Disney World and Disneyland experienced significant crowds on May 4th for Star Wars Day celebrations. Visitors flocked to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge areas, leading to busy walkways and notable ride wait times. Evening lightsaber gatherings drew even larger numbers.
May 4th marked Star Wars Day, prompting large crowds at Disney parks. At Disney World's Hollywood Studios, the Galaxy’s Edge marketplace and Ronto Roasters were packed. Ride wait times included 95 minutes initially for Rise of the Resistance, dropping to 80 minutes later, 40 minutes for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, and a walk-on for Star Tours. Crowds intensified in the evening for a lightsaber meetup in front of the Millennium Falcon, where visitors lit up their sabers after dark. The Disney Food Blog reported these observations from the scene. Similar scenes unfolded at Disneyland, with crowded walkways but occasional quieter moments. Wait times there showed Rise of the Resistance at 75 minutes, Smugglers Run at 15 minutes, and Star Tours at 25 minutes. The blog noted more Star Tours cabins at Disney World compared to Disneyland. These gatherings highlight the popularity of Star Wars-themed attractions on this annual holiday.
