Star Wars Weekend Tips ~ 2011 Update

[delmar411]

I have read on other posts about the Jawas walking around the park and trading trinkets with kids. Does anybody have any experience with this and if so what should we bring for the boys to trade?

DH has traded pins and fast passes. They gave him fastpasses in return. My boys are looking forward to trading with the Jawas but we aren't bringing anything special to do it with, we'll just offer pins or fastpasses.

 

[Cinderumbrella]

I have read on other posts about the Jawas walking around the park and trading trinkets with kids. Does anybody have any experience with this and if so what should we bring for the boys to trade?

Old FP's, folded park maps etc- they aren't picky!!!

 

[Victoria3]

I have read on other posts about the Jawas walking around the park and trading trinkets with kids. Does anybody have any experience with this and if so what should we bring for the boys to trade?

I've caught a few balls from Block Party Bash and used those to trade. They really are not that picky. I've seen people trade lids to bottles, lol.

 

[Supermom3]

Another thing that I wanted to point out is that the Padawan Mind Challenge is focused on The Clone Wars Cartoon series, just to let your little padawans know. It doesn't really matter, because everyone gets a prize at the end but I know alot of little ones that are really focused on getting answers right and might be a bit put off because it's not trivia about the 6 movies.

Good to know. DS10 has been studying. LOL

 

[burnsoc]

Our plane takes off in exactly 12 hours. I feel just like the commercial "I'm too excited to sleep!". I feel like I've got my plan of attack for Friday, I just hope my DS(6) can keep up. Don't worry he'll have an afternoon break at our room at the Boardwalk. It's been awhile since I've felt this "commando" excitement. I'm going to put down my cup of coffee now and think about any last minute packing that needs to be done.

 

[jc040404]

My son is dying to do the Jedi training, but he'll be two weeks shy of four when we're there next week. He's been very chatty with CMs over the last year and most mistake him for about five. I have no doubt he could do it, but I'm not about to lie about his age. Is there any chance he might be allowed if we ask or is this really strick on age? I don't want to get his hopes up, but would love to give him a chance before our passes expire. (the day before his 4th bday!)

 

[Joanna71985]

My son is dying to do the Jedi training, but he'll be two weeks shy of four when we're there next week. He's been very chatty with CMs over the last year and most mistake him for about five. I have no doubt he could do it, but I'm not about to lie about his age. Is there any chance he might be allowed if we ask or is this really strick on age? I don't want to get his hopes up, but would love to give him a chance before our passes expire. (the day before his 4th bday!)

No unfortunately. They have to be at least 4.

 

[jc040404]

No unfortunately. They have to be at least 4.

thanks

 

[Finkerfell]

Where is a good shady spot for the parade if you want to see the celebrity introductions immediately following?

 

[The.Epcot.Man]

I should have posted the maps here!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2470518

 

[yulilin3]

Where is a good shady spot for the parade if you want to see the celebrity introductions immediately following?

You can sit on the stairs of AIE and be ready to walk behind the parade up to the SW stage, there will be ALOT of people doing this, but if you keep up with the rope you'll have great pictures of all characters and celebs on stage.

 

[PIRATEGIRL007]

Our plane takes off in exactly 12 hours. I feel just like the commercial "I'm too excited to sleep!". I feel like I've got my plan of attack for Friday, I just hope my DS(6) can keep up. Don't worry he'll have an afternoon break at our room at the Boardwalk. It's been awhile since I've felt this "commando" excitement. I'm going to put down my cup of coffee now and think about any last minute packing that needs to be done.

I know exactly how you feel. I woke up 2 hours before the alarm went of this morning b/c I was excited and ready to go! We don't leave until tomorrow night and I have to make it thru work today and in the morning half a day, thats the part thats killing me. I am just sitting here thinking of all I need to do, stuff I need to make sure got packed, etc.

 

[TDC Nala]

My son is dying to do the Jedi training, but he'll be two weeks shy of four when we're there next week. He's been very chatty with CMs over the last year and most mistake him for about five. I have no doubt he could do it, but I'm not about to lie about his age. Is there any chance he might be allowed if we ask or is this really strick on age? I don't want to get his hopes up, but would love to give him a chance before our passes expire. (the day before his 4th bday!)

As information for parents of three year olds, from what I hear, one of the things they ask the kids to prepare them for the show is how old they are (and the kid has to answer, not Mom or Dad). Kids aren't prone to lie about their age.

 

[Cinderumbrella]

Where is a good shady spot for the parade if you want to see the celebrity introductions immediately following?

You can sit on the stairs of AIE and be ready to walk behind the parade up to the SW stage, there will be ALOT of people doing this, but if you keep up with the rope you'll have great pictures of all characters and celebs on stage.

We sat on the main street (forgive my ignorance of the street names at DHS Hollywood Blvd??) and walked the end of the parade right behind the rope to do this.

As you can see, we were right in front.

 

[Cinderumbrella]

Since, I am posting pics, I thought I would throw a few more up there to get in the mood for tomorrow's opening day!!! These were taken on the last day in 2009.

We were amazed at just how many stormtroopers marched!

Can't forget about "the good guys"

Chewie

and C3PO

and of course the man, the myth, the legend

 

[safetymom]

http://www.disunplugged.com/2009/05/25/star-wars-weekend-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/

 

[bgsnmky]

You can sit on the stairs of AIE and be ready to walk behind the parade up to the SW stage, there will be ALOT of people doing this, but if you keep up with the rope you'll have great pictures of all characters and celebs on stage.

stupid question..but is the sun behind us if we sit there ...

One thing I learned is to have the SUN on the other side of me (across the street) as the pictures do not come out good, as it puts a haze on the pictures.

 

[yulilin3]

stupid question..but is the sun behind us if we sit there ...

One thing I learned is to have the SUN on the other side of me (across the street) as the pictures do not come out good, as it puts a haze on the pictures.

The sun will probably be directly on top since it's noon time, you can always do a couple of test pics.

 

[yulilin3]

small update:
all the characters meet and greet are in the same spots as last year.
Darth Vader, Bobba Fett, Jango Fett, Darth Maul have their permanent spots by the backlot tour. Aura Sing, Zam Wessel, Gamorrean Guard, Stormtroopers will be walking around
SW Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald by the ABC comissary.
Luke, Leia, R2D2, Chewie, Ewok by Star Tours with the Cantina Band walking around
Cpt. Rex, Ashoka Tano , Mace Windu, Anakin Skywalker, Kitt Fisto, Shaak Tii, by Premiere Theater with Jawas walking around
Queen Amidala next to Sounds Dangerous.
I will report back with time for them on Saturday night, I'm getting excited MTFBW

 

[reelmom]

Our plane takes off in exactly 12 hours. I feel just like the commercial "I'm too excited to sleep!". I feel like I've got my plan of attack for Friday, I just hope my DS(6) can keep up. Don't worry he'll have an afternoon break at our room at the Boardwalk. It's been awhile since I've felt this "commando" excitement. I'm going to put down my cup of coffee now and think about any last minute packing that needs to be done.

Let us know how your plan works out. I have one but not sure we are going to be able to do it all. Have a great time!