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WDW: May the Force Be With You. (And Also With You.)

December 13, 2015 By Lena

(Hands up if you’re Catholic and this *always* comes to mind? Yeah, me too.)

Celebrate, my young Padawans! New Star Wars offerings have landed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, just in time for Star Wars: The Force Awakens which hits theatres on December 18, 2015. From interactive exhibits to galactic-themed food, discover new and updated Star Wars experiences that bring you closer to the epic saga than ever before.
SW1Now, where do I begin? Grab a “Hoth” chocolate (Get it? Hoth? I kill me!) and settle in, because I’ve been geeking out and can’t wait to share the fan fodder with you! 

Star Wars Launch Bay. Also known as the place to be! Get an up-close look at replica props, models, costumes and artifacts from the Star Wars films. It’s like an epic Star Wars museum, and is FREE with park admission! *Happy Dance*
launch bayLaunch Bay is also home to Launch Bay Theatre. Inside this stellar screening room, you’ll have a chance to watch a short film celebrating the Star Wars saga. (It’s only 10 minutes long, so it’s perfect for little attention spans.) The “behind-the-scenes” movie includes exclusive interviews with the directors, writers and other key players responsible for bringing the Star Wars galaxy to life.

You’ll also be able to get up close and personal with Darth Vader and Chewbacca at Launch Bay. Here’s your chance to confront the imposing Dark Lord of the Sith… and face your destiny!

Star Tours – The Adventures Continue. Hand down, this is my favourite thrill ride at Walt Disney World. It’s the kind of ride you need to do twice – or like, 20 times – because with 54 different adventures sets, it feels like a brand new attraction each time. And now, you’ll visit an all-new location from Star Wars: The Force Awakens! 
star toursInside Scoop: “During the opening months, we’ll make sure that everyone who rides Star Tours will experience the new adventure. After that, it will be up to the will of the Force.” (Disney Parks Blog)

Symphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular. Gather your favorite Jedi and Jawas to watch a very special fireworks spectacular. Picture it: a breathtaking display of twinkling lights fills the sky, as the thrilling sounds of John Williams’ classic Star Wars themes permeate the air. I’m getting goosebumps just thinking about it!
start warsSymphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular is presented nightly starting December 18, 2015. The show can be enjoyed throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios and is subject to change or cancellation due to inclement weather.

Star Wars: Path of the Jedi. Tomorrowland Theatre plays host to this dramatic film which compiles the most awesome Star Wars movie moments to tell the tale of the Jedi Order’s fall and return.
star-wars-15It’s like a 10-minute Coles Notes version for all Star Wars movies to date, and you can even schedule a FastPass+ to view it on your own time. Definitely a first-stop if you have a galactic novice in your party! (Although, nothing replaces 14 hours and 44 minutes of Star Wars movie fun.)

Tatooine Traders. Action figures, apparel, gadgets, LEGO kits, books and gifts galore – it’s a young Jedi’s dream! Descend upon this desert dome to procure rare Star Wars memorabilia and create your very own lightsaber or droid.
star warsThe exterior of Tatooine Traders is themed to resemble the buildings of Mos Eisley and Mos Espa. Expect to find exclusive The Force Awakens memorabilia in the coming months, including epic souvenirs you won’t find anywhere else in the world.

Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple. Of course we have to chat about the Jedi Training Academy! Now called Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple, the show includes two new showstopping features!
star-wars-12 (1)Watch younglings train in the ways of the Force and put their skills to the test to defeat the Dark Side… but move over Vader, there’s a brand new villain in town! The Seventh Sister from the popular Disney XD series Star Wars Rebels joins Vader to duel with half the trainees.

But it isn’t over yet… after each trainee has had their turn, the tyrant Darth Maul arrives, wielding his trademark dual-edged lightsaber. He confronts the Jedi Master’s apprentice in a choreographed battle that serves as the show’s new climax. EPIC!

Sounds like a dream come true? Your Star Wars adventure is only just beginning at Walt Disney World Resort… even more is on the horizon! In the coming years, the Star Wars experience at Walt Disney World Resort will make the jump to hyperspace with the addition of a Star Wars-themed Land.

“At 14-acres in size, Star Wars Land will be the largest single-themed expansion ever added to a Disney theme park. The massive new land will transport you to a never-before-seen planet—a remote trading port that acts as one of the last stops before wild space – where Star Wars characters and stories come to life.”

Whenever you visit, it’s going to be a blast! Click here for more information about Star Wars at Walt Disney World Resort.

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: disney's hollywood studios, star wars, Walt Disney World

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  1. Kathy downey

    December 6, 2015 at 6:34 pm

    My granddaughter would be doing the happy dance if she were there,taking all this in

    • Lena

      December 7, 2015 at 2:19 pm

      I think all Star Wars fans would agree!

  2. Chandra O'Connor

    December 7, 2015 at 5:15 am

    It’s changed now to “and with your spirit” the young ones training would be really cute to watch.

    • Lena

      December 7, 2015 at 2:26 pm

      Yes, it’s true! And the younglings are so much fun to watch :)

  3. Jenny

    December 7, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    Thanks for all the info! We love Star Wars!

    • Lena

      December 7, 2015 at 2:26 pm

      You’re welcome!

  4. michael

    December 7, 2015 at 1:44 pm

    Nice post! Can’t wait to return to WDW in January!

    • Lena

      December 7, 2015 at 2:27 pm

      Me neither!!!

  5. {Erica}EverythingMomandBaby

    December 7, 2015 at 2:31 pm

    I love Yoda!

    • Lena

      December 7, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      Love him too, I do :)

  6. Corry L.

    December 8, 2015 at 2:17 pm

    My brother is the biggest Star Wars fan! I was forced to watch the movies over 100+ times back in the day before people had more than one TV/VCR. Guess I’m a fan by proxy!

  7. angela september

    December 8, 2015 at 3:59 pm

    this is SO hella exciting!!!
    can’t wait til we can afford to take the boys again

  8. mrdisco

    December 10, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    it’s on my bucket list of places to see. right after Florence.

  9. kristen visser

    December 14, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    omg what my hubby would do to be apart of all that Star Wars action! We have our seats and tickets purchased for this Saturday. Not gonna lie he is more excited then i am lol

  10. mrdisco

    December 14, 2015 at 3:30 pm

    i’ve got my tickets booked for the new movie. think seeing it 3 times is too few?

  11. Judy Cowan

    December 14, 2015 at 5:01 pm

    Another reason to go to Disney….as if I needed one!

  12. Eldon

    December 14, 2015 at 6:26 pm

    Would love to see this myself!

  13. Debbie Bashford

    December 15, 2015 at 4:12 am

    Oh how fun would that have been!

  14. Tara Gauthier

    December 17, 2015 at 3:04 am

    WOW..my kids would love this, heck so would I. It is a great of mine to one be able to go to Disney, and take my kids of course!

  15. Alayne Langford

    December 17, 2015 at 9:57 pm

    We are big Star Wars fans!! This looks and sounds amazing!! :)

  16. DebH

    December 20, 2015 at 12:07 am

    I love Disney and would love to visit Star Wars Land!

  17. angela september

    December 21, 2015 at 1:16 pm

    my kids would flip out I cannot WAIT to take them back to this exhibit!! oh my husband would flip too for the record lol

  18. Michelle E

    January 1, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    Loved the new movie!

  19. Treen Goodwin

    January 3, 2016 at 10:02 am

    My Grandson loves Star wars , he got storm troopers for Christmas , he love anything to do with it , he would freak to be there :) awesome thanks for sharing , looks like a great fun time !

  20. Melinda Jana

    January 4, 2016 at 11:54 am

    so much awesome Star Wars stuff going on. I totally want to check it out

  21. Cheryl

    January 11, 2016 at 11:44 am

    Looks like so much fun! My kids would love it

  22. Athena

    January 16, 2016 at 9:39 pm

    This looks incredible!

  23. joanne frank

    March 20, 2016 at 8:40 am

    it’s on my bucket list of places to see

  24. kathy downey

    March 20, 2016 at 4:22 pm

    I grandson would be so excited if her were there ! Love the write-up

  25. Susan T.

    December 27, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    This looks amazing! Star Wars is such a huge part of my childhood and I’m glad it’s more popular than ever!

  26. Debbie White Beattie

    May 22, 2017 at 4:23 am

    The Star Wars series so great and the new movies are awesome even though George Lucas didn’t want anymore made. What did he think was going to happen when he sold Lucas films to Disney!

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