend

Any idea if they will stick with this schedule for June or b/c its busier, show them every night?

 

[yulilin3]

Any idea if they will stick with this schedule for June or b/c its busier, show them every night?

June will see the debut of the new show, I'm thinking it'll be every night at least through the summer months, so until mid August

 

[Supermom3]

last weekend in May should update this Friday, maybe hold and see. I have a feeling there will be fireworks the entire Memorial weekend

Do you have a feeling if it will be the new firework show for Memorial Day weekend? We will be in WDW Tuesday, May 24th-Monday, May 30th. My original plan was to see the SW fireworks on Tuesday 5/24, but I've adjusted our schedule to be in DHS on Wednesday 5/25 so we can see the SW fireworks. Our plan was to be in AK on Sunday 5/29 with the hopes of seeing RoL. Since that doesn't seem to be happening, I was thinking that maybe the new SW firework show might be showing on that night, and we could hop over there.

I sure would love to finalize our plans, but I'm finding this week to be very stressful to plan more so than any other trips we have taken.

 

[Cluelyss]

Do you have a feeling if it will be the new firework show for Memorial Day weekend? We will be in WDW Tuesday, May 24th-Monday, May 30th. My original plan was to see the SW fireworks on Tuesday 5/24, but I've adjusted our schedule to be in DHS on Wednesday 5/25 so we can see the SW fireworks. Our plan was to be in AK on Sunday 5/29 with the hopes of seeing RoL. Since that doesn't seem to be happening, I was thinking that maybe the new SW firework show might be showing on that night, and we could hop over there.

I sure would love to finalize our plans, but I'm finding this week to be very stressful to plan more so than any other trips we have taken.

Nothing has been released at this point, but most recent rumors point to a June 5 start date for the new show.

 

[yulilin3]

Do you have a feeling if it will be the new firework show for Memorial Day weekend? We will be in WDW Tuesday, May 24th-Monday, May 30th. My original plan was to see the SW fireworks on Tuesday 5/24, but I've adjusted our schedule to be in DHS on Wednesday 5/25 so we can see the SW fireworks. Our plan was to be in AK on Sunday 5/29 with the hopes of seeing RoL. Since that doesn't seem to be happening, I was thinking that maybe the new SW firework show might be showing on that night, and we could hop over there.

I sure would love to finalize our plans, but I'm finding this week to be very stressful to plan more so than any other trips we have taken.

about 2 months ago the HUB had the new fireworks show starting on the 27th. They took that down after a day or two. Now we see SitS on the schedule until the 28th and a rumor that the new one will start June 5th. In other words, who knows, sorry I can't be more help in this. All I can say is leave your evening schedule as open as possible just in case.
I'm going to DHS tomorrow and see if there's any progress on the construction close to centerstage

 

[Supermom3]

Thanks!

 

[momof2halls]

I just checked online and noticed the dessert party for May is still not bookable online. Has anyone had success calling to book?

 

[Cluelyss]

I just checked online and noticed the dessert party for May is still not bookable online. Has anyone had success calling to book?

They normally load the dates a day or two before it's available to book.

 

[yulilin3]

I just checked online and noticed the dessert party for May is still not bookable online. Has anyone had success calling to book?

they are not opened for booking yet, that might change at noon. Or during the day today or tomorrow

 

[chicagodisfan]

Someone on another thread said they called this morning and was told it was sold out for her May dates (I'm sure the CM told her no availability because it wasn't bookable yet). I haven't called yet today but when I called yesterday, the CM put me on hold to talk to her supervisor and came back and said that I'd be able to see it online at the same time that she could reserve it and it should be within 24-48 hours. (I called yesterday around 3:00 pm Chicago time).

 

[yulilin3]

Someone on another thread said they called this morning and was told it was sold out for her May dates (I'm sure the CM told her no availability because it wasn't bookable yet). I haven't called yet today but when I called yesterday, the CM put me on hold to talk to her supervisor and came back and said that I'd be able to see it online at the same time that she could reserve it and it should be within 24-48 hours. (I called yesterday around 3:00 pm Chicago time).

yes, the CM that spoke to the other poster just saw no availability because they are not open for booking yet. When it's open they will see the same thing we see, no need to call them, that'll just waste more time, just keep checking the site.

 

[CaLuCa]

please forgive my ignorance...

I'm taking some SW loving 6 year olds late May. I do not see the Trials of the Temple showing up beyond the first week in May. Please tell me it's most likely that they haven't posted the schedule yet, right?

Also, I'd love to see the new show (or even the old one again) but none are showing up for Sunday, May 29. I'm tempted to move our trip back a week...what would you do?

 

[yulilin3]

please forgive my ignorance...

I'm taking some SW loving 6 year olds late May. I do not see the Trials of the Temple showing up beyond the first week in May. Please tell me it's most likely that they haven't posted the schedule yet, right?

Also, I'd love to see the new show (or even the old one again) but none are showing up for Sunday, May 29. I'm tempted to move our trip back a week...what would you do?

Trials of the Temple schedule is loaded until May 7th, they haven't posted the rest of May yet but they will, it'll probably be the same times as it is right now for the first week in May
Fireworks schedule is up until May 28, again they will load the rest probably this Friday

 

[bemccar1]

How must-see are the fireworks?

We were hoping to see them, as we are big Star Wars fans, but there really is no way we can change our 5/14-5/20 plans to see them without putting us in a "not recommended" park + losing ADRs/FP+s.

We don't have Park Hoppers...I just can't justify adding them for ~$150 for fireworks. I miss planning for WDW in 2012. It was actually enjoyable

 

[yulilin3]

How must-see are the fireworks?

We were hoping to see them, as we are big Star Wars fans, but there really is no way we can change our 5/14-5/20 plans to see them without putting us in a "not recommended" park + losing ADRs/FP+s.

We don't have Park Hoppers...I just can't justify adding them for ~$150 for fireworks. I miss planning for WDW in 2012. It was actually enjoyable

hard question...they are the best firework display show on Disney property right now, IMHO. And if you are a SW fan you'll enjoy them even more. Is it worth the extra expense/change of plans, that's up to you and your family.

 

[HCinKC]

I know I am a few days late, but I wanted to say congrats to all of the Dark Side runners! Thanks for sharing your super photos, too. I am so jazzed to do both races in 2017...fingers crossed I can snag spots in both halves. I might be bringing my will-then-be 8yo to one or both for the kids races, too.

ETA: Nvm I answered my own question haha!

 

[yulilin3]

I know I am a few days late, but I wanted to say congrats to all of the Dark Side runners! Thanks for sharing your super photos, too. I am so jazzed to do both races in 2017...fingers crossed I can snag spots in both halves. I might be bringing my will-then-be 8yo to one or both for the kids races, too.

ETA: Nvm I answered my own question haha!

 

[kristenabelle]

that person on another thread was me! I'll be here, giving an update for MDW....continuously refreshing the reservation page...

 

[3smithboys]

I have a Star Wars dessert party question that I suppose is really a personal opinion question.... IF they extend the dessert party into June, I am considering booking it for DH and me... It's just the two of us, and we are going for an anniversary trip. DH is a big SW fan (and I am too, but he really is) however, we have an ADR for Cape May Cafe for dinner that night at 5:15...

So, I guess my questions are...

1) From what I've read on the Dis, out of all of the dessert parties - this seems to be the best one (and the only one that I'm even considering).... still, is it worth doing or is grabbing a spot on Hollywood Blvd or by 50's Prime Time just fine??

2) Are we crazy even considering a dessert party after a buffet dinner?? If we decide to book it, are we better off having a much lighter dinner or are there really only so many desserts one person can eat?!?!