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Everything after 2 is speculation only and now with further rumors that a stand by line may be allowed to form and be drawn from for entry even during period #1 throws another wrench.

I wonder if there comes a time when too much speculation goes beyond the line of planning and becomes counter productive as it causes stress and worry when no one can do a thing about it. At this point the only thing someone can do in the off chance hope it will make their visit any better is book onsite as there could be continued opportunities for that to benefit a guest as well as just keep their ear to the ground for new information. But apart from that - offsite guest reservations, stand by line, when ROTR will open, how large crowds will be, when will FP be offered etc. - all pure speculation and while some of this speculation is based on sound logic and reasoning - that is all it is and people should take all of it with a large grain of salt.

I think it is fair to say though that you will never reach the point in the list of stages above where one can enter DL at 10AM at a leisurely pace and walk onto rides in SWGE - not unless it's zero degrees and a blizzard, in which case Canadians will just take over the parks. ;)
Yeah, that’s why I didn’t add dates other than what’s already announced.

But, at SOME point we’ll get to a place where reservations are not required and both attractions are open. I agree that speculating WHEN any of this will happen is futile.

I guess the only speculation is that both attractions will eventually have FP... but whether that is in a matter of weeks, months, or years no one knows.

The point is, things will be changing over the foreseeable future, so no one should put too much weight on how things go opening day, opening week, etc. Or especially try to plan what it’s going to be like in August or November! It’s going to be interesting to see what happens.
I agree. Folks are going way overboard with way too little information. Things will evolve month by month.

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Having visited during the relaunch of GoG Mission Breakout, our experience of waiting 45 minutes to "pull" a FP (MaxPass wasn't live yet) and then 1.15 minutes in the FP line to actually ride, while observing the Standby line of 7-8 hours...:crazy2: I just can't imagine how this is going to work without FP/MP. Which leads to my speculation:teeth:haha - that there must be a new idea circling here that hasn't been unveiled? A new system to herd the cattle? I hope so, or I just don't see how we won't all be queuing up at City Hall to waste away our Magic Morning...following the first month, of course. We arrive June 27th, oy vey!:rolleyes:
 


Bu! It’s going to be interesting to see what happens.

Well.....it got interesting Tonight Tuesday on Disney's ABC, Star Wars was all over the 30 mins of Blacklsh. The younger boy speaks of the philosophy of Luke losing his hand, Goldbergs Schooled is having a Star Wars night.....and tonight on Jimmy...Mark Hamil ..coming out as luke......and not a single Dumbo commercial.
 
Having read the latest rumor thread and going back to the Disneyland website, it states that after June 23rd reservations will no longer be required. This got me thinking, like some others, that the reservation period may/will be extended; however, with standby available much like the rumor states (although not starting outright when SWGE opens). The reservation could act like a FP to SWGE with standby being one entry point on Big Thunder Trail, and FP being the other.
 
We just realized that we have a credit with Southwest airlines that expires mid-June so looks like maybe a quick trip to DL is in order. We would want to book at least one night at a DLR hotel to make sure we get a reservation. Has there been any info as to how many days you would need to book on site to get a reservation or if just having one night booked is good enough? Just want to make sure we dont miss out.
 


We just realized that we have a credit with Southwest airlines that expires mid-June so looks like maybe a quick trip to DL is in order. We would want to book at least one night at a DLR hotel to make sure we get a reservation. Has there been any info as to how many days you would need to book on site to get a reservation or if just having one night booked is good enough? Just want to make sure we dont miss out.
The only official word on this is:

Guests staying at 1 of the 3 Disneyland Resort hotels during these dates will receive a designated reservation to access Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge during their visit

So it sounds like a one night stay during the reservation period will be enough to get you a reservation... at least I hope (as someone with a one night stay booked!!). The next question is how exactly will it work? Will it be for any time? Day of arrival? Day of departure? We do not know this yet.
 
Any clues as to what will happen with SWGE after 23 June? I know there is a reservation system planned from 31 May up until that date. However we actually arrive in Anaheim on 23 June and were wondering if anyone knows what the plans is from that date onwards?
 
There’s no plan other than Disney saying a reservation will no longer be required starting June 24.

I would assume that means as of June 24 you are free to walk into SW:GE and get in the (probably really long) standby line for Smuggler’s Run.

What, if anything, it means for FPs or RotR, no one knows.
 
I’m hoping they either extend the reservation system (assuming it works well) or open it up to Maxpass after June 24th. My son can’t do hours in a standby line...
 
I'm sorry if this has been discussed or asked about before, but does anybody know if Disney has announced whether adults will be allowed to dress up in the costumes they'll be selling in SWGE? I have a couple of friends who want to wear Jedi robes when they go.
 
I'm sorry if this has been discussed or asked about before, but does anybody know if Disney has announced whether adults will be allowed to dress up in the costumes they'll be selling in SWGE? I have a couple of friends who want to wear Jedi robes when they go.

I think wearing a Jedi robe will be like wearing a Hogwarts Robe through Universal - it's not a specific character like dressing up like a Princess. The issue with not allowing guests over a certain age to dress like a character is so no one confuses a guest with a CM who is actually representing that character in the park. Or at least that is my understanding of the rule.
 
I think wearing a Jedi robe will be like wearing a Hogwarts Robe through Universal - it's not a specific character like dressing up like a Princess. The issue with not allowing guests over a certain age to dress like a character is so no one confuses a guest with a CM who is actually representing that character in the park. Or at least that is my understanding of the rule.
That's my impression too. They're pushing that immersive, costume aspect of SW:GE, so it would be kind of silly if you couldn't wear them. Adults can still dress up in a way by bounding, so I guess the question is whether Disney will consider robes "normal clothes" at the gate.
 
Does anyone have any idea what the capacity of SWGE will be ?? I would think 14 acres would hold alot of guests. We will be there during the reservation period just not sure if there will be avalible times if we are staying on Harbor Blvd.
 
It's not just acreage in SWL that determines its capacity. 'Capacity' is determined by the totality of all the areas in the entire park available for use. They take into account areas closed off for construction, attractions under refurb, restaurant closures, and other factors beside that. I think it may have been Malcon10t who did a post on another thread about a discussion she had with a fire marshal about exactly what determines capacity. It's definitely not just XX acres will hold XX people.
 
That's my impression too. They're pushing that immersive, costume aspect of SW:GE, so it would be kind of silly if you couldn't wear them. Adults can still dress up in a way by bounding, so I guess the question is whether Disney will consider robes "normal clothes" at the gate.

I'm going as Mando-Minnie from Clan Mausz. I've already weathered the polka dots on my amour. *just kidding*

I totally would just go as with a group of Twi'leks inhabiting personalities from Inside Out. Bwhahaha! Darth Talon would be right on for Angry Twi'ek, Oola for Disaffected Twi'lek. *Just kidding again* Ahhhh the costuming mashup possibilities....


*Not Kidding* --> I'm bringing my Cantina Tiki Dress. I'll make a Star Wars inspired outfit if it looks like we can wear in-universe apparel. I wouldn't go as a known character in-universe.
 
Currently I am a General D23 member and I am debating upgrading to Gold Family (I know I don't HAVE to upgrade in order to go to the Expo). I'm seriously considering going to the Expo this year since I feel like last time I missed out on a great event (and maybe even getting the rumored ride on Rise of the Resistance...MAYBE).

Problem is that there are too many variables I don't know the answer to and I have heard horror stories about how crowded it is. My first priority would be wanting to go to the Resorts Panel(s) and I would also like to see movie panels as well (maybe they will give out Disney+ trial memberships out too???)...but I would likely go by myself...and I here that in order to get into these panels there are LONG LONG lines you would have to get into to see these.

So as someone that has never gone, I don't know what I don't know. If any of you have gone, can you please advise me on A) if it is even worth it for me to try? B) if I go by myself would I essentially have to decide what ONE main thing I want to do and then spend all weekend in line for it? C) just any other general advice about the event (If DisUnplugged hasn't already...I think this would be a great full on episode around now...tips and tricks for getting the most out of D23 expo).

Any help/advice would be appreciated.
 
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