**Official** Star Wars at DHS, Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party/Galactic Nights/Launch Bay/JT

[drlaurafsu]

RH is not on the dining plan. Still worth it. If you do one or more of the character meals then they are 2 credits so even though this is OOP it is a good option since you'll be short a credit.

Lower level package was great for us. Wasn't sure how interested DS would be in the shows so we didn't want to do deluxe in case he didn't like them. We had done the package (only option the previous year but without the show pass) and felt it was worth it. Not having to wait in line for the show was nice. We did one fast pass show and the package show...so it was a good combo for us.

 

[msmama]

Just FYI my son LOVED the shows. He had just turned 7 at the time. The least fun was definitely Stars of the Saga for us. Ian McDiarmad was awesome but the girl the first week was pretty lame (don't remember her name). And he's been totally obsessed with James Arnold Taylor ever since.

A FB friend posted a picture of Boba Fett coffee creamer she saw at her grocery store. I have to say I'm amazed/impressed/somewhat sickened by the amount of marketing Disney is doing with SW. I'm pretty sure it's close to the day one could go to the grocery store and ONLY buy SW branded items and make it home with a reasonable amount of food!!

 

[soniam]

Does anyone have the Her Universe Ewok hoodie/tank? I am trying to determine what size I would get and if the back cuts in enough to show bra straps. I am thinking of wearing it for Halloween. DS wants us to all go as Jawas. However, I think the adult Jawa costumes are going to be too long for me. Does anyone have the lightsaber skirt? I am curious about the sizing on it too. I have been eyeing it for a while, but I just don't know if I could wear it enough.

 

[keishashadow]

Once all the hoopla broke, I had a b̶a̶d good feeling this thread might start early!

nice to see the gang back in force

We're long-time SWW attendees but Yuellin's amazing thread helped me to plan the best experience ever! Was very nice to put faces to many of the screen names.

So...are we all convinced the 1st weekend will start on Friday, May 13th?

Took a chance and attempted to book AKV value studio at the 1st day possible for the week prior to the first weekend, yet have the 13th as a glaring 'hole' in my reservation! maybe that's a good sign? i'll gladly take one for the team and switch over to another category lol. Wish they'd take into consideration that many of us have to jump thru the 11 month hoop to snag a room using points and post the schedule. ha, fat chance! Perhaps, we'll get word a bit earlier than last year (December as I recall?)

I, too, am having a great time squeezing my AP until it screams this year. It expires on May 16th, had wanted to wait until our October '16 trip to fire up another. Will be interesting planning again this year.̶

 

[luvallprincesses]

I am so excited to see this thread open! Our first SWW of 2015 was so amazing. Hoping to squeeze in our 2nd SWW on our AP's that expire June 12. This will require a perfect storm of: a mild winter in PA so minimal snow days make-ups such that school is out in the single digits of June, and a SWW occuring after school is out but prior to June 12. Fingers crossed!

 

[Cynister]

Awesome. Thanks. He did Jedi training when we went in October 2014 (and we brought the Jedi robes I made him), so I don't think he will be terribly upset if we can't get in. Why may I ask choose RH over HV? I guess I need to do more research as I didn't realize that was a meal place.

I agree with the other poster, if you can only do 1, do RH over H&V. H&V the food was just ok with the exception of the SW dessert which were all very good. The buffet itself was just ok. Characters were really rushed, even walking away from some kids' tables with a child calling out to them if a parent had gotten 1 shot. Also didn't feel like the cleanest atmosphere IMHO, probably a result of the hectic schedule & chaotic environment inside. RH was awesome. Last year was the 1st year, so hopefully they'll bring it back again this year. It had lots of SW specific food which were all really good. The atmosphere was not rushed & service was great. The only downside was that you had to be on the lookout for characters & be ready to stalk them as they don't go around to all tables. They just walk through & if you catch them for a picture then good for you. They did do limited walk-up service last year & I believe all of the walk-up was tables outside so it probably got hot sitting out in the sun. I'd recommend reservations if it opens up.

Thanks for all the tips.

When we went to Disney in the fall of 2014 for our daughter's 5th birthday, we left her for a day with my parents and we went to US with our son to specifically do all the HP stuff. Personally I am glad we went to see it, but it for us was a one time thing. It was really cool to see everything, but I can just say Disney does everything better. Make sure you don't have any bags with you as you can not take ANYTHING on the rides with you. All bags need to be put in their lockers which are free for the time they "figure" it will take you to ride the ride, unless for some reason the ride breaks down like it did for us then you have to pay to get your stuff out, which then your wallet is inside the locker, so how do you pay....

My surprise trip I am only planning to be down for 5 days - a Wednesday to the Sunday and Staying at Port Orleans Riverside again. Friday and Saturday are my planned days for HS. My son likes RnR TSMM ST and HTT. MY son hasn't seen any of the animated star wars shows, just the 6 movies, but has been reading the Jedi Academy books.

I am a complete newbie at all this SWW stuff I'm trying hard to read a re-read everything. I think I am going to have to start printing out some of the posts are here to put in my planning binder. So they have people dressed up as the actual characters from the movies/shows (ie ewoks, jar jar, chewy, yoda, vader, palpatine, etc) as well as the people who protrayed those rolls there correct. I went and read up on the RH last night and it does look really cool. That will be out for dining reservations correct and it is not just a walk up.(if returns this year) but is not on the dining plan. Now Im gonna go back and read up on the deluxe package. Trying to find some of the info on the packages, but I can't seem to find what the costs were. Is it really worth the cost? are the shows really that hard to get into?

Time to do some more reading and some printing..

Keep the tips coming!

Yes, they have people either posted at specific spots throughout the park dressed as certain characters for photos & autographs. Additionally they have "roaming" characters that just walk the streets. Typically these characters are really on the move so if you can get a quick shot with them you're doing well. They don't stop for long. The actors who were actually in the films are scheduled as celebrity appearances & will be spread out throughout the weekends. Typically there's about 4-5 that may appear on a given weekend. Some may be in the parade only, others may also do an on-stage talk-type of show. There are usually different celebrities each weekend of the event. Some of the bigger name celebrities shows will be very hard to get into. If you want to see the shows, I would recommend a package. It makes seeing the shows much easier.

 

[Jfsag123]

Does H&V do the regular Disney Jr character meal for breakfast and lunch during SWW? More specifically, did they do a Fantasmic lunch package with the Disney jr characters? We did a H&V Fantasmic lunch this past March and may try to do that again if it's offered, but will only be going to DHS on the weekend on our trip to take advantage of SW. However, DS is still a big Disney Jr. fan too, and would love to do that meal again.

 

[AThrillingChase]

Aww crap. Now I am 10 pages behind! Time to start reading!!

 

[Cynister]

@Dittz thanks for the heads up, I completely left the information from the Premium Packages out.
Here's the DPB announcement for this years packages http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...e-premium-packages-during-star-wars-weekends/
The Feel the Force Premium Package was available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during Star Wars Weekends. Price: adults $69, children $39 (per day, tax and gratuity included). Discounts do not apply. The Feel the Force Deluxe Premium Package cost was $99 per adult or $64 for children ages 3 to 9 (tax and gratuity included).

Yulilin, do you want to add the VIP Tour to the packages section on page 1? Maybe also list what was included in each this year?
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/...the-force-package-reservations-now-available/

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Yulilin, do you want to add the VIP Tour to the packages section on page 1? Maybe also list what was included in each this year?
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/...the-force-package-reservations-now-available/

Feel free, of course (!!), to link to the review in my signature again if you add VIP.

 

[blackpearl77]

Does anyone have the Her Universe Ewok hoodie/tank? I am trying to determine what size I would get and if the back cuts in enough to show bra straps. I am thinking of wearing it for Halloween. DS wants us to all go as Jawas. However, I think the adult Jawa costumes are going to be too long for me. Does anyone have the lightsaber skirt? I am curious about the sizing on it too. I have been eyeing it for a while, but I just don't know if I could wear it enough.

The Her Universe Ewok tank runs super small. I would size up a size. The back is a racer cut back so you will see your bra straps. But you can get a racer back cut style bra then you won't see them. But I would definitely size up a size.

 

[soniam]

The Her Universe Ewok tank runs super small. I would size up a size. The back is a racer cut back so you will see your bra straps. But you can get a racer back cut style bra then you won't see them. But I would definitely size up a size.

Thanks. That's what I was afraid of. I really detest wearing racer-back or strapless bras. The racer-back ones always make me feel like I'm taking half my body off, including my head, when I put them on or take them off. I don't even use them for working out. I figured it ran pretty small. I bought the Star Wars lightsaber t-shirt in a medium. It's works, especially if I haven't been eating at a lot of buffetsSo, it's definitely form fitting. I thought about going up to a large, but it's so hard to tell if that would be enough, or if I should do XL.

 

[yulilin3]

Does anyone have the Her Universe Ewok hoodie/tank? I am trying to determine what size I would get and if the back cuts in enough to show bra straps. I am thinking of wearing it for Halloween. DS wants us to all go as Jawas. However, I think the adult Jawa costumes are going to be too long for me. Does anyone have the lightsaber skirt? I am curious about the sizing on it too. I have been eyeing it for a while, but I just don't know if I could wear it enough.

My daughter is wearing a size S in this picture from last year

Once all the hoopla broke, I had a b̶a̶d good feeling this thread might start early!

nice to see the gang back in force

We're long-time SWW attendees but Yuellin's amazing thread helped me to plan the best experience ever! Was very nice to put faces to many of the screen names.

So...are we all convinced the 1st weekend will start on Friday, May 13th?

Took a chance and attempted to book AKV value studio at the 1st day possible for the week prior to the first weekend, yet have the 13th as a glaring 'hole' in my reservation! maybe that's a good sign? i'll gladly take one for the team and switch over to another category lol. Wish they'd take into consideration that many of us have to jump thru the 11 month hoop to snag a room using points and post the schedule. ha, fat chance! Perhaps, we'll get word a bit earlier than last year (December as I recall?)

I, too, am having a great time squeezing my AP until it screams this year. It expires on May 16th, had wanted to wait until our October '16 trip to fire up another. Will be interesting planning again this year.̶

That 's what prior years have indicated, but you never can be 100% sure. Nice to have you back

Does H&V do the regular Disney Jr character meal for breakfast and lunch during SWW? More specifically, did they do a Fantasmic lunch package with the Disney jr characters? We did a H&V Fantasmic lunch this past March and may try to do that again if it's offered, but will only be going to DHS on the weekend on our trip to take advantage of SW. However, DS is still a big Disney Jr. fan too, and would love to do that meal again.

They still do the Disney Jr. breakfast and lunch. I am not sure about the F! package with Disney Jr. though. I know they offer it with SW dinner.

Aww crap. Now I am 10 pages behind! Time to start reading!!

welcome back!!

Yulilin, do you want to add the VIP Tour to the packages section on page 1? Maybe also list what was included in each this year?
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/...the-force-package-reservations-now-available/

Feel free, of course (!!), to link to the review in my signature again if you add VIP.

Not sure what happened, I thought I had all the info from last year in there...there must have been a copy/paste mistake somewhere I'll use both links, thank you

 

[HCinKC]

I forgot to quote it, but in regards to characters at RH...it seems that weekDAYS gave more consistency with characters - both having them there and being able to interact with them. On the weekends, they were hit or miss due to engagements elsewhere throughout the park. Again, this was the first year so who knows what/if any changes will happen for 2016. Also, the portions were quite generous and very easy to share. Even though it is not on the DP, you could easily enjoy a great meal for a very good price.

For what it's worth, I sent guest services a rave review after our trip. The CM that called me said they had gotten a lot of positive feedback and hoped to offer it again 2016. Hopefully, all of that feedback paid off and they do offer it again.

Does H&V do the regular Disney Jr character meal for breakfast and lunch during SWW? More specifically, did they do a Fantasmic lunch package with the Disney jr characters? We did a H&V Fantasmic lunch this past March and may try to do that again if it's offered, but will only be going to DHS on the weekend on our trip to take advantage of SW. However, DS is still a big Disney Jr. fan too, and would love to do that meal again.

IIRC, I did see the package offered. I believe they continued to offer it with Mama Melrose and HBD, too. Of course, there is a possibility for things to change for year to year.

Thanks. That's what I was afraid of. I really detest wearing racer-back or strapless bras. The racer-back ones always make me feel like I'm taking half my body off, including my head, when I put them on or take them off. I don't even use them for working out. I figured it ran pretty small. I bought the Star Wars lightsaber t-shirt in a medium. It's works, especially if I haven't been eating at a lot of buffetsSo, it's definitely form fitting. I thought about going up to a large, but it's so hard to tell if that would be enough, or if I should do XL.

Don't buy a racerback just for that! Just put a paperclip on your regular bra to pull the straps in.

 

[Jfsag123]

They still do the Disney Jr. breakfast and lunch. I am not sure about the F! package with Disney Jr. though. I know they offer it with SW dinner.

IIRC, I did see the package offered. I believe they continued to offer it with Mama Melrose and HBD, too. Of course, there is a possibility for things to change for year to year.

Thanks to you both! I know things could be completely different next year (it is Disney after all ), but it's nice to have some idea of what's been done in the past.

 

[Jkpark]

Thanks. That's what I was afraid of. I really detest wearing racer-back or strapless bras. The racer-back ones always make me feel like I'm taking half my body off, including my head, when I put them on or take them off. I don't even use them for working out.

Wow this feels like a weird post in a SWW thread - but here it goes - have you tried one of those little plastic things (mine are heart shaped)? You wear a normal bra and then use the little clip to pull the straps in?

Now back to topic so I feel better about this. I ordered DH the Darth Vader designed card and haven't told him - excited for it to arrive. I also need to go back and read about RH - I some how missed that when planning out what to do on now weekend days.

 

[Jkpark]

Okay - just read RH reviews and now I am really torn. I am surprising the kids with a 3 day cruise when they get out of school next year and decided to tack on 2 park days at WDW. My plan - get off the ship Monday - which is Memorial Day - and just enjoy our resort and maybe do a dinner at a resort that night. Then Tuesday - HS. I was going to do Sci Fi breakfast and H&V dinner, and then use fastpass on RnR, Tower of Terror and Star Tours. I figured anything else we did would just be a bonus. Then Wednesday spend the morning at Blizzard Beach before heading to the airport in the late afternoon. Because it isn't a weekend, I didn't think I needed 2 days at HS. And my girls LOVE Blizzard Beach. Is a 4pm ADR at RH, and then the latest ADR at H&V unreasonable? Plus breakfast at Sci Fi - I will deal with the money part separately when I work through this with DH - I just already thought the two meals was a lot to fit into one day. Do I just figure I have one day to soak in as much Star Wars I can get and go for it?

 

[Cynister]

Okay - just read RH reviews and now I am really torn. I am surprising the kids with a 3 day cruise when they get out of school next year and decided to tack on 2 park days at WDW. My plan - get off the ship Monday - which is Memorial Day - and just enjoy our resort and maybe do a dinner at a resort that night. Then Tuesday - HS. I was going to do Sci Fi breakfast and H&V dinner, and then use fastpass on RnR, Tower of Terror and Star Tours. I figured anything else we did would just be a bonus. Then Wednesday spend the morning at Blizzard Beach before heading to the airport in the late afternoon. Because it isn't a weekend, I didn't think I needed 2 days at HS. And my girls LOVE Blizzard Beach. Is a 4pm ADR at RH, and then the latest ADR at H&V unreasonable? Plus breakfast at Sci Fi - I will deal with the money part separately when I work through this with DH - I just already thought the two meals was a lot to fit into one day. Do I just figure I have one day to soak in as much Star Wars I can get and go for it?

I guess it depends on if your family are big eaters. For my family, we couldn't do this much food in 1 day because we'd want to try a bunch of stuff in each place. The food at RH was great & you totally can make a meal out of it which is what we did by ordering a handful of things.

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Does anyone have the Her Universe Ewok hoodie/tank? I am trying to determine what size I would get and if the back cuts in enough to show bra straps. I am thinking of wearing it for Halloween. DS wants us to all go as Jawas. However, I think the adult Jawa costumes are going to be too long for me. Does anyone have the lightsaber skirt? I am curious about the sizing on it too. I have been eyeing it for a while, but I just don't know if I could wear it enough.

I have the boba fett which I believe is the same as the ewok and yeah, it does run small.

 

[yulilin3]

Please treat this as a RUMOR until Disney officially announces:
JTA will go down October 4th to prepare for the new Rebels show. Rebels show will begin rehearsal. Unsure at this time if when it opens up again (which will be before the movie comes out) if it will be the same JTA format or something completely different.