While you may bring the full lightsaber into the theme parks, please know you'll be asked to stow it away safely to enjoy any attractions so your plan to just bring the hilt is a good one.
Sadly, the technology doesn't currently exist to create a real lightsaber. However, you can pack a toy lightsaber in your carry-on or checked bag. May the force be with you.
How do you bring a lightsaber home from Disney World?
If you want to ship your lightsaber home, you can have it shipped from Disney World to your house. You have a few options to do this. If you are in Galaxy's Edge you can head over to the Droid Depot to have them ship it for you. You can head over to Dok Ondar's Den of Antiquities to have it shipped.
Do you get to keep the lightsaber at Disney World?
Once you have built your lightsaber, however, you will receive a carrying case so that you may still keep your lightsaber concealed and away from the stormtroopers. Otherwise, you may ask if it can be stored at a merchandise location, but this service is not available at all theme parks.
How much does it cost to do the lightsaber at Disney?
At $249.99 plus tax, it'll certainly take a chunk out of your (or in my case, Mommy Frog's) wallet. Know that you're paying not only for the lightsaber itself but also for the experience of building it in the workshop. Is it really worth the price?
If you are a daytime guest or staying at an off-site hotel, you can have your lightsaber held complimentary at several locations throughout Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure, including Disneyland Resort Stroller Shop, Elias & Company in Disney California Adventure Park, or Pioneer Mercantile, Port Royal, and ...
I've read that the cost to ship a Savi's Workshop lightsaber home is between $12 - $15, but again, that price is dependent on the shipping location and subject to change at any time. Did you know you can fly home with your lightsaber and droid?
If you find yourself visiting on another day with your lightsaber in tow and would like to store it for part of the day, there is a secret location which has storage just large enough for a deconstructed lightsaber. The First Order will never be able to locate it, so it is safe and sound.
For a few extra credits, you can have your lightsaber shipped home using FedEx or UPS, since the First Order does not monitor shipments for either of these services, you can rest assured that your lightsaber will evade detection on its way to your home planet.
This is one of the most popular Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge offerings at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, and for good reason. It's not going to be something that everyone can afford to do in terms of time or money, but it's something we recommend as a splurge for those who can do it. You won't regret it.
Can you use a Disney gift card to build a lightsaber?
Yes, the Gatherers at Savi's Workshop – Handbuilt Lightsabers will accept credits stored on Disney Gift Cards from our home planet. In fact, my son happened to use a Disney Gift Card when he visited Batuu recently to learn the mysterious craft of building a lightsaber under the tutelage of the Gatherers.
You must cancel at least one day prior to your reservation to avoid a per builder cancellation fee. If you fail to timely cancel and are a no-show, the credit card provided at the time of reservation will be charged the full product price, currently $219.99, per builder.
What is the best way to fly with a Disney lightsaber?
The first, and probably the best/safest one, would be to detach the Lightsaber blade from the hilt or body to make it a little less long. If you have a tall enough suitcase, it should fit inside – the blade is 31 inches (or about 79 centimetres) long.
Can you bring a lightsaber on rise of the resistance?
You can take the lightsaber on most attractions (Rise of the Resistance, Smuggler's Run, Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Train, etc) but will probably not be able to take it on Rockin' Roller Coaster and Tower of Terror.
There's always the possibility of new colors being added, but as it stands in the official lore, the only colors possible (and what they represent) are the following: Blue - loyalty, stability, truth, justice. Green - growth, safety, harmony. Red - power, anger, hatred.
How long does it take to ship a lightsaber from Disney World?
I checked with a Cast Member, and it sounds like it typically takes about 5 days for the lightsabers to be shipped, but there may be some delays due to the postal service during the holiday season.
Can you buy a lightsaber without going to Savi's workshop?
If you are unable to get a reservation for Savi's Workshop, and this is your only chance to visit Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, you can still buy a lightsaber. Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities sells legacy lightsabers from heroes and villains. The legacy lightsabers come with a sturdy protective case.
On your shipping receipt, you should see a Tracking Number OR a Reference Number. Either of these numbers will help you track your custom saber. Master Yoda typically likes sending lightsabers via UPS.
How do you bring a lightsaber home from Disneyland?
If you haven't yet had your reservation at Savi's Workshop, just let the Cast Member at the check-in register know that you'd like to have your lightsaber shipped home at the end of the experience. One of the "Gatherers" will help you package your lightsaber before you leave Savi's Workshop.
If you'd like to ship it right after you've built it, you can head over to the Droid Depot or Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities and they will be happy to assist you with shipping it home. If you'd like to enjoy your lightsaber for a few days, you can also ship it home directly from your Walt Disney World Resort Hotel.
