Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[yulilin3]

I can't remember is Ashley going to be at GG signing too?

yes she is http://www.disneyparksmerchandise.com/events/galactic-gathering/?instance_id=

 

[The Sunrise Student]

yes she is http://www.disneyparksmerchandise.com/events/galactic-gathering/?instance_id=

Very Awesome.... I have stuff to buy from her too... BUT... we are hoping to buy the event poster at GG and have her sign it then... Getting On celebrity Autograph down before SWW official begins

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

<rant> I was listening to a podcast and "SWW" came up as the topic. It was like they were slowing turning a screw into my brain. "And there are many actors coming. Like Ian MAC. MAC.... why do I get the hard names?? MAc DIAAAREDMUD is coming. And the most popular character is Darth Maul of course. Along with other characters like BOBO FETT."


BOBO FETT!?!?!?!?!?!!?!!?!!??!

It made me question the validity of everything else they were talking about. If they're just winging this and doing a real ****** job of "selling it", then what else are they wrong on? One of the speakers then spoke up though and started giving the straight talk on the weekends as she had been there previously. How on paper, it looks like it'll be huge crowds and crazy, but everyone is pretty chill and everyone wants each other to have a good time. </rant>

Oh gosh yes the podcast team are not sw fans and I just want to write to them and be like... You guys know by acting like this your alienating part of your fan base right?

Also the fact that they are all huge Disney nerds... Which a large portion of the adult population would make fun of. You'd think they'd be more understanding to sw fans.

 

[jennab113]

Some merchandise artist signing info
http://www.disneyparksmerchandise.c...WaltDisneyWorldResortEventSnapshotMay20150020
Ashley Eckstein confirmed to sign Her Universe purchases at the Mall from 3:30pm to 4:30pm every weekend
from DPB Visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Fridays – Sundays for Star Wars Weekends. Darth’s Mall is expanding to a three-location complex and is your one-stop galactic destination for commemorative merchandise.

Jason Fry! Of course he's there Weekend 2 when my SWW time is very limited. Looks like I am just not going to get any sleep!

Okay, I'm confused. At the bottom, it says "Limit TWO (2) items signed per Guest. We ask that you bring no personal items to be signed." Does that mean I can't bring my Star Wars Rebels Servants of the Empire books to be signed?

 

[Felipe4]

We have a high of 55 here in New England. May 1st is projected for a high of 48. I'm a delicate flower so I break out my heavier coats in 50 and below, so I'll definitely be welcoming the warmth!

Sidenote: My friend and I are going to attempt to make an R2D2 cake this weekend for our cast party of William Shakespeare's Star Wars. I'll let you guys know how it turns out! It's going to be made of 6" cakes for the body, half a ball cake for the head, and rice krispies treats for the legs.

 

[OZMom]

We have a high of 55 here in New England. May 1st is projected for a high of 48. I'm a delicate flower so I break out my heavier coats in 50 and below, so I'll definitely be welcoming the warmth!

Sidenote: My friend and I are going to attempt to make an R2D2 cake this weekend for our cast party of William Shakespeare's Star Wars. I'll let you guys know how it turns out! It's going to be made of 6" cakes for the body, half a ball cake for the head, and rice krispies treats for the legs.

Where are you from Felipe4? We're in Southeastern CT. I'd be interested to see how the cake turns out. DS5 wants a Star Wars cake for his birthday, so I might have to borrow your design

 

[yulilin3]

Jason Fry! Of course he's there Weekend 2 when my SWW time is very limited. Looks like I am just not going to get any sleep!

Okay, I'm confused. At the bottom, it says "Limit TWO (2) items signed per Guest. We ask that you bring no personal items to be signed." Does that mean I can't bring my Star Wars Rebels Servants of the Empire books to be signed?

I'm thinking they want you to buy something from the artist there. When Ridley Pearson comes to sign his books you must buy the book there you cannot bring your copy from home

 

[jennab113]

On a non related SW topic. Who thinks Rey is a Skywalker or maybe a Solo?

I know this is from 15 pages ago, but I really want her to be a Solo. Mostly because I really want Han and Leia to still be together. As a kid, they were my OTP and in my head, they lived happily ever after (even without the EU books). If this movie wipes that out, I will be super sad. Dreamy, elementary school Jenna will be heartbroken.

 

[jennab113]

I'm thinking they want you to buy something from the artist there. When Ridley Pearson comes to sign his books you must buy the book there you cannot bring your copy from home

Ah okay. That stinks, but the books are only $7, so I can buy a second copy of one of them to get signed.

 

[yulilin3]

Again, sorry that this is unrelated. But if anyone has a couple of hours to do some sightseeing outside of WDW. Madame Tussaud is opening May 4th and if you watch this video, at minute 1:19 you will see a very cool photo-op. Can't wait to check it out for myself
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/busi...dame-tussauds-orlando-list-20150428-post.html

 

[yulilin3]

Ah okay. That stinks, but the books are only $7, so I can buy a second copy of one of them to get signed.

bring your copy just in case

 

[HCinKC]

It can, however, be hard to maneuver a stroller or wheelchair in a Rope Drop crowd rushing to JTA, even on a non-SW day. Without running people over. If you can ditch it temporarily, perhaps with another adult, I highly recommend it.

This is what we are doing on a non SWW day. One of us will take ODS to JTA in the no bag line while the other takes the stroller and junk through bag check. Sigh. I don't mind having a place to toss all the junk (and the baby ), but sometimes it is annoying to drag a stroller around.

From Texas and the humidity is horrendous also!

We're in KS, but I am glad to be used to humidity. We get pretty cold, too. Running the gamut on weather sure helps when we travel!

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

Where are you from Felipe4? We're in Southeastern CT. I'd be interested to see how the cake turns out. DS5 wants a Star Wars cake for his birthday, so I might have to borrow your design

jumping in here briefly - we lived in Groton, CT for 10 years Not missing the winters or the high heating bills (imagine a 1919 Victorian with NO insulation and oil heat).

On another note - in 2 weeks we will be at WDW! Planning on arriving at 6 am - check in to AS Music (not likely they'll have a room but often we luck out) and then off to DHS for EMH!

 

[HCinKC]

jumping in here briefly - we lived in Groton, CT for 10 years Not missing the winters or the high heating bills (imagine a 1919 Victorian with NO insulation and oil heat).

On another note - in 2 weeks we will be at WDW! Planning on arriving at 6 am - check in to AS Music (not likely they'll have a room but often we luck out) and then off to DHS for EMH!

Arriving at 6am AND heading to a park!?! I am so NOT a morning person.

 

[Felipe4]

Where are you from Felipe4? We're in Southeastern CT. I'd be interested to see how the cake turns out. DS5 wants a Star Wars cake for his birthday, so I might have to borrow your design

I'm a Jersey transplant in Boston.

 

[lovethattink]

It was 52 when my son got on the bus this morning, in a t-shirt It's supposed to be 65 today and it will be one of the warmest days we have had since November, most people will be in t-shirts, possibly some shorts even. Last night I think it was in the 30's. We had negative temps pretty regularly here this winter as well . One day it was 35 and DH was out shoveling snow in a sweatshirt because it was so "warm"

Brrrrr! Winter coat, long johns, the whole works!

 

[Good Morning Dewdrop]

Arriving at 6am AND heading to a park!?! I am so NOT a morning person.

LOL we are so motivated - just can't wait to get to Disney each time. Often (like this trip) we will drive down overnight (10 hour drive), check in and hit the parks (take a shower if there is time - I love a hot shower after a long drive!). We'll stay at the parks until 6 pm or so - head back to the resort for a swim and dinner and then hit the hay (we're morning people). We're all looking forward to scoping out DHS prior to "the" weekend so we have a good general feel for where everything is (I know where characters should be from all of the advance info and from last year but seeing things in place is even better!). Planning on being at DHS on Thursday afternoon to do that!

 

[The Sunrise Student]

I'm a Jersey transplant in Boston.

Oh then you are so ready for SUMMER! You guys got slammed with snow!

 

[OZMom]

jumping in here briefly - we lived in Groton, CT for 10 years Not missing the winters or the high heating bills (imagine a 1919 Victorian with NO insulation and oil heat).

On another note - in 2 weeks we will be at WDW! Planning on arriving at 6 am - check in to AS Music (not likely they'll have a room but often we luck out) and then off to DHS for EMH!

We are in Mystic! Gotta love those seaport era houses, drafts, old plumbing and all

 

[Barbara C]

I'm a Jersey transplant in Boston.

We are in Mystic! Gotta love those seaport era houses, drafts, old plumbing and all

I'm in CT too!! I live in southwestern CT - right on the NY border. It's supposed to hit 70 degrees today - yahoo! But chilly again for the weekend. We won't be at SWW until the last weekend in May. It should be good and HOT by then!