{"id":36958,"date":"2025-04-18T06:00:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T11:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=36958"},"modified":"2025-07-13T13:40:23","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T17:40:23","slug":"star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/","title":{"rendered":"Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios: A Hidden Gem for the Galaxy\u2019s Biggest Fans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">18 April 2025<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/steve-bell-founder-and-editor-in-chief-military-disney-tips\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Steve Bell<\/span><\/a><\/span> <span class=\"entry-comments-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#respond\">Leave a Comment<\/a><\/span> <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#Star_Wars_Launch_Bay_can_be_overlooked_during_your_whirlwind_tour_of_Disneys_Hollywood_Studios_as_its_not_in_Star_Wars_Galaxys_Edge\" >Star Wars Launch Bay can be overlooked during your whirlwind tour of Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios, as it&#8217;s not in Star Wars: Galaxy&#8217;s Edge..<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%F0%9F%9A%80_Location_and_Atmosphere\" >&#x1f680; Location and Atmosphere<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%F0%9F%8E%A8_The_Outer_Gallery_Star_Wars_Art_Under_the_Stars_and_Sun\" >&#x1f3a8; The Outer Gallery: Star Wars Art Under the Stars (and Sun)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%F0%9F%96%BC%EF%B8%8F_The_Exhibits_A_Museum_of_Star_Wars_Magic\" >&#x1f5bc;&#xfe0f; The Exhibits: A Museum of Star Wars Magic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%F0%9F%A4%9D_Character_Meet-and-Greets\" >&#x1f91d; Character Meet-and-Greets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%F0%9F%9B%8D%EF%B8%8F_Launch_Bay_Cargo_A_Galaxy_of_Merchandise\" >&#x1f6cd;&#xfe0f; Launch Bay Cargo: A Galaxy of Merchandise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%E2%9D%84%EF%B8%8F_Why_You_Should_Still_Visit\" >&#x2744;&#xfe0f; Why You Should Still Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%E2%8C%9A_When_to_Visit\" >&#x231a; When to Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%F0%9F%8E%9E%EF%B8%8F_Is_It_Still_Worth_Visiting_with_Galaxys_Edge_Open\" >&#x1f39e;&#xfe0f; Is It Still Worth Visiting with Galaxy\u2019s Edge Open?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-launch-bay-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-a-hidden-gem-for-the-galaxys-biggest-fans\/#%F0%9F%93%B8_Final_Thoughts_A_Quick_Pit_Stop_or_a_Full_Star_Wars_Fix\" >&#x1f4f8; Final Thoughts: A Quick Pit Stop or a Full Star Wars Fix?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Star_Wars_Launch_Bay_can_be_overlooked_during_your_whirlwind_tour_of_Disneys_Hollywood_Studios_as_its_not_in_Star_Wars_Galaxys_Edge\"><\/span><span data-slate-fragment=\"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\">Star Wars Launch Bay can be overlooked during your whirlwind tour of Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios, as it&#8217;s not in Star Wars: Galaxy&#8217;s Edge.<\/span>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Display.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36814\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Display.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Display.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Display-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Display-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>After all, with the incredible rise of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-galaxys-edge-at-disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Star Wars: Galaxy\u2019s Edge<\/a>, this quieter corner of the park doesn\u2019t exactly scream for attention. But if you\u2019re a fan of the original Star Wars films\u2014or just looking for some air-conditioned bliss and a photo with Darth Vader\u2014don\u2019t count this one out just yet. Let\u2019s take a closer look at what makes Star Wars Launch Bay a must-stop for many visitors (including yours truly!).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9A%80_Location_and_Atmosphere\"><\/span>&#x1f680; Location and Atmosphere<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#x1f4cd;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Hollywood Studios<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/animation-courtyard-in-disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Animation Courtyard<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Animation-Coutryard-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32615\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Animation-Coutryard-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Animation-Coutryard-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Animation-Coutryard-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Animation-Coutryard-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Animation-Coutryard-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&#x1f4cd; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Hollywood Studios<\/a> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/animation-courtyard-in-disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Animation Courtyard<\/a><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll find Star Wars Launch Bay tucked away in Animation Courtyard, just past the Disney Junior Dance Party and the entrance to the former Voyage of the Little Mermaid show (the upcoming The Little Mermaid &#8211; A Musical Adventure).<\/p>\n<p>This building has gone through quite a few identities over the years (shoutout to anyone who remembers The Magic of Disney Animation!), but today it houses a galactic gallery dedicated to one of the most iconic movie franchises of all time.<\/p>\n<p>Step inside and you\u2019ll notice a major shift in tone from the immersive alien world of Batuu. Instead of feeling like you\u2019ve been dropped into a Star Wars story, here you feel like you\u2019re stepping into a Star Wars museum curated for fans, by fans. And yes\u2014there\u2019s glorious air conditioning.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8E%A8_The_Outer_Gallery_Star_Wars_Art_Under_the_Stars_and_Sun\"><\/span>&#x1f3a8; The Outer Gallery: Star Wars Art Under the Stars (and Sun)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Outdoor-Mural.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36970\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Outdoor-Mural.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Outdoor-Mural.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Outdoor-Mural-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Outdoor-Mural-800x425.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Outdoor-Mural-768x408.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Before you even step inside Star Wars Launch Bay, there\u2019s a surprising amount of content waiting just outside the doors. To the left as you enter is a covered but not air-conditioned area where you\u2019ll find an open-air gallery featuring large-scale Star Wars artwork mounted along the walls.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36965\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This collection features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Massive movie posters from nearly every Star Wars film\u2014including the original trilogy, prequels, and sequels<\/li>\n<li>Concept art and promotional images showcasing iconic characters, ships, and planets<\/li>\n<li>Behind-the-scenes production stills that longtime fans will appreciate<\/li>\n<li>Timeline-style panels that briefly walk you through the saga\u2019s cinematic history<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Movie-Posters.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36969\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Movie-Posters.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Movie-Posters.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Movie-Posters-300x147.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Movie-Posters-800x393.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Movie-Posters-768x377.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to breeze past this area if you\u2019re focused on getting inside to meet Darth Vader or find some A\/C, but if you slow down, there\u2019s a lot to appreciate here. It\u2019s a bit like walking through a visual history of Star Wars\u2014a great way to introduce newer fans to the galaxy or rekindle your own childhood memories.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork-2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36964\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Artwork-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Pro Tip: This is a great spot for quick, low-traffic photo ops.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%96%BC%EF%B8%8F_The_Exhibits_A_Museum_of_Star_Wars_Magic\"><\/span>&#x1f5bc;&#xfe0f; The Exhibits: A Museum of Star Wars Magic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Entry.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36967\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Entry.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Entry.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Entry-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Once inside, you\u2019ll enter a walk-through gallery of replica props, costumes, models, and memorabilia from across the Star Wars saga. The bulk of the displays focus on the original trilogy and the prequels (my sweet spot!), with a few nods to the newer films as well.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Ships.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36972\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Ships.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Ships.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Ships-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Ships-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Expect to see:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A life-size Darth Vader costume<\/li>\n<li>A model of Luke Skywalker\u2019s Landspeeder<\/li>\n<li>Stormtrooper armor from various eras<\/li>\n<li>Detailed lightsaber replicas (yes, including Mace Windu\u2019s purple beauty)<\/li>\n<li>Starfighter models, blasters, and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Speeder-Bike.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36974\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Speeder-Bike.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Speeder-Bike.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Speeder-Bike-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Speeder-Bike-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a feast for the eyes and a fun way to spark some \u201cremember when\u2026\u201d conversations, especially if you grew up with the films.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Rey-and-Speeder.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36971\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Rey-and-Speeder.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Rey-and-Speeder.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Rey-and-Speeder-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Rey-and-Speeder-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A4%9D_Character_Meet-and-Greets\"><\/span>&#x1f91d; Character Meet-and-Greets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is hands-down the biggest reason to stop in\u2014character greetings with major Star Wars icons.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-BB-8.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36966\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-BB-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-BB-8.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-BB-8-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-BB-8-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As of my last visit, you could meet:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Darth Vader \u2013 Yep, the Dark Lord of the Sith himself. Towering and intimidating, with a seriously cool backdrop.<\/li>\n<li>Chewbacca \u2013 The beloved Wookiee is always ready for a hug and a growl-filled selfie.<\/li>\n<li>BB-8 \u2013 The tiny astromech droid doesn\u2019t talk much, but he beeps a lot and looks adorable doing it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each character has their own themed meet-and-greet area, and the lines are usually much shorter than the ones you&#8217;ll find for characters in other parts of the park. Disney PhotoPass photographers are stationed at each location, so you can get high-quality shots for your collection.<\/p>\n<p>Pro Tip: Mornings and late afternoons tend to have the shortest waits.<\/p>\n<p>&#x1f3ae; Bonus: Star Wars Video Game Stations (Subject to Availability)<br \/>\nThere\u2019s a small corner of Launch Bay where guests can try out Star Wars video games on consoles. It\u2019s easy to miss, but if you have a gamer in the group\u2014or someone who needs a sit-down break\u2014this is a low-key way to rest while still staying in the Star Wars world.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9B%8D%EF%B8%8F_Launch_Bay_Cargo_A_Galaxy_of_Merchandise\"><\/span>&#x1f6cd;&#xfe0f; Launch Bay Cargo: A Galaxy of Merchandise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, there\u2019s a gift shop (this is Disney, after all), but Launch Bay Cargo is more than just t-shirts and keychains.<\/p>\n<p>Here you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>High-end collectibles and replicas<\/li>\n<li>Customizable Star Wars name tags<\/li>\n<li>Apparel and accessories (some you won\u2019t find in Galaxy\u2019s Edge)<\/li>\n<li>Pins, toys, and droid-themed goodies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before Galaxy\u2019s Edge opened, this was the spot for Star Wars shopping. While it\u2019s no longer the headliner, it\u2019s still got plenty of unique finds and a quieter shopping experience than the bustling Black Spire Outpost Marketplace.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%84%EF%B8%8F_Why_You_Should_Still_Visit\"><\/span>&#x2744;&#xfe0f; Why You Should Still Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Slave.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36973\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Slave.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Slave.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Slave-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Even with all the new Star Wars magic over in Galaxy\u2019s Edge, Launch Bay has a charm of its own. Here\u2019s why I still make a point to stop in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It\u2019s indoors and blissfully air-conditioned\u2014perfect during those sweltering summer afternoons.<\/li>\n<li>Classic Star Wars focus\u2014if you\u2019re more into Luke and Leia than Rey and Kylo, this is your spot.<\/li>\n<li>Easy access to major characters\u2014no virtual queue, no fancy reservations, just walk up and say hello to Chewie.<\/li>\n<li>Great photo ops\u2014the displays and character backdrops make for fantastic Instagram moments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%8C%9A_When_to_Visit\"><\/span>&#x231a; When to Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Times.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36975\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Times.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Times.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Times-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Disney-Hollywood-Studios-Star-Wars-Launch-Bay-Times-590x800.jpg 590w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The best time to swing by Star Wars Launch Bay is usually midday, when the park is hottest and most crowded. Since it\u2019s often overlooked, it doesn\u2019t see the same rush as the rides in Galaxy\u2019s Edge. That makes it an ideal way to slow down without sacrificing the fun.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8E%9E%EF%B8%8F_Is_It_Still_Worth_Visiting_with_Galaxys_Edge_Open\"><\/span>&#x1f39e;&#xfe0f; Is It Still Worth Visiting with Galaxy\u2019s Edge Open?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Star-Wars-Galaxys-Edge-Scenery-Falcom.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Star-Wars-Galaxys-Edge-Scenery-Falcom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Star-Wars-Galaxys-Edge-Scenery-Falcom.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Star-Wars-Galaxys-Edge-Scenery-Falcom-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Star-Wars-Galaxys-Edge-Scenery-Falcom-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Star-Wars-Galaxys-Edge-Scenery-Falcom-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Absolutely\u2014and here\u2019s why.<\/p>\n<p>Galaxy\u2019s Edge is an incredible experience, but it\u2019s firmly planted in the new Star Wars canon. If you\u2019re a fan of the originals or the prequels, Star Wars Launch Bay offers something Galaxy\u2019s Edge doesn\u2019t: a celebration of the saga as a whole, especially the earlier films.<\/p>\n<p>And let\u2019s be honest\u2014meeting Darth Vader never gets old.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%B8_Final_Thoughts_A_Quick_Pit_Stop_or_a_Full_Star_Wars_Fix\"><\/span>&#x1f4f8; Final Thoughts: A Quick Pit Stop or a Full Star Wars Fix?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a die-hard Star Wars fan or just looking for a fun, air-conditioned break in your day at Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios, Star Wars Launch Bay has something to offer. It&#8217;s not as flashy as Galaxy\u2019s Edge, but it\u2019s still a solid little corner of the galaxy\u2014rich in nostalgia, full of photo ops, and packed with character (literally).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t miss the other Star Wars attractions at Hollywood Studios!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-tours-the-adventures-continue-at-disneys-hollywood-studios\/\"> Star Tours \u2013 The Adventures Continue<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-theme-parks\/disneys-hollywood-studios\/star-wars-galaxys-edge-at-disneys-hollywood-studios\/\">Star Wars: Galaxy&#8217;s Edge<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Have you met Chewbacca or Vader at Launch Bay? 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