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Questions about Star Wars Launch Bay

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Star Wars Launch Bay first open?

Star Wars Launch Bay opened first at Disneyland on the 16th of November 2015. Disney's Hollywood Studios followed on the 1st of December 2015, and Shanghai Disneyland's version opened on the 16th of June 2016.

Where was Star Wars Launch Bay located?

Star Wars Launch Bay operated at Disneyland at Disneyland Resort, at Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort, and at Shanghai Disneyland.

Why did the California version of Star Wars Launch Bay close in 2020?

The California version closed on the 14th of March 2020, when the resort itself shut down amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay-at-home orders issued twice by California Governor Gavin Newsom kept it closed, and it reopened only at some point before May 2025, then for character meet-and-greet sessions rather than the original walkthrough.

When did the Shanghai version of Star Wars Launch Bay close?

The Shanghai version of Star Wars Launch Bay closed in June 2019, inside the resort's Tomorrowland Pavilion.

What happened to the Orlando version of Star Wars Launch Bay during the pandemic?

The Orlando version closed on the 16th of March 2020 and did not reopen until the 17th of July 2022. During the closure, the building operated as a Relaxation Station, letting guests safely remove facial coverings while keeping their distance.

Is Star Wars Launch Bay closing at Disney's Hollywood Studios?

Yes, Disney announced on the 22nd of July 2025 that Launch Bay's Disney's Hollywood Studios version would close, along with the surrounding Animation Courtyard area. Disney plans to reopen the space in 2026 as a reimagined version of The Magic of Disney Animation inside a new land called The Walt Disney Studios Lot.