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

[yulilin3]

At Citywalk, about 10 people in front of us for the 7pm showing. Gladly we are under roof part and it should provide shade for most of the day

 

[xApril]

Finished checking in. Guests number 25, 26, and 27 for our theater. Got our lanyards, event credentials, and a BB-8 pin. They are telling us to be back at Cirque by 3pm. They have tape down for the lines of the different theaters. Gonna be interesting. Hope weather stays decent.

 

[yulilin3]

Finished checking in. Guests number 25, 26, and 27 for our theater. Got our lanyards, event credentials, and a BB-8 pin. They are telling us to be back at Cirque by 3pm. They have tape down for the lines of the different theaters. Gonna be interesting. Hope weather stays decent.

I would be there by 2. Have fun today

 

[HCinKC]

I'll be 45 in March. And I tear up at every news report and commercial about Star Wars, lol...I will be a mess at the actual movie...

Speaking of, advice anyone-?
I had reserved seats for us on Christmas Eve, but then read the fine print, and my soon to be 4 year old cannot go to a PG13 movie at this theater, they have an age policy. Flix Brewhouse, no 2-5 yrolds at anything but G.
Sooo, getting a refund on those tickets, and going to a regular theater.
Do you think a party of 7 will have trouble getting seats together at a 10am showing on Christmas eve? They have 9, 10, 12, 1, etc... How early do you think we should show up? I've never been to a movie this popular so close to opening day, and on Christmas Eve.

Can you check other showings leading up to see if they are selling out? We are going on Monday because pretty much everything is sold out through the weekend. Only sporadic seating, and I needed four. It is reserved seating. If it looks like things are tapering off leading up to your day, I wouldn't worry about it. I would imagine Christmas Eve wouldn't be terribly busy.

WOO HOO! Went over on eBay and found it for a Buy It Now price of $11. Thank you!

Hmm, I might check inter library loan... Let us know if there are any really good bits!

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

How EXCITING!! We're not seeing it until Monday but I'm just smiling reading all of your reports!

OK problem - according to online sources Disney is now officially (yes, I know this was the rule in the past but they slacked off of it) letting people age 14 and up wear "costumes" - DD (just turned 16) wants to wear her Jedi outfit to Launch Bay - we're rule followers but it's hard for me to implement this one - I mean it's pants, a tunic, a belt - not really a 'costume' but also not really completely everyday clothes....any thoughts?

 

[yulilin3]

How EXCITING!! We're not seeing it until Monday but I'm just smiling reading all of your reports!

OK problem - according to online sources Disney is now officially (yes, I know this was the rule in the past but they slacked off of it) letting people age 14 and up wear "costumes" - DD (just turned 16) wants to wear her Jedi outfit to Launch Bay - we're rule followers but it's hard for me to implement this one - I mean it's pants, a tunic, a belt - not really a 'costume' but also not really completely everyday clothes....any thoughts?

I would wait for reports, I'll ask this weekend to see how they are inforcing it.
Also for people doing Run Disney, apparently this includes the races as well
No more Stephanie/Sabine at Disney

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

I would wait for reports, I'll ask this weekend to see how they are inforcing it.
Also for people doing Run Disney, apparently this includes the races as well
No more Stephanie/Sabine at Disney

Thanks! I'm carrying this stress alone right now - haven't had a chance to tell DH yet and don't want to tell DD until I have to....am seriously thinking about just chancing it (having spare clothes with us just in case). I know they are trying to keep everyone safe and I'm all about that but DD looks cute dressed like a Jedi (and like Elsa) not threatening or scary.....UGH

 

[hiroMYhero]

How EXCITING!! We're not seeing it until Monday but I'm just smiling reading all of your reports!

OK problem - according to online sources Disney is now officially (yes, I know this was the rule in the past but they slacked off of it) letting people age 14 and up wear "costumes" - DD (just turned 16) wants to wear her Jedi outfit to Launch Bay - we're rule followers but it's hard for me to implement this one - I mean it's pants, a tunic, a belt - not really a 'costume' but also not really completely everyday clothes....any thoughts?

It doesn't sound as if she will make it beyond the first security checkpoint. Disney is currently stating no adults in costume for MNSSHP so attire that is a costume will definitely not be allowed on a regular park day.

Her only hope would be if she is petite and looks very young for her age. When CM friend goes to MNSSHP in costume, parents admonish their children not to block the view of the "little girl" - who happens to be 26!

 

[yulilin3]

If they have a proper security check and metal detectors, maybe a strict rules of no fake weapons of any kind, I don't see why people can't go in costume to mnsshp

 

[soniam]

I think the costume thing is about visibility, identifiability, and searchabiity. Basically, don't wear masks or cumbersome, baggy, or big (ie clocks, robes) clothes, and no toys that represent weapons. I think they want to be able to look at people quickly to identify them as a potential threat. Certain clothing can make that difficult. If they need to search you or have you go through the metal detectors, they don't want clothing that will block that. They are private business and can do what they want. However, I don't know how they are going to define what is and is not a costume in certain cases? I guess we will have to wait an see how strict they are going to be.

@Good Morning Dewdrop I saw pics of your daughter from this year. Unless she has changed drastically, she probably could pass for 14. Don't tell her that though. Right now she might hate looking young, but once she's over 30, she'll love it I remember getting carded for R-rated movies in college

 

[HopperFan]

It doesn't sound as if she will make it beyond the first security checkpoint. Disney is currently stating no adults in costume for MNSSHP so attire that is a costume will definitely not be allowed on a regular park day.

Her only hope would be if she is petite and looks very young for her age. When CM friend goes to MNSSHP in costume, parents admonish their children not to block the view of the "little girl" - who happens to be 26!

Another thing that may factor ... and I thought of this before today's enforcement was announced ..... at Star Wars Weekends the guests costumes were great and encouraged. It helped make it a fun event, like MNSSHP. But with Star Wars Land and the anticipation of a much greater Star Wars presence now and later w/characters - I would assume they would now not want guests dressed up and enforce the rule on a daily basis.

 

[hiroMYhero]

If they have a proper security check and metal detectors, maybe a strict rules of no fake weapons of any kind, I don't see why people can't go in costume to mnsshp

I have to believe that the best security people have been consulting on this latest policy. The metal detectors at the bag checks are basically the latest or last step in the security check process to enter MK.

With thousands of guests swarming in through TTC and Monorail resorts, the undercover security CMs are everywhere along those entry points. Detecting potential danger amongst guests in those areas would be easier if guests weren't in costume. Perhaps by MNSSHP, they'll have increased the use of metal detectors at all entry pathways to MK?

Disney must believe that a no costume policy for MNSSHP is better than metal detectors at all the Deluxe Monorail stations.

 

[Jfsag123]

Currently struggling to resist running around my house muttering "it's Star Wars day!" over and over. I'm the only one here right now, so there's no one to share my joy. We finished re-watching Return of the Jedi last night right before the kids went to bed and I have been pumped ever since. How early do you all think we should show up to the theater tonight? We have reserved seats for the 7pm showing, so I'm not worried about fighting for theater placement, but I'm wondering how bad lines for concessions and things are likely to be. I was thinking of getting there an hour early. Sound okay?

 

[hiroMYhero]

Currently struggling to resist running around my house muttering "it's Star Wars day!" over and over. I'm the only one here right now, so there's no one to share my joy. We finished re-watching Return of the Jedi last night right before the kids went to bed and I have been pumped ever since. How early do you all think we should show up to the theater tonight? We have reserved seats for the 7pm showing, so I'm not worried about fighting for theater placement, but I'm wondering how bad lines for concessions and things are likely to be. I was thinking of getting there an hour early. Sound okay?

Is it a huge theater complex? I know concessions lines can be very slow at times but if it's a complex with more than one concession area, an hour is fine with reserved seating.

I'm excited for you and everyone else who will watch TFA tonight! MTFBWY!!!

 

[maiapapaya]

How EXCITING!! We're not seeing it until Monday but I'm just smiling reading all of your reports!

OK problem - according to online sources Disney is now officially (yes, I know this was the rule in the past but they slacked off of it) letting people age 14 and up wear "costumes" - DD (just turned 16) wants to wear her Jedi outfit to Launch Bay - we're rule followers but it's hard for me to implement this one - I mean it's pants, a tunic, a belt - not really a 'costume' but also not really completely everyday clothes....any thoughts?

Lots of young people disbound - dress in a manner that tips it's hat at a particular character without being a costume. She could be ok with the pants and a simple tunic. If it's an elaborate one, with lots of draped fabric it may not pass. I don't think they can say anything about a simple belt (like a lot of jedi costumes have). Just have her wear another shirt under the tunic and if there's a problem she can easily remove it.

 

[cvjpirate]

Disney Dinning just posted a video from Disney Springs. They have a strange black droid, anyone know who that is?

 

[moobar25]

Checked in at 2:15 and got 62-64 for our cinema. So excited!!!


Here's the beginning of the line

 

[Serena {LivingByDisney}]

Guess who won the Disney Parks Blog giveaway for tickets to tonights event?! Ahhhh!!! I'm so excited! I never win anything. Seriously. I'm still in shock. Tickets for the movie and then the event at Hollywood Studios tonight til 2am. I will be scoping the event- the fans at Disney Springs, fireworks, dance party- the whole thing. Here's the link to watch on browser. Download the free Periscope app to comment and chat with me. If there's anything you want to see then definitely do that so you can tell me. https://www.periscope.tv/serenalyn

 

[tarak]

I have to believe that the best security people have been consulting on this latest policy. The metal detectors at the bag checks are basically the latest or last step in the security check process to enter MK.

With thousands of guests swarming in through TTC and Monorail resorts, the undercover security CMs are everywhere along those entry points. Detecting potential danger amongst guests in those areas would be easier if guests weren't in costume. Perhaps by MNSSHP, they'll have increased the use of metal detectors at all entry pathways to MK?

Disney must believe that a no costume policy for MNSSHP is better than metal detectors at all the Deluxe Monorail stations.

I'm curious about how the metal detectors will affect the time needed to enter the parks. My toddler has a pacemaker and can't go through metal detectors. The wands are even more problematic. She gets patted down by TSA and she's fine with it (she's flown a lot). So if it's necessary at Disney, we'll roll with it. But I hate the idea of having to add an extra half-hour to travel time for security. Which doesn't mean I don't understand the need for it. I remember when the loaded gun was left on Dinosaur and the next guest found it.

And just to try to keep this on the topic of Star Wars, my daughter's last surgery was on May 4th. I managed to, just barely, stop myself from telling her surgeon "may the fourth be with you."

 

[soniam]

I'm curious about how the metal detectors will affect the time needed to enter the parks. My toddler has a pacemaker and can't go through metal detectors. The wands are even more problematic. She gets patted down by TSA and she's fine with it (she's flown a lot). So if it's necessary at Disney, we'll roll with it. But I hate the idea of having to add an extra half-hour to travel time for security. Which doesn't mean I don't understand the need for it. I remember when the loaded gun was left on Dinosaur and the next guest found it.

And just to try to keep this on the topic of Star Wars, my daughter's last surgery was on May 4th. I managed to, just barely, stop myself from telling her surgeon "may the fourth be with you."

Right now it's random. So, she may not get picked. Hopefully, they won't pick on children.