Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[MickeyMinnieMom]

One vip dad and one dpp dad are making the line for the dpp area...it really isn't necessary.

So it's really not worth lining up much ahead of time for the VIP dessert party, then? We can really expect that much space and free tables? What time would you suggest, @yulilin3?

 

[Kaschper]

I just saw a picture on instagram that was either a magic shot or aurasma, not sure which, of someone force pushing some storm troopers! If anyone comes across this, can you post where it is? Thanks so much!!!

We ran into the photographer next to the spot for boba fett. There is a red gate just to the right if you are looking at boba's spot. The indication you have the right photographer is he has a lightsaber. He did two shots, 1) you hold up a lightsaber and the image is of you fighting Vader. 2) you hold you hands out in a push and the image is of two trooper being "forced" away. We have MM if that made any difference I don't know.

Also we ran into Jawas outside the Back Lot Express, they might have been going to Darth's Mall.

 

[pixeydust]

A question for the people who signed up for the FTF package: How long did it take to get your credentials? Is the process pretty quick? Thanks in advance.

Very fast, took about 2 or 3 minutes - we arrived at 10:30 to get our credentials and still had an unobstructed viewing area for the parade! Also, our area was really well monitored by cast members who quickly pounced on anyone without credentials.

Those of you that have already done the deluxe package did you think it was worth it? Specifically the desert party? Was it packed? did you get enough deserts and drinks ? We have this booked and I just wanted to make sure it wasnt going to be a let down! TIA!

It was really packed, there are plenty of deserts and drinks but desserts were just so-so and non-alcoholic drinks were just apple and pomegranate lemonade, water, teabags & hot water and coffee.

 

[coluk003]

Very fast, took about 2 or 3 minutes - we arrived at 10:30 to get our credentials and still had an unobstructed viewing area for the parade! Also, our area was really well monitored by cast members who quickly pounced on anyone without credentials.


It was really packed, there are plenty of deserts and drinks but desserts were just so-so and non-alcoholic drinks were just apple and pomegranate lemonade, water, teabags & hot water and coffee.

Which ftf package did you have?

 

[Itinkso]

Very fast, took about 2 or 3 minutes - we arrived at 10:30 to get our credentials and still had an unobstructed viewing area for the parade! Also, our area was really well monitored by cast members who quickly pounced on anyone without credentials.


It was really packed, there are plenty of deserts and drinks but desserts were just so-so and non-alcoholic drinks were just apple and pomegranate lemonade, water, teabags & hot water and coffee.

Did you get your Han popcorn bucket?

 

[soniam]

Oh dear lord, I cannot afford this next year. However, do you think Avatar land will be open by this time in 2017?

I don't know when Pandora is supposed to open. I know it's sometime in 2017. It's too far out to tell yet. I think the TSMM and Soarin' expansions and Froway stuff are supposed to be open next year.

You don't have to actually go next year. Just enjoy the ramblings of other planners. I have found it most enjoyable this year.

 

[Koh1977]

I have
Jedi Mickey's Star Wars Dine at Hollywood and Vine
Sunday, May 31 @4:55 PM for 4
50's Prime Time Café
Sunday, May 31 @6:25 PM for 4
Tusker House Restaurant
Monday, June 1 @ 8:05 AM for 4
Wednesday, June 3@ 8:10A
I will be releasing them Sunday evening if no takers

would LOVE the Jedi Mickey if it hasn't already been taken!

 

[RebelScumRunner]

There is a load of chatter about the morning "Chewie Run" (seriously, there needs to be shirts made for it) and how to successfully put yourself into the best position to meet him in the most expedient manner. As a big Star Wars fan this next statement may sound like blasphemy, but, I don't have Chewie at the top of our 'must see' list, instead, it is Vader, Asokha, and Boba Fett. From what I understand, Vader's line can become nearly as long as Chewie's. What time does Vader show up? What is the best strategy to see him?

I mean, if Chewie happens, then awesome (especially of the Ewoks are with him), but our local AAA baseball team had a Star Wars night last week. The players wore Carbonite Solo inspired jerseys and members of the 501st wandered the park. Chewie was also in attendance and we were able to beat everybody to get to him. The dude was legit! I still can't believe how good he looked...seriously, I look at the picture and think, "wow, I can't believe how good he looks." He even had a mouth that moved and emitted Chewbacca growls and scowls and laughs. The only drawback is 1. It's not actually in Disney 2. The nice scenic Endor forest isn't behind us 3. No Ewoks

Anyway. This post was meant to be about seeing Vader. Sorry if I digressed....

 

[Koh1977]

autograph card at the Sci Fi breakfast - does it have both Vader and Fett on it? would REALLY like to not have to stand in line for Vader too to get an autograph, but he IS DD's favorite…

 

[soniam]

There is a load of chatter about the morning "Chewie Run" (seriously, there needs to be shirts made for it) and how to successfully put yourself into the best position to meet him in the most expedient manner. As a big Star Wars fan this next statement may sound like blasphemy, but, I don't have Chewie at the top of our 'must see' list, instead, it is Vader, Asokha, and Boba Fett. From what I understand, Vader's line can become nearly as long as Chewie's. What time does Vader show up? What is the best strategy to see him?

I mean, if Chewie happens, then awesome (especially of the Ewoks are with him), but our local AAA baseball team had a Star Wars night last week. The players wore Carbonite Solo inspired jerseys and members of the 501st wandered the park. Chewie was also in attendance and we were able to beat everybody to get to him. The dude was legit! I still can't believe how good he looked...seriously, I look at the picture and think, "wow, I can't believe how good he looks." He even had a mouth that moved and emitted Chewbacca growls and scowls and laughs. The only drawback is 1. It's not actually in Disney 2. The nice scenic Endor forest isn't behind us 3. No Ewoks

Anyway. This post was meant to be about seeing Vader. Sorry if I digressed....

I can't help too much on Vader. I know he gets busy. Is there anything on the first page about Vader? It is kept up-to-date. Yulilin commented about her wait for Vader somewhere on the pages for today or yesterday. Kenny the Pirate or Josh (easyWDW) may have updated for this year too. I know that some people were knocking out Vader and Fett with the character breakfast, but Chewie doesn't show up to those. Good luck.

 

[RebelScumRunner]

Sorry if I have question after question. I'm working a midnight shift...alone...so planning and reading this forum has been helpful.

Family and I will be going for Weekend V....

I want the Han popcorn bucket and a glowing drink thingy like the Falcon. Since I am going weekend V, odds I'll have to purchase these of Ebay are.......

I read that the cube things were gone last year. At the same point, last year, were the popcorn bucket and stein gone also?

 

[soniam]

autograph card at the Sci Fi breakfast - does it have both Vader and Fett on it? would REALLY like to not have to stand in line for Vader too to get an autograph, but he IS DD's favorite…

I have seen pictures of the autograph card with Fett and Vader. However, I don't know if they were passing that out to everyone or someone who specifically asked. I know they are not signing at the breakfast.

 

[soniam]

Sorry if I have question after question. I'm working a midnight shift...alone...so planning and reading this forum has been helpful.

Family and I will be going for Weekend V....

I want the Han popcorn bucket and a glowing drink thingy like the Falcon. Since I am going weekend V, odds I'll have to purchase these of Ebay are.......

I read that the cube things were gone last year. At the same point, last year, were the popcorn bucket and stein gone also?

I have read that the popcorn buckets and steins were still available. I think they are even reusing some of the steins from last year. However, I think this year's are more popular. Plus, they seem to be having supply issues with the Fett steins. You might be able to get a friendly DISser to get one for you. I won't be going until next year, or I would offer.

 

[RebelScumRunner]

I can't help too much on Vader. I know he gets busy. Is there anything on the first page about Vader? Yulilin commented out her wait for Vader somewhere on the pages for today or yesterday. It is kept up to date. Kenny the Pirate or Josh (easyWDW) may have updated for this year too. I know that some people were knocking out Vader and Fett with the character breakfast, but Chewie doesn't show up to those. Good luck.

It was Yulilin's post about seeing Vader that urged me to inquire more about it. She did see Chewie first, and if I recall waiting roughly an hour for Vader. I'm wondering if there's a post RD strategy to get to Vader and knock him off our list quickly. I've been reading this forum so much over the last 2 days I forgot to follow up with Kenny the Pirate. Thank you for your suggestions.

 

[RebelScumRunner]

I have read that the popcorn buckets and steins were still available. I think they are even reusing some of the steins from last year. However, I think this year's are more popular. Plus, they seem to be having supply issues with the Fett steins. You might be able to get a friendly DISser to get one for you. I won't be going until next year, or I would offer.

Thanks. The popcorn bucket is the biggie for me, so, that gives me a little hope. I'm not holding my breath for the Boba-Steins to be available after what I've been reading. However, if it's true that they have last years, I'm actually pretty excited because I really like them, more than the Fett. Again, if they last

 

[Itinkso]

There is a load of chatter about the morning "Chewie Run" (seriously, there needs to be shirts made for it) and how to successfully put yourself into the best position to meet him in the most expedient manner. As a big Star Wars fan this next statement may sound like blasphemy, but, I don't have Chewie at the top of our 'must see' list, instead, it is Vader, Asokha, and Boba Fett. From what I understand, Vader's line can become nearly as long as Chewie's. What time does Vader show up? What is the best strategy to see him?

I mean, if Chewie happens, then awesome (especially of the Ewoks are with him), but our local AAA baseball team had a Star Wars night last week. The players wore Carbonite Solo inspired jerseys and members of the 501st wandered the park. Chewie was also in attendance and we were able to beat everybody to get to him. The dude was legit! I still can't believe how good he looked...seriously, I look at the picture and think, "wow, I can't believe how good he looks." He even had a mouth that moved and emitted Chewbacca growls and scowls and laughs. The only drawback is 1. It's not actually in Disney 2. The nice scenic Endor forest isn't behind us 3. No Ewoks

Anyway. This post was meant to be about seeing Vader. Sorry if I digressed....

8:00a had been posted for all morning characters. Mid-day, the wait for Vader was over an hour... yulilin waited 70 minutes in line.

 

[jtowntoflorida]

There is a load of chatter about the morning "Chewie Run" (seriously, there needs to be shirts made for it) and how to successfully put yourself into the best position to meet him in the most expedient manner. As a big Star Wars fan this next statement may sound like blasphemy, but, I don't have Chewie at the top of our 'must see' list, instead, it is Vader, Asokha, and Boba Fett. From what I understand, Vader's line can become nearly as long as Chewie's. What time does Vader show up? What is the best strategy to see him?

Vader is just as busy as Chewie, and I actually think more of the general public make their way to him than to Chewie at RD. Vader comes out at 8:00 and if he's your priority, you'll want to make your way to his line ASAP.

 

[Itinkso]

Sorry if I have question after question. I'm working a midnight shift...alone...so planning and reading this forum has been helpful.

Family and I will be going for Weekend V....

I want the Han popcorn bucket and a glowing drink thingy like the Falcon. Since I am going weekend V, odds I'll have to purchase these of Ebay are.......

I read that the cube things were gone last year. At the same point, last year, were the popcorn bucket and stein gone also?

We went the very last day of SWW V and the Trooper stein and Vader popcorn bucket were still available. No glow cubes because that's what I had wanted. DH kept asking if I wanted the stein or bucket, and no, I didn't.

 

[xApril]

I ended up sleeping in until 5am so I got to the park around 6:30 or so and made the line for Tiya. Got a return time of 5:25-5:40. When I went over there, the whole process was a lot of waiting. I went in at 5:25 for the autograph and didn't take my photo with her until 6:10. She was super sweet though and I know she definitely got a lot of birthday wishes since the attendants were reminding us in line that it was her birthday.

Saw Stars of the Saga again, some different stuff from Friday so that was nice. Saw Obi-Wan and Beyond again as well.

We went and looked at the Rebel Hangar décor during the day. I'll probably end up eating there at some point. I'm sick right now, so I'm going to wait until I get my sense of taste fully back.

I was able to get my Boba Fett stein from the stand that has frozen drinks, right over by Hollywood & Vine near Echo Lake. It seems Watto's Grotto ran out and they were the only ones that had it. Word quickly got around though and the line was super long and it seemed they ran out sometime in the 3pm hour. Hopefully it is a fast restock.

I am exhausted now and ready for next weekend. Hope everyone had a good day!

 

[RebelScumRunner]

8:00a had been posted for all morning characters. Mid-day, the wait for Vader was over an hour... yulilin waited 70 minutes in line.

Vader is just as busy as Chewie, and I actually think more of the general public make their way to him than to Chewie at RD. Vader comes out at 8:00 and if he's your priority, you'll want to make your way to his line ASAP

This is precisely the information I was looking for. Thank you. My strategy is to be drawn to the dark side and not let the allure of Chewie pull me in as I pass by the turn off for his line (if i'm looking at the map correctly). My daughter is getting tossed onto my shoulders at RD so we can hustle on over. I'm looking at a pretty incredible map Kenny the Pirate put up on his site...very helpful.

Thanks again.