Disneyland is adding a new round of Star Wars popcorn buckets, sippers, and drink novelties just ahead of this year’s May the 4th celebration, with the first wave arriving Monday, April 28.
According to Disney Parks Blog, the lineup includes the Salvaged Protocol Droid Bucket, Bantha Sipper, Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader Lightsaber Swizzle Sticks, and the DJ R-3X Mug. Another collectible, Jabba’s Sail Barge Bucket, is set to debut Sunday, May 4.
For Disneyland fans, the biggest takeaway is the timing. Disney is tying the release to the seasonal Star Wars push already underway at the resort, which also includes updates to the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge timeline and the return of sold out Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite events.
What Is Coming to Disneyland on April 28 and May 4
Quick answer: Disneyland will release four new Star Wars novelty items on April 28, then add Jabba’s Sail Barge Bucket on May 4, according to Disney Parks Blog.
The Salvaged Protocol Droid Bucket launches April 28 and will be available at locations including the popcorn cart near Star Trader, Alien Pizza Planet, Kat Saka’s Kettle, and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge beverage carts. Disney says the bucket features light up eyes and will also be sold through Galactic Grill’s Seasonal Novelty Release via mobile order and during Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite.
The Bantha Sipper also arrives April 28. Disney says the item was first unveiled at Destination D23 and includes built in sound effects. It will be available at locations including Milk Stand, Galactic Grill, Alien Pizza Planet, Tomorrowland Fruit Cart, and Galactic Grill’s Seasonal Novelty Release.
Also starting April 28, guests can pick up Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader Lightsaber Swizzle Sticks at spots including Galactic Grill, Ronto Roasters, Milk Stand, and Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo. The DJ R-3X Mug will debut the same day at Oga’s Cantina.
Where the New Star Wars Novelties Fit Into Disneyland’s May the 4th Push
Quick answer: Disney is using these collectible releases as part of a broader May the 4th merchandise and event rollout at Disneyland.
Jabba’s Sail Barge Bucket is scheduled to arrive May 4, the same day many fans celebrate Star Wars Day. Disney says it will be sold at locations including the popcorn cart near Star Trader, Alien Pizza Planet, Kat Saka’s Kettle, and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge beverage carts, with additional sales through Galactic Grill’s Seasonal Novelty Release on May 4, May 5, and May 6.
Disney says the new novelty items are limited to two per person, per transaction, and discounts do not apply. The post also notes that several older Star Wars themed novelty items remain available around Disneyland Resort, including the Tauntaun Bucket and Yoda Stainless Steel Tumbler.
For guests planning a late April or early May trip, this is the kind of merchandise drop that can move quickly, especially with Star Wars Nite demand already strong this year.
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Source: Disney Parks Blog
