If you were planning to pop over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 4, 2025—a.k.a. Star Wars Day—think again! The annual Star Wars extravaganza has officially maxed out capacity for Annual Passholders. That’s right, no more reservations are available for those lucky enough to hold a pass, and the crowds are sure to be massive.
Disney World fanatics are already speculating that this could be the busiest Star Wars Day yet, as the highly anticipated event approaches. Let’s break down what’s going down and how you can still experience all the fun if you missed the boat on those coveted reservations.
Savi’s Workshop Gets Even Cooler: “Reclaimed and Reforged” Lightsabers Are Coming
For the true Star Wars enthusiasts, there’s one major piece of news that you’ll definitely want to hear. Savi’s Workshop at Galaxy’s Edge is rolling out something new this year: the “Reclaimed and Reforged” lightsaber experience! This revamped version lets guests build their own custom lightsaber with a storyline that’s based on the galaxy’s ancient conflicts—talk about ultimate fan immersion.
Word has it that the “Reclaimed and Reforged” experience will be available for a limited time starting May 4th, 2025. If you’ve ever dreamed of holding your own piece of Star Wars history, now’s your chance—but be prepared for the wait, because these new lightsabers will be in high demand, especially with the event already drawing huge crowds.
What About the Rest of Star Wars Day?
As of now, Disney has kept things pretty hush-hush about additional festivities, but you can bet there will be some exclusive snacks, merchandise drops, and a few surprises in store for the guests lucky enough to get in. Past celebrations have seen new merchandise, rare collectibles, and Star Wars-themed treats that have sent fans into a frenzy.
But here’s the catch: With the park at capacity for passholders, the only way to get into Hollywood Studios after 2 pm is by park hopping (if you have another park reservation) or by having a regular park ticket. So, if you didn’t get that reservation in time, your best bet is to visit another park and jump over later in the day when crowds thin out a bit.
But Wait, There’s More: The New Star Wars Era at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
With Galaxy’s Edge already standing as one of the most immersive places on the planet, the event’s capacity issues are just a glimpse of how serious Disney is about the Star Wars experience. Beyond just the lightsabers and high-tech rides, Galaxy’s Edge is a full-on journey into Batuu, complete with Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, which are must-ride attractions for any die-hard fan. You’ll feel like you’re actually living inside the Star Wars universe, and yes, that means bumping into Chewbacca, Kylo Ren, and other iconic characters along the way.
Is Hollywood Studios Going to Be a Zoo?
So, what’s the bottom line here? May 4th is shaping up to be a crazy, crowded day at Disney World, and those who missed their chance at getting a reservation are going to be facing some stiff competition to get in. Disney’s Hollywood Studios is offering some truly incredible Star Wars experiences, but that doesn’t mean it’s going to be easy to access them.
If you’re dead set on celebrating Star Wars Day with your lightsaber in hand, you’ll need to plan ahead and be ready to battle crowds and potentially wait in some seriously long lines. If not, you’ll have to settle for another park and hope you can sneak in after 2 pm. But one thing is for sure: Star Wars Day 2025 is going to be the talk of the galaxy.
Stay tuned for more updates—and may the Force be with you!
