Star Wars Weekends 2014

[Hyperspace Hoopla]

I bet Ratzenberger's FP line was crazy.

 

[CaptainShortty]

I bet Ratzenberger's FP line was crazy.

It was stretched out to the boat dock when I got there around 5:15am. All of his FPs were gone by around 7:45.

 

[jakeman]

@wdwmagic

Hey Steve,

I think I ask this every year, but any info on authors that may be there each weekend?

Thanks!

 

[YodaMan]

Question: As a College Program participant that just started and can't do FP+, what's the best way to do Star Wars Weekends? I'm going tomorrow (the only day I'm free this weekend) and am curious how early I should get there, what I should hit up, etc. Thanks!

 

[tribbleorlfl]

It was stretched out to the boat dock when I got there around 5:15am. All of his FPs were gone by around 7:45.

Did you see him take any standby's. Trying to gauge my possibility for success on Sunday since I can't get to the park till 9 or 10. I'm assuming most if the people had Pixar or Cheers stuff as opposed to SW.

 

[PhotoDave219]

Question: As a College Program participant that just started and can't do FP+, what's the best way to do Star Wars Weekends? I'm going tomorrow (the only day I'm free this weekend) and am curious how early I should get there, what I should hit up, etc. Thanks!

Depends on what you want to see, really. There's the Processional at 11:30. Saga of the Stars is almost a must do. Fireworks at 945. Lots of characters in between....

I suggest trying to get a fastpass for any of the shows as soon as you get in. If you want to meet Vader or Chewbacca without waiting forever, better rope drop and pick one and head right there.

I'm turning into the leisurely SWW person mostly because we're suddenly on Tattooine.

 

[StageFrenzy]

I'm turning into the leisurely SWW person mostly because we're suddenly on Tattooine.

Feels a bit damp for Tattooine, "it's a dry heat".
Rather than just dump a sarcastic line i'll add hang out near the entrance and just enjoy the atmosphere of the stormtroopers guarding you from those pesky rebels.

 

[Maerj]

They didn't have any of the Storm trooper mugs when I was there. Could I order one through wdw merchandise?

 

[PhotoDave219]

They didn't have any of the Storm trooper mugs when I was there. Could I order one through wdw merchandise?

They are back in stock and available at Akbar's Snack Bar

 

[Maerj]

They are back in stock and available at Akbar's Snack Bar

Yeah, but I just got back from wdw on Thursday, so mail order will be the only way I can get one. Thanks for the info, I will see if they can get me one from there.

 

[PhotoDave219]

Sidenote on the storm trooper mug.

At akbar's snack bar, your options on beverages are limited. It is either the piña colada, the force, or the Darkside all in alcoholic or nonalcoholic forms.

If you wish a different beverage in it, you're just SOL.

 

[PhotoDave219]

Yeah, but I just got back from wdw on Thursday, so mail order will be the only way I can get one. Thanks for the info, I will see if they can get me one from there.

Ask @Jakester. He might be able to get a hold of the SKU number for you.

 

[Mckicp1]

Sorry, I read most of the thread but didn't see the answer. Do we know if Mark Hamill will be signing autographs, or just appearing?

 

[Kman101]

Akbar's is in Darth's Mall, right?

 

[PhotoDave219]

Sorry, I read most of the thread but didn't see the answer. Do we know if Mark Hamill will be signing autographs, or just appearing?

Mark Hamill will not be signing autographs.

He will be appearing in the motorcade as well as his own show "a conversation with Mark Hamill" which I think is it 2 PM-ish.

 

[PhotoDave219]

Akbar's is in Darth's Mall, right?

Yes, in the back corner. Between the cash registers and the arts.

Also… That's one tiny sales location compared to last year's giant tent. I find it difficult to move in there.

 

[Maerj]

Ask @Jakester. He might be able to get a hold of the SKU number for you.

Thanks!

 

[Marc Gil]

Quick Question: (I apologize in advance if this has already been answered) Are the schedules of the Citizens of Hollywood affected by the events of Star Wars Weekends?

 

[PhotoDave219]

Quick Question: (I apologize in advance if this has already been answered) Are the schedules of the Citizens of Hollywood affected by the events of Star Wars Weekends?

No.

All other entertainment goes on as regularly scheduled with the notable exception of any meet and greets specifically by the hat. Or at least that's what Kenny the pirate has on his site.

 

[Marc Gil]

No.

All other entertainment goes on as regularly scheduled with the notable exception of any meet and greets specifically by the hat. Or at least that's what Kenny the pirate has on his site.

Thanks a lot @PhotoDave219