Hey Jessica,
Welcome to planDisney! I know it is exciting to see new announcements about changes coming to the theme parks. I love the idea of stepping into
Walt Disney Animation Studios while the animators are away. This new experience will have interactive portraits, opportunities to learn how to draw character sketches, a playground for kids, and character greetings.
As you know, this makeover will take the place of
Star Wars: Launch Bay, and the last day to visit will be September 24, 2025. Unfortunately, the announcement did not include any information about whether the various Star Wars characters will be relocated. Occasionally, you can see Chewbacca roaming the planet of Batuu alongside Rey.
Kylo Ren will also patrol the area, often escorted by Stormtroopers. If you’re walking through the Black Spire Market, you might see The Mandalorian with his Foundling, Grogu.
You can get an idea of when you might spot some of these characters by checking the
My Disney Experience app. Click the location pin at the bottom of the app and change the location to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, then scroll over to “Characters.” I like to select “Show List” for an easy viewing of all the characters in the theme park. If you click on a character, it will list the next appearance and any other appearances scheduled for the rest of the day. Some of the characters, like Rey, roam throughout the planet of Batuu. Others, like The Mandalorian or Kylo Ren will list a specific area where they are likely to be seen.
I hope you find the droids, or characters, you’re looking for, Jessica! Have a magical vacation with your boys! If you have any more questions, please come back and see me at
planDisney!
Kaitlin