Star Wars Weekends returns to Disney MGM Studios.

The 2006 Dates are May 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, June 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11

Jedi knights and droids will once again join forces for the return of the popular Star Wars Weekends at Disney-MGM Studios. Beginning on May 19, 2006 and continuing through June 11, 2006, guests can take part in this special celebration each Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A regular Disney-MGM Studios admission is needed to attend this event.

The centerpiece of this celebration is the Star Tours attraction where guests can take a light speed trip to the moon of Endor, aboard their star speeder. You’ll find yourself hurtling through space while dodging giant ice crystals and laser blasting fighters. Whether it’s your first or 100 th flight, it’s a thrill ride made all the more exciting by the special events taking place.

All six of the Star Wars films will be represented: Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones and the much anticipated Revenge of the Sith. Guests will have opportunities to meet and greet characters such as Luke Skywalker, Chewbacca, Darth Vader, Darth Maul, Queen Amidala, as well as Wookies, Jawas and Ewoks.

There's a little known Jedi Knight who will be making appearances; none other than Mickey Mouse himself wielding a light saber and ready to pose for a one of a kind photo.

The ABC Theatre will host interviews with Star Wars celebrities. Actors, actresses and the creative forces behind this popular series of films provide fascinating glimpses into what it's like to be a part of movie history.

TIP: ; In 2005 they offered Fast Pass for autographs. ; This has not yet been confirmed for 2006.

Fans are in for a treat while participating in the Galactic version of “Who Wants To Be A Jedi – Play it!” With questions inspired by the Star Wars films as well as appearances by film characters, Star Wars trivia buffs can test their knowledge.

Obi-Wanna-Be’s will be chosen throughout the day. The lucky children selected will go to the “Jedi Training Academy” with a focus on lightsaber skills. Once they’ve honed their technique, they’ll be pitted against one of the evil Siths.

TIP: ; The Jedi Training Acadamy will be open starting March 27th, 2006 and will remain open thru June 11th. ;

A Galaxy of Collectibles will be on display and available for purchase at the Tatooine Traders shop adjacent to the Star Tours attraction. There will be event-exclusive merchandise including limited edition pins as well as posters, clothing, medallions, and other items that commemorate this special occasion..

Be sure to have your camera ready and your autograph book handy when you blast off and are transported to this popular event.



THE FOLLOWING IS THE LIST OF CELEBRITIES AND FILM ARTISTS SCHEDULED TO APPEAR IN 2006 ;


May 19, 20, 21

Peter Mayhew - Chewbacca in the original trilogy and in Revenge of the Sith
Rick McCallum- Producer of the Prequel series of films
May 26, 27, 28

Jake Lloyd - Anakin Skywalker from Episode 1
Matthew Wood - Supervising Sound Editor Episode III and the voice of General Grievous
June 2, 3, 4

Jay Laga'aia - Captain Typho from Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith
Bonnie Maree Piesse - Beru in Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith
June 9, 10, 11

Jeremy Bulloch - Boba Fett in the Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Also appeared briefly as Captain Colton in Revenge of the Sith
Temuera Morrison- Jango Fett in Attack of the Clones where his image was used to replicate the clone army