We have a full run down of the offerings and schedule of Walt Disney World’s sold-out Galactic Nights event that is being held on April 14, 2017 in conjunction with Star Wars Celebration Orlando. Among the surprise highlights is a special Star Wars edition of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. Many events will occur at Rebel Base which is located in front of The Great Movie Ride. Check out all the fun.
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Entertainment
A Galactic Spectacular
Stars in Cars
Motorcade Route (Stars near Main Entrance)
8:05pm
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 the Park and travels towards Star Tours–The Adventures Continue
Inside the Sage: Celebrity Chat Show
Epic Stunt Theater
900, 1000, & 1100pm (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.
Celebrate the Saga
Rebel Base
9:15 & 1115pm
Take an interactive journey that chronologically celebrates the milestones of 40 Force-filled years of Star Wars
DJ Dance Party
Rebel Base
700 – 725pm & 945 – 1025pm
Sway the night away at a galactic dance party.
Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away (Enhanced for the event)
Rebel Base
745, 850 & 1050pm
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!
Galactic Nights Epligoue
Rebel Base
1140pm
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 you, the fans!
Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular (Enhanced for the event)
Rebel Base
1145pm
Watch the fireworks above bring the entire Star Wars saga to life in a spectacular multimedia experience!
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple (Enhanced for the event)
Near Star Tours- The Adventures Continue
745, 845, 945 & 1045pm
Witness the future of the Force, as younglings face their fears at the sacred Jedi Temple. 25 minutes. Visit Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost to reserve a spot in the training. Participants ages 4-12 must be present to register. Space is limited.
March of the First Order
Hollywood Boulevard
830 & 1030pm
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
Starts near Star Tours and travels to Rebel Base
725, 925 & 1125pm
The Sith Lord himself, Darth Vader, leads a battalion of Stormtroopers on a dramatic Imperial March to the Rebel Base.
Characters
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The following Star Wars characters will be at the event to meet guests:
Darth Vader
Chewbacca
Kylo Ren
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Boba Fett
Jawas
Ewoks
Imperial Troopers
AWR Troopers
The following Disney characters will be available in their standard locations:
Mickey & Minnie Mouse
Olaf
Buzz Lightyear & Woody
Moana
Scavanger Hunt
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:
Jabba the Hutt’s Palace (Near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster)
Han Solo Frozen in Carbonite (Near Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster)
Hoth Wampa Cave (Muppets Courtyard)
Trash Compactor (Left of Great Movie Ride)
Emperor’s Throne Room (Echo Lake)
Rogue One (Near One Man’s Dream)
Speeder Bike (Across from Star Tours)
Attractions
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 special The Force Awakens hard-ticket event which was held in 2015.
Other attractions that will be operating are:
The Great Movie Ride
Star Wars: Path of the Jedi
Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
Muppet-Vision 3D
Toy Story Mania!
Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream
Voyage of The Little Mermaid
Star Wars Launch Bay
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Food and Beverage
Skywalker Vineyards
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, Chebacca steins, and TIE Fighter popcorn buckets.
Merchandise
Special event merchandise will be available at the following locations:
Legends of Hollywood
Mickey’s of Hollywood
Keystone Clothiers
Launch Bay Cargo
Tatooine Traders