The Force is With You at Disneyland This Spring
A galaxy of adventure awaits Star Wars fans as “Season of the Force” returns at Disneyland Park, March 28 through May 11, 2025, with the arrival of new and returning food and beverage, novelties and limited time entertainment.
Debuting March 28 in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the new nighttime experience “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga” projects nightly for guests to enjoy a storytelling adventure across the galaxy. Revealed on @DisneyParks social, the legendary Luke Skywalker joins “Season of the Force,” visiting guests on Batuu for the first time.
Other Season of the Force limited-time offerings include:
1) A fireworks display in “Fire of the Rising Moons” on select nights in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
2) the high-speed Hyperspace Mountain attraction in Tomorrowland
3) Star Wars plushes available for the first time for Create Your Own Headbands, including Yoda, R2-D2, an Ewok, Darth Vader and a stormtrooper
4) collectible novelties such as the Death Star Bucket offered for a limited time at Disneyland Park, while supplies last
5) Specialty food and beverage including the Millennium Falcon Chocolate Lollipop, Galactic Gyro and Fried Falumpaset
SoCal residents can experience the resistance at Season of the Force with the SoCal ticket offer for as low as $67 per day with the purchase of a special 3-day, 1-park per day ticket. Season of the Force elevates the year-round Star Wars experience at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with premium novelties, special entertainment and foodie adventures. Guests can explore the galaxy even further on select nights in April and May with the separately ticketed Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite in Disneyland Park. Tickets for select nights are available at www.Disneyland.com. Here’s a more detailed look at all the new attractions so you can make sure the “Force” is with your clients:
In Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the new nightly projection show “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga” just made its March 28, taking guests on a storytelling adventure across the galaxy. Stunning projection effects transform the spires of Batuu near the Millennium Falcon evoking memories of some of the greatest moments in galactic history as an iconic musical score, comprised of familiar themes heard throughout the films of the Skywalker saga, draws the audience into the legendary story of the Skywalkers. Check Disneyland.com or the Disneyland app for showtimes.
Joining other familiar encounters in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, for the first time, a shadowy visitor will appear on Batuu for a limited time. Wearing what seem to be Jedi robes, there are rumors it might be the legendary Luke Skywalker
Continuing in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on select nights, “Fire of the Rising Moons” is a nighttime experience that showcases a different view of the Disneyland Park fireworks display, with musical accompaniment. During this special gathering, villagers and visitors come together to celebrate their freedom and to honor the heroes and legends of the galaxy who came before them. As the skies over Batuu light up in bursts of color, imaginations are ignited with the iconic music associated with tales from across the galaxy.
Including selections from composer John Williams’ Star Wars film scores, “Fire of the Rising Moons” can be experienced from multiple areas in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, including the Black Spire Spaceport, the TIE Echelon docking platform and the speeder garage. Your MagicBand+ also adds to the ceremony’s atmosphere with colorful lights and ambient vibrations. Check Disneyland.com or the Disneyland app for showtimes.
The legendary Space Mountain will transform into a high-speed Star Wars adventure when Hyperspace Mountain returns to Tomorrowland for a limited time through May 11. Fend off crossfire from swarms of Rebel X-wing starfighters and Imperial TIE fighters amidst an intergalactic onslaught. Want to speed ahead with shorter wait times? Hyperspace Mountain is included with the purchase of Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Premier Pass, subject to availability.
Star Tours-The Adventures Continue in Tomorrowland features characters and locations from some of your clients’ favorite Disney+ series — “Ahsoka,” “Andor,” and “The Mandalorian.” They can experience one of more than 250 storyline variations aboard the attraction, including a visit to the planet Seatos from the Ahsoka series. Urgent transmissions from Ahsoka Tano, Cassian Andor, Din Djarin and Grogu may also be part of your next Starspeeder flight.
All year long and during Season of the Force, your clients are invited to live out their own Star Wars story in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Fly the Millennium Falcon on a thrilling interactive smuggling mission, join the Resistance in a climactic battle against the First Order at Stars Wars: Rise of the Resistance, encounter familiar faces and explore a remote outpost where adventure awaits.
In preparation for their adventure, your clients just might want to consider gearing up with all-new gear and everyday favorites available at various locations throughout Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park and the Downtown Disney District for a limited time! Clockwise from the top:
For the first time ever, Disneyland Park will offer Star Wars plush for Create Your Own Headbands, including Yoda, R2-D2, an Ewok, Darth Vader and a stormtrooper. These are available at Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff, World of Disney, The Mad Hatter and The Star Trader. Gear up with a new retro collection created in collaboration with Her Universe by Ashley Eckstein. This is available at The Star Trader in Tomorrowland with one-week exclusivity, then also at Star Wars Trading Post. The Boba Fett Sports Jersey is available at The Star Trader, Star Wars Trading Post, and World of Disney
The Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Resistance Duos Collection will be available at Resistance Supply in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Item featured in image: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Resistance Duos Adult Tee. Among the new merchandise releases will be a Hyperspace Mountain t-shirt available only at Disneyland Park for a limited time. Locations include The Star Trader and Spaceport in Tomorrowland and Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A.
Savi’s Workshop-Handbuilt Lightsabers will debut a brand-new storyline called “Reclaimed and Reforged” for a limited time beginning May 4. Guests can build their own Lightsabers from scraps that have been scavenged by different pirates throughout the galaxy and made their way to Batuu. Purchase is required and advanced reservations are highly encouraged for this experience.
Droid Depot is stocked with parts, chips and more so guests can assemble their own droid, including a BB-series, C-series or R-series unit, giving them the tools to build your own droid. Purchase is required. Incoming transmission: Droid Depot will welcome walkups from around the galaxy anytime, no reservations required. More than 50 new merchandise items will debut during Season of the Force! Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more details.
Disneyland also is offering new food and drink items as part of “Season of the Force.” These include: 1) Pi-Co Punch: Pineapple juice, coconut milk and lime juice, garnished with pineapple chunks and lotus root (non-alcoholic​). Available at Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland (New): 2) Wookiee Cookie: Available at Grand Californian Great Hall Cart through May 6; 3) Toydaria Swirl: Green milk with chile-lime seasoning and mango jellies (non-alcoholic​). Available at the Milk Stand in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge; 4) Fried Chicken Baos: Two crispy chicken baos, sweet chili sauce, scallion salad, and cucumber coins. Available at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge; 5) Droid Parts Premium Vessel: Includes butter popcorn with Crait Red Salt. Now available at Kat Saka’s Kettle in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge while supplies last. Limit 10 per person, per transaction; 6) Darth Vader Premium Mug: Includes choice of fountain beverage, DASANI bottled water, coffee, hot tea or hot chocolate at time of purchase. Now available at Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland while supplies last. Limit 10 per person, per transaction
And this is just a little taste of what’s to come. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for the Disney Eats: Season of the Force Foodie Guide, coming soon.
Star Wars Nites at Disneyland
For additional fun beyond Season of the Force, check out the ultimate fan extravaganza: Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite, an after-hours party packed with galactic fun on select nights from April 8 through May 6, 2025, at Disneyland Park. Tickets are now available for purchase online.
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A galaxy of adventure awaits Star Wars fans as “Season of the Force” returns at Disneyland Park, March 28 through May 11, 2025