Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[yulilin3]

just got a Rebel Hangar for tomorrow, Saturday at 4:25pm, will try and eat as slowly as possible to see if we can meet Sabine and Ezra since Steph will be wearing her costume tomorrow.
I will release a Rebel Hangar ressie for Sunday 24th at 6:15pm. If anyone is interested pm me. I'll probably cancel it around 7pm

 

[Lavaluma]

Yes, I definitely need to make a priority list! So far, the planning's been all me since my kids don't have patience for things that aren't happening in the next week. LOL! We're getting closer now, so I can probably get some opinions on what they'd choose first, and get that list made.

I'm not surprised about the wait time for JTA jumping that fast, but it is crazy what a difference 5 minutes can make!!

For the last few months, whenever I would ask a question my kids would complain that it is too far away to plan. Last week, I made a deal with them. Answer my questions and they could play video games (which is not allowed during the week). I showed them a few minutes of youtube videos of VTTM and JTA. I thought it would be a difficult choice. Yet, my oldest immediately said that he wants to see VTTM, but he is not getting up on stage in front of people to "dance." My youngest still wants to, but his priorities are JTA, Star Tours and seeing Donald Duck. So, we should be good if we aren't able to sign him up for VTTM. I made them each give my their top 3 priorities and told them those would be our focus. Anything after that would just be a bonus. It may not be the best tactic to get information, but bribery seemed to work well.

 

[DisneyLove2015]

Do we have any confirmation that Ezra and Sabine come out later? I'm still holding two reservations- 4:00 and 6:40. Hvent decided which to keep yet. I was leaning toward 6:40 since it seemed like more people saw them later versus earlier

 

[yulilin3]

Do we have any confirmation that Ezra and Sabine come out later? I'm still holding two reservations- 4:00 and 6:40. Hvent decided which to keep yet. I was leaning toward 6:40 since it seemed like more people saw them later versus earlier

Sabine and Ezra appear in the PMC at 4:25pm. They go in and take about a 30 minute break. So I think they come to the Hangar around 5:30 to 6pm

 

[Delilah1310]

It may not be the best tactic to get information, but bribery seemed to work well.

you are not alone ... i am not above bribing my son on occation

 

[boricuajedi]

Got the Boba Fett stein! Watto's is the place right now.

A dumb question, was that with a drink or empty?
It is early over here.

 

[momofallsons]

I will be there weekend IV as well and let you know as well but @yulilin3 is who you can really count on! She's a pro! I'm probably going to be running around like a chicken with its head cut off! I think after the first hour after opening I will calm down if I haven't passed out already. Trying not to stress, I'm sure it's all going to work out. I wish there were 3 of us too!

Great! I'll take all the tips I can get! I'm sure I'll be running around like crazy when we go too. I know anything we manage to fit in will be awesome, and can't wait to see my kids' reactions to everything!

 

[yulilin3]

A dumb question, was that with a drink or empty?
It is early over here.

It comes with a fountain drink. I also think there's an up charge if you want an alcoholic drink.

 

[boricuajedi]

It comes with a fountain drink. I also think there's an up charge if you want an alcoholic drink.

Thanks.

 

[boricuajedi]

just got a Rebel Hangar for tomorrow, Saturday at 4:25pm, will try and eat as slowly as possible to see if we can meet Sabine and Ezra since Steph will be wearing her costume tomorrow.
I will release a Rebel Hangar ressie for Sunday 24th at 6:15pm. If anyone is interested pm me. I'll probably cancel it around 7pm

The Force Is With You!, I been trying to get one for 14 Jun with no luck.

 

[drlaurafsu]

Ds got picked for the parade! He went to the restroom while I got in mickeys line. He thought I went to Jedi council...by the time I got out of line to find him a cast member had him walking back. She ask him to be in the parade.

 

[Ninja Mom]

OMG!!! I Finally caught up to the thread... Here are my impressions of weekend one:
First I'd like to say it was great meeting everyone I encountered from this thread. I love you all but I want to send a special shout out to the coolest dude of all: Jonathan!! I got to enjoy the Fireworks on Sunday with him and his family.

Weather: The sun is brutal when it's out so definitely bring one of those shorty totes umbrellas. I had one and I saw a number of people strolling around the park or waiting in Character lines using one.

Lockers: Consider renting one. I loved having the option to stash my purchases and back pack in them as needed. The large size is quite roomy (sorry I don't have dimensions).

Say Hi: Don't be afraid to say hi! to other Dis-ers you recognize from this thread. It puts a smile on everyone's faces when you connect at this event.

Rebel Hanger: I did it twice so I'm sure that it was nice, in fact it was awesome. The food was good and the character interactions were really fun. You can buy the glow cubes separately. I got all 3 at once.

Character interactions: Don't be afraid to talk to the characters. Compliment the Modal Nodes on their "Galactic Grammy Nomination" for their one song. Tell Darth Maul that he better behave because you have his mother on speed dial on your cell phone and you're about to call her and give her the run down on his antics. Ask if Chewbacca has applied his Frontline Flea and Tick prevention. Make stuff up like that. They LOVE it when you interact with them. Also be aware that the characters are IN CHARACTER. I was chasing Aurra Sing around trying to get her picture (She roams) She was ignoring me and stalking away. I finally got her to turn around and pose when I said "Even though I'm Rebel Scum I'd love to get your picture".

Make a list or a plan of things that you want to do: I forgot to go to the theater and see the Star Wars content. I had it on my plan but I forgot to check to make sure that I was hitting all my must do's.

Sci Fi breakfast: Definitely bring your best camera and make sure you know how to turn on your flash. Your pictures will be a blurry mess if you don't use the flash on your camera... even if you are using the movie screen to help to light the characters. Also you can order one entree and ask for parts of another entree. I had the shrimp and cheesy grits and asked for some of the bacon from the other entree on the side. Nom, nom, nom!!!

Annual Pass Posters: I picked up one each day to give away to random people. You should have seen the looks on their faces. Spread that pixie dust!

Compliment people on their outfits: If you see a t-shirt or a costume you think is cool let them know. It brings a huge smile to their faces.

That's all I can think of for now. I'd like to wish the rest of the SWW 2015 garrison the best of luck. May the force be with you!

~NM

 

[yulilin3]

The Force Is With You!, I been trying to get one for 14 Jun with no luck.

1 day cancellation policy. Some open up a day before you want to go keep trying

Ds got picked for the parade! He went to the restroom while I got in mickeys line. He thought I went to Jedi council...by the time I got out of line to find him a cast member had him walking back. She ask him to be in the parade.

That's so great.

 

[momofallsons]

For the last few months, whenever I would ask a question my kids would complain that it is too far away to plan. Last week, I made a deal with them. Answer my questions and they could play video games (which is not allowed during the week). I showed them a few minutes of youtube videos of VTTM and JTA. I thought it would be a difficult choice. Yet, my oldest immediately said that he wants to see VTTM, but he is not getting up on stage in front of people to "dance." My youngest still wants to, but his priorities are JTA, Star Tours and seeing Donald Duck. So, we should be good if we aren't able to sign him up for VTTM. I made them each give my their top 3 priorities and told them those would be our focus. Anything after that would just be a bonus. It may not be the best tactic to get information, but bribery seemed to work well.

Good idea! May have to try that one!

 

[HCinKC]

So, I think I read someone said the Jawas were not trading at RH when they were there--is this true across the board? I have some trinkets to try to trade with them. If they don't trade at RH, where do they usually hang out where I can trade with them?

We were there on Tuesday, and they were not trading. ODS took a beaded necklace up to one, and it loved looking at it, but it shook it's head at trading. The friend CM said they hadn't brought any trading supplies that night. We did trade with one during the weekend near the Darth's Mall line. ODS did two trades with one Jawa. And don't forget, they love when you say "Utini!" (ooo-tee-nee).

 

[mamadragona]

Ds got picked for the parade! He went to the restroom while I got in mickeys line. He thought I went to Jedi council...by the time I got out of line to find him a cast member had him walking back. She ask him to be in the parade.

You are gonna love it!!!!

 

[yulilin3]

@Ninja Mom awesome recap and tips!! It was great meeting you

 

[HCinKC]

Ok so I'm pretty bummed DV and BF are not signing autographs at the Galactic Breakfast. Those are DS favorite characters! We're paying all that money and we don't even get their autograph?? Not sure I want to stand in lines for hours for them outside either just for their signatures... will have to convince DS the autograph is not important... :S Also, no character signing at Jedi Mickey? What are they thinking?

Ok, moving on, has anybody posted a review of the Premium package yet? I haven't been able to find it you guys move too fast!

I agree it is disappointing to not be handing out a card at the front, like Jedi Mickey. People are reporting autograph cards, but DH and ODS didn't get one. We asked a couple of days later at Sci-Fi and GR, and they didn't have any. Ask while there.

FWIW, Boab Fett's line was never that long and moved pretty well. It is in the sun, but directly across are shaded benches. You could have an adult stand and the other sit with kids in the shade, trading off every so often if it is too hot. We didn't do Vader. I didn't look around the back, but the part of line I saw was shaded.

I can't get through all these posts so I apologize if I'm asking repeat questions
If we want to do the rebels show tomorrow what time to get in line??
Also if we do the nighttime show what time do we get there and where is a good viewing spot?
I've got 2 kids w us and am worrying about lines and timing this correctly

We watched from Yuli's spot. Right in front of the lake outside of 50s PT. We could see the Jumbotron, and the fireworks were amazing. Definitely my favorite nighttime show!

 

[Metz172]

For the last few months, whenever I would ask a question my kids would complain that it is too far away to plan. Last week, I made a deal with them. Answer my questions and they could play video games (which is not allowed during the week). I showed them a few minutes of youtube videos of VTTM and JTA. I thought it would be a difficult choice. Yet, my oldest immediately said that he wants to see VTTM, but he is not getting up on stage in front of people to "dance." My youngest still wants to, but his priorities are JTA, Star Tours and seeing Donald Duck. So, we should be good if we aren't able to sign him up for VTTM. I made them each give my their top 3 priorities and told them those would be our focus. Anything after that would just be a bonus. It may not be the best tactic to get information, but bribery seemed to work well.

After seeing so many posts like this one and those stressing about getting to the signs ups in time I am so glad that I have two girls who are too old to be in the shows. One less thing to stress about.

 

[jbc18]

Does anyone know about anything special going on tonight after the fireworks show? I received a tip from a CM about a "very special couple" that will be present after the fireworks tonight. Possibly Mark and Carrie? or others?