Galaxy’s Edge is no longer locked to one Star Wars timeline — and that’s a big deal for Disneyland fans

• Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is expanding beyond a single era at Disneyland
• Characters like Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Han Solo will become permanent fixtures starting April 29, 2026
• The update deepens immersion and includes a new soundscape featuring John Williams' iconic work

It's hard to believe, but it's been nearly 7-years since Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge opened at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, and Disney World's Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Florida. These themed lands marked the first time you could essentially step foot into the Star Wars universe.

In the years since, Galaxy's Edge on the East Coast and West Coast has evolved – we've seen more lightsabers, err, scrap metal, come to the forefront, and new visitors like Luke Skywalker, Ahsoka Tano, the adorable BDX droids, as well as The Mandalorian and Grogu arrive from time ...