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Your complete guide to Star Wars: Galactic Nights. Info, tips, schedules

We are less than a week before the one-night event Star Wars: Galactic Nights takes place at Hollywood Studios at Disney World.

We wanted to make sure you were all prepared to go to the event and put together all of the latest information, entertainment schedules and some tips about the evening that celebrates everything Star Wars.

Here we go:

When is Star Wars: Galactic Nights?

The event is taking place Sunday, May 27, 2018, from 7 p.m. to midnight. Now, you can enter early at 4 p.m. and take advantage of Hollywood Studios before the evening begins.

Are there still tickets for Star Wars: Galactic Nights cost?

Yes. Tickets are $129 adults, $124 ages 3-9. Discount available for Annual Passholders by booking online or calling 407-WDW-PASS and for Disney Vacation Club Members by calling Member Services at 1-800-800-9800 or online, as well. Tickets are now on sale at Disneyworld.com/GalacticNights or by calling 407-W-DISNEY (407 934-7639).

Can I dress up for the night?

Yes, within reason. You can always wear outfits inspired by te characters. But if you really want to, you and your kids can as long as you follow the guidelines, which are used for the Halloween, Christmas and Galactic Nights, which you can find here.

What special events will be taking place?

Inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge– Epic Stunt Theater – 7:45 p.m., 9 p.m., 10:15 p.m.
David Collins will host a panel –  Scott Trowbridge, Portfolio Creative Executive at Walt Disney Imagineering; Eric Baker, Creative Director, Walt Disney Imagineering; Jon Georges, Executive Producer, Walt Disney Imagineering; and Margaret Kerrison, Managing Story Editor, Walt Disney Imagineering to discuss the new 14-acre expansion to the park, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which is due to open in 2019.

Star Wars: Galactic Destinations – Projections on Sunset Boulevard – 7 p.m. to midnight

The Hollywood Tower Hotel was transformed to show destinations from across the Star Wars galaxy with a new planet that has not been shown previously.

Jedi Training (ages 4 to 12) – Star Tours area

DJ Dance Party – Centerstage – 7 p.m. to midnight.

Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away – Centerstage. This event will debut new video moments from “Solo: A Star Wars Story.”

Imperial March – Main entrance to Centerstage

Galactic Nights Epilogue – Centerstage – 11:40 p.m.

Will there be fireworks at Star Wars: Galactic Nights?

Yes, the Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular fireworks with projections, lasers and fire erupting high in the sky at 11:45 p.m. at Centerstage. And it will debut a new action sequence from “Solo: A Star Wars Story.”

 Will there be characters?

Yes, you’ll be able to find them at the following locations:

  • Launch Bay – Darth Vader, Chewbacca, Kylo Ren, BB-8, Jawas and Rey.
  • Animation Courtyard – AWR Troopers
  • Star Tours – Storm Troopers
  • Sunset Showcase Courtyard – Seventh Sister
  • Sunset Showcase Inside – Tusken Raiders
  • Commissary Lane – Mickey and Minnie
  • Echo Lake – Olaf
  • Pixar Place – Buzz and Woody
  • Walt Disney Presents – Star Lord and Groot

Can we ride any of the rides at the park?

Yes, the following attractions will be open:

  • Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
  • Star Wars Launch Bay
  • Star Wars: Path of the Jedi
  • The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
  • Toy Story Mania!
  • Muppet*Vision 3D
  • Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream (Remember, this has part of the Star Wars: Galaxy Edge model)

What are other special things happening?

Special photo scenes: There will be special Star Wars-themed backdrops depicting popular scenes from the entire Star Wars Saga around for you can have a photo taken of you in the action. Each location will feature a special Snapchat filter, exclusive to the event.

  • Ahch-to: Luke’s Hut – Near Centerstage
  • Death Star: Emperor’s Throne Room – Near Hyperion Theater
  • Batuu – Grand Avenue
  • Jedha: U-wing and K-2SO – Grand Avenue
  • Malachor: Sith Temple – Sunset Showcase Courtyard
  • Tatooine: Jundland Wastes – Inside Sunset Showcase
  • Jakku: Luggabeast – Inside Sunset Showcase
  • Tatooine: Rancor – Inside Sunset Showcase

Is there special merchandise?

Yes. Special merchandise (take a look here) will be available at these locations:

  • Mickey’s of Hollywood
  • Tatooine Traders
  • Launch Bay Cargo
  • Once Upon a Time
  • Legends of Hollywood

Are there any special add-on packages?

There is a Galactic Tasting and Viewing Package where you can choose up to five food and beverage items and get reserved seating for the 9 p.m. or 10:15 p.m. Inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge panel. The Galactic Tasting and Viewing Package is available for purchase for $30 (plus tax) at the park if supplies last or by purchasing it here.

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