When you visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland, you become immersed in another world. It’s a land that differs from the rest of Disneyland in its sights, sounds, foods, experiences and the characters you meet. The Galaxy’s Edge characters live in that world and are part of that story, which is toadally cool, especially if you are a huge fan of the "Star Wars" movies and shows. And we have some galactic news. The timeline of Batuu at Disneyland has shifted to allow time travel, in a sense. As of April 29, 2026, characters from the original Star Wars movies appear in the land. Not only that, but the land now has background music. Guests can hear scores from composer John Williams, pulling themes from the first six films.
FAQs
- What new characters are in Galaxy's Edge? Darth Vader, Leia Organa, Han Solo and Luke Skywalker have arrived on Batuu as of April 29, 2026.
- Where can I meet characters? The characters in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge roam freely. They do not have traditional meet and greet lines like other characters in the park. You find characters, locations and times in the Disneyland app.
- Are the characters nice? The characters stay in character. The Stormtroopers may interrogate you or make sarcastic comments. Other characters may be a little warmer. Chewie hug, anyone? But even the most sinister characters seem to have a soft spot for their tiniest fans.
- Are there character meet times? Go to the map in the Disneyland app and select Characters at the top to see which characters appear in the land that day, and tap the actual characters' names to see the times that characters will be out. This may not be a complete list.
- Do I need a park ticket to meet Star Wars characters? Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge is located inside Disneyland Park, so you need a park ticket. You can save money on Disneyland tickets through Undercover Tourist.
Guide to the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Characters
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When you meet characters in Galaxy’s Edge, you become part of their story. You are a visitor in their land. But that means you’ll have to approach them differently than you might when you meet other characters in other parts of Disneyland. Of course, the character interactions on Batuu are anything but traditional.
First of all, there are no official character meet-and-greets in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. There’s no line or guarantee to get that perfect photo and dedicated time with any particular character. They aren't celebrities. The characters are free-roaming, doing their jobs and walking around as citizens, workers or visitors on the planet Batuu. They are very busy and have things to do. You can encounter them, talk to them and walk with them. Depending on the character, they may order you around, intimidate you, play with you, talk to you, enlist your help or may be willing to pose for a picture. You might get a hug, but you might also get interrogated. It depends on the character, and it's all part of the magic of becoming part of their world.
The characters are living in this land and going about their business. They are not standing around waiting for visitors to meet them or forming lines. They'll wander through crowds and interact with guests as people on their planet. Yes, they may stop and pose for photos if you ask nicely. But you may have to get their attention and wander with them to interact with them.
No doubt you'll want to meet them, so here’s our ribbeting guide to meeting characters in Galaxy’s Edge.
Where to Find "New" Characters from Episodes 4-6
It's funny to call this crew of Resistance fighters new, because they are the OG Star Wars characters. But they are new to Disneyland as of April 2026. Some have made special appearances in the park for special events such as Princess Nite, Star Wars Nite or Season of the Force. And just as always, Chewie and R2-D2 will remain roaming the land.
Luke Skywalker
Being born of perhaps the most tragic love story in the galaxy, Luke Skywalker has a lot to live up to. Not to mention being the one chosen to bring balance to the force. Luke is a farm boy turned Jedi Knight, who went from milking Banthas to blowing up Death Stars. From dueling Darth Vader (who just happens to be his dad) to taking down the Emperor with nothing but sheer willpower, Luke showed that sometimes the greatest power comes from believing in yourself. Oh, and having a cool robot friend or two by your side never hurts either!
You can find the ultimate space hero in his full Jedi robes wandering the outpost, seeking knowledge of the Force and artifacts related to lightsaber building, kyber crystals and more. He appeared during Season of the Force 2025 between the speeders and Rise of the Resistance with his trusted astromech, R2-D2, or alone inside the marketplace.
Leia Organa
Luke's twin sister (and the ultimate space baddie), Princess Leia of Alderaan, is proof that you don't need a lightsaber to be one of the most powerful forces in the galaxy. She's fierce, witty and great with a blaster, and she's made her debut in Batuu. Spot her near the Millennium Falcon, where she’ll recruit travelers and locals to help keep Luke safe. You might even spot her with Chewie and/or Han Solo.
Han Solo
Equal parts charm and chaos, this scruffy-looking nerf herder is now in Batuu! Find the fastest pilot in the galaxy, Han Solo, lingering around his prized ship (The Millennium Falcon), tempted by the nearby cantina. Be sure to ask him who shot first! You might see him with his copilot, Chewbacca.
Darth Vader
Once a promising Jedi named Anakin Skywalker, Darth Vader ultimately falls to the dark side and becomes the right hand of the Emperor. Tasked with hunting down the remaining Jedi (including his own son, Luke), he plays a central role in shaping the fate of the galaxy during the Empire’s reign. His story is one of power, loss, redemption and love, making him one of the most complex figures in all of the Star Wars stories combined.
Darth Vader’s search for Luke Skywalker brings him all the way to Batuu. This Sith Lord is joined by Imperial Stormtroopers, and as they seek the elusive Jedi, they may find hints of the Force around the outpost. Darth Vader has been greeting guests in Tomorrowland on and off since Galaxy's Edge opened, but he and Kylo Ren have switched places as of April 29, 2026.
Look for his dramatic entrance near the Milk Stand. He may stop to summon park guests to come closer near Droid Depot or to the lift of Black Spire Surplus.
Where to Find Characters Who Have Been Regulars in Galaxy's Edge
There have been characters in the land since the day the land opened, with additional characters joining the lineup over time.
Chewbacca
Chewie is my favorite character in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. He's usually wandering around nearby the Falcon. He's got all the warm, fuzzy feels in contrast to the coldness of the Empire characters. He might make repairs to controls, hang with his buddies, Han or Leia, and teach kids how to speak Shyriiwook. He’s always good for a good, long hug and is usually happy to pose for a picture if you ask nicely. He's usually hoppy to give a high five, but he might leave you hanging just for the laugh (at your expense).
During Life Day 2025 (at Holiday Time), Chewbacca appeared in a red robe at night with a glowing orb.
Stormtroopers
Stormtroopers are the most common character we seem to encounter in Galaxy's Edge. And as of April 29, 2026, you'll find a different type of Stormtrooper. Rather than First Order Troopers, Imperial Stormtroopers (as in the original movies) take charge of Batuu. You may see troopers patrolling the land, usually in groups of two. They may be on their own, or newly with Darth Vader. At times, they appear on the stage by Black Spire Surplus Be sure to look up ... sometimes they watch the activity from the rooftops! You may see them around Droid Depot and Savi's Workshop. Stormtroopers talk to park guests, check IDs and can be quite funny. They might inquire about your droid's personality chip ... and yours, too!
They may or may not pose for photos. If you are waiting to build a lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop and the Stormtroopers come by on their patrol, do not let on what you are doing. Shhh … the gatherers work in secret. Don't give their location away! Watch out for Stormtroopers patrolling the platform in front of the TIE Echelon starfighter. You might find Stormtroopers keeping watch from above or patrolling the rest of the land. They may even stop to question you.
The Mandalorian (Din Djarin)
Is there anything greater than a space cowboy? We think not. There's something about the shiny beskar plated, helmeted, bounty hunter turned dad that is just so cool. It's no wonder wherever he wanders a crowd usually forms. Mando can be found on the outskirts of the Marketplace and all the way over by the speeders. And don't worry... "wherever [Din] goes, he goes."
Grogu (The Child)
That's right! Grogu! We were toadally excited to meet "Baby Yoda" in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, along with his protector. As a fellow frog lover, we can't get over how adorable this animatronic is. Mando is always hoppy to show off his little guy, and loves to talk about him too! Grogu is definitely a fan favorite for littles (as well as adults!). Watch for them near the market area and just outside it.
Rey
Rey is more elusive, but you can generally find her in the Resistance camp area and near the ships by Rise of the Resistance. She'll probably try to recruit your support for the Rebellion. She's a bit guarded, but if you know her story, you can understand why.
Rey is a powerful figure and the protagonist of the sequel movies around which Batuu was created. While Rey wanders around near Rise of the Resistance and the Marketplace, she loves to talk to tadpoles with lightsabers and show them a few techniques! You might even run into her with Chewbacca.
R2-D2
One of our favorite droids is a free-roaming — or should I say rolling — character! We recently caught up with our favorite droid, traveling through the streets of Batuu. If you are lucky, you just might catch one of these outings. He emerges from an area to the right of the land speeder garage, but we have caught him at the Millennium Falcon and on the way to Rise of the Resistance. His lights and sounds were operating and on high alert for droids and people loyal to the First Order. What will he find out if he scans you?
His translators asked Tad if he could speak binary. When Tad rattled off a series of 0s and 1s, R2-D2 shrieked and quickly slid backward away from Tad. Evidently, Tad insulted him. Toadally hilarious!
Ahsoka Tano
Ahsoka is the former padawan of Anakin Skywalker. She left the Jedi on her own accord and now travels the galaxy on her own path. Her strong sense of the force connected her to Grogu during "The Mandalorian" on Disney+, and she's usually never far from him and his protector while on Batuu. But don't expect warm and cuddly from Ahsoka. Although she may seem a little reserved, she can sure be a bit snippy (wink wink)!
Kylo Ren
The dark, brooding son of Leia and Han, Kylo Ren, has left Batuu as of April 29, 2026, to make room for his grandfather, Darth Vader. But fear not! The two Sith have switched places, leaving Kylo a new domain at Star Wars Launch Bay. During morning hours, all guests can stop in and meet Kylo. In the afternoon, the meet-and-greet is only for Disney Visa cardholders. Check the app for exact times. I have to admit ... Kylo Ren is intimidating. That's how he's supposed to be, so just have fun with it.
There are usually limited-time characters in Batuu with the release of new Disney+ shows. Here are the ones we've seen so far:
- Boba Fett
- Sabine Wren
- Hera Syndulla
- C1-10P (Chopper)
- Fennec Shand
- BD-X
- Vi Moradi
Cast Members
The cast members who ring you up, take your images, serve you food, check you in at Oga's Cantina and assist you in building a droid or custom lightsaber are all in character. These people live in Batuu and have their own language which sounds a lot like English. They cannot talk to you about Disneyland or things that are from Earth. They inhabit Black Spire Outpost and can only answer your questions from that perspective.
It adds to that immersive feeling of visiting their village. Ask them about their life. Greet them with, "Bright suns" in the early part of the day and, "Rising Moons" as the sun sets. You can read more about their language and phrases in Tad's Galactic Guide to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland.
That’s about it when it comes to characters in Galaxy’s Edge. There are a few more droids, such as DJ Rex in the Cantina, still trying his best to play music, and animatronic characters, such as Dok Ondor in his Den of Antiquities or Hondo Ohnaka, who you’ll encounter when in the queue for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. But these beings do not interact with guests.
There are, however, a couple droids who love to play with guests.
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The BD-X droids were one of Galaxy's Edge's temporary inhabitants and we couldn't get enough of them! Lucky for us, these cuties have returned to Batuu as of May 22, 2026, fresh off their movie debut in "The Mandalorian and Grogu!" These droids "in training" love to show off their new skills. Red, Oskar and Grek practice walking side to side in unison and hopping up and down.
If you build a droid at Droid Depot, your droid may react to some of the characters and droids in the land. It's a fun way to further immerse yourself into the world of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. We've seen the cast members block off space for droid racing where you can enter your own droid to win!
Another way to interact with the land and characters is to use the Datapad on your smartphone. You can access it through the Play Disney Parks app. You can choose a side, working undercover to help the Resistance, or pledging loyalty to the First Order. Maybe you are a scoundrel, striking out on your own! You can hack into First Order control panels or mess with areas vital to the Resistance. Perhaps the First Order will catch you, or Chewbacca will have to undo your mess. But if you get caught hacking into the control panels for the First Order, there's no telling what they might do with you! We've seen citizens get arrested. Just sayin'.
You can also use it and a charged MagicBand+ to go Bounty Hunting in Batuu!
Star Wars Characters During Special Events
Star Wars Launch Bay has closed in Tomorrowland. But you can meet Kylo Ren outside Launch Bay for limited hours a day. When he's available, you can find his hours in the Disneyland app. Sometimes there are special photo opportunities in Tomorrowland for Disney Visa cardmembers with complimentary downloads of your photos, so keep an eye out for that sign outside of Launch Bay!
If you attend Star Wars Nite — one of the Disneyland After Dark events in May — you'll find many rare Star Wars characters greeting guests all around the park that night. (Those do form lines.) On Princess Nite we met Princess Leia with R2-D2 in Tomorrowland! We've also seen Anakin and Queen Amidala, Ezra Bridger and Captain Rex, Darth Maul, the Emperor and creatures like Ewoks and Jawas. Star Wars Nite and other Disneyland After Dark events are separately ticketed parties that take place after the parks close. Star Wars Nite usually sells out early. It's a great way to see a lot of rare characters, however, the lines to meet them can be very long.
During the holidays, Chewbacca may celebrate Life Day in a Red Robe near the Millennium Falcon at night.
Which Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge characters would you be most excited to meet? Let us know in the comments below. If you are planning a trip to Galaxy's Edge, it's located (far, far away) inside Disneyland, so you'll need admission to Disneyland to access it. Your favorite frogs at Undercover Tourist can help you save money on Disneyland Resort tickets and hotel stays both on-property and nearby. Ribbit, ribbit!
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