Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[MakiraMarlena]

we lined up for Hamill FP about 45 -50 minutes before the show. great seats too. Lots of sun, some camaraderie in line sharing umbrellas for shade.

 

[yulilin3]

Guys, I think everyone here should give themselves a pat on the back. I can't believe how much was thrown at us over a span of 4 days lol. And now to wait a month...

Also, FWIW, the first weekend I am seeing all of the show FP still available. I just changed my Sunday Obi-wan FP to SOTS in case we can't get that with our FtF premium. I saw on the blog someone said a CM confirmed for him that all FP were gone for all shows (apparently, ever lol). But that is not the case.

This is great news. Hopefully with the packages offering shows some people will release their fp

 

[wdhinn89]

Have they ever had Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman or Ewan McGregor at any of the conventions?

 

[yulilin3]

I really hope they do standby tickets for Frank Oz like they did for Mark Hamill. I'm sure I won't be able to find a fp 30 days out for his show and my daughter is a SW but she's a huge Muppets fan. It would be awesome to watch him live.

 

[Candleshoe]

I really hope they do standby tickets for Frank Oz like they did for Mark Hamill. I'm sure I won't be able to find a fp 30 days out for his show and my daughter is a SW but she's a huge Muppets fan. It would be awesome to watch him live.

I thought you got the package with all the shows?

 

[pookadoo77]

OMG!!!!
Was trying to cut down on waits. Was there a advantage to waiting that hour? I mean if we arrive say 20-30 min before with a fastpass what would be a disadvantage? You get special seat section or just guaranteed spot and sit behind standbys forming in line? TY!
Was gonna FP Oz and get the Maul as FtF show we picked, since I figure all Oz will be gone that morning for FtF first. TY!!
Sweating my FP selection like nobody's business, lol..

 

[wdhinn89]

Called for sww deluxe package on sun 6/7 and was told it's not offered that weekend. Anyone know why?

Call back and get a different CM. Tell them the time is 10:00 am

 

[Tea4Alice]

Called for sww deluxe package on sun 6/7 and was told it's not offered that weekend. Anyone know why?

We have deluxe package booked for 6/7 .

 

[yulilin3]

OMG!!!!
Was trying to cut down on waits. Was there a advantage to waiting that hour? I mean if we arrive say 20-30 min before with a fastpass what would be a disadvantage? You get special seat section or just guaranteed spot and sit behind standbys forming in line? TY!
Was gonna FP Oz and get the Maul as FtF show we picked, since I figure all Oz will be gone that morning for FtF first. TY!!
Sweating my FP selection like nobody's business, lol..

Don't panic. No disadvantage to get there 30 minutes before. Like I've said that theater doesn't have a bad view seat in it. Other than the bleachers in the back you'll get a good seat. People just love being centered with the stage I guess.

 

[pookadoo77]

I really hope they do standby tickets for Frank Oz like they did for Mark Hamill. I'm sure I won't be able to find a fp 30 days out for his show and my daughter is a SW but she's a huge Muppets fan. It would be awesome to watch him live.

Didnt you get a FtF?

If not someone SERIOUSLY has to open a GOFUNDME acct for yall, lol. No seriously....

 

[yulilin3]

I thought you got the package with all the shows?

I got the package for the first Saturday. I have friends marching that day and want a good view and also SotS with McDiarmid was a big draw. Also it tends to get rainier as the weekends progress so that's why I chose the first weekend to do the package

 

[yulilin3]

Didnt you get a FtF?

If not someone SERIOUSLY has to open a GOFUNDME acct for yall, lol. No seriously....

no, seriously don't even!! I got the package for the first weekend, read above why

 

[pookadoo77]

I got the package for the first Saturday. I have friends marching that day and want a good view and also SotS with McDiarmid was a big draw. Also it tends to get rainier as the weekends progress so that's why I chose the first weekend to do the package

Ok, anyone up for a GoFundMe for Yulilin plus 1 for the last weekend Sat or Sun??!!

 

[yulilin3]

Ok, anyone up for a GoFundMe for Yulilin plus 1 for the last weekend Sat or Sun??!!

you guys have been too generous with your kind words and all. Don't worry about it, I'll find a way in

 

[emelee1053]

I find all of this very confusing. Not enough information and what there is is scattered over several sites. I was trying to come up with a schedule for our primary day at SWW and this is what I have so far. Any comments, suggestions, etc., would be greatly appreciated. SW stuff is priority as we will be there for 6 nights and can do the regular stuff anytime.

7:15 arrive at DHS (from BLT we would have to take the very first bus - will it get there in time or do I need a cab?)
7:30 Storm Troopers pre-show
8:00 park opening
10:00 sign in for Premium FtF package
11:00 watch Parade from FtF reserved spot (anyone know where this is? I booked the Premium package if that makes a difference)
1:00 arrive at theatre for 1:45 Rebel show (only one 1 care about as I have FP+ for the other two on different days)
(3:00 GMR FP+)
3:30 Stars of the Saga we have a FP for this Friday but if it's good, he may want to go again)
(4:00 LMA FP+)
5:40 Star Tours FP+
(7:00 Obi-Wan and beyond - we have a FP+ for Saturday so will stick with that)
7:00 arrive at H&V for 7:30 dinner (not sure how long this lasts to meet all the characters)
8:15 (or whatevertime dinner is done - ) Dessert party
9:30 Fireworks preshow
9:45 Fireworks
Questions:
1) Is there a map for 2015 SWW stuff that I can download? Seems like they moved a bunch of stuff from last time and I get lost easily)
2) Does someone have a good specific description of what is included in the FtFPremium package? A lot of info is assuming we know what stuff means...
2) If I read it correctly, we get no-wait admission to Darth Mall. When should we do that, if he does not already have his stuff that he wants to buy?

 

[Felipe4]

I was told when I tried to upgrade to Deluxe Premium package that Frank Oz would not be a FP option. I think I'm calling BS on this. (Deluxe was still not available when I called back, btw. Was told to keep trying periodically in case someone cancels.)

If I have a FP, I really don't see a point in lining up more than 15-20 minutes beforehand. I mean, you have a section reserved for you and you'll be able to see everything so, I guess I just don't see the point in sitting dead center to watch someone talk. Assuming there will be a mic so people can hear farther back.

But MAN am I excited about June 13th now!! The BF will have every Star Wars experience he can: Galactic Breakfast, Parade from Feel the Force section, one or two of the shows, DTechMe, Jedi Mickey Dinner, Dessert Party Fireworks, Fantasmic. I'm pretty sure this day is costing me $500+. This is fine because I just got a check in the mail from my car insurance refunding me the $500 deductible from when a biker ran into the side of my car last year! Woooo!

 

[emelee1053]

Guys, I think everyone here should give themselves a pat on the back. I can't believe how much was thrown at us over a span of 4 days lol. And now to wait a month...

Also, FWIW, the first weekend I am seeing all of the show FP still available. I just changed my Sunday Obi-wan FP to SOTS in case we can't get that with our FtF premium. I saw on the blog someone said a CM confirmed for him that all FP were gone for all shows (apparently, ever lol). But that is not the case.

I've been trying to get the Rebel show for any day of the first weekend, and nothing is available. Am I doing something wrong? I even had a CM check and was told it was full...

 

[yulilin3]

I was told when I tried to upgrade to Deluxe Premium package that Frank Oz would not be a FP option. I think I'm calling BS on this. (Deluxe was still not available when I called back, btw. Was told to keep trying periodically in case someone cancels.)

If I have a FP, I really don't see a point in lining up more than 15-20 minutes beforehand. I mean, you have a section reserved for you and you'll be able to see everything so, I guess I just don't see the point in sitting dead center to watch someone talk. Assuming there will be a mic so people can hear farther back.

But MAN am I excited about June 13th now!! The BF will have every Star Wars experience he can: Galactic Breakfast, Parade from Feel the Force section, one or two of the shows, DTechMe, Jedi Mickey Dinner, Dessert Party Fireworks, Fantasmic. I'm pretty sure this day is costing me $500+. This is fine because I just got a check in the mail from my car insurance refunding me thge $500 deductible from when a biker ran into the side of my car last year! Woooo!

He's going to love it!!!

 

[yulilin3]

I've been trying to get the Rebel show for any day of the first weekend, and nothing is available. Am I doing something wrong? I even had a CM check and was told it was full...

do you have something already booked on Tier 1?? or is any other fp conflicting with the times of the show?

 

[cinder-ellah]

Can anyone tell me about "Trading with Jawas" ?