Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[jimim]

i called back dining to check again for sat the 13th for the deluxe. right now i have sun booked but that is our dinner with the characters so that's a lot for one day. and i scored a sat now! so keep calling people. stuff opens up and it does quick!

 

[yulilin3]

I remember earlier convo about a Lego station at Darth Mall. Will that be just as busy? Same as merch line or different?

Last year it was inside Darth's Mall so you have to make the line, if there is any, to go in. Once inside the Lego station is only about a 5 minute building process experience ,so even if there's a line it'll be fast

 

[yulilin3]

ok so more questions. . . parade is 11. so we need to check in for 10. it's most likely going to be crazy. you all thinking 10 is early enough? also we all will be in same boat for parade to get our spots cause will all be checking in pretty much. . . is it me or is it going to be kinda nutty. people will be lining up at 9 for a 10 checkin for an 11 parade.

jim

People lined up 30 minutes before the suggested time by Disney last year. So if you want a guaranteed front spot line up at 9:30

 

[lovethattink]

I remember earlier convo about a Lego station at Darth Mall. Will that be just as busy? Same as merch line or different?

It was very well streamlined last year. A few times there were lines, but mostly it was walk up.

 

[mamadragona]

Folks were talking about it being crazier for weekend 1, I'm going 5/16, soi guess that is what I'm wondering. Right now I have a mall visit in my plan for AM before the parade while I check in. Now I'm thinking about switching things around to do have them do Baymax then? Ugh. So much to consider!

 

[yulilin3]

Folks were talking about it being crazier for weekend 1, I'm going 5/16, soi guess that is what I'm wondering. Right now I have a mall visit in my plan for AM before the parade while I check in. Now I'm thinking about switching things around to do have them do Baymax then? Ugh. So much to consider!

Yes, weekend one mornings are not good at the mall

 

[Itinkso]

Folks were talking about it being crazier for weekend 1, I'm going 5/16, soi guess that is what I'm wondering. Right now I have a mall visit in my plan for AM before the parade while I check in. Now I'm thinking about switching things around to do have them do Baymax then? Ugh. So much to consider!

I think you should stay with the Mall plans. Even if your family were near the front of the line for Hiro and Baymax, their meet begins at 10:30. It's reported that they aren't rushing people through the meet so you'll be far too late for the parade.

 

[AThrillingChase]

Folks were talking about it being crazier for weekend 1, I'm going 5/16, soi guess that is what I'm wondering. Right now I have a mall visit in my plan for AM before the parade while I check in. Now I'm thinking about switching things around to do have them do Baymax then? Ugh. So much to consider!

I went opening day in 2013 and the AM line was something like 2-4 hours depending on which CM you asked. I don't know that it would be the same on day 2, since most of that was probably resellers or those looking for limited edition merch. But it was sure enough to scare me away from ever trying the morning again! We went back at like 6 and didn't have to wait.

 

[mexxican]

Spent the day at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, I guess I didn't miss anything except the official FTF announcement? I guess I'll call and cancel VIP in the am. also, can we use disney gift cards for DTech?

 

[k9muttlover]

SotS on the 24th will be with Warwick Davis and Silas Carson....so if you're fans of them, I think it would be worth making the effort to see. It will be James Arnold Taylor talking with these two about their careers, the shows they have done, etc. If you're not fans of them or your husband doesn't know/care who they are, then the pre-show is definitely fun, but I'm not sure I'd come just for it (especially if he's not a fan), but your mileage may differ.

If you are interested and hubby is not, maybe make him a FP or two to do while you are in the show?

Thanks Connie - this is very helpful!

 

[k9muttlover]

Question re: Feel the Force Premium Package. We are considering doing this, but it would be the day we fly in. We'd miss the motorcade but could easily make it in time for SotS and the dessert party. Is this do-able or would it be a waste?

 

[Delilah1310]

No Star Wars because I want to buy one there so it'll make sound effects

Wait ... WHAT??!!

Please tell me more!!!

 

[FAMof5Cruisers]

So, all shows are at Theater of the Stars. Where is this located? Is it where Beauty and the Beast is usually held?

 

[DisneyCrazy123]

Does anyone know how the viewing would be for symphony in the sky from the Fantasmic seating area? I currently have a fast pass for the 9:00 Fantasmic and now I am rethinking this.

 

[coluk003]

@yulilin3 here's what I've got so far and could use some of your advice in either moving things and where to put in Darths Mall.

Get to the park around 6:30am. id like to be as close to the rope as possible if not AT the rope. I'm a bit short, but im also an adult so not sure if id ask or if anyone would let me get in front of them.
Run over to chewie and get a picture, I can live without it but id be pretty disappointed if i didn't do it. He comes out at 8:00Am correct?
Breakfast is at 8:10Am at sci fi.
Hopefully have sister 2 in line for the credentials at 9AM ( we have the 99 dollar package)
Watch the parade, geek out as im in the back of the parade route up to the stage. Maybe if they let us ill wave at all the little jedi, I really do love kids )
After that and the stage show, go over to ST for 11:35 AM - 12:35 PM FP
FP for Show BtF rebels(so excited for this)at 1:45(from package)
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM TSMM FP
3;15 star of the saga ( excited more for the preshow then anything lol)
5:50-6:05 Little mermaid
Ewok Tale My Short Story 5:15pm
Obi Wan and Beyond 7pm

Summon the Force Pre Show and Symphony in the Stars 9:30pm
Where would you slot in the mall and the great movie ride? I know my sister wants to do GMR, me its really lame and outdated lol but its not all about me

Ill probably ask again once the weekends actually start to see if anything changes on this year recommendations, buts hows that look.

Sorry for all the details

 

[yulilin3]

So, all shows are at Theater of the Stars. Where is this located? Is it where Beauty and the Beast is usually held?

Yes, it's called Theater of the Stars. Beauty and the beast will be performed only 3 times I the morning during sww

 

[Metz172]

all the seats are good unless you sit on the bleachers. I would be there 30 min before each show. When you say "good seats" what are you refering to?

I meant that we have pretty much guaranteed seats. I keep seeing posts about people with fast passes for the show talking about being in line an hour before the show. I was double checking that I don't need to do that and will still get seats.

 

[Venaros]

Went to my first Star Wars Weekend last year and can't wait to again! I loved the Symphony in the Stars fireworks show. By far my favorite fireworks I've seen at Disney.

 

[Itinkso]

Does anyone know how the viewing would be for symphony in the sky from the Fantasmic seating area? I currently have a fast pass for the 9:00 Fantasmic and now I am rethinking this.

All guests leave the Fantasmic amphitheater as soon as Fant ends. There is no view of the fireworks from within the amphitheater.

It's best to switch out your Fant FP and plan to attend the 2nd Fant. It won't be too crowded so you shouldn't need a FP.

 

[DisneyCrazy123]

Itinkso, thanks for the info and idea to go to the second Fantasmic. I have tentatively booked the Feel the Force Premium Package. The Deluxe was sold out. Does anyone have any thoughts about how crowded the reserved viewing area will be for the parade and the fireworks.