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Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is getting some HUGE changes on April 29th!
Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Disney is expanding the timeline for Galaxy’s Edge to include more Star Wars eras that will unlock the timeline in the biggest way yet. We’re talking new characters, updated stores, and what some people might consider the most exciting part — updated MUSIC (it’s us, we’re “some people”)!
For Star Wars fans, Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is a destination in and of itself. Where else can you take a shot at flying the Millennium Falcon or going head-to-head with The First Order for the Rebellion? Where else can you see the Mandalorian and Grogu wandering about, along with Chewbacca?
Fuzzy Tuantuan drink at Oga’s Cantina
Where else can you grab a Star Wars-themed drink in a hive of scum and villainy? That’s what Oga’s Cantina is all about, but we’ve got some bad news about this popular bar: it’s set to close soon in Disneyland.
Something new is coming to Disneyland from a galaxy far far away!
Galaxy’s Edge
Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland has tons of treats, drinks, and souvenirs to offer Star Wars fans from all over. Now, Galaxy’s Edge is adding a new drink to its unique offerings, and we’re really curious as to how it’s going to taste!
It’s not always fun to get to Disneyland only to discover your favorite ride is closed for refurbishment. However, the good news is that we usually have a little advance notice when that happens. It isn’t often enough of a notice to reschedule our trips, but at least it prepares us for the disappointment, right?
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland
The early months of the year are usually PRIME time for ride refurbishments in Disneyland. So if you’re visiting then, you’ll want to be aware of which rides are closed. If you’re planning on visiting the park during that time, particularly Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, you’ll want to know about this ride closure: Rise of the Resistance will be closed as of January 20th.
Today is the day we’ve been dreading…Disney has announced price increases for its theme parks in the U.S.
Main Street, U.S.A.
Now, we’ve already seen price hikes in Disney World for food and drinks, tickets, and annual passes, but Disneyland is also seeing its prices go up, so we’re going to break down everything that’s going to now cost you more in Disneyland so you won’t have sticker shock if you’re planning a trip to the West Coast OG park.
Disney is revamping parts of Hollywood Studios, including Muppets Courtyard and Animation Courtyard. Muppets Courtyard closed on June 7th, while Animation Courtyard just recently closed on September 25th. The area that was once Muppets Courtyard will become Monsters, Inc. Land, and Animation Courtyard will be The Walt Disney Studios upon reopening in 2026.
Animation Courtyard
With these areas of the park closed, there are now 10 attractions you will no longer be able to experience. New attractions will be coming soon, but in the meantime, we’ll all need to get used to seeing construction walls.
Disney Visa Cardmember perks have changed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Previously, Cardmembers were able to access an exclusive meet-and-greet at Star Wars Launch Bay, but that area is now closed to make way for The Walt Disney Studios.
Disney Visa Card
Being a Disney Visa Cardmember comes with a variety of perks, including discounts at dining locations and special offers on Disney vacations. In addition to those perks, cardmembers can also take advantage of photo opportunities. Cardmembers can find a photo opportunity at the Disney Visa Photo Spot located at EPCOT, next to Journey Into Imagination with Figment. And now, there are two new photo opportunities in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
Rope dropping Disney’s Hollywood Studios can often involve a fair amount of planning, strategy, and risk.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
There are several heavy-hitter attractions in this park, so it can be pretty challenging to know where to start if you want to take advantage of those early morning wait times. But recently, during a visit to Hollywood Studios, we tried a DIFFERENT strategy. And if you’re a fan of character meets, Star Wars, or even just a leisurely morning…it might be the plan that’s perfect for you!
A huge change is coming to Disneyland!
Oga’s in Disneyland!
Oga’s Cantina in Galaxy’s Edge has been a popular bar since the moment it opened. The Star Wars-themed lounge has recently announced a massive change that might make it easier to dine and drink in space.
Okay, let’s say you’ve got a day planned to visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is on your to-do list.
Kylo Ren
You can’t visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge without riding its KEY ride, though, Rise of the Resistance. Now this ride is notorious for many different reasons, and it’s also one of the most popular in Disney World. So if you want to have the best experience on Rise of the Resistance EVER, we’ve got some great tips for you to get the most out of this attraction.
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