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BIG changes are on the way for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
On April 29th, 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. Expect to see new characters, updated stores and merchandise, and even updated music! We’ve got all the details you need to know about, so let’s get into it.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland has always been more than just a themed land. It’s a fully immersive planet where storylines evolve, characters roam freely, and now, we’re getting brand-new surprises.
Hey R2!
From the moment guests step onto Batuu, they’re transported into a living galaxy far, far away, and now Disney has confirmed that some notable changes are on the horizon. The beloved Droid Depot is getting some updates on the West Coast after April 29th.
Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is getting some MAJOR updates to shops, characters, and more!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge continues to be one of the most immersive lands ever created in a Disney park, transporting guests straight into the middle of a galaxy far, far away. From piloting the Millennium Falcon to sipping blue milk on Batuu, every detail of the land is designed to make visitors feel like they’ve stepped into a living Star Wars story. And now, Disney has announced another notable update that will bring fresh life to one of Galaxy’s Edge’s most iconic locations.
Stay calm!! The moment you Star Wars fans have been waiting for is here!
Beginning April 29, 2026, visitors to Batuu may find Darth Vader inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif., as the land expands its timeline to include more Star Wars eras. Read more about the exciting updates coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland at DisneyParksBlog.com. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Since Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened on May 31st, 2019, at Disneyland Resort, we’ve been exploring the entirely original planet of Batuu. Characters like the Mandalorian, Grogu, Rey, and Kylo Ren are certainly highlights — but Disney has just announced that some OG Star Wars characters are coming to the land later this year, and to say we’re freaking out is an understatement!
Disney Visa Cardmembers, get ready for something new coming to Disneyland this year!
Disneyland Star Wars Launch Bay
Disney Visa Cardmembers have access to some seriously fun perks at Disney Parks, from exclusive discounts on dining and merchandise to special character experiences you can’t get anywhere else. One of the most beloved benefits is the ability to access cardmember-only character meet and greet opportunities, and one popular Disneyland perk is getting a major update this April.
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”)!
Disney’s first After Hours event of the year officially sold out at the Magic Kingdom earlier this week.
Magic Kingdom After Hours
The January 12th event, which offered tickets at $175, was completely sold out as of Monday morning. The event, which sees the park open an extra three hours for ticketholders to enjoy at a lower capacity, was the first of 16 After Hours events at the Magic Kingdom scheduled for the year.
You might think the only wardrobe requirement for a Disney World vacation is a comfortable pair of sneakers, but there’s actually more to it than that.
UNIQLO
Disney World has always maintained dress code policies across the resort, but as we head deeper into 2026, there are some specific rules that Cast Members are actively enforcing. Whether you’re planning a casual day in the Magic Kingdom or have reservations at one of Disney’s upscale restaurants, knowing what’s allowed (and what’s not) can save you from an awkward situation at the gates or before your meal. We’re breaking down the three main dress code categories you need to know about so you can pack smart and avoid any wardrobe-related surprises.
Here at DFB, we take our Disney waffles VERY seriously. Y’all remember how upset we got when they changed the waffles at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments in Magic Kingdom, right? (Fortunately, Disney changed them back). We also will eat our weight in Mickey waffles, if given a choice.
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Well, we also love the sweet waffles snacks at Marketplace Snacks in Disney Springs, but something NEW has come to that snack spot. Now, you can get sweet AND savory waffles…and let’s just say that we will be headed to Disney Springs TOMORROW, January 15th, when these new savory waffles drop.
Disneyland’s got some BIG surprises up its sleeve for 2026…
…and we can’t WAIT to share EVERYTHING there is to know about visiting this OG park in the new year, today on DFB Guide! [Read more…]
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