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This place is nice to take a break when you are at Disneyland for a long time, only thing you need to be a DVC member to get in. They have free soda, coffee and snacks and comfortable seating and your own private restrooms. Occasionally they will have private photography sessions with a Star Wars character. On the first floor, they have some Star Wars items on display.
This area was really cool it looks realistic I enjoyed seeing this new area of Disneyland I'm so happy they added this to Disneyland the stores have cool stuff if your a Star Wars fan I suggest going here .
2nd trip to Disneyland with my husband & he usually lets me plan everything and do whatever I want (lol). This time around, I knew we had to make it a point to visit here for my Star Wars loving guy. He is obsessed and this place is the perfect reprieve from the heat if you're at Disneyland on the HOTTEST DAY EVER like us. Inside you'll find a bunch of Star Wars memorabilia, souvenirs, & apparel. Some of the souvenirs were quite pricey, but the quality was really nice. Thankfully my husband exercised quite a bit of restraint and didn't buy anything. Lol. There's also enough models, props, & toys to excite any SW fan. Personally, my favorite was Yoda. Kinda wanted to take him home with me! Haha. We also watched a short film on the history of Star Wars. The seats were set-up like a mini stadium seating if I remember correctly. They had another section where you could meet & greet the different characters. Some of them had quite a long line. We decided on meeting Chewbacca and the line moved pretty quickly. The actors stay true to their character the whole time which is pretty cool. Your actual time with them is pretty short, but enough to get some cool pictures in. That was probably my favorite part and my husband was glad I convinced him to do it. Definitely recommend making a stop here until Star Wars Land opens!
Launch Bay is a great place to find the more expensive souvenirs and apparel but the quality is top notch. I'd buy all of the Musterbrand items if I could. The Leia top is my favorite other than the scarves. The men's jackets are a cosplay dream come true. I wish there were kids too but for the price, I can see it being a hard sell unless you're die hard SW. I love the new "sneak peak" section and cannot wait for SW Land to open next year. I also love when Plasma comes out of Launch Bay and a dozen storm troopers come around the building. There's so much excitement and energy from the crowd and well...there's something about a man in uniform. I said it.
This place has gotten better through out the years. This is the perfect exhibit for any Star Wars fan before they officially open up Galaxy's Edge. Here is where you can check out the museum where they showcase models and costumes from the Star Wars franchise. You can also take pictures with some of your favorite characters: Chewbacca, Kylo Ren and Darth Vader, as well as some Stormtroppers who make an appearance often. (Personally, if they ever have Ewoks, I would definitely stand in line for a picture!) There are other interactive stations featuring Legos, video games a short film. And of course, they have a small gift section where you can buy Legos kits, art, memorabilia, phone cases and much more. This is a perfect place to take a break from the sun and to cool off. Seating is limited but they do have some places to sit.
Really fun area of Disneyland! Perfect for Star Wars lovers and non Star Wars fans too. I usually come back here for lunch they have a really great vegetarian option and cold brew I love with cereal in it. The characters back here are very talented and so are the cast members.
The best part of the visit for sure. With the Chase reserve cards, you're able to visit a certain someone in the Chase experience chamber, hint: I am your father! One on one (plus a few if you're a group of more than one) experience with the individual includes photo taking and free downloads through the Disney portal. I for one left with a huge grin on my face. PS: Characters do rotate periodically so be sure to catch them all!
The best Star Wars-related merchandise inside Disneyland is surprisingly not inside Galaxy's Edge, but *Tomorrowland* of all places. This occupies the first floor of the Carousel Theater and replaced the "Innoventions" exhibition, a prototype of Epcot. For the Star Wars aficionados there are various props and set pieces from the movies on display. For those who like M&Gs of the characters you can meet Chewbacca and Darth Vader here along with other characters from the 9-movie franchise on a seasonal basis. There's even a mock-up of the famous Mos Eisley cantina for quick viewing. My group had some time to kill before our time for Space Mountain so I found myself in this area. I was led here from one of the cashiers inside one of the Tomorrowland stores. Being a huge fan of "The Child" (aka Baby Yoda) from "The Mandalorian" I fell in love with a phone case but unfortunately that store didn't have one in my phone type. Apparently all the phone cases are made here with the surplus being sold at other Disney souvenir shops. Inside the launch bay is the "D-Tech on Demand" where you can customize your phone case with the design you want and add personalization touches such as your name. For $35 I was able to get a Baby Yoda phone case made in half an hour. The process was relatively straightforward; once you make your case you are given a code so that you can pay for and eventually claim your phone case. I was able to have this made and still have enough time to board Space Mountain. To this day this is considered my favorite Disney swag to date as I can show off my love of Baby Yoda in a more practical manner. Those types of souvenirs mean more to me than ears or pins can ever be.
A lot of Disneyland experience is nonstop hustling to rides in the heat and waiting out the long lines. For a bit of respite and a healthy dose of Star Wars, the Launch Bay is the perfect spot to get away from the madness. It's all indoors in a dimly lit and refreshingly air controlled area. It's reminiscent of a museum at the main entrance with displays of weapons, ships, and armor. It's quite spacious in there as well so it's easy to get really close to the exhibits. There's a short video that talks about the making of the Disney Star Wars movie with commentary from some of the directors. There's some bench seating here and there was ample space the whole time we were there. One of the cooler things that I saw was a little walk through of some sets you'd expect to see in the movies. No one seemed interested in this area at all so it was completely empty which makes it perfect for a little photo session. After this area there were a few Xbox consoles set up. The one other draw for the Launch Bay is getting to meet Chewie and Darth Vader. They are separate lines. Unlike a lot of the other Disneyland lines, these are indoors so it's not that bad of a wait. There are cast members that are happy to take a picture with your phone. We also saw Boba Fett walking around so if you're lucky you might be able to see him. The very last part of Launch Bay is a pretty large gift shop which seemed to have the most selection of Star Wars stuff that wasn't the special merch that they have at Galaxy's Edge.
I swear I almost passed out! Seriously a real live "meet and greet" with Darth Vader and Chewie!!!??? Whaaaaaaaaaaaaat???? LOVE LOVE LOVE that I get to do this!! That WE all get to do this! I never really considered myself a Star Wars freak, but MY GOD, I feel like a 10 year old knowing I can actually meet these two! I was giddy as a school girl when I was next in line to see Vader... or like a 6 year old waiting for Christmas morning! For each character, you wait in line and are then sent into a little section of the Launch Bay, just you and your party. You have maybe 2-3 minutes in there, which is a nice amount of time, I think. They will take your pictures for you and you can have conversations with each character (I use the word "conversation" loosely for Chewie... but he does give some big hugs!!) I tend to leave the Launch Bay with a grin from ear to ear, so excited and feeling super special! I almost wish this were my little secret, but it's not... and the lines are starting to show that people are learning about it quickly. I will say that I've never waited longer than 20 minutes to see either one though. Oh wait, that's not all there is to the Launch Bay. There's also a museum type layout with costumes, figures, storyboards. Very interesting to look at and learn more about the movie and the characters, shop for stuff and blah blah blah.... but did I mention there is also a meet and greet with 2 of the most awesome characters?? {{faints}} As hesitant as I was about having a Star Wars land at Disneyland.... it's starting to grow on me and it's becoming pretty exciting for this girl. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!
****Hugs, Hugs..and More Hugs!***** What's tall, furry, warm and cuddly? Yup...Chewie! You get a meet in greet here with both Chewie and Vader. Choose your side wisely because the lines can get long. If you do have time, meeting both is worth it. Chewie starts your day off right with heart warming and very personable hugs. I could not care less what people say...everyone loves a hug! Disney has not even started Star Wars Land yet but their immediate remedy, this place..is done well. You can experience both Avengers and Star Wars props, meet and greets, and a ton of photo ops here. The staff plays the part also. The meet and greet here is not hurried and does have a personal touch. Kudos to the cast members here for having to put up with crowds day in and out but still being pleasant and making this a memorable experience! I am adding this to my top ten list for Disneyland! Disney, Star Wars and hugs in Anaheim...another reason why the OC is the best place to live!
Slid into the Bay from the ride. After looking at the ride photos and the lightsaber area, we noticed the Stance High Socks. Ended up purchasing 4 pairs: Darth Vader, R2D2/CP30, Storm Troopers, Kylo Ren. LOVE THESE socks and the characters. Shopping at DTD and other stores with Star War socks and could NOT find these anywhere. So I suggest, if you find something you like IN THE PARK stores, get it because Disney stocks different items then DTD or Disney Stores.
Think Star Wars mini museum and you've got Star Wars Launch Bay. This is probably the 4th remodeling of this Disney attraction building. While I don't remember the very first attraction in this building, I do remember sitting in a mini rotating theatre when it was America Sings. They shut that down and left it closed for years. It was then revamped into Innoventions. That was cool during hot summer days because the AC was on full blast. The first time I stepped into Star Wars Launch Bay my happy little Star Wars loving heart leaped for joy. Step in and you're greeted with a message on the floor a la Star Wars movie intro style. To the right there's several display cases with costumes and small models. There's also a short film showing with several benches. Keep going right and there's an awesome Mos Eisley model where you can pose and take pictures. There are two meet greet rooms, one for Darth Vader and the other for Chewbacca. Boba Fett makes unannounced appearances as well, you just have to be there at the right time. There's a gift shop with several high end items available for purchase. You can purchase Darth Vaders costume for a mere $4000. If that's out of your budget there's always the Han Solo costume for $750. Kylie Rens saber and other sabers are available, as well as Star Wars themed art work. If you have the time and you're a Star Wars fan I highly recommend visiting this attraction.
9 years ago
Awesome for Star Wars fans. Many displays. There's a meet and greet area for Darth Vader and Wookiee. Make sure to go around the entire space! Also, it's a convenient place to cool down in the summer if you're waiting for the FASTPASS time for Space Mountain. read more
Brilliant! What's not to love: A wide range of models of the famous space crafts from the movies as well as some costumes BUT best of all.. You can meet and get your photo with Darth Vader and Boba Fett and Chewbacca! That was the best experience of the day! Am so chuffed about that! Enough said. It was awesome! They have a floor above for the Marvel Heroes but we were fantasied out after Star Wars! read more
11 years ago
As a huge Star Wars fan, this is an experience that every fan should visit. Now, I am not going to say its the best of all star wars fans exhibits, but its a cool selection of toys, memorabilia, and fun FAN-demonium at Disneyland. The Hubbster, the Fam and I totally loved it and enjoyed being able to see star wars items and film props used in the Force Awakens up close. It was also super cool to visit characters like Chewbacca and Darth Vader up close and take pics. Might as well do every nerdy thing possible while you can. There is also merchandise available for purchase such as toy tie fighters, x-wings, millennium falcon, and of course the good ole' light sabers. All updated for Episode 7 of course. There is so much to see and do, you can easily walk around the displays and enjoy some time away from possibly the heat and the crazy park crowds. A+ for perusing the galaxy far, far, away.. Perks: Real life size costumes, movie props, star wars autographed photos, artwork and more. Outside the launch bay, the Star Trader store has plenty more Star Wars and Marvel merchandise you should check out! KNOW before you GO: The Launch bay is part of the Season of the Force in Tomorrowland. Its located at the bottom area of the Marvel HQ. Meeting the characters can have a long wait, so be patient. There is usually a wait time posted before you get in line. Can be anywhere from 30-60 mins on busy weekends. Awesome TIP: If you feel the overkill of Star Wars, head upstairs to hang out with the Marvel crew! Thor, Iron Man, and Captain America exhibits, as well as comic books and merchandise too. OverALL: Fanatics will love the walk thru and more. Worth a stop to look and feel the force! read more
11 years ago
A must see for any star wars fan! Suggestions : go on a weekday and stand in line and wait for it to open which I think is 10am....(grab a bb8 souvenir cup at the kiosk next to the entrance!) When doors open stand in line to meet and greet with Darth Vader or Chewbacca because that line goes to 60 minute wait almost instantly! Warning : the souvenirs in this place are awesome and u r going to want to buy buy buy!!!! read more
11 years ago
I personally loved the launch bay and all the costumes, models, collectibles, artwork, etc. I even gave in and bought the light saber umbrella in Skywalker blue of course. This is a great place to stroll through for any Star Wars fan to reminisce and see the new stuff as well. I have to say I now have the coolest umbrella ever! read more
Star Wars Launch Bay ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=-XJ-SrNuS8Zye3guqgqDAA ) has taken over the building that originally held the Carousel of Progress from 1967 to 1973, until it was moved to its current home in the Magic Kingdom. From this point until 1988, this building housed America Sings which was an animatronic show based on Splash Mountain attraction. In July of 1988, Innoventions opened with exhibits of near-futuristic technologies. Innventions was closed in March of 2015 and Launch Bay opened last November. The upper level also was the location for the Tron SuperSpeed Tunnel segment of the People Mover until its closure in 1995. The bottom floor is Launch Bay and is completely dedicated to the Star Wars franchise while the second floor is "Super Hero HQ" for the Marvel Universe. As you walk into the Launch Bay, don't miss the welcoming on the carpet ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=_iRSdljHjKUoy-ZDNPqhgQ ) in typical Star Wars fashion. There are several displays cases for you to look at with actual model ships and gear belonging to the various factions of the Star Wars franchise: ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=t0JzK7QXyvMdz65TZ9cTsA ) ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=dVC39FhWH1q0fs6HAkuAEA ) ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=iO2lrNO5Du8vybz1dNKydg ) ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=dhFsXh-O7BuRRz_9huidfw ) ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=GdJBGMZXUWXkWx81w8d0aw ) As we walked around, there were numerous Star Wars games for you to play on a variety of gaming systems, an informative video about the creation of The Force Awakens on a continuous loop and some pretty unique customized covers ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=lUwuUBSg5VVLwKDM-NjeLQ ) for your smart phones, not to mention all the merchandise, including some pretty expensive collector's items: ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=D1K3STU3ODR0I8p6ZYaTSQ ) ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=DHceOnG2Y3n7T8l_zu-6WQ ) Laina was curious if the Launch Bay had any lightsabers that were not of the cheap plastic variety, saw some in a box behind one of the sales counters and asked the cast member working about the lightsaber. He was more than happy to give us the full rundown about the lightsaber (including the $169.00 price tag) and even remarked about the durability of these lightsabers mentioning the one he owned was still in perfect condition after three years. Probably shouldn't have divulged that you thought spending over $170.00 on a light up toy while working as a Disney cast member was a sound investment. Rohlinism: Think before you share! My lovely wife was actually interested in playing with one of these lightsabers, but we were informed Star Trader was the only retail location with lightsabers available for customers to handle at this time. In addition there are photo opportunities with characters from both the light and dark side ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=k1qXTpmWidneehwSyE24yQ ) of the Star Wars saga and on the day we visited it was Chewbacca and Kylo Ren. I chose to wait in the line for Kylo Ren and Laina waited with me even though she was disappointed Darth Vader wasn't available this day. While we were waiting in line, my better half remarked that she loved I was a man's man for the most part, but that I also had a geek side. The line ran very efficiently and in about 20 minutes, it was our turn to face ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-launch-bay-anaheim-2?select=U4VRT1DtUbX-ZFZ4hq9Grw ) Kylo Ren. The force was definitely strong with him that day and he immediately identified my lovely wife as a Resistance sympathizer and two First Order Stormtroopers apprehended her. This was the last time I saw my better half, but I am guessing she is going through a grueling reconditioning process and one day soon will be hocking balloons or fruit on Main Street for the First Order ... I mean ... Disney. Now you know how Disney gets so many cast members to work for minimum wage! My better half is not into Marvel, so we avoided the 2nd floor on this visit (decided not to torture her and left the torturing to the First Order), but I will probably be going back to "Super Hero HQ" in the future while my wife is practicing her new trade on Main Street. If you are a fan of the Star Wars saga, Launch Bay has an abundance of things to see, do and purchase in this attraction! read more
This exhibit is located in the Carousel of Progress building and shares the space with a Marvel presentation as well. Inside, you will find a bunch of models, props, and costumes from the movies as well as a few photo opportunities. The photo opp spaces feature a rotating roster of Star Wars characters including Chewbacca, Darth Vader, and Boba Fett. Of course, there is also a gift shop although it features a more upscale line of products including original art work, custom made cell phone cases (only the most current and popular models), and autographed items. Definitely worth checking out and this was actually a good way to get indoors and out of the madness that is currently Tomorrowland thanks to the Season of the Force promotion that has turned everything in to a Star Wars themed slice of heaven for all the fans. read more
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Please don't hurt me when I say that I'm actually not that big of a Star Wars fan. I'm not saying that I don't like the franchise, but it just never stuck with me over the years. It never drew me in. I wish it did because it's a cool community and they've got tons of merchandise. But maybe I'm lucky because that's one less thing for me to collect. Anyways, this is a pretty cool area. It's all indoor so you can cool off from the heat and get out of the sun! It's a mix of props and displays, store and character photo ops. Disney recently started selling custom phone cases where you can pick from one of dozens of designs and get it printed on a phone case with or without your name as well. You can get them at D Street in Downtown Disney, but this location just has Star Wars themed designs. There's also displays with various costumes and props from the new movie. They have three areas for photo opportunities, but one of them is more of a surprise. My second to last visit, Boba Fett was randomly there. Otherwise there are two guaranteed photo ops. Sometimes the line can get long, but the line does move fairly quickly. They just brought Kylo Ren to the parks so he replaced Darth Vader, and then there's Chewbacca. He's one tall Wookiee! Other than that there's not too much. The closed the upstairs area which was Marvel, but they had interactive installments up there which is probably what's lacking here. read more
11 years ago
This was an interesting spot. They had some articles from the movies here...but it was only the bottom floor of the building. Clearly they are trying to build up some excitement for the upcoming Star Wars portion of the park...but I think it falls a little short! But I did love getting our pic taken with Chewy...it would've been fantastic if R2 and C3 were roaming around...or if Yoda were pontificating somewhere in there...that would've made my day! But nonetheless I was thrilled meeting Chewy!! Check it out...and hopefully you can meet some of the others! read more
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