Hello Couponing to Disney readers! I’m Carrie, vacation specialist with Destinations in Florida-an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner-and I visit you each week here on Couponing to Disney to answer some Disney FAQs. I love hanging out on Couponing to Disney every week with you, answering questions about the Happiest Place on Earth! Did you know that each year, starting in May and continuing through Mid June, you can enjoy special Star Wars themed events at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? AND, this year, you can even enjoy some character dining with Jedi Mickey and friends at Hollywood and Vine! So, this week I am going to give you some answers to some Frequently Asked Questions about visiting Walt Disney World over Star Wars Weekends!
When do Star Wars Weekends take place?
For 2014, Star Wars Weekends begin on May 16 and continue through June 15th. The special events take place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Friday-Sundays.
Can I see Star Wars characters at Disney’s Hollywood Studios during this time?
Absolutely! There are special character appearances by Jedi Mickey, Princess Leia Minnie, as well as Ewoks, Storm Troopers, and even Darth Vader himself! Star Wars characters, as well as actors like Mark Hamill {aka Luke Skywalker} are available for autographs. In fact, as mentioned above, you can now dine with Disney characters in their Star Wars best at Hollywood and Vine. At Hollywood and Vine, you can enjoy dinner with Jedi Mickey, Leia Minnie, Darth Goofy, Stormtrooper Donald, and Chip and Dale as the Ewoks. At Sci Fi Dine In Theater, you can enjoy a galactic caliber breakfast while enjoying scenes and clips from your favorite Star Wars movies.
Are Star Wars Weekends activities included with my park admission?
Yes, they are. You can enjoy extra character meet and greets, the Star Wars Motorcade, and of course the Jedi Training Academy and a few extra rides on Star Tours! The evenings of Star Wars Weekends, you can enjoy Symphony in the Stars-an intergalactic nighttime show and fireworks, Padawan Mind Challenge, and much more! Be on the lookout for StormTroopers and Boba Fett patrolling the park as well!
What are the crowds like during Star Wars Weekends?
Since Star Wars Weekends occur during some of the summer travel season, Disney’s Hollywood Studios can get busy. It is an excellent time to use a Park Hopper ticket, and enjoy the park early in the morning and then “hop” to another one. If you have base tickets, a good touring plan is to visit Hollywood Studios one day during your stay that is NOT on the Star Wars Weekend and take in the attractions, shows, and entertainment not associated with Star Wars. And then plan another day, during the Star Wars events, to enjoy those specific to Star Wars Weekends.
Are there special merchandise or souvenirs I might want to get during Star Wars Weekends?
At Tatooine Traders, the gift shop as you exit Star Tours, you can always find your favorite Star Wars themed merchandise year round. During Star Wars Weekends, you will find limited edition shirts, Disney trading pins, popcorn buckets, and so much more. Be on the look out!
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