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

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[baloo's girl]

On the Star Wars Galatic Nights party on April 14th, do you think they'll let us into the park early, like they do at MK for MNSSHP and MVMCP?

 

[rteetz]

Okay so we did the Star Wars Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party on Monday. It did not go as expected...

We were at Epcot for a bit and went to meet Joy and Sadness. Well the line was much longer than it looked. I am not complaining because the characters spend an awesome amount of time with guests however it screwed up our schedule. We got to the express bus transportation stop at 6:30, literally just missed the bus probably by seconds. So here we wait. 6:45 the DHS bus arrives. They won't put us on that bus until 7. The bus is there and waiting but they won't take us until the scheduled time. That kind of ticked me off. Nobody else showed up to go on the bus. We get to DHS and then head over to Launch Bay where they were taking down the check in booth, I rush up and ask if we can still check in. The CM Linda said sure and just gave us our lanyards without checking our name since we are so late. She told us we had about 10-15 minutes left to eat. I said okay thats fine.

We go in as most are starting to finish up and head out. Dessert were still plentiful, I had some cupcakes and the weird frozen nitrogen thing they make. I also had some watermelon lemonade. Linda then came back with a manager and told the manager we arrived late. We said we had some bus issues. The manager then apologized and took our name because she said she would give us a partial refund. We really appreciated that and then Linda and her went off to get us some to go boxes to take desserts with us. Linda told us she would escort us over to the viewing area herself since everyone else was pretty much gone.

They brought out three bags with three boxes stuffed to the brim with desserts! Linda then escorted us over and we ended up in the front row since my grandma was in an ECV. We couldn't thank Linda enough and I reached out on Twitter to WDWToday to make sure she gets our compliments.

While it wasn't making full use of the Dessert Party the CMs made it great. I would do it again but make sure we were at DHS at least 30 minutes before check in starts next time.

 

[danikoski]

I am surprised this doesn't include the desert party or some free food or drink like at MVMCP or MNSSHP. Interestingly, I believe the 7 hour tour costs the same, and does include the desert party.

So I just got back home and checked the HUB
Here's what I found

On April 14, from 7:00pm - Midnight, Star Wars fans will be able to experience an all-new Hollywood-inspired special event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Star Wars: Galactic Nights. Tickets are extremely limited and cost $129 for adults and $124 for children ages 9 and under. Guests are able to book now by visiting DisneyWorld.com.


Star Wars Galactic Nights includes:

• Seize the Saga Interactive Scavenger Hunt – Event Guests are challenged to collect Star Wars themed pieces at the photo backdrops throughout the park, revealing a surprise when all items have been collected.
• Rebel Base Activities - The Rebel Base will serve as the event hub with multiple events, hosted shows, Star Wars dance parties and more taking place in the center of the park.
• “Inside the Saga: Celebrity Chat Show” – Guests can catch a celebrity chat show in Epic Theater to learn more about the making of Star Wars films.
• Star Wars photo opportunities – Guests can don their Star Wars finest and enjoy iconic Star Wars backdrops, including Han Solo cast in Carbonite, Jabba the Hutt’s Palace, the Hoth Wampa Cave and more
• Galactic Nights Stars in Cars Motorcade – This procession will welcome in Star Wars celebrities down Hollywood Blvd.
• Imperial March & March of the First Order – Darth Vader will lead a battalion of Stormtroopers on a dramatic march down Hollywood Blvd to the Event Stage. Captain Phasma will also lead a unit of First Order Stormtroopers through the park, pausing to give a demonstration of power and strength.
• “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away” – Guest are able to watch high-energy clips of the best moments from the film saga juxtaposed with character moments on stage, featuring Chewbacca, Darth Vader, Kylo Ren and more.
• “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular” – The skies will come alive with the power of the Force, as the park’s popular Star Wars-themed nighttime spectacular lights up the night
• Other popular attractions will be open, including Star Wars Launch Bay. Additional offerings will include the chance to experience Star Tours-The Adventures Continue attraction, AWR Trooper sightings, roaming droids, Star Wars-themed Food & Beverage, special merchandise and much more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this event be recurring?
Yes. Star Wars Galactic Nights will return for select dates and we look forward to sharing more information in the future.

How is this different from Star Wars Weekends, which was included with admission?
Star Wars Galactic Nights is a ticketed event with a limited capacity, allowing event Guests the opportunity for a more intimate experience with new and favorite Star Wars offerings.

Is Disney’s Hollywood Studios closed during this event?
Yes. This is an exclusive hard-ticket event, available to Guests with a purchased event ticket.

 

[yulilin3]

Didn't you unexpectedly get a good chunk of it today? And you'll be able to do it again in April. Problem solved, what a coincidence.

that's festival of the arts food money
will you be at Epcot today?? Thanks again

 

[yulilin3]

Okay so we did the Star Wars Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party on Monday. It did not go as expected...

We were at Epcot for a bit and went to meet Joy and Sadness. Well the line was much longer than it looked. I am not complaining because the characters spend an awesome amount of time with guests however it screwed up our schedule. We got to the express bus transportation stop at 6:30, literally just missed the bus probably by seconds. So here we wait. 6:45 the DHS bus arrives. They won't put us on that bus until 7. The bus is there and waiting but they won't take us until the scheduled time. That kind of ticked me off. Nobody else showed up to go on the bus. We get to DHS and then head over to Launch Bay where they were taking down the check in booth, I rush up and ask if we can still check in. The CM Linda said sure and just gave us our lanyards without checking our name since we are so late. She told us we had about 10-15 minutes left to eat. I said okay thats fine.

We go in as most are starting to finish up and head out. Dessert were still plentiful, I had some cupcakes and the weird frozen nitrogen thing they make. I also had some watermelon lemonade. Linda then came back with a manager and told the manager we arrived late. We said we had some bus issues. The manager then apologized and took our name because she said she would give us a partial refund. We really appreciated that and then Linda and her went off to get us some to go boxes to take desserts with us. Linda told us she would escort us over to the viewing area herself since everyone else was pretty much gone.

They brought out three bags with three boxes stuffed to the brim with desserts! Linda then escorted us over and we ended up in the front row since my grandma was in an ECV. We couldn't thank Linda enough and I reached out on Twitter to WDWToday to make sure she gets our compliments.

While it wasn't making full use of the Dessert Party the CMs made it great. I would do it again but make sure we were at DHS at least 30 minutes before check in starts next time.

That's is amazing, thanks for sharing.

 

[tstidm1]

I am surprised this doesn't include the desert party or some free food or drink like at MVMCP or MNSSHP. Interestingly, I believe the 7 hour tour costs the same, and does include the desert party.

I'm actually not surprised on this because this is a party during a Peak time. They're thinking they will make more money from folks who are arriving from the Convention Center and Celebration. Maybe, that is a surprise they will do when people get there.

 

[yulilin3]

I am surprised this doesn't include the desert party or some free food or drink like at MVMCP or MNSSHP. Interestingly, I believe the 7 hour tour costs the same, and does include the desert party.

They did a similar event years ago, also when Celebration was held here in Orlando and to mark the Star Tours change , it was called Last Tour to Endor, no food included either.

 

[yulilin3]

On the Star Wars Galatic Nights party on April 14th, do you think they'll let us into the park early, like they do at MK for MNSSHP and MVMCP?

I wouldn't be surprised if they do. The park closes at 7pm that night so it would make more sense to wristband/lanyard all SWGN attendees and check just like during the parties. Not sure if TSMM will have an early closing to avoid having people get in line at 6:59pm. Details won't come out until much later

 

[The Sunrise Student]

I know a lot of our 501st Garrison that is going to SWC Orlando is also going to SW:GN! As a matter of fact there are a bunch of 501st buzzing about the event so I am sure there will be tons more... and we are all inquiring to what level of costume we will be allowed to wear during the SW:GN event... Obviously non masked, but that does mean that if we are allowed there are gonna be some really cool costumes walking around the parks.

Stay Tuned, I'll keep you posted....

 

[yulilin3]

I know a lot of our 501st Garrison that is going to SWC Orlando is also going to SW:GN! As a matter of fact there are a bunch of 501st buzzing about the event so I am sure there will be tons more... and we are all inquiring to what level of costume we will be allowed to wear during the SW:GN event... Obviously non masked, but that does mean that if we are allowed there are gonna be some really cool costumes walking around the parks.

Stay Tuned, I'll keep you posted....

I want to take a pic with Mara Jade (no gun in the holster of course)

 

[lovethattink]

I want to take a pic with Mara Jade (no gun in the holster of course)

At Celebration people are more than happy to pose for pictures. There are so many amazing costumes.

 

[yulilin3]

At Celebration people are more than happy to pose for pictures. There are so many amazing costumes.

I was talking to that specific Mara Jade @The Sunrise Student could totally bring her MJ to the party

 

[The Sunrise Student]

I want to take a pic with Mara Jade (no gun in the holster of course)

While at Celebration you will have to come find me, I will be wearing several costumes throughout the convention

 

[The Sunrise Student]

I was talking to that specific Mara Jade @The Sunrise Student could totally bring her MJ to the party

Right now Hubby and I are in debate mode as to what we can bring to the party, Officers and Mara Jade are part of our debate We'll have to see if we are allowed to bring that high of a quality costume in... Disney's concern is always that we will be mistaken as CMs.

 

[Tiggerette]

I know a lot of our 501st Garrison that is going to SWC Orlando is also going to SW:GN! As a matter of fact there are a bunch of 501st buzzing about the event so I am sure there will be tons more... and we are all inquiring to what level of costume we will be allowed to wear during the SW:GN event... Obviously non masked, but that does mean that if we are allowed there are gonna be some really cool costumes walking around the parks.

Stay Tuned, I'll keep you posted....

Yep, I was wondering if face paint (aka Twi'lek alien) would be acceptable since you could see the face. Does anyone have insights from the Halloween parties about face paint?

Another example: (not-too-scary) Zombie Stormtroopers.... if the face is easily visible, but has minor prosthetics like pieces of moss or face paint. Has anyone seen (not-too-scary) Zombies during the Halloween parties?

 

[tstidm1]

I wouldn't be surprised if they do. The park closes at 7pm that night so it would make more sense to wristband/lanyard all SWGN attendees and check just like during the parties. Not sure if TSMM will have an early closing to avoid having people get in line at 6:59pm. Details won't come out until much later

I called Disney Tickets on this question yesterday. Your Galactic Nights ticket will get you into DHS at 5 PM that evening. I also mentioned this in the Celebration thread post about this yesterday. I think they want to avoid the Villains event isuses, so it may be much smaller amount of tickets than for MVMCP or MNSSHP.

 

[Tiggerette]

Right now Hubby and I are in debate mode as to what we can bring to the party, Officers and Mara Jade are part of our debate We'll have to see if we are allowed to bring that high of a quality costume in... Disney's concern is always that we will be mistaken as CMs.

I saw replica-type costumes at the Halloween party this year. There was a gorgeous Cinderella in blue ball gown, and just lovely Belle in the yellow ball gown. There were also a few Princes in their finery. My personal favourites were the high quality costumes with a unique twist... I think I saw a ball gown lit up with fairy lights (LEDs), and a few clever mash-ups. I really enjoyed the creativity of those.

There's also the rule about not being allowed to take photos with other guests, though I assume if they're your "friends" that you're "meeting up with" at the park, you could all get a photopass taken together as a group. I definitely hear you about the high-quality costumes, but I think in this instance, since Disney is calling out the various rules for costume, that you're okay with your officer or Mara Jade for example. I think it might be more difficult not to be "in-character" like we usually are at our costuming troops. In this instance (the DHS party) we're not "on" like at troops, we're just a part of the party. (It'll be sooooo neat and kinda wierd in that way.)

 

[yulilin3]

I called Disney Tickets on this question yesterday. Your Galactic Nights ticket will get you into DHS at 5 PM that evening. I also mentioned this in the Celebration thread post about this yesterday. I think they want to avoid the Villains event isuses, so it may be much smaller amount of tickets than for MVMCP or MNSSHP.

thanks I will add this information to the first page

 

[The Sunrise Student]

I saw replica-type costumes at the Halloween party this year. There was a gorgeous Cinderella in blue ball gown, and just lovely Belle in the yellow ball gown. There were also a few Princes in their finery. My personal favourites were the high quality costumes with a unique twist... I think I saw a ball gown lit up with fairy lights (LEDs), and a few clever mash-ups. I really enjoyed the creativity of those.

There's also the rule about not being allowed to take photos with other guests, though I assume if they're your "friends" that you're "meeting up with" at the park, you could all get a photopass taken together as a group. I definitely hear you about the high-quality costumes, but I think in this instance, since Disney is calling out the various rules for costume, that you're okay with your officer or Mara Jade for example. I think it might be more difficult not to be "in-character" like we usually are at our costuming troops. In this instance (the DHS party) we're not "on" like at troops, we're just a part of the party. (It'll be sooooo neat and kinda wierd in that way.)

Disney holds 501st Legion and Rebel Legion to a bit of a different standard than someone whom is not with the organization... both these organizations have been working with Disney for years.... so it gets kinda tricky.... we like to make sure we keep that relationship in good condition, and hold ourselves a little more accountable.