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

[Delilah1310]

The new show along with the dessert party has been offered nightly since it debuted in June

oh, that makes it easy, then!
HAHAHA!
thanks!

 

[yulilin3]

oh, that makes it easy, then!
HAHAHA!
thanks!

Doesn't mean that it'll continue this way but just keep an eye on this thread, every time they update the calendar I update the first page

 

[disneymath]

Glad you and @Claudia1 has posted these reviews. Honestly, this show is a little frustrating for me... Going for DS2's first trip and I doubt he can wait an hour to an hour and a half to watch this show. So it's either the dessert party or missing the show. Judging from the reviews, I sort of wish the dessert party were still outside, seems easier and looks like they had much more space then.

The party moving inside LB (where the heat and/or rain are not factors, and where there are things for people to see/do) was actually the deciding factor for us. Had it still been outside, we likely would have opted out. As @yulilin3 said, unfortunately there are logistical challenges at DHS that even the dessert party can't address 100%. Since you seem willing to go in with a game plan though, I would think you'll have a good experience.

 

[MinnieMSue]

I will most likely have to use a rollator walker. I will need to sit on the seat during fireworks. Do you think I will be allowed into the wheelchair area? Also do you think my 12 yr old will be allowed in with me? Also I hear a lot of talk about stairs at the party as well as crowds. Is it going to be very difficult for me to navigate around? I planned on a drink or two but am thinking I might not be able to carry it and food to a table. I would need a table close to the food and then maybe I could just walk to get what I want without the walker. Just wanting opinions on how hard this is going to be. We plan to go October 1 for my daughter's 13th birthday. Oops I guess she wil not be 12 anymore the.

 

[yulilin3]

I will most likely have to use a rollator walker. I will need to sit on the seat during fireworks. Do you think I will be allowed into the wheelchair area? Also do you think my 12 yr old will be allowed in with me? Also I hear a lot of talk about stairs at the party as well as crowds. Is it going to be very difficult for me to navigate around? I planned on a drink or two but am thinking I might not be able to carry it and food to a table. I would need a table close to the food and then maybe I could just walk to get what I want without the walker. Just wanting opinions on how hard this is going to be. We plan to go October 1 for my daughter's 13th birthday. Oops I guess she wil not be 12 anymore the.

Launch bay has a ramp and wheel chair accessible tables that are close to the food and drinks, I think you'll be able to use them and the reserved outdoor section, also your daughter will have no problem staying with you

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Judging from the reviews, I sort of wish the dessert party were still outside, seems easier and looks like they had much more space then.

Same here. We had to arrive early, but once we got a decent table at least we had a home base for the whole evening. And the viewing wasn't cramped. Really not happy with these changes from the reviews. To potentially have to trek to tables just to eat? Eesh.

I have this booked for 6 of us for my sister's boyfriend's first trip to WDW. Now I'm worried it'll be a logistical nightmare to both be able to eat together at a decent spot, and to see the show together from a good spot. Too expensive to have to worry about this!

I also have it booked for a second night BEFORE the six of us go, just for DS11 and I -- I guess now that'll be our dry run!!!

 

[yulilin3]

Same here. We had to arrive early, but once we got a decent table at least we had a home base for the whole evening. And the viewing wasn't cramped. Really not happy with these changes from the reviews. To potentially have to trek to tables just to eat? Eesh.

I have this booked for 6 of us for my sister's boyfriend's first trip to WDW. Now I'm worried it'll be a logistical nightmare to both be able to eat together at a decent spot, and to see the show together from a good spot. Too expensive to have to worry about this!

I also have it booked for a second night BEFORE the six of us go, just for DS11 and I -- I guess now that'll be our dry run!!!

the walk from the food to the farthest tables possible (the ones in the outside courtyard) is about the same distance as it was in the outdoor location. Also people tend to check in and then wait for the party to open; there are 5 tables outside the roped off area, right by the meet and greets that you can grab before the party opens, and they are right next to the 2 benches. When I meet with Dissers this past week I waited for them there, they got inside just before 8pm, met with me and just grabbed those tables while everyone else made a line just to get into the desserts area.

 

[glvsav37]

Hi all (and hi @yulilin3 )

Have not kept up with this tread bc we are at the world...but have a question.

We have the early moring Magic planned for this week. Mainly bc we have to sign our kids up for Jedi academy

So question...are they allowing the EMM folks to sign up before the park open?

 

[yulilin3]

Hi all (and hi @yulilin3 )

Have not kept up with this tread bc we are at the world...but have a question.

We have the early moring Magic planned for this week. Mainly bc we have to sign our kids up for Jedi academy

So question...are they allowing the EMM folks to sign up before the park open?

first I hope you are having a great time
Second: we've been waiting for your confirmation on this
Y don't think anyone has been able to say if you can or not

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

the walk from the food to the farthest tables possible (the ones in the outside courtyard) is about the same distance as it was in the outdoor location. Also people tend to check in and then wait for the party to open; there are 5 tables outside the roped off area, right by the meet and greets that you can grab before the party opens, and they are right next to the 2 benches. When I meet with Dissers this past week I waited for them there, they got inside just before 8pm, met with me and just grabbed those tables while everyone else made a line just to get into the desserts area.

Thanks for this, @yulilin3!! Will give this a shot on Fri with DS!!

 

[yulilin3]

Thanks for this, @yulilin3!! Will give this a shot on Fri with DS!!

there are 2 ways to get in and out of the party, by the Kylo meet and by taking the stairs straight to the Cantina, they have that door open to go directly to the outside tables

 

[CJK]

(the ones in the outside courtyard)

I was hoping you could explain where these tables are located? Are they outside the Launch Bay altogether? I can't picture in my mind where there is a courtyard. TIA!

ETA: You may have just answered my question in the post above mine! The outside tables are near the meet & greet exit?

 

[yulilin3]

I was hoping you could explain where these tables are located? Are they outside the Launch Bay altogether? I can't picture in my mind where there is a courtyard. TIA!

ETA: You may have just answered my question in the post above mine! The outside tables are near the meet & greet exit?

if you're familiar with the building, after you enter Launch Bay there's this small courtyard. They open the side Cantina door so people have easy access in and out

 

[yulilin3]

Side note on this courtyard, if you notice the change in color on the floor, they used to have the handprints of 5 of the 9 original 9 men from Walt Disney's animation. After they changed from Animation to Launch Bay they took them away, I hope not destroyed

 

[Claudia1]

Is it ok if I link your review to the first page?

Yep.

 

[Claudia1]

@Claudia1 ... I agree that the spears weren't all that imaginative, but we (kids and adults) enjoyed them. It was nice to have options other than sweet desserts.

Yes, it was nice to have something not-so-sweet. The Wishes Dessert Party had some cheese and crackers but it was predominately desserts. This Dessert Party had less desserts and more finger foods, which made it look like less of a dessert party and more of a finger food party to me.

 

[Sydnerella]

first I hope you are having a great time
Second: we've been waiting for your confirmation on this
Y don't think anyone has been able to say if you can or not

Perhaps things have changed since then and this is why people are inquiring now, but when we went in February 2016 they were already signing kids up during Morning EMH and that is when we signed our kids up.

 

[yulilin3]

Perhaps things have changed since then and this is why people are inquiring now, but when we went in February 2016 they were already signing kids up during Morning EMH and that is when we signed our kids up.

the poster is asking specifically about EMM not EMH. They are still signing kids up during EMH.

 

[bilnsheldodisney]

i will ask about jedi training when we are there Wed morning. My dh is too old to do it so I am jedi clueless - but I will get the info for you guys. What do you want me to ask and where do I ask.

 

[asbyrneva]

Hi
Wondering about Trading with the Jawa. Do you think old CD's would work? - Shiny and metallic
Thanks