The construction walls surrounding Savi’s Workshop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have finally been removed, marking the completion of updates to the courtyard area. This space, located in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, has been under construction for seven months, and the changes are now visible to guests.
Updates to the Courtyard
The primary addition to the courtyard is a series of canopies designed to provide shade for guests waiting to build their custom lightsabers. These canopies are supported by a central post and smaller posts around the courtyard, creating a structure similar to those found in the Black Spire Outpost Market.
While the canopies offer some protection from the sun and rain, they do not provide full coverage.
Landscaping and Other Changes
The courtyard also features flowerbeds filled with decorative scrap metal, adding to the immersive Star Wars theming. However, some flowerbeds currently lack plants, suggesting that additional landscaping may be completed in the future. There are also themed umbrellas still present in one section of the courtyard, which were previously used as temporary shade during construction.
Construction Timeline
The construction walls and scrim were initially installed seven months ago, but visible progress only began in February with the addition of support poles. The canopies were installed in the weeks leading up to the reopening. While there may have been some pavement work during this time, no significant changes to the ground are apparent.
Impact on the Lightsaber Experience
Throughout the construction period, Savi’s Workshop remained open, allowing guests to continue enjoying the lightsaber-building experience. Temporary umbrellas were used to provide shade for guests during this time, ensuring minimal disruption to the experience.
Conclusion
The reopening of the Savi’s Workshop courtyard marks the end of a lengthy construction period and introduces new features to enhance guest comfort. While the updates are relatively minor, they contribute to the overall experience of visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Guests can now enjoy a more comfortable wait as they prepare to create their custom lightsabers.
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.
