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

[soniam]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

The lack of chairs and space isn't an issue for us. I figure there are ways to workaround these things, like getting there early to get a table. DH and I don't really need to sit, and DS is usually willing to sit on the ground or under the table I can see it being an issue for others though. My main issue is getting a good viewing spot, and I think that can be accomplished by leaving the party a little early. We would probably still do it even if they raised the price some. I still feel it's a better value than the Wishes party, and it's still a little cheaper.

 

[mom2rtk]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

You now, they do a more limited capacity dessert party at DCA for World of Color with seating at tables. We haven't done it, but it's getting rave reviews.

 

[yulilin3]

You now, they do a more limited capacity dessert party at DCA for World of Color with seating at tables. We haven't done it, but it's getting rave reviews.

Do you happen to know how much it is? I'm wondering how much people value chairs, even if getting a reservation could be harder

 

[mom2rtk]

Do you happen to know how much it is? I'm wondering how much people value chairs, even if getting a reservation could be harder

It's $79. Some high top tables in back, low top tables in front.

 

[yulilin3]

It's $79. Some high top tables in back, low top tables in front.

Thanks

 

[FastPasser]

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[GaryDis]

I think I'd rather have a chair for the show. I'm likely to bring an inflatable cushion, though I expect we'll have to stand to see.

I don't want the quality or variety of food to go down, though I can live without the free booze. I care more about having a convenient place to eat than to actually be able to sit, so the tall tables are fine as long as we can get one (or half of one, since it's just the two of us). And I want to have a good view of the show, preferably without having to leave Launch Bay early, keeping in mind that I'm only 5'6". I'd be willing to pay a bit more plus have a cash bar for a better guarantee of a good view.

Also, there's a good chance that the only thing we buy at F&W is a pair of those trays. And maybe something from the chocolate station.

 

[FastPasser]

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[GaryDis]

Chairs would pretty much give everyone a decent view. But as the show is less than 15 minutes long, having to setup and

What I have in mind is the old DLR F! Chocolate Dessert Party in the DL Art Gallery (now the Dream Suite). It had two rows of (not very comfortable) seats on the balcony, so you really could sit for the show. Of course, it was a longer show, a much different location, and a tiny crowd (15 people). I wish I had brought opera glasses, but otherwise it was well worth it.

I don't think there's any building at DHS where they could do something similar on a suitable scale, but maybe with all the new construction...

 

[msdsman]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

Count me in please!

 

[cel_disney]

We don't NEED chairs at desert party - although having a place to rest ones legs/back for a bit is nice! We would also sit on the floor somewhere if there were room.

I also think seating/good view of fireworks for a FW desert party is higher on my list - and I agree - not having to leave early to get it. It's disappointing to hear that some don't get a good view after doing this, or that they leave launch bay 15-20 min early to secure the good view - leaving behind the drinks and deserts and weather protection!

The open bar is definitely an attractor for us - I would not want cash bar without a price adjustment. If they went to a drink ticket system where they wanted to limit it to give everyone 3 drinks for the party or something instead of 'unlimited', I could cope with that.

 

[GaryDis]

3 drinks for the part

Now there's a money saving idea. Three drinks per person for a one hour party and they wouldn't have to spend a dime on fireworks.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

We'd go for it!

 

[bilnsheldodisney]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

That would work for me. I was swaying on my feet that day since we had been on the go since 7:15 am. I would happily pay more for that situation.

 

[MommaBerd]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

Let me preface my answer by saying DH and I really enjoy Star Wars, but we are far from being super fans. The price point of this party is right on the cusp of being "too much" to take our whole family. If it went up even $5, I don't think it would be "worth it" to me. (It will be a surprise for everyone, so DH doesn't even know the cost right now.) When I compare it to Early Morning Magic, I really start questioning the value of it, even now. But, not everyone in our party would enjoy EMM, so that is a major factor against it and FOR SWaGS.

 

[beesly]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

Chairs would be nice, but I don't know exactly how much more I'd be willing to pay for them. I certainly wouldn't want the price increase to be enough for Disney to make up for cutting the number of attendees by 2/3. I'd be okay with just adding more tables for standing in the party area (of both high and low heights, so that there are more kid-friendly and ADA-compliant places to set down a plate and/or drink).

 

[Missyrose]

I'm going to present a hypothetical scenario:
How would you guys feel if they offered the dessert party with seating, raised the price but limited the number of guests allowed? So instead of the 175 that is now maybe it would go down to 60 so that the chairs can fit

All in on this idea. All in.

 

[bilnsheldodisney]

That would work for me. I was swaying on my feet that day since we had been on the go since 7:15 am. I would happily pay more for that situation.

For what its worth, we had to rent wheelchairs for my in-laws (they are 81 with health conditions that would not allow them to stand for long periods). We paid $12 for each wheelchair. Of course we used them all day...but I would happily pay $10 more for a guaranteed seat.

 

[TinkPirateMom]

I just cancelled my dessert party for tomorrow night for 1 adult and 1 child if anyone is looking for an opening. I'm not sure if that counts as 1 day notice for a refund but I hope so. My Dad unexpectedly is headed into heart surgery today so we had to push our trip back.

 

[bilnsheldodisney]

I just cancelled my dessert party for tomorrow night for 1 adult and 1 child if anyone is looking for an opening. I'm not sure if that counts as 1 day notice for a refund but I hope so. My Dad unexpectedly is headed into heart surgery today so we had to push our trip back.

hope everything goes well for him!