On Saturday, at Star Wars: Galactic Nights, the facade of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror was turned into destinations from throughout the Star Wars galaxy, thanks to projection-mapping technology. Many planets are visited during the 13 minute show, including Batuu from the upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge theme park land. Take a look at the show in its entirety:
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Walt Disney World and Disneyland 2018 Dated T-Shirts for Men, $27.99 (Two-sided printing). Available through Dec. 27.
Walt Disney World and Disneyland 2018 Dated T-Shirts for Women, $27.99. Available through Dec. 27.
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This year’s Star Wars: Galactic Nights event on December 16 will feature new event-exclusive merchandise. Attendees will also have first access to merchandise for the upcoming Solo: A Star Wars Story film, and be able to get a Star Wars makeover at a special pop-up spa.
Event-exclusive merchandise includes t-shirts, a tumbler, and a limited edition pin that commemorate the event.
Guests at Galactic Nights will also be able to purchase Solo: A Star Wars Story t-shirts, which are the first products created especially for Disney Parks for the upcoming film. Galactic Nights will be the first time the shirt is made available; it will then roll out to other parks locations starting December 17th and be available through May 25, 2018. On behalf of Star Wars: Force for Change, 25% of the retail price of the t-shirt will be donated to UNICEF USA in support of UNICEF Kid Power.
Attendees who want to look the part can visit the Senses – A Disney Spa Pop-Up Experience for a themed makeover. The pop-up spa will be set up in the Sunset Boulevard area of the park and will offer three different makeover packages that include fingernail, makeup and hair treatments inspired by Star Wars. Depending on the package, makeovers will take 30-60 minutes and will cost $80-$120 for adults and $50-$90 for children.
Digital “makeovers” are also available via exclusive Snapchat filters created specifically for the event. Eight different location-based filters will be available through the Snapchat app.
The event will hand out a special holiday ornament to attendees who have a ticket stub or proof of purchase from the opening weekend of Star Wars: The Last Jedi (dated December 14-17). The film opens Friday, December 15, but most theaters will begin showing the film on the night of December 14th. The commemorative ornaments are limited to one per guest while supplies last.
Disney has also teased one final surprise for the event – a special takeaway item when guests exit the park at the end of the event.
You can review our previous posts to learn more about the exclusive foods and activities, including special Tower of Terror projections and celebrity appearances, at the event. Galactic Nights tickets are $129 for adults or $124 for children, plus tax.
A preview, but quite a very small sneak peek. The latest episode of The Star Wars Show focuses mostly on Battlefront II’s voice actor T.J. Ramani, but there is a nice little preview of “Star Wars: Galactic Nights” that will be coming to Hollywood Studios for just one night on December 16th. The clip starts just before 1 minute mark on the video below.
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Star Wars fans heading to Hollywood Studios for Star Wars: Galactic Nights on Dec. 16 will find some stellar new and returning food offerings intended to appeal to both foodies and Star Wars fans alike. The chefs at Hollywood Studios have crafted gourmet treats inspired by characters, locations and scenes from the beloved franchise.
There are three new dishes debuting at the event. The Shrimp and Chorizo Skewer, generously loaded with Chorizo sausage, potato hash and shrimp, is intended as a tribute to the hearty appetite of the Wookiees (and the apparent prevalence of shellfish on Kashyyyk).
Also new this year, Tatooine Bisque is a blend of rutabaga, turnips, carrots, and parsnips inspired by the sandstorms and moisture farms of Tatooine.
And if you found the garbage chute scene in Episode IV: A New Hope appetizing, you’ll want to check out the Sweet and Crunchy Popcorn, loaded with cookies, caramel, chocolate and pecans.
Returning favorites include the popular Lightsaber Churros. Blue and red sugar coat the Light Side and Dark Side options, both offered with a Lightsaber Hilt.
Or try both in the Lightsaber Churro Sundae, with pieces of both red and blue churro served on a base of vanilla ice cream and topped with chocolate sauce.
Quench your galactic thirst with the classic Jettison Juice (non-alcoholic watermelon lemonade) served with a Death Star Glow Cube. Adults can try the Skywalker Wine Flight, featuring four wine selections – Sommità, Chardonnay, Pinor Noir Rosé, and Sommità Pinot Noir – from Skywalker Vineyards in Marin County, California.
A full list of all of the food and beverage items to be offered at the event is available on the Star Wars: Galactic Nights website. And if you just can’t decide which galactic goodies you want to try, you can choose the Galactic Tasting Sampler for $30. Select five items from up to 25 food and beverage options (including alcohol). You can also use the sampler for any Disney Dining Plan Snack-eligible items through Hollywood Studios.
Holster your lightsabers and get in your X-Wings – Star Wars: Galactic Nights is returning! Held after park hours from 7 p.m.-midnight with a Hollywood-style launch party, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will welcome Star Wars fans to celebrate the entire Star Wars Saga on December 16th, 2017.
Among many thrills in store, Guests can expect to enjoy Star Wars entertainment, special photo opportunities, event-exclusive merchandise and food & beverage, character greetings, a look at the ongoing Star Wars expansion coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and much more.
In addition to returning favorites like a Hollywood red carpet welcome, encounters with characters like Darth Vader and immersive photo backdrops of locations around the Star Wars galaxy, there are several thrilling new offerings for Guests to explore.
Event offerings include:
Also new for this event, several premium offerings will be available to add on to the Star Wars Galactic Nights experience. Intergalactic foodies can nosh on Star Wars-inspired food and beverage with a Galactic Tasting Sampler, and intrepid, Force-sensitive Younglings can explore their abilities with a Jedi Recruitment package.
Tickets are priced at $129 adults, $124 ages 3-9, with discounts available for Annual Passholders & DVC Members. Guests are able to book now for this out-of-the-galaxy event by calling 407-W-DISNEY or visiting DisneyWorld.com.
You can check out a ton of video from the last Star Wars – Galactic Nights event in our post from April.
The very first Star Wars Galactic Nights event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is taking place on April 14th, 2017 as part of Star Wars Celebration Orlando, but it is now expected that the event will become a regular offering for the park in the weeks to come. Disney has released a full schedule and list of events for the evening (finally) ahead of the debut just hours away:
Stars in Cars – 8:05PM
Motorcade Route (Stars near Main Entrance)
Grab your spot to view a star-studded motorcade featuring a galaxy of your favorite Star Wars celebrities. The motorcade begins at the front of Hollywood Boulevard and travels towards Star Tours: The Adventures Continue.
Inside the Saga – Celebrity Chat Show – 9:00, 10:00, 11:00PM
Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Theater (Pre-show begins 10 minutes before show time)
Hear from host Vanessa Marshall and Star Wars cast members and go behind the scenes of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” to learn what it takes to make remarkable cinematic moments. 30 minutes long.
Celebrate the Saga – 9:15 & 11:15PM
Rebel Base
Take an interactive journey that chronologically celebrates the milestones of 40 Force-filled years of Star Wars
DJ Dance Party – 7-7:25PM, 9:45-10:25PM
Rebel Base
Sway the night away at a galactic dance party.
Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away – 7:45, 8:50, 10:50PM
Rebel Base
Experience a live stage show of high energy film clips that juxtapose action-filled character moments on stage, including Chewbacca, Darth Vader, Kylo Ren and many more! (Enhanced for Event)
Galactic Nights Epilogue – 11:40pm
Rebel Base
Prior to the evening’s grand finale, join our event hosts as you marvel at a spotlight of Star Wars Galactic Nights event highlights from the fans!
Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular – 11:45PM
Rebel Base
Watch the fireworks above bring the entire Star Wars saga to life in a spectacular multimedia experience! (Enhanced for Event)
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple – 7:45, 8:45, 9:45, 10:45PM
Near Star Tours- The Adventures Continue
Witness the future of the Force, as younglings face their fears at the sacred Jedi Temple. 25 minutes in length. Visit Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost to reserve a spot in the training. Participants ages 4-12 must be present to register. Space is limited. (Enhanced for Event)
March of the First Order – 8:30 & 10:30PM
Hollywood Boulevard
Captain Phasma leads a unit of First Order Stormtroopers down Hollywood Boulevard to the Rebel Base, stopping for a demonstration of their power and strength.
Imperial March – 7:25, 9:25, & 11:25PM
Starts near Star Tours and travels to Rebel Base
The Sith Lord himself, Darth Vader, leads a battalion of Stormtroopers on a dramatic Imperial March to the Rebel Base.
The following Star Wars characters will be at the event to meet guests:
The following Disney characters will be available in their standard locations:
Guests are invited to collect a piece of the saga at photo backdrops featured throughout the Park and affix each piece to your Star Wars Galactic Nights Credential! Disney
PhotoPass Photographers will also be at each location to capture your favorite moments.
Locations:
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster: Star Wars Edition is a special experience just for the event. Take a journey through hyperspace in this not-to-be-missed Star Wars experience. A version of this experience was run during The Force Awakens premiere hard-ticket event which was held in December 2015.
Other attractions that will be operating are:
Skywalker Vineyards wines will be available at the bars located near the Rebel Base. Snack carts located throughout the park will feature specialty cupcakes, lightsaber churros, Chewbacca steins, and TIE Fighter popcorn buckets.
Special event merchandise will be available at the following locations:
WDWNT will be on the scene tonight to bring you all of the action, so stay tuned for live streams on our social media counts and much more, as well as plenty of photos, videos and thoughts after the event concludes.
Star Wars – Galactic Nights took over Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Friday, April 14th, 2017 during Star Wars Celebration Orlando, turning the park into a fanboy’s dream. While we are still formulating a review (as it is expected the event will return), please enjoy our videos of the various festivities:
Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster drops Aerosmith and adds the magical musical core of John Williams in this attraction overlay. The ride portion is mostly dark except for some projections of stars, a nice upgrade over the last time this overlay was installed in December 2015 for the premiere of The Force Awakens.
Rey from the new Star Wars trilogy joins the cast of this show for one night only.
Darth Vader and the stormtroopers march through Disney’s Hollywood Studios in this event exclusive offering.
A Rogue One sequence replaces Both in Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular. You can see the Both version of the show below this one in case you are wondering what’s missing.
A celebrity motorcade welcomes the stars to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Right before the fireworks show, the event is recapped and the guest lanyards come to life with some Disney magic…
Just for this event, the Seventh Sister is turned into a face character in Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple.
The Chinese Theater is turned into a living canvas as tableaus of Star Wars planets come to life.
Alright, they can’t all be winners. Witness this strange and almost useless stage show/powerpoint presentation on the history of Star Wars.
6 unique photo-ops were offered to guests during this event.
