The new version of Disney’s Star Tours ride officially opens tomorrow morning but tonight, at midnight, Disney held a special meet-up for up to 500 people to preview the ride early. There were Star Wars characters dancing around, a Q&A with Imagineers who developed the ride, and of course plenty of chances to ride the new Star Tours as well. And it all began with a backstage walk along a red carpet!

After tonight, Star Wars fans will descent upon the Hollywood Studios theme park for Star Wars Weekends and lines for the new Star Tours will be extremely long. I’m glad I’ve ridden it plenty of times already. It was a fun night and a great special event.