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Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have already claimed all Disney’s Hollywood Studios park reservations for May 22, 2026, the opening date for the new Mandalorian and Grogu mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run.
That does not mean every Passholder is locked out of Hollywood Studios that day. It does mean the cleanest morning plan is gone for Passholders who did not already secure a Hollywood Studios reservation.
What Sold Out For Passholders
WDWMagic reports that Annual Passholder park reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios are no longer available for May 22, 2026. That is the same day Disney’s official attraction page says Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run begins its new mission featuring the Mandalorian and Grogu.
The timing is not surprising. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge tends to pull strong Passholder interest around major Star Wars dates and new attraction updates, and this one lines up with the debut of The Mandalorian and Grogu in theaters.
Can Passholders Still Go To Hollywood Studios On May 22?
Possibly, but the day is now more complicated if you do not already have the right reservation.
- If you already have a Disney’s Hollywood Studios reservation for May 22, keep it if this new mission matters to you.
- If you have another park reservation, you generally need to enter that reserved park first before hopping to Hollywood Studios.
- Annual Passholders may typically visit a park without a reservation after 2:00 PM, except Magic Kingdom on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Park hopping and late-day entry can still depend on capacity, so it is not a guarantee on a high-interest opening day.
May 22, 2026 falls on a Friday, so the Magic Kingdom weekend exception is not the issue here. The bigger issue is demand. If Galaxy’s Edge pulls a heavy crowd, arriving later may mean longer waits and less control over your day.
Why This Update Is Getting Attention
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is an interactive simulator where each rider has a cockpit role. The new mission brings Din Djarin and Grogu into the ride, giving the attraction a fresh story hook after years with the same core experience.
For repeat visitors, that is the draw. This is not a brand-new ride building, but it is a meaningful update to one of Hollywood Studios’ most recognizable attractions. Guests who usually skip Smugglers Run may decide it is worth another flight.
It also lands during a busy stretch for Hollywood Studios. Disney is preparing several attraction and entertainment updates for late May, including Passholder previews for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets and Soarin’ Across America.
Planning Advice For Opening Day
If May 22 is already on your calendar, treat Hollywood Studios like a high-demand park day. Check your reservation, make sure everyone in your group is properly linked, and decide ahead of time whether Smugglers Run is worth building the day around.
If you are using Lightning Lane Multi Pass, watch the attraction’s availability and tier placement as your trip gets closer. Smugglers Run has often been part of the Lightning Lane conversation at Hollywood Studios, and a fresh mission could make it more competitive than usual.
For help deciding whether paid line-skipping fits your budget, see our guide on whether Lightning Lane Multi Pass is worth it at Disney World. If you are comparing crowd signs across the resort, our recent look at Disney World attendance and guest spending adds helpful context.
The Bottom Line
The Passholder reservation sellout is an early warning sign, not a disaster. Hollywood Studios will likely be busier than a normal late-May Friday, especially around Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
If you care about being there on the first day, do not wait for the calendar to magically loosen up. Keep checking for cancellations, consider starting at another park if that works for your pass and plans, and be ready for a later arrival if you are counting on the after-2:00 PM rule.
FAQ
When does the new Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run mission open?
The new Mandalorian and Grogu mission is scheduled to begin May 22, 2026, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Are Hollywood Studios Passholder reservations gone for May 22?
Yes. WDWMagic reports that Annual Passholder reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios are no longer available for May 22, 2026.
Can Annual Passholders still enter Hollywood Studios after 2:00 PM?
Annual Passholders may typically enter parks without a reservation after 2:00 PM, except Magic Kingdom on Saturdays and Sundays. Capacity can still matter on busy days.
Should I expect long waits for Smugglers Run on opening day?
Longer waits are a reasonable expectation because the update is new, Star Wars fans are likely to show up, and Passholder reservations sold out early.
Source credit: wdwmagic.com
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