Disneyland's Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge launched its expanded Original Trilogy character meet-and-greets on April 29, 2026, as announced earlier this year. Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Han Solo, Princess Leia, and others appeared, drawing enthusiastic crowds amid new John Williams scores spanning A New Hope to The Mandalorian.
Visitors at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, experienced the permanent additions firsthand. Luke Skywalker and R2-D2 strolled outside the marketplace, attracting large gatherings. Near the Millennium Falcon: Princess Leia Organa and Chewbacca, with Han Solo debuting at 1:30 p.m. alongside Chewbacca, who was later seen repairing the ship. Darth Vader patrolled with Stormtroopers, enhancing the immersive timeline.