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Surviving ESPN the Weekend at Disney's Hollywood Studios

The 2010 edition of ESPN The Weekend has begun! If you're a sports fan -- and even if you aren't -- it pays to plan ahead. How can you survive one of the busiest weekends at Disney's Hollywood Studios?

  • Scope out the schedule in advance. Visit the ESPN website for daily schedules. Get a detailed schedule at the park entrance.
  • If you are planning to attend events at Disney's Hollywood Studios, arrive no later than 8:30 AM -- even earlier if possible! Pick up Fastpasses for Toy Story Mania ASAP, because they are sure to run out early in the day. 
  • Be prepared for extra traffic on Saturday morning during the Champion 5K. Runners start at 7 AM, so plan for delays all morning. 
  • If you aren't planning to participate in ESPN The Weekend events, skip Hollywood Studios this weekend. Enjoy one of the other parks -- Magic Kingdom, Epcot or Disney's Animal Kingdom. (Considering the weather, I plan to visit Epcot.)
  • Most of all, relax and enjoy yourself. The crowds and long lines can try your patience if you let let it! Remember that you're at Disney World!
Posted by Anne on Thu, 2010-02-25 23:16

Star Wars Weekends: May 29-31 Details

Star Wars Weekends get the summer off to a good start at Disney's Hollywood Studios. This weekend features special appearances by:

  • Peter Mayhew (“Chewbacca”)
  • Matthew Wood (“General Grievous”)

In addition to the Star Tours attraction and Jedi Training Academy interactive show, guests can enjoy:

  • Star Wars themed motorcade parade
  • Stars of the Saga talk show and Q&A hosted by Jay Laga’aia
  • Clone Wars: Behind the Force behind-the-scenes show
  • Padawan Mind Challenge game for kids under 12
  • Special merchandise (of course!)

Here's a sneak peek: Read more

Posted by Anne on Thu, 2009-05-28 13:15
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