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

[hiroMYhero]

Since it is announced that Disney Infinity is no more (no new games or updates for the current game) what's everyone's thoughts on the SW Infinity area inside Launch Bay?
They clearly have it to promote the game but now that people can't buy it anymore maybe they will close that area down and put something else?
Or leave it open just for people to spend some time playing?

Is there an entrance and exit door to that area? They should set up a BB-8 photo op. All they need is one Attendant and one Photopass and the line would never need to close to give BB-8 a "break."

Any thoughts or insight into what the dates will be in July for the Dessert Party? Making FP resi on Saturday and would like to be at HS on a dessert night if possible. Thanks.

I agree with yulilin. I think you will be safe with a Sunday, Wednesday, or Friday...Disney had to have calculated data to determine which days for fireworks.

 

[cvjpirate]

I wonder if Disney might not sale the rights to someone for the Infinity game and let them go with it. All depends on how much money can be made.

 

[yulilin3]

Is there an entrance and exit door to that area? They should set up a BB-8 photo op. All they need is one Attendant and one Photopass and the line would never need to close to give BB-8 a "break."


I agree with yulilin. I think you will be safe with a Sunday, Wednesday, or Friday...Disney had to have calculated data to determine which days for fireworks.

BB8 meet and greet would be awesome. The area has entrances on both sides so it could work

 

[Skywise]

Since it is announced that Disney Infinity is no more (no new games or updates for the current game) what's everyone's thoughts on the SW Infinity area inside Launch Bay?
They clearly have it to promote the game but now that people can't buy it anymore maybe they will close that area down and put something else?
Or leave it open just for people to spend some time playing?

Hadn't they also made a rather large investment in the cruise lines to add some Infinity play areas too? In the grand scheme of things it's not a large investment but, still, that's going to have to be rebuilt/redesigned (or like the Star Trek Experience in Las Vegas just "left" there and built around...)

 

[webcreatrix]

you can try calling 407 WDW DINE

It does not, it has high bar tables and about 6 low tables in the front for wheelchairs and their families. If no wheelchairs are in the night of the party other guests can use them

Thanks! This was a concern after I booked this morning because I have a daughter on crutches, but she got the clearance from her doctor today to put her full weight on the ankle she had surgery on. Woohoo! I assume there would be somewhere she could sit, on the ground or elsewhere, if she gets tired of standing. I think she will be good by then, though.

 

[JayLeeJay]

Congratulations to everyone getting their reservations this morning. I tried for 6/26, but it said no tables available. I was able to get one for 6/29, so now to change up all my FPs and ADRS again to accommodate this change. Still, I'm really happy to get this!

If you are still interested in June 26, you should try again. I was just able to book for a party of 2 for that date. I checked and there was availability for larger groups, as well.

 

[JeninTexas]

Thank you @JayLeeJay. I just saw that but now have everything arranged to do it on the 29th. Of course, if Jungle Book dining packages are released tomorrow, I'll probably have to be re-arranging plans again!

 

[Dittz]

We just made reservations for the desert party for June 3rd, we can not wait!!!

We'll be there the same night.

 

[nvrenoughdisney]

It was supposed to open in June, rumors are that they are waiting for show pieces to begin rehearsals. I'm assuming we will get it in July

Sorry to be redundant but I don't know much about the fireworks and changes taking place. We will be there from June 20-29, so I should just plan on the old fireworks show, which would be shown on the 22, 24, 26, and 29? None of which fit well with my plans of course! I thought it would be every night...

 

[yulilin3]

Sorry to be redundant but I don't know much about the fireworks and changes taking place. We will be there from June 20-29, so I should just plan on the old fireworks show, which would be shown on the 22, 24, 26, and 29? None of which fit well with my plans of course! I thought it would be every night...

that's the current schedule with the old fireworks. The schedule is out until June 29th

 

[MickeyReeds]

Just double checking that if I must cancel the dessert party, it is refundable, if I cancel 24 hours in advance?

 

[yulilin3]

Just double checking that if I must cancel the dessert party, it is refundable, if I cancel 24 hours in advance?

Right, and you will see the cancellation policy as you are booking.

 

[MickeyReeds]

Right, and you will see the cancellation policy as you are booking.

Thank you so much for the quick reply! I had the reservations started, but was at the add credit card info and could not find the cancelation policy! You were right--it was there before I had to confirm!

Just booked 6/24!

 

[ScarletFire]

How many days in advance do dessert party ADRs open?

Thanks ya'll.

 

[Cluelyss]

How many days in advance do dessert party ADRs open?

Thanks ya'll.

They've been doing them about a month in advance the last few months.

 

[chicagodisfan]

@chicagodisfan Thanks for the mini-report. I was planning to arrive at 8:15 with my son for JTA sign ups. Sounds like it will work! Thanks for the info on the different line procedures, as well!

Glad to help! Yes, 8:15 am should work great. When they let everyone in my DH said that there were about 40 people ahead of them to sign up and they got the second show. If you could see the look on our faces when they moved all the kids over to the new area to line-up the second day! We both thought, "But wait, we know the old way!" We moved the boys back and forth at least twice as we tried to figure it out. I'm so glad it worked out. I wanted to make sure to report the new info here!

So are the high bar tables tall enough that a child would not be able to use them comfortably? I have a 9 yo going, and he is about 4'6".

My just turned 10 year old is only a couple inches taller and he was fine at the high tables. He stood at the table with us while my younger two stayed in the stroller.

 

[chicagodisfan]

Can someone compare the dessert party at HS vs MK? We went to the one at MK a few years back and weren't impressed (limited view blocked by trees, couldn't see castle projection show, assigned seating, etc) Seeing the popularity for the Star Wars one, I'm intrigued! Thanks

We did the Wishes dessert party two years ago and had pretty much the same impressions as you did. We had a nice time and a good assigned table but ended up standing by the rails anyway. It just wasn't something we had to do again. We did the SW dessert party last week and loved it! It was a much better experience. The view of the fireworks is great and they are so close you really feel like they are right above you. The food offerings are much better and many are Star Wars themed and in general are more inventive. The frozen Nutella was great as was the bread pudding with toppings. They have a great assortment of fruit and cheese and both scooped ice cream and ice cream novelties. And the mixed drinks were really good. It had more energy and felt more like a party that the Wishes dessert party too. I'm not sure if it was the high tables or maybe the drinks. Ha! We would definately do it again! Hope that helps!

 

[yulilin3]

Ok, I want to be her friend and hang out with her and I also want a Chewie mask Enjoy

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10209653193067040

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Ok, I want to be her friend and hang out with her and I also want a Chewie mask Enjoy

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10209653193067040

This is THE BEST!!! I love this woman!!! "I'm such a happy Chewbacca!"

 

[Cluelyss]

Ok, I want to be her friend and hang out with her and I also want a Chewie mask Enjoy

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10209653193067040

My SIL got DS got one of these for his birthday last week. It. Is. Awesome. So far, DH has worn it far more than the kids.