For Star Wars fans planning a visit to Walt Disney World or Disneyland, there’s always something new and immersive on the horizon. Starting in 2025, guests can enjoy updates to renowned attractions like Savi’s Workshop, explore the expanded Galaxy’s Edge offerings, and even experience new adventures on the Millennium Falcon. Here’s a detailed look at what to expect in these exciting updates.
Create a Unique Lightsaber Experience at Savi’s Workshop
Savi’s Workshop, known for its hands-on lightsaber-building experience, is introducing a limited-time hilt theme called “Reclaimed and Reforged.” This new addition will be available starting May 4th, 2025. The design takes inspiration from materials scavenged from old battles and starship wreckage, offering a link to the galaxy’s storied past.
When visiting Savi’s Workshop, guests can select the “Reclaimed and Reforged” hilt or one of four other year-round themes, including Peace and Justice, Power and Control, Elemental Nature, and Protection and Defense. Once inside, aspiring Jedi and Sith assemble their customized lightsabers with parts available for their theme. Builders can choose from various components, including sleeves, emitters, and pommel caps, ultimately connecting their finished hilt to a lightsaber blade. Guests also select their kyber crystals, which determine the lightsaber’s color, whether it be blue, green, violet, or red.
Reservations for this popular experience are highly recommended, with availability limited to the builder and up to two guests. At least one person in the group must be 14 or older to participate.
Expanded Galaxy’s Edge Interactive Offerings
Outside Savi’s Workshop, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge continues its mission of creating fully immersive experiences for fans. Beyond attractions, guests can explore themed merchandise, food, and beverage options to deepen their connection to the Star Wars universe. For instance, life-sized remote-controlled MSE droids, Galactic refreshment orbs adorned in Aurebesh, and rotating collections of treasures at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities enhance the storytelling.
Galaxy’s Edge also features interactive builds at the Droid Depot, allowing guests to design their own functional droid companions who can interact with their surroundings while exploring the land. Meanwhile, visitors can shop apparel inspired by the Star Wars universe, including designs by Her Universe, a brand created by Ashley Eckstein, who portrays Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars animated series.
New Adventures on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
A new experience is coming to the Millennium Falcon attraction in 2026. Starting May 22nd, the Smugglers Run ride will include an option to go on a mission featuring Din Djarin (The Mandalorian) and Grogu. Riders will take control of the Falcon in an interactive storyline, choosing their path as they explore various iconic Star Wars locations such as Bespin, Endor, or Coruscant.
This update brings a fresh approach to the attraction, giving guests the thrill of deciding their own narrative while engaging with beloved characters and new destinations across the galaxy.
Plan Ahead for Your Star Wars-Inspired Adventure
From constructing your own lightsaber to embarking on thrilling space missions, the new offerings at Disney Parks enrich the Star Wars experience in profound ways. Whether you’re planning to immerse yourself in interactive attractions or simply explore the rich detail of Galaxy’s Edge, there’s much to enjoy across Walt Disney World and Disneyland.
For Star Wars fans, these parks continue to bring the galaxy far, far away closer than ever. Make sure to plan your visit, reserve your experiences in advance, and prepare to step into this incredible, ever-evolving universe.
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Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
