Bright suns, Julie! Thanks for stopping by the Disney Parks Moms Panel on your way to Batuu.
I sense that the Force is strong with you, Julie, so I am sure you cannot wait to live your own Star Wars adventure at
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. I'm glad to hear that you were able to secure a reservation at the notorious local watering hole,
Oga's Cantina, where you can enjoy a Bloody Rancor while listening to DJ R-3X spin some tunes.
Before traveling to Batuu, be sure to double-check the hours for
Disney's Hollywood Studios using your
My Disney Experience mobile app. As you mentioned, Disney's Hollywood Studios is currently listed as opening at 9:00 a.m. on the day of your visit, but theme park hours are subject to change. When you arrive at Disney's Hollywood Studios, check with a Cast Member about entering the park. There will often be a separate entrance line for guests who have early morning
dining reservations. With the excitement over
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opening, I would recommend arriving at Disney's Hollywood Studios around 8:15 a.m.
So far, crowds at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge have been quite manageable. The opening of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has been highly anticipated, and this attraction promises to be like nothing we have ever experienced before. While we have no way of knowing for sure, we may see larger than normal numbers of travelers heading to Batuu on the attraction's opening day. But fear not, Julie, for fear is the path to the Dark Side. Even if Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge sees capacity level crowds on December 5, your party will still be admitted into the land due to your Oga's Cantina reservation.
I hope you enjoy your visit to Black Spire Outpost. May the Force be with you!
Samantha