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Disney characters will no longer dress as Star Wars characters
From information I’ve received, Disney characters like Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald and Chip and Dale will no longer be allowed to dress as Star Wars characters for public Star Wars events like Season of the Force and/or Star Wars Weekends. I’ve been told to expect Seasons of the Force to occur in February and early March, but don’t book dates around that until Disney officially announces the actual dates. At this point Disney has only stated “Early 2016.” I’ve also been told to expect far fewer character meets during Season of the Force than we’ve seen at Star Wars Weekends in previous years, but it should feature some characters from the upcoming movie.
We’ll file this under rumors until further information is presented.
Melissa
Friday 9th of October 2015
I'm sorry, I didn't read the last sentence of your post until after I asked my question. I was just so sad to see this, and I hope it doesn't actually happen. Thanks for answering my question and thanks for always having such awesome and in depth info for all of us who love Disney so much!
Sweetpeamac
Thursday 8th of October 2015
Any chance this is just a rumor? Or is this confirmed for sure? We really wanted to do this one with the kiddos.
kennythepirate
Friday 9th of October 2015
I'd call it strong rumor. Disney won't confirm anything like this.
Maurine
Thursday 1st of October 2015
Only character we missed last year was Jedi Mickey and my 5 year old keeps asking if its time to go back and get that photo, I truly hope they come back
Martin
Monday 21st of September 2015
Star Wars Weekends will still be a thing, Disney may own the franchise but Lucas still has a say when it comes down to how the costumes are, and he doesn't want the fab five portraying his characters anymore. Last year they had Vader Goofy in boxers, this year he was in black pants because it was more Vader like, even tho it was supposed to be a Goofy portrayal the way it was before
kennythepirate
Monday 21st of September 2015
I liked the boxers better. Synergy Dept is who is making this change btw
Amanda
Sunday 20th of September 2015
Any word on why?