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

[C-CMom]

I have a list of "outside DHS" viewing of fireworks, and have printed a map, however, am a bit uncertain how CLOSE do we need to be to hear the music (at least a little) and have "some" view of fireworks? (the current show in May, not the new show reported with projections)

We may switch some things to go see on a park day (have hoppers, so may choose to do so), but if we can hear some music and see "most" of the show from outside, I may be satisfied.

I may also do a trial run on a non-park day.

Thanks for any info!

 

[yulilin3]

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?!?!

1) many here have said that they feel the dessert party is worth it. One more thing to consider is that for June the new fireworks/projection show should be up and it looks like you won't be able to see much of the projection from the Echo Lake/Prime Time area. We won't know until it starts
2) A lot of food for sure but that depends on how much you eat at the buffet and the dessert party

 

[yulilin3]

I have a list of "outside DHS" viewing of fireworks, and have printed a map, however, am a bit uncertain how CLOSE do we need to be to hear the music (at least a little) and have "some" view of fireworks? (the current show in May, not the new show reported with projections)

We may switch some things to go see on a park day (have hoppers, so may choose to do so), but if we can hear some music and see "most" of the show from outside, I may be satisfied.

I may also do a trial run on a non-park day.

Thanks for any info!

The ability to hear the music from outside the gates of DHS depends, a lot, on wind direction. There are nights where you can faintly hear it from the flag poles right before bag check and there are nights where you can't hear the music at all. If you have no other option but to watch from outside the gates have the video of the show queued up on youtube and start it at the fireworks time

 

[3smithboys]

1) many here have said that they feel the dessert party is worth it. One more thing to consider is that for June the new fireworks/projection show should be up and it looks like you won't be able to see much of the projection from the Echo Lake/Prime Time area. We won't know until it starts
2) A lot of food for sure but that depends on how much you eat at the buffet and the dessert party

Thanks! That is true about how much we eat for sure.... I guess I just don't want to "waste" either experience...lol... always trying to get my $$$ worth!! I will have to keep reading to see where the best viewing spots are, and I'm sure you will keep us all posted on those as the info becomes available!! So, I will just have to decide if we want to fight through the June crowds and find our own spot... or attend this party (if they even have it!!) (such decisions!!)

 

[C-CMom]

The ability to hear the music from outside the gates of DHS depends, a lot, on wind direction. There are nights where you can faintly hear it from the flag poles right before bag check and there are nights where you can't hear the music at all. If you have no other option but to watch from outside the gates have the video of the show queued up on youtube and start it at the fireworks time

Thanks, I may try a little harder to get us back over there (+ get value from my Hoppers!). Back to the calendars...

I will do the "personal" music plan as a back up. Good idea. I have done that with Wishes - not quite the same, but not bad.

Thanks again!


EDTA - - just viewed a youtube video of the current FW show - Wow, looks great! Will indeed, try rearrange the schedule to be inside the park. Maybe twice...

 

[DisneyMomma1216]

Does anyone have any speculation of when the Dessert Party for May will become available to book? I've been on all day refreshing lol.

 

[yulilin3]

Does anyone have any speculation of when the Dessert Party for May will become available to book? I've been on all day refreshing lol.

not today, probably be opening tomorrow

 

[DisneyMomma1216]

not today, probably be opening tomorrow

Any idea of the time? I know it's going to be quite popular, and I don't want to miss our chance to book a table.

 

[yulilin3]

Any idea of the time? I know it's going to be quite popular, and I don't want to miss our chance to book a table.

no clue on time, I would check the site at 7am, the dessert party hasn't really sold out but now that they are cutting the days it might be more popular

 

[Mimsy Borogove]

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.

Aha! That's why all the press last night as we were leaving at close. We were wondering what was up. There was also some filming at DAK this morning, looked like a cooking demo of some kind in front of the tree.

 

[yulilin3]

Aha! That's why all the press last night as we were leaving at close. We were wondering what was up. There was also some filming at DAK this morning, looked like a cooking demo of some kind in front of the tree.

Yeah it's the Summer Awakens media event

 

[soniam]

If you scroll down to the bottom of the article, you can see new Star Wars custom MBs at Launch Bay. They have Rey!!!!! I knew it was fate that I couldn't make that R2D2 band last month. I think I know what my new one will be in July

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2016/04/photo...r-carrot-cake-cookie-goes-home-star-wars-etc/

 

[tstidm1]

Question about the Desert Party filling. Is there availability Day of for it? Not sure I want to spend $150 for two to do it, but may do it as a surprise for two weeks from tomorrow. If not, How fast will it fill up especially with only four nights instead of seven?

 

[rteetz]

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.

According to Craig from the Dis, if it's like what they showed on the model this will be the best show in WDW. They will be using 7.1 surround sound which is brand new.

 

[keepswimming76]

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

I just spent 2 hours re-working our trip in May so we can see the SWFW show. It is not scheduled on any of our May nights that we originally planned for HS. I moved dining reservations, fast passes, etc. It better not disappoint, lol!

 

[J and R's mom]

Does anyone have any speculation of when the Dessert Party for May will become available to book? I've been on all day refreshing lol.

The May dates were up for booking yesterday (4/18/2016) and I can see them up right now as well.

Sadly, I needed a Tuesday night, but Tuesday nights are not an option for May.

 

[PrincessWithABlaster]

I just spent 2 hours re-working our trip in May so we can see the SWFW show. It is not scheduled on any of our May nights that we originally planned for HS. I moved dining reservations, fast passes, etc. It better not disappoint, lol!

Glad you were able to make the switch. Enjoy the fireworks. It sounds like they're awesome.

 

[Under the Library]

Party is bookable! I just did one on 5/6 online & have the confirmation email. The system is still giving the unavailable message off and on but all the nights scheduled in the first week of May had the 8:45 slot available.

 

[Ferrentinos]

After the new SWaGS open is there the assumption that the dessert party will continue? Also, what is everyone's thoughts about nightly performances? Does everyone think that it will be every night or continue with the May pattern? We aren't going until August so we have plenty of time but if I need to move around nights, I'd rather take care of that sooner than later! Although, I know we won't know anything for sure until the Mouse reveals it...

 

[momof2halls]

I just booked our May dessert party online!