New Disneyland ‘Star Wars’ park opens May 31

May the forward sales be with you.

Fans have raced to be the first to experience the new Disneyland Star Wars theme park, based on the iconic film series. The park is being opened at the original Disneyland site in Annaheim, California.

The new theme park began accepting requests on Thursday to visit “Galaxy’s Edge” during the first three weeks after the May 31 opening. The $1 billion attraction will feature rides, eateries and a space-themed cantina.

“We are delighted that our guests are as excited as we are about the May 31 opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge,” Disneyland spokeswoman Liz Jaeger said.

(The Thaiger wonders why they didn’t they have the opening on May the 4th!?)

“We can’t wait for them to visit – and we look forward to delivering a great guest experience both now and after June 23rd, when reservations will no longer be required.”

In anticipation of the huge crowds expected at the opening, Disney has implemented new rules at the park in Anaheim, including size restrictions on strollers and push wagons and eliminating smoking areas.

A similar Star Wars park is also opening at Disney World in Florida at the end of August.