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15 April 2008: Star Wars Weekend 2008 lineup
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Guests of all ages can
get into the Star Wars spirit during Star Wars Weekends, a
family-friendly fan-fest scheduled for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
June 6-29 at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park.
With the Star Tours thrill attraction serving as the centerpiece of the
celebration, the event fills Disney's Hollywood Studios with more than
50 Star Wars characters from the entire saga, including the evil Sith
Darth Vader and Darth Maul, Greedo, Queen Amidala, Anakin Skywalker,
R2-D2, the loveable Wookiee Chewbacca, Twi'leks, Rodians and every hero,
heroine, droid and villain in between. Jedi Mickey Mouse has even been
known to make an appearance.
Star Wars Weekends features a variety of activities such as: "Behind the
Force," an insider's look at the making of the films; "Padawan Mind
Challenge," allowing kids under 12 to test their wits before the Jedi
Council; "Legends of the Force," a motorcade featuring favorite Star
Wars celebrities; and "Jedi Training Academy," where young Jedi-wannabes
can learn lightsaber battle techniques and test their newfound skills
against Darth Vader or Darth Maul.
Star Wars celebrities are on hand each weekend for photos, Q&A,
autograph sessions and Hollywood-style motorcades. All four weekends,
Star Wars actor Warwick Davis (who portrayed "Wicket the Ewok") will
serve as celebrity emcee and host of the event.
Other celebrities scheduled to appear include (subject to change):
June 6-8: Jeremy Bulloch ("Boba Fett") and Daniel Logan (young "Boba
Fett")
June 13-15: Peter Mayhew ("Chewbacca") and David Prowse ("Darth
Vader")
June 20-22: Amy Allen ("Aayla Secura") and Matthew Wood ("General
Grievous")
June 27-29: Dave Filoni (director of the upcoming "Star Wars: The
Clone Wars")
The Star Wars Weekends fun is included with regular admission to Disney's Hollywood Studios. Guests can access more information by visiting disneyworld.com/starwars or www.starwars.com
16 March 2008: Star Wars Weekend dates for 2008
This year's Star Wars Weekend dates are:
June 6, 2008 - June 8, 2008
June 13, 2008 - June 15, 2008
June 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008
June 27, 2008 - June 29, 2008
22 May 2007: Star Wars Weekends details and celebrity lineup
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- A long time ago in a
galaxy not so far away, the power of the Force combined with the magic
of Disney to present the very first Star Wars Weekends.
This summer, as Star Wars celebrates its 30th anniversary, the adventure
continues as Star Wars Weekends returns to Disney-MGM Studios.
For four consecutive weekends in June -- every Friday, Saturday and
Sunday from June 1-June 24, 2007 -- the Disney-MGM Studios theme park
comes alive as heroes, droids, villains, Jedi and evil Sith gather for a
grand celebration of the Star Wars films.
Event activities are included in regular admission to the Disney-MGM
Studios theme park.
Celebrating the complete epic Star Wars saga -- there's something for
everyone with Star Wars celebrity meet-and-greets, Hollywood-style
motorcades and appearances by favorite characters including Queen
Amidala, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, Greedo, Darth Vader and Darth Maul.
Even Jedi Mickey Mouse -- dressed in his very own Jedi robe -- makes
special appearances during the event.
Guests are encouraged to join the fun by dressing in their favorite Star
Wars-inspired apparel and costumes.
Anchored by the theme park's famous Star Tours thrill ride, Star Wars
Weekends features popular events and activities including Jedi Training
Academy -- an interactive, immersive experience that calls forth chosen
young "Obi-Wanna-Bes" to perfect their best lightsaber strategies under
the tutelage of a Jedi Master.
Star Wars celebrity guests scheduled to appear this year include:
All Four Weekends -- Celebrity Host
Jay Laga'aia ("Captain Typho")
- Weekend 1 -- June 1-3:
Warwick Davis ("Wicket the Ewok")
Kenny Baker ("R2-D2")
- Weekend 2 -- June 8-10:
Ray Park ("Darth Maul")
Daniel Logan ("Young Boba Fett")
- Weekend 3 -- June 15-17:
Jeremy Bulloch ("Boba Fett")
Peter Mayhew ("Chewbacca")
- Weekend 4 -- June 22-24:
Anthony Daniels ("C-3PO")
Bonnie Piesse ("Young Beru Lars")
And the fun doesn't stop there. Other festival highlights include:
- Stars of the Saga -- Visiting Star Wars celebrities take part in daily autograph sessions, talk show-style conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades.
- To Endor... and Back? -- Guests can take flight to the moon of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator that salutes the Star Wars series.
- One-of-a-Kind Collectibles -- Star Wars fans will find a treasure trove of event-exclusive Star Wars memorabilia -- from limited-edition Disney character figures (clad in famous Star Wars costumes), trading pins and commemorative posters to apparel, medallions, action figures and other commemorative items.
- Legends of the Force -- Star Wars characters, celebrities and more are featured in a daily motorcade which travels from the entrance of the theme park to the Star Tours attraction.
- Behind the Force -- A behind-the-scenes film presentation shows guests some of the movie magic Lucasfilm Ltd. created to bring the Star Wars saga to the cinema.
- Hyperspace Hoopla -- A nightly grand finale featuring Star Wars characters and high-energy music brings each event day to a close.
For the latest Star Wars Weekends updates, guests may visit disneyworld.com/starwars or www.starwars.com.
16 May 2007: Star Wars Weekends merchandise
The merchandise for this years weekends is unveiled at http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/misc/news20070509.html
9 March 2007: 2007 Star Wars Weekend dates
The events for 2007 kicks off June 1 and continues each Friday, Saturday and Sunday until June 24 2007.
20 May 2006: Official podcasts from the Star Wars weekends
Disney are producing a series of podcasts each
weekend, featuring interviews with many of the guest celebrities. Check
out the first 4 interviews now at:
http://www.starwars.com/community/event/disney/news20060519.html
28 April 2006: Star Wars Weekends 2006 full details and celebrity line-up
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Once again, the power of
the Force and the magic of Disney combine for Star Wars Weekends, a
family-friendly fan-fest scheduled for four consecutive weekends in May
and June at the Disney-MGM Studios theme park. The sci-fi fun kicks off
May 19, 2006, and continues each Friday, Saturday and Sunday through
June 11, 2006.
With the park's famous Star Tours thrill ride serving as the centerpiece
of the celebration, the annual event fills the Disney-MGM Studios theme
park with the largest gathering anywhere of heroes, heroines, droids and
villains from the famous Star Wars films.
Star Wars celebrities also take part in meet-and-greet sessions, star
conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades each day of the event.
New this year: actor Warwick Davis -- known to audiences as the Ewok scout "Wicket," as well as lead roles in the films "Willow" and "Leprechaun," and as Professor Flitwick in the popular "Harry Potter" motion pictures -- will play the new role of celebrity host each weekend of the festival. Davis portrayed Wicket the Ewok in "Return of the Jedi" on the silver screen, as well as two "Ewok" movies that aired on the ABC Television Network in the mid-1980s.
In addition to Davis, Star Wars celebrities
scheduled to appear include:
Weekend #1, May 19-21, 2006
Peter Mayhew -- Chewbacca, the loyal Wookiee in the original Star Wars
trilogy and Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Rick McCallum -- famed Star Wars producer
Weekend #2, May 26-28, 2006
Jake Lloyd -- young Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom
Menace
Matt Wood -- voice of General Grievous in Star Wars Episode III: Revenge
of the Sith and the Supervising Sound Editor for Skywalker Sound
Weekend #3, June 2-4, 2006
Jay Laga'aia -- Captain Typho, Senator Amidala's head of security in
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Bonnie Piesse -- young Aunt Beru in Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the
Clones
Weekend #4, June 9-11, 2006
Jeremy Bulloch -- Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy
Temuera Morrison -- Jango Fett, the dangerous bounty hunter in Star Wars
Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Throughout Star Wars Weekends guests never know which Star Wars character they'll find around the corner, whether it's the heroic Jedi Luke Skywalker, the sinister Greedo, the furry and lovable Chewbacca or evil Siths Darth Vader and Darth Maul. Jedi Mickey Mouse -- dressed in his very own Jedi robe -- has even been known to make meet-and-greet appearances during the festival. Meet-and-greets with more than 50 famous villains and heroes from all six Star Wars films bring guests face-to-face with their favorite characters.
Another popular Star Wars Weekends event is Jedi Training Academy. Designed for young "Obi-Wanna-Bes" and presented on the Rebel Base Stage, it gives Jedi hopefuls the chance to perfect their moves with a lightsaber. Following instruction by a Jedi Master, young Padawans are challenged to test their newly acquired lightsaber skills against one of the evil Siths.
Other festival activities in the Star Wars Weekends galaxy include:
- Star Wars Legends -- Visiting Star Wars
celebrities take part in a talk show-style conversation inside the
theme park's ABC Theatre. Guests hear directly from the actors,
actresses and creative minds that have brought the popular film
series to life since Star Wars debuted in 1977.
- To Endor... and Back? -- Guests can take
flight to the moon of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight
simulator that salutes the Star Wars series. Synchronizing a
stunning film with the virtually limitless gyrations of the
simulator, the attraction takes guests on a hair-raising,
light-speed trip aboard a careening star speeder. The rookie droid
pilot tries his best to get the ship back to port while dodging
comets and Imperial Tie Fighters.
- Who Wants to be a Jedi? -- Special editions
of the popular game show attraction "Who Wants To Be A
Millionaire-Play It!" will be presented, with Star Wars-inspired
questions and surprise appearances by film characters. The
attraction's studio audience can join in the fun by answering trivia
questions using keypads installed at their seats. Younger fans can
also take part in the Padawan Mind Challenge, a trivia contest
geared for children under age 12.
- One-of-a-Kind Collectibles -- Star Wars collectors will find a treasure trove of special-edition merchandise each weekend. Once again, Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have created event-exclusive Star Wars memorabilia -- from trading pins and commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other limited-edition items -- that will be available in Tatooine Traders. The themed retail location is adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.
Star Wars Weekends will launch into orbit May 19, 2006, and will be held four consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through June 11, 2006.
6 April 2006: 2006 Star Wars Weekend dates
This year's Star Wars Weekends at Disney-MGM
Studios will take place on four consecutive weekends (Friday-Sunday)
beginning May 19, 2006 and running through June 11, 2006.
2006 event dates are May 19-21, 26-28, June 2-4 and 9-11.
Fans of all ages will converge on the park to celebrate with Star Wars
celebrities, costumed characters, activities, exclusive merchandise and
the famous Star Tours attraction.
10 June 2005: Star Wars Weekends extended
The Jedi have returned to Disney-MGM Studios in
full force for Star Wars Weekends in 2005 and event organizers responded
today by announcing the park-wide sci-fi fest will be extended two
additional weekends.
Originally scheduled to conclude June 12, Star Wars Weekends will
continue the galactic fun June 17-19 and June 24-26. The event began May
20 and takes place each Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Disney-MGM
Studios. Event activities are included with theme park admission.
This is the sixth year Star Wars Weekends has been held at Walt Disney
World Resort and has quickly become one of the largest and most popular
Star Wars fan events held anywhere in the world.
Buoyed by worldwide excitement surrounding the newest Star Wars film --
Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith -- Star Wars fans at
Disney-MGM Studios made it clear they can't get enough of their favorite
Jedi, Sith, Wookiees, Rodians and the galaxy of stars created by George
Lucas.
"Our guests told us they want more Star Wars Weekends this year and
we're looking forward to extending the fun through the end of June,"
said Linda Warren, executive vice president of Walt Disney World
Marketing and Brand Management. "We work year-round with our friends at
Lucasfilm to immerse guests in a Star Wars environment like no other.
We're delighted they have responded so positively to the additions we've
made this year to celebrate the newest Star Wars film."
21 April 2005: Star Wars Celebrities Schedule
May 20 - 22
Daniel Logan (Young Boba Fett)
John Goodson (Concept Model Maker)
May 27 - 29
Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca)
Rob Coleman (Animation Supervisor)
June 3 - 5
Warwick Davis (Wicket the Ewok)
Don Bies (R2-D2 Operator)
June 10 - 12
Jerome Blake (Rune Haako)
Brian Gernand (Model Supervisor)
27 February 2005: George Lucas visits WDW
With his newest film, "Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith" set to debut in theaters in May 2005, "Star Wars" creator and director George Lucas took time late Thursday evening, Feb. 24, 2005, to meet "Jedi Mickey Mouse" at the Disney-MGM Studios in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Lucas is on vacation this week at Walt Disney World. "Revenge of the Sith," the final film in the "Star Wars" saga, will be released worldwide May 19, 2005. (Photo: Mark Ashman/Disney)
Copyright 2005 THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
26 February 2005: Star Wars Weekends
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- As the long-anticipated and newest Star Wars film -- Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith -- debuts in theaters nationwide May 19, 2005, Walt Disney World Resort will raise the curtain on its month-long celebration of the most famous saga in movie history during the annual Star Wars Weekends at the Disney-MGM Studios theme park.
Once again, the power of the Force and the magic of Disney combine for the family-friendly fan-fest, scheduled for four consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) beginning May 20, 2005, at Disney's showbiz-inspired theme park.
With the park's famous Star Tours thrill ride serving as the centerpiece of the celebration, Star Wars Weekends fills Disney-MGM Studios with dozens of heroes, heroines, droids and villains from the famous films.
Meet-and-greets with famous villains and heroes from the five Star Wars films -- Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace and Attack of theClones -- Star Wars Weekends bring guests face-to-face with their favorite characters. Guests never know which Star Wars character they'll find around the corner, whether it's the heroic and young Jedi Luke Skywalker, the poised and regal Queen Amidala, the furry, loyal and lovable Chewbacca or the evil Siths Darth Vader and Darth Maul.
Star Wars celebrities are special guests during each weekend, taking part in meet-and-greet sessions, star conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades. The lineup of Star Wars legends appearing during the month will be announced soon.
Here's a sampling of festival activities:
- The Characters will be with You -- One of the largest
gatherings anywhere of characters from every Star Wars film --
from Kit Fisto and Boba Fett to Princess Leia and Greedo -- will
roam Disney-MGM Studios greeting guests, signing autographs and
posing for photographs. Even Mickey Mouse gets into the Star
Wars spirit, posing for pictures in his very own Jedi costume.
- Star Wars Legends -- Visiting Star Wars celebrities take
part in a talk show-style conversation inside the theme park's
ABC Theatre. Guests hear directly from the actors, actresses and
creative minds that have brought the popular film series to life
since the Star Wars first debuted in 1977.
- To Endor... and Back? -- Guests can take flight to the moon
of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator that
salutes the Star Wars series. Synchronizing a stunning film with
the virtually limitless gyrations of the simulator, the
attraction takes guests on a hair-raising, light-speed trip
aboard a careening star speeder. The rookie pilot tries his best
to get the ship back to port while dodging comets and Imperial
Tie Fighters.
- Who Wants to be a Jedi? -- Special editions of the popular
game show attraction "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire-Play It!"
will be presented, with a variety of Star Wars-inspired
questions and surprise appearances by film characters. The
attraction's studio audience can join in the fun by answering
trivia questions using keypads installed at their seats.
- Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, lucky youngsters will be
chosen to take part in the "Jedi Training Academy," giving Jedi
hopefuls the chance to learn moves with a lightsaber. Following
instruction by the Jedi Master, young Padawans are challenged to
test their newly acquired lightsaber skills against one of the
evil Siths.
- One-of-a-Kind Collectibles -- Star Wars collectors will find
a treasure trove of special-edition merchandise each weekend.
Once again, Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have created
event-exclusive Star Wars memorabilia -- from trading pins and
commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other
limited-edition items -- that will be available in Tatooine
Traders. With a look inspired by scenes in the Star Wars movies,
the retail location is adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the
Star Tours attraction.
Star Wars Weekends will launch into orbit May 20, 2005, and will be held four consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through June 12, 2005.
16 April 2004: Star Wars Weekends 2004
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- The power of the Force and
the magic of Disney combine once again for Star Wars Weekends,
scheduled for five consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
beginning May 14, 2004, at Disney-MGM Studios.
Inspired by the five Star Wars films -- Star Wars, The Empire Strikes
Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace and the most recent
box-office smash, Attack of the Clones -- Star Wars Weekends bring
guests face to face with their favorite characters, from the cuddly
Ewoks to the evil Darth Vader.
With the park's famous Star Tours thrill ride serving as the
centerpiece of the celebration, Star Wars Weekends fills Disney-MGM
Studios with dozens of heroes, heroines, droids and villains from the
famous film saga.
Each weekend, fans are able to "star gaze," as Star Wars celebrities
take part in meet-and-greet sessions, star conversations and
Hollywood-style motorcades.
Star Wars legends and celebrities currently scheduled to appear
(subject to change) include:
May 14-16: Jeremy Bulloch & Jake Lloyd
Bulloch played the mysterious and legendary bounty hunter Boba Fett in
The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, while Lloyd took on
the role of young Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace.
May 21-23: Peter Mayhew
The towering Peter Mayhew (7'3" tall) was a fan favorite as Chewbacca
the Wookiee in the classic trilogy, and will again appear in Episode
III. The long-anticipated Episode III film will premiere in U.S.
theaters almost one year (to the day) of Mayhew's Star Wars Weekends
appearance, on May 19, 2005.
May 28-30: Anthony Daniels & Andy Secombe
Fans know Anthony Daniels for his role as C-3PO throughout the Star
Wars saga, joining his sidekick droid R2-D2 on adventures through the
galaxy. He holds the distinction of being in every Star Wars film
since the saga's debut in 1977. In Episodes I and II, Secombe provided
the gruff voice for Watto, the computer-generated alien junk trader
from Tatooine.
June 4-6: Warwick Davis
Davis was only 11 years old when he played Ewok hero Wicket in Return
of the Jedi. In Episode I, he played multiple roles, including that of
Anakin's young friend Wald.
June 11-13: Daniel Logan
Logan, who played the young Boba Fett in Attack of the Clones, will be
the special guest for the final weekend of the 2004 event.
In addition to the Star Wars celebrities appearing,
the park will be brimming with Star Wars activities and celebrations.
Here's a complete run-down of the five-week fan-fest activities:
Wookiees, Jawas and Ewoks, Oh My! -- One of the largest gatherings
anywhere of characters from all five Star Wars films -- from Queen
Amidala and Darth Maul to Jango Fett and Greedo -- will roam
Disney-MGM Studios greeting guests, signing autographs and posing for
photographs.
High-Energy Thrill Ride -- Guests can take flight to the moon of Endor
in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator that salutes the Star
Wars series. Synchronizing a stunning film with the virtually
limitless gyrations of the simulator, the attraction takes guests on a
hair-raising, light-speed trip aboard a careening star speeder.
Galactic Game Show -- Special editions of the popular game show
attraction "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire-Play It!" will be presented,
with a variety of Star Wars-inspired questions and surprise
appearances by film characters. The attraction's studio audience can
join in the fun by answering trivia questions using keypads installed
at each seat.
Interactive, Interstellar Fun -- Star Wars trivia contests and games
will be held near the Star Tours attraction to test fans' film
knowledge. In addition, a special Video Starcade will feature the best
in Star Wars-inspired electronic and video games.
Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, lucky youngsters will be chosen to
take part in the "Jedi Training Academy," giving Jedi hopefuls the
chance to learn moves with a lightsaber, then test their skills
against Darth Vader himself.
A Galaxy of Collectibles -- Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have created
event-exclusive Star Wars merchandise -- from trading pins and
commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other limited-edition
items -- that will be available in Tatooine Traders. With a look
inspired by scenes in the Star Wars movies, the retail location is
adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.
Star Wars Weekends launch into orbit May 14 and will be held five
consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through June 13,
2004. Activities are included with regular Disney-MGM Studios
25 February 2004: Star Wars Weekends 2004
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- The power of the Force and
the magic of Disney combine once again for Star Wars Weekends,
scheduled for five consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
beginning May 14, 2004, at the Disney-MGM Studios.
Inspired by the five Star Wars films -- Star Wars, The Empire Strikes
Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace and the most recent
box-office smash, Attack of the Clones -- Star Wars Weekends bring
guests face to face with their favorite characters, from the cuddly
Ewoks to the evil Darth Vader.
With the park's famous Star Tours thrill ride serving as the
centerpiece of the celebration, Star Wars Weekends fills the
Disney-MGM Studios with dozens of heroes, heroines, droids and
villains from the famous film saga.
Each weekend, fans are able to "star gaze," as Star Wars celebrities
take part in meet-and-greet sessions, star conversations and
Hollywood-style motorcades. Star Wars legends appearing at each
weekend will be announced soon.
Here's a complete run-down of the five-week fan-fest activities:
Wookiees, Jawas and Ewoks, Oh My! -- One of the largest
gatherings anywhere of characters from all five Star Wars films --
from Queen Amidala and Darth Maul to Jango Fett and Greedo -- will
roam the Disney-MGM Studios greeting guests, signing autographs and
posing for photographs.
High-Energy Thrill Ride -- Guests can take flight to the moon
of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator that salutes
the Star Wars series. Synchronizing a stunning film with the virtually
limitless gyrations of the simulator, the attraction takes guests on a
hair-raising, light-speed trip aboard a careening star speeder.
Galactic Game Show -- Special editions of the popular game show
attraction "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire--Play It!" will be
presented, with a variety of Star Wars-inspired questions and surprise
appearances by film characters. The attraction's studio audience can
join in the fun by answering trivia questions using keypads installed
at each seat.
Interactive, Interstellar Fun-- Star Wars trivia contests and
games will be held near the Star Tours attraction to test fans' film
knowledge. In addition, a special Video Starcade will feature the best
in Star Wars-inspired electronic and video games.
Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, lucky youngsters will be
chosen to take part in the "Jedi Training Academy," giving Jedi
hopefuls the chance to learn moves with a lightsaber, then test their
skills against Darth Vader himself.
A Galaxy of Collectibles -- Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have
created event-exclusive Star Wars merchandise -- from trading pins and
commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other limited-edition
items -- that will be available in Tatooine Traders. With a look
inspired by scenes in the Star Wars movies, the retail location is
adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.
Star Wars Weekends launch into orbit May 14 and will be held five
consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through June 13,
2004. Activities are included with regular Disney-MGM Studios
admission.
Through June 4, "out of this world" ticket deals for Florida residents
-- Through June 4, 2004, Florida residents can enjoy this
unforgettable event with "un-4-gettable" savings with Disney's Play 4
Days, the newest ticket offer for Star Wars fans living in the
Sunshine State.
Play 4 Days allows Florida residents four exciting days of play in
Disney's four theme parks for only $109 per person, plus tax. That's
nearly half-off what four one-day tickets would cost at the gate. And
thanks for the special "park hopper" bonus, Play 4 Days ticket holders
get to "hop" among Disney parks at no extra charge.
Tickets may be purchased at Disney theme parks, Florida Disney stores,
and other locations such as Florida AAA offices. Proof of residency is
required. For more information on the Play 4 Days tickets, guests can
call 407/WDW-4DAYS or visit disneyworld.com/play4days.
28 April 2003: Star Wars Weekends details
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- The power of the Force and the magic of Disney combine once again for Star Wars Weekends, scheduled for five consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) beginning May 16, 2003, at the Disney-MGM Studios.
Inspired by the Star Wars saga -- Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace and the most recent box-office smash, Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones -- Star Wars Weekends bring guests face to face with their favorite characters, from the cuddly Ewoks to the evil Darth Maul.
With the park’s famous Star Tours thrill ride serving as the centerpiece of the celebration, Star Wars Weekends fills the Disney-MGM Studios with dozens of heroes, heroines, droids and villains from the famous film saga. Each weekend, fans are able to “star gaze” as two Star Wars actors take part in meet-and-greet sessions, star conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades.
Star Wars legends and actors scheduled to appear throughout the event include:
May 16, 17, 18: Anthony Daniels (“C-3PO”) and Billy Dee Williams (“Lando Calrissian”).
May 23, 24, 25: Andy Secombe (“Watto”) and Warwick Davis (“Wicket the Ewok”).
May 30 & 31, June 1: Silas Carson (“Nute Gunray”) and Joel Edgerton (“Young Owen Lars”).
June 6, 7, 8: Jeremy Bulloch (“Boba Fett”) and Peter Mayhew (“Chewbacca”).
June 13, 14, 15: Temuera Morrison (“Jango Fett”) and Michonne Bourriague (“Aurra Sing”).
Also featured at the five-week fan-fest:
•Wookiees, Jawas and Ewoks, Oh My! -- One of the largest gatherings anywhere of characters from the Star Wars films -- from Queen Amidala and Darth Vader to Chewbacca and Greedo -- will roam the Disney-MGM Studios greeting guests, signing autographs and posing for photographs. New this year: special appearances by characters from Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones, including galactic bounty hunters Zam Wesell and Jango Fett.
•High-Energy Thrill Ride -- Guests can take flight to the moon of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator that salutes the Star Wars series. Synchronizing a stunning film with the virtually limitless gyrations of the simulator, the attraction takes guests on a hair-raising, lightspeed trip aboard a careening star speeder.
•Galactic Game Show -- Special editions of the popular game show attraction “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire--Play It!” will be presented, with a variety of Star Wars-inspired questions and surprise appearances by film characters. The attraction’s studio audience can join in the fun by answering trivia questions using keypads installed at each seat.
•Interactive, Interstellar Fun -- Star Wars trivia contests and games will be held near the Star Tours attraction to test fans’ film knowledge. In addition, a special Video Starcade will feature Star Wars-inspired electronic games.
•Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, several lucky youngsters will be chosen to take part in the “Jedi Training Academy,” giving Jedi hopefuls the chance to learn moves with a lightsaber, then test their skills against Darth Vader himself.
•A Galaxy of Collectibles -- Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have created event-exclusive Star Wars merchandise -- from trading pins (including a special boxed set) and commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other limited-edition items -- that will be available in Tatooine Traders. With a look inspired by scenes in The Phantom Menace, the retail location is adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.
Star Wars Weekends launch into orbit May 16 and will be held five consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through June 15. Activities are included with regular Disney-MGM Studios admission.
“Out of this world” ticket deals for Florida residents -- Florida residents can enjoy this unforgettable event with “un-4-gettable” savings with Disney’s Play 4 Days, the newest ticket offer for Star Wars fans living in the Sunshine State.
13 May 2001: Star Wars Weekend Photos
Thanks to Fudgie for the photo above left, and SteveD for above right.
11 May 2001: Star Wars Weekend Photos
22 March 2001:
Feel the Force During Star Wars Weekends At Disney-MGM Studios During May
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- One of the most spectacular Star Wars fan events in the galaxy returns to Walt Disney World Resort this May. For four consecutive weekends beginning May 4 the Disney-MGM Studios joins forces with Lucasfilm Ltd. to present the second annual Star Wars Weekends, a celebration that transports guests of all ages to a galaxy far, far away.
Inspired by the four Star Wars films -- Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi and the most recent box-office smash, Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace -- Star Wars Weekends bring guests face-to-face with their favorite characters, from the cuddly Ewoks to the evil Darth Maul.
With the popular Star Tours attraction, Hollywood-style motorcades and star conversations, a high-energy Cantina Street Party and celebrity autograph sessions, the theme park is transformed into a Force-filled fan-fest each weekend.
“Star Wars Weekends brings the adventure and thrill of the Star Wars films to life each year at the Disney-MGM Studios,” says Howard Roffman, president of Lucas Licensing, Ltd. “We expect this year’s event to be even bigger and better for fans than the inaugural in 2000. The incredible collection of entertainment, games, character and celebrity appearances and rides aboard the Star Tours attraction will give fans something exciting to look forward to every weekend.”
Here’s what’s in store:
Star Gazing -- Star Wars celebrities are scheduled to appear throughout Star Wars Weekends, in handprint ceremonies, motorcades, conversations with fans and autograph sessions. Celebrity appearances, to be announced at a later date, will include actors and other notable individuals involved in the Star Wars film saga.
Wookiees, Jawas and Ewoks, Oh My! -- One of the largest gatherings anywhere of characters from the Star Wars films -- from Queen Amidala and Darth Vader to Chewbacca and Greedo -- will roam the Disney-MGM Studios greeting guests, signing autographs and posing for photographs.
High-Energy Thrill Ride -- Guests can take flight to the Moon of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator ride that salutes the Star Wars series. Synchronizing a stunning film with the virtually limitless gyrations of the simulator, the attraction takes guests on a hair-raising, light-speed trip aboard a careening star speeder.
Galactic Games -- Star Wars trivia contests and games will be held to test fans’ knowledge of “the Force,” and a special Video Starcade will feature the best in Star Wars-inspired electronic games.
Behind the Force -- Fans can go behind-the-scenes in the making of the four Star Wars movies -- and get a special sneak-peek at the next film in the series.
Party Under the Stars -- As the sun gives way to the stars each evening, the excitement rises with a Cantina Street Party featuring high-energy music, interactive games and characters from the film joining in the fun.
Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, several lucky guests will be chosen to take part in “Jedi Training Camp,” giving young hopefuls the chance to learn Jedi moves with a lightsaber, then test their skills against Darth Vader himself.
A Galaxy of Collectibles -- Star Wars merchandise -- from event-exclusive trading pins, action figures and commemorative lithographs to costumes, masks and other limited-edition items -- will be available in Tatooine Traders. With a look inspired by scenes in The Phantom Menace, the retail location is adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.
Star Wars Weekends launch into orbit May 4 and are held four consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through May 27. Activities are included with regular Disney-MGM Studios admission. For more information, call 407/824-4321 or visit www.disneyworld.com.
10 May 2000: Star Wars Weekend news (thanks Alfredo)
More info and photos over at:
http://www.starwars.com/episode-i/news/2000/18/news3b.html
http://www.starwars.com/episode-i/news/2000/19/news1a.html
February 27 2000: Star Wars Weekends (beginning May 5)
Chewbacca, C-3PO and robot R2-D2 join Walt Disney World guests for Star Wars Weekends for five consecutive weekends beginning May 5 at the Disney-MGM Studios.
Guests can meet the cosmic characters from the George Lucas films and get acquainted with the actors behind the masks, including new characters Darth Maul and Queen Amidala. The actors will take part in autograph and question-and-answer sessions and motorcades each Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Fans buckle up for a flight to the Moon of Endor in Star Tours, the action-packed flight simulator attraction that synchronizes a stunning film with the gyration of a simulator. A Video Starcade features classic and new videos, CD-ROM and computer games.
Daily trivia contests, live bands, face painting, Jedi arts training and author book signings are part of each weekend. As the sun goes down, the energy heats up with a fireworks show with a special musical salute to Star Wars.
Weekends are May 5-7, May 12-14, May 19-21, May 26-28 and June 2-4.
