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

[wilkeliza]

Galactic nights was awesome and never felt over crowded. Signs kept saying hour waits for BB8 but everyone said it was a lie and only 20. I met him at Celebration so had no problem skipping. I had no problem getting photos of just the characters (I didn't want one with me and most of them) and my geeky little heart exploded at the sheer number of droids who were in the Animation Court Yard. Special shout out to the awesome builders who volunteered their time to bring their droids out.

Only bad note I had was some of the attendees. Lots of irrate guests being nasty to each other. One guy started a shouting match because a family and couple next to him both refused to let him squeeze in for the motorcade. I totally agreed with the people who showed up and waited. Based on the fact he was yelling at only 1 and not all 6 I think something else was at play. I almost went and got security but the guy finally left. Also lots of parents showing up last minute and grumbling about us adults who waited for an hour. On top of that even though I found the even pretty well managed people were cursing loudly over 3 feet discrepancies or being told they were at an exit instead of an entrance. Also lots of people trying to stay who didn't buy but CMs handled it superbly and it is the first time I saw security walking up and down and escorting people out who refused to leave.

 

[wilkeliza]

The poster we all got.

 

[wilkeliza]

Massive K2SO

 

[Mom2Stitch]

Thanks to everyone sharing, keep them coming!!

 

[JennLTX]

This is all so great! Thanks to all of you for posting!!!!

 

[lchuck]

Update for those watching for June (and later) tours...I received a call from a CM this morning and was told they are in the process of "retooling" the tour which is why June dates haven't been released yet. I couldn't get more info than that, but it sounded like they will still be offering a tour, it may just be different from the current version. She was hopeful that more information will be released soon, but no specific timeline was available. FYI, I received the call because I had sent an email asking about when dates would be available. She did say that emailing was much more effective than calling for availability because the phone calls are taken by people who can do little more than check availability whereas emails are checked by those who have slightly more info available to them.

On another note, is "Galactic Nights" something they will be offering in the future or was it a one time deal? Some of what was written made it sound like it could be a multi-time event, but I would imagine it wouldn't involve the celebs portion, as those people were just in town for Celebration.

 

[JennLTX]

Update for those watching for June (and later) tours...I received a call from a CM this morning and was told they are in the process of "retooling" the tour which is why June dates haven't been released yet. I couldn't get more info than that, but it sounded like they will still be offering a tour, it may just be different from the current version. She was hopeful that more information will be released soon, but no specific timeline was available. FYI, I received the call because I had sent an email asking about when dates would be available. She did say that emailing was much more effective than calling for availability because the phone calls are taken by people who can do little more than check availability whereas emails are checked by those who have slightly more info available to them.

On another note, is "Galactic Nights" something they will be offering in the future or was it a one time deal? Some of what was written made it sound like it could be a multi-time event, but I would imagine it wouldn't involve the celebs portion, as those people were just in town for Celebration.

I'm confused. I have the tour booked on June 7.

 

[lchuck]

I'm confused. I have the tour booked on June 7.

I'm just going with what I was told, but I know several people mentioned that those who had booked already in June had done so through a fluke in the system. I have no idea what that means for your tour based on what I was told, but I guess we'll find out sometime in the next couple of weeks.

 

[DisneyBK]

For what it is worth. I had been checking Disneyworld.com to see when July was available to book. I called the day I saw it and have called every day since for maybe 10 days now. Each time I have called, they have said almost the exact same thing: The system shows it is available for June and July but the dates have not been "released yet". On a couple of the calls, the operator did indicate that some people were allowed to book "accidentally". i.e. (my interpretation) The dates were released for a short period of time but then made unavailable shortly thereafter - which is consistent to what lchuck said above.

 

[JennLTX]

For what it is worth. I had been checking Disneyworld.com to see when July was available to book. I called the day I saw it and have called every day since for maybe 10 days now. Each time I have called, they have said almost the exact same thing: The system shows it is available for June and July but the dates have not been "released yet". On a couple of the calls, the operator did indicate that some people were allowed to book "accidentally". i.e. (my interpretation) The dates were released for a short period of time but then made unavailable shortly thereafter - which is consistent to what lchuck said above.

I've emailed DSS since they got the reservation for me, to see what they have to say. And Disney does have my money for the tour!!!

 

[wilkeliza]

Update for those watching for June (and later) tours...I received a call from a CM this morning and was told they are in the process of "retooling" the tour which is why June dates haven't been released yet. I couldn't get more info than that, but it sounded like they will still be offering a tour, it may just be different from the current version. She was hopeful that more information will be released soon, but no specific timeline was available. FYI, I received the call because I had sent an email asking about when dates would be available. She did say that emailing was much more effective than calling for availability because the phone calls are taken by people who can do little more than check availability whereas emails are checked by those who have slightly more info available to them.

On another note, is "Galactic Nights" something they will be offering in the future or was it a one time deal? Some of what was written made it sound like it could be a multi-time event, but I would imagine it wouldn't involve the celebs portion, as those people were just in town for Celebration.

Having been there all I can say is they spent way way way too much on signage and other stuff for it to be a 1 time thing. All CMs I spoke with hintes heavily on it being done again.

 

[JennLTX]

Having been there all I can say is they spent way way way too much on signage and other stuff for it to be a 1 time thing. All CMs I spoke with hintes heavily on it being done again.

I think some time between June 3 and June 10 would be an outstanding choice.

 

[baloo's girl]

We went last night and had a blast. It never felt too crowded. I wish the stars in cars parade has some characters walking, like some storm troopers or such. It was literally just a few convertibles with some stars. Maybe 10 cars total?

The rockin roller coaster was awesome. They had Galactic nights posters in the inside que. Then the ride itself played Star Wars music. Stars were projected and the rest of the space was in the dark. A little like space mountain, if you will. It was so cool. Ride waits were minimal, 10 minutes at most?

Kids got to meet a jawa near gift shops/trader store near Star Tours. Jawa was willing to trade, but we didn't bring anything with us. Storm troopers were near boarding area of Star Tours, looking for rebel spies.

Overall, a fun evening. It was our only Hollywood Studios day on this trip, so it hit all the marks for us. My kids said it was the best night of their lives.

 

[FastPasser]

All CMs I spoke with hintes heavily on it being done again.

No hinting required because Disney has said it on the Disney Parks Blog.

"Star Wars Galactic Nights will return for select dates and we look forward to sharing more information in the future.
Jennifer Fickley-Baker on January 13, 2017 at 10:27 am"

 

[JennLTX]

I've emailed DSS since they got the reservation for me, to see what they have to say. And Disney does have my money for the tour!!!

Just spoke with Kevin at DSS, and he first confirmed our tour is solid, then said he hadn't heard anything about it being reformatted. He also said he's booked it for other CL guests recently. Not sure what's going on with all that!!!

 

[Dikran]

I think some time between June 3 and June 10 would be an outstanding choice.

May 4th would be even more outstanding

 

[leiaorgana]

Its just been announced that the planet they're adding to Star Tours is Crait from The Last Jedi! I can't wait!

 

[JennLTX]

Its just been announced that the planet they're adding to Star Tours is Crait from The Last Jedi! I can't wait!

AAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[wilkeliza]

May 4th would be even more outstanding

I would say May 4th is solid. They already released May 4th merch photos for the parks at Celebrations.

 

[rteetz]

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...heir-collaboration-on-star-wars-themed-lands/