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

[Lynne G]

Yay! October 7 for just me. Hopefully some nice people will want to share a table with me.

Thanks for the heads up! This thread rocks!

 

[Olaf]

Somewhere in this thread I saw some tips for getting the most out of this experience. Can anyone help? Thank you.

 

[kingken]

does anyone know if there is calendar for Hollywood studios star wars night time show, cant seem to find one on website and heard that they will only be doing 4 shows per week in October so need to know if I have to change my day/reservations etc, thanks

 

[Loopster]

does anyone know if there is calendar for Hollywood studios star wars night time show, cant seem to find one on website and heard that they will only be doing 4 shows per week in October so need to know if I have to change my day/reservations etc, thanks

Go to the first page of this thread and see post #11
@yulilin3 keeps it updated on a regular basis.

 

[jlundeen]

Got this response to my email to guest services...they didn't say who they were forwarding to, but I'll post if I hear back from them...

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Dear Jeanne,

Thank you for contacting us regarding the Walt Disney World Resort.

After reviewing your comments, we believe another department within our company can best assist you. We have forwarded your message and you should hear from a member of our Disney Team within 7 days. You may contact us at 407-939-7838 if your concern requires assistance within the next 5 days.

We appreciate your patience and look forward to assisting you.

Sincerely,

Guest Experience Services
Walt Disney World Resort

 

[Tia1977]

I'm hoping to possibly enlist someone's help in opinion if they go on a MNSSHP night within the next couple of weeks and see the SW's fireworks without doing the dessert party. A bonus would be if they've done this before within the past couple of months when the fireworks have been every night, and prior to MNSSHP starting. We went in August and did the dessert party (so amazing btw, my fave "extra" of all time! ). Our view from the reserved section was really mind blowing (we were in the front along the rope) And of course, with the advantage of none of this . I so hoped to do the party again when we're there 10/7-10/16. But, seeing as how we've sold our souls (and most vital organs ha) just to afford being down there 3 times within 12 months, my "extras" budget is depleted ... From all my OCD stalking, I've picked out a spot I want to try. While I've been prepared for having to secure that spot about an hour prior, and for the normal of it; I'm now concerned that the double whammy of #1 not being every night #2 only on MNSSHP nights will affect our sanity in the timing and craziness of the spot I've had in mind....

-Will securing a spot an hour prior still allow for great timing? If not, when do you think we should?

-How is the crazy mob feel to the "best" spots now? The normal Disney fireworks/parade mob, or comparable to omg a special event
-Is the best balance of good viewing/reduced still along the back rope of the reserved section?
Sorry so long, and thank you guys!

 

[afan]

Well, if they are scheduling these opposite of MNSSHP, I am going to assume the same will hold true for MVMCP nights. I guess it is best to go ahead and plan accordingly and start looking for new dining reservations...

Looking at the parties in Oct, there are none on Wednesday's or Saturdays, which is two of the fireworks days. I think it's more of a set schedule. I'm flipping our days thinking they'll have it on Wednesday in November. I'll keep both days ADR's until we know though. I just want the Nov 9th or 10th and wish we knew for sure which days they would do for November.

 

[MinnieMSue]

Got this response to my email to guest services...they didn't say who they were forwarding to, but I'll post if I hear back from them...

*************************************
Dear Jeanne,

Thank you for contacting us regarding the Walt Disney World Resort.

After reviewing your comments, we believe another department within our company can best assist you. We have forwarded your message and you should hear from a member of our Disney Team within 7 days. You may contact us at 407-939-7838 if your concern requires assistance within the next 5 days.

We appreciate your patience and look forward to assisting you.

Sincerely,

Guest Experience Services
Walt Disney World Resort

I just got the exact same email when I inquired about a possible Mama Melrose refurb issue. I am sure mine was sent to dining people. I got everything squared away for the trip and they threw this curveball. Well at least Star Wars is set for us (unless they throw another curveball). His has definitely been the hardest trip to plan ever.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Slightly off topic, any tips on decent quick service for dinner at HS? Since we are doing the desert party, we are planning to not do a full sit down dinner. Our last trip was H&V and SciFi. We have 50s booked for lunch (considering dumping that and just doing QS both meals.

We did the Brown Derby Lounge (outside, no ADRs) on our party night and it worked great - split some apps/snacks and some drinks. Was relaxed and you can see the Star Wars stage show while you eat (not the best angle but not terrible)

 

[peajay18]

Booked our dessert party for Oct 19th - finally!

 

[deide71]

Arrrrghhh! In typical Disney fashion the right hand does not know what the left is doing. I tried to book my October party online, but it does not give you the option of paying with a gift card. I called Disney and asked if I could pay with a gift card. The rep on the phone insists I should be able to pay online with a gift card. When I explain, again, that gift cards are not one of the payment options online she tells me that my gift card balance must not be adequate to pay for the whole thing (????). For the third time I calmly explain that gift card payment is not even an option online, and I ask if I can book over the phone. She checks and comes back on the line to tell me yes, you can pay with a gift card over the phone (hooray!!!) but then tells me that the October party dates are not in her system yet and she cannot book them.

Ummmm, yeah, need a little system work and staff training there.

 

[MinnieMSue]

Arrrrghhh! In typical Disney fashion the right hand does not know what the left is doing. I tried to book my October party online, but it does not give you the option of paying with a gift card. I called Disney and asked if I could pay with a gift card. The rep on the phone insists I should be able to pay online with a gift card. When I explain, again, that gift cards are not one of the payment options online she tells me that my gift card balance must not be adequate to pay for the whole thing (????). For the third time I calmly explain that gift card payment is not even an option online, and I ask if I can book over the phone. She checks and comes back on the line to tell me yes, you can pay with a gift card over the phone (hooray!!!) but then tells me that the October party dates are not in her system yet and she cannot book them.

Ummmm, yeah, need a little system work and staff training there.

Ugh! Sorry about that. So frustrating isn't it? I wish they gave gift card online option for booking things.

 

[Tia1977]

I have another question and this time it's a little , but I thought you guys might know best...The night we want to see the SW's fireworks, 10/8 (a Saturday F&W night btw). The fireworks are scheduled at 7:30, HS closes at 8 with Fantasmic , and Epcot closes at 10 with Illuminations. Do you think there's a chance in leaving HS after SW's fireworks to boat or walk to Epcot and catch Illuminations...without the stress of feeling "rushed"? We wouldn't drag or feet, but I also don't want to feel like we're speed jogging if walking, or nervous if we boat. I understand we won't get an ideal spot for Illuminations once there, and kinda crazy with F&W, but we won't be ready to stop the fun of the night so early at 8 (we're night owls & DD is 14). Any input would be much appreciated

 

[likesdisney]

Managed to switch things around and get a dinner reservation for 430 so that should give me some extra time to get to the dessert party.

 

[jekjones1558]

I have another question and this time it's a little , but I thought you guys might know best...The night we want to see the SW's fireworks, 10/8 (a Saturday F&W night btw). The fireworks are scheduled at 7:30, HS closes at 8 with Fantasmic , and Epcot closes at 10 with Illuminations. Do you think there's a chance in leaving HS after SW's fireworks to boat or walk to Epcot and catch Illuminations...without the stress of feeling "rushed"? We wouldn't drag or feet, but I also don't want to feel like we're speed jogging if walking, or nervous if we boat. I understand we won't get an ideal spot for Illuminations once there, and kinda crazy with F&W, but we won't be ready to stop the fun of the night so early at 8 (we're night owls & DD is 14). Any input would be much appreciated

Absolutely. If you leave Studios at around 8:00, walk at a leisurely pace (takes about 40 - 45 at a regular walk rate), you should be able to get to Epcot by 9:00 easily. You would even have time to wait for a boat.

 

[AGoofykindagirl]

Finally was able to get October 12!!! Marked reservation as need wheelchair accessible. Can't wait !

About it being opposite MNSSHP:
We are staying on property 10-10 to 10-14. 10-12 is the ONLY day for those 5 days without MNSSHP. But we have SW 10-10, 10-12, and 10-14. So I'm not sure what they mean about being opposite.

Like many others age said, thank you Yuli for everything you do to make this thread so informative as well as friendly. I am very grateful!

 

[Tia1977]

Absolutely. If you leave Studios at around 8:00, walk at a leisurely pace (takes about 40 - 45 at a regular walk rate), you should be able to get to Epcot by 9:00 easily. You would even have time to wait for a boat.

Thank you so much!!!

 

[preemiemama]

I just got the exact same email when I inquired about a possible Mama Melrose refurb issue. I am sure mine was sent to dining people. I got everything squared away for the trip and they threw this curveball. Well at least Star Wars is set for us (unless they throw another curveball). His has definitely been the hardest trip to plan ever.

I got a call a few days after I got the same response in June. Like I said, they may do nothing but listen, but at least there is a written record of people being unhappy with this procedure...

 

[jedipenguin]

I'm leaving for WDW tomorrow!! I'll be at the dessert party on Friday. I can't wait! Thank you @yulilin3 for all the great info!!

 

[yulilin3]

At DHS now, they added more benches outside the dessert area, got video and will post tomorrow.