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Some Star Wars themed hacks from our most recent trip to Disney's Hollywood Studios, on this very special day! #MayTheFourthBeWithYou
It's still a few years before Star Wars Land will open at Disney's Hollywood Studios, but that doesn't mean you can't have a load of Star Wars themed fun now!
Here are a few of my favorite hacks!
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/hollywood-studios/star-wars-jedi-training/
Watch younglings train in the ways of the Force and put their skills to the test against the Dark Sides greatest villains!
Hacks:
- Get there EARLY! I cannot stress that enough
- You MUST have your kid with you to get them signed up
- Return for your show with plenty of time for your kid to get checked in and receive their instructions
- This will also determine which of the villains your kid will battle during the show
- Don't plan your FastPass+ too close to the showtime
- Because this is an outdoor show, it is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather - Make sure you get a PhotoPass card from one of the photographers next to the stage
- That being said, get a good spot to take your own pictures/video
- Assess your kid and see if they are possibly too old or nervous in front of a crowd
- Getting a Star Tours FP+? Get it for the end of the show since you're going to be there anyway
Star Wars: Path of the Jedi: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/hollywood-studios/path-of-the-jedi-film/
A 10-minute film retelling the blockbuster Star Wars saga
Hacks:
- A great place for anyone in your party who is not comfortable riding a motion simulator like Star Tours to wait
- Also a good place to get out of the elements if it's too hot or raining.
Star Wars Launch Bay: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/hollywood-studios/star-wars-launch-bay/
Check out movie props from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, play games, snap photos, screen videos, and greet heroes and villains.
Hacks:
- Plan to spend some time there, especially if there's a Star Wars fan in your group
- Guests with PhotoPass will get the most out of this experience
- Meet Chewie, Kylo Ren and BB-8 (NEW)
- Bring something to trade with a Jawa (I hear they like shiny objects, like Tamatoa)
- Bring a Fiver ($5) for the penny smasher located just outside the gift shop (No pennies required)
- If a Storm Trooper asks you to go with him, do it! (You can thank me later)
Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/hollywood-studios/star-wars-galactic-spectacular/
Hacks:
- Position yourself in front of or between the projector towers (Follow these guidelines by WDW Prep School: http://wdwprepschool.com/the-best-nighttime-show-and-fireworks-viewing-spots-at-disney-world/)
- Use the restroom before the show
- Have someone in your group grab a spot while you take the kids on one more ride
- If you're going to hold your kid, put them on your hip and NOT on your shoulders
- Get a snack to enjoy while you wait for the show to start
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