Building a Lightsaber at Disney World in Savi's Workshop Review and Overview

Last reviewed: October 2026

Building a lightsaber at Savi's Workshop in Hollywood Studios costs $274.99 plus tax, and you pay in full when you book. That covers the build, your lightsaber and a carrying case. Park admission is extra. Each reservation is one builder plus one guest, and someone in your party must be 14 or older.

I paid $230 for mine in 2021 plus $35 to ship it home, which you can see next to every other line of that trip in my full trip cost breakdown.

If you've ever dreamed of becoming a Jedi and having a lightsaber of your own, you will definitely want to stop by Savi's Workshop at Hollywood Studios. This unique shop is not only a place where you can build and take home your very own Lightsaber, but you'll experience a Jedi ceremony that is unlike anything else.

Here I will talk about how Savi's Workshop works, the pricing, and my review of this one of a kind experience.

Savi's Workshop Price and Rules at a Glance

• Price: $274.99 per lightsaber, plus tax
• Payment: in full when you book
• Included: the build experience, your lightsaber and a carrying case
• Where: Savi's Workshop in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Hollywood Studios
• Park ticket: not included. You need Hollywood Studios admission for that day
• Who goes in: the builder plus one guest. The guest can't build a lightsaber
• Age: Disney recommends builders be 5 or older. At least one person in your party must be 14 or older
• Booking: on Disney's website or in the My Disney Experience app. Disney highly recommends booking ahead
• Same day: a few reservations may open up to 2 hours ahead. Walk-ins depend on the day
• Check-in: no earlier than 15 minutes before your time. Bring your confirmation, photo ID and the card you booked with
• Cancelling: at least 24 hours ahead, or you pay the full price
• Discounts: none. Annual Passholder and other discounts don't apply
• Limit: one lightsaber per builder per reservation
• Blade: 31". Since October 5, 2026, every new lightsaber has thermal cutting, spinning and deflection effects
• Extras: more kyber crystals and parts are sold at Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities

From Disney's Savi's Workshop page and the Disney Parks Blog, checked October 2026. Disney can change prices without notice.

How Do I Make a Reservation to Build a Lightsaber?

Book Savi's Workshop on Disney's website up to 60 days ahead. Spaces are limited, and you pay in full when you book. If nothing is open, check the My Disney Experience app on the day, since a few same-day reservations open up to 2 hours ahead. Each reservation covers one builder plus one guest.

To build a lightsaber you will first want to make advanced reservations. This is an extremely popular stop in Hollywood Studios, and spaces are limited. You can make a reservation in advance on Disney Website. Reservations can be made 60 days in advance.

You pay the full price when you book. You will be charged the entire price of the lightsaber if you cancel less than 24 hours ahead or are a no-show to your reservation. So if you can't make it, be sure to cancel at least 24 hours ahead.

If you are unable to find any open reservations, check the My Disney Experience app on the day. A few same-day reservations open up to 2 hours ahead. Walk-ins are sometimes accepted, but they are not guaranteed. I would recommend you arrive to the park early if you plan on trying to do a walk in Lightsaber build.

Keep in mind your reservation is for one person plus one guest. Your entire party will not be allowed to watch the build. Cast Members will make exceptions for small children who would otherwise be left unattended, but it is at their discretion.

What does it Cost to Build a Lightsaber?

Building a lightsaber at Savi's Workshop costs $274.99 plus tax. That covers the build experience, your custom lightsaber and a carrying case. You pay the full price when you book. Annual pass and DVC discounts don't apply to the build, but you can use them on extras like a stand or belt clip at Dok-Ondar's.

Building a lightsaber at Savi's Workshop costs $274.99 plus tax. There are no discounts with Disney annual pass or DVC for this experience, but you can use those discounts for any of the extras or accessories that you purchase.

The price above includes the building experience (which I'll go over below), the customized lightsaber, and a carrying case.

It does not include park admission. You need a Hollywood Studios ticket for the day of your build.

You can also buy a stand or a belt clip for your lightsaber at Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities.

You already paid for the lightsaber when you booked. At check-in, bring your photo ID and the card you booked with.

Want to see how a lightsaber fits your whole trip budget? Try my Disney World trip cost calculator.

How Does Building a Lightsaber Work?

When you arrive for your reservation at Savi's Workshop you'll be given a menu of options to chose from for your lightsaber. Your options include:

• Peace and Justice
  Salvaged scraps from fallen Jedi temples and crashed starships in these Republic-era designs honor the galaxy's former guardians.
  
  
• Power and Control
  Originally forged by dark side warriors, this style features rumored remnants from the Sith homeworld and abandoned temples.
  
  
• Elemental Nature
  This theme embodies the Force, an energy created by all living things, like Brylark trees and Cartusion whale bones.
  
  
• Protection and Defense
  Hilt materials bear mysterious motifs and inscriptions that reconnect users with the ancient wellspring of the Force.
  
  New in October 2026: a white and gold series of this theme, inspired by the High Republic.

Once you make your selection you are given a pin to wear that symbolizes the theme of lightsaber that you have chosen. You are also given a color coded card that will represent the group of builders you are with.

Once your color card is called you are brought inside the workshop and given a work station. You are guided by The Gatherers (the Cast Members working in the shop) in the building process. This part is more a show. You hear the story of Jedi masters before you. And learn about the building process and why it is so significant. Any Star Wars fan would greatly appreciate the attention to detail and story.

Then it's time to start building. The Gatherers working the shop will bring you a tray of parts that were "salvaged" for you to build this lightsaber. They help you chose a kyber crystal (which is what brings your lightsaber to life, and essentially determines the color and sounds your lightsaber makes). They then help you assemble based on the pieces that you chose. Disney lists four crystal colors: blue, green, violet and red.

The Gatherers will then have you place your lightsaber in a special docking station. Moments later the top of the station opens and your lightsaber is revealed with its blade lit. The blade is 31" long.

Every lightsaber built since October 5, 2026 has Disney's upgraded blade and chassis. It adds thermal cutting, spinning and deflection effects, better sound and a smoother ignition. Disney says pairing it with one of its special "cracked" kyber crystals adds a color-change effect.

You can pick any number of combinations when you are building your lightsaber. And chances are every builder around you will have a different and unique lightsaber.

Any unused pieces are returned (you do not keep the unused pieces that you did not pick in the building process). You remove your lightsaber and are then given a travel case.

Can I Ship My Lightsaber Home?

If you want to ship your lightsaber home, you can have it shipped from Disney World to your house.

You have a few options to do this. If you are in Galaxy's Edge you can head over to the Droid Depot to have them ship it for you. You can head over to Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities to have it shipped. Or you can head to your resort's gift shop location. Rates vary.

If you decide to try and bring your lightsaber on your flight home, the TSA does allow them. But you'll want to double check with your airline before you go.

Who Would Enjoy This Experience?

Building a lightsaber at Savi's Workshop is an amazing experience for any Star Wars fan. This is definitely more of an adult experience. While Disney recommends builders be 5 and up, I personally would not recommend this for children under the age of 10 (give or take depending on your child). Disney also requires at least one person in your party to be 14 or older.

The lightsaber itself is NOT a toy, and would not be appropriate for a child looking for a lightsaber that they can play with. This would be an experience more for someone looking for a display piece. Toy lightsabers can be purchased at a number of stores in Hollywood Studios at much cheaper prices.

If you are looking for an alternative that is more child friendly, or something that you can play with more, I would recommend building a droid at the Droid Depot instead.

Getting Extra or Replacement Lightsaber Parts

When you build your lightsaber you pick a theme, and are given a variety of parts based on that theme. But what do you do if you are torn between two different parts or styles? Or if something happens and you need a replacement part for your lightsaber?

If you want additional pieces for the hilt (or base) of your lightsaber, you can head back over to Savi's Workshop and ask to see their junk pieces.

You can also go to Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities to purchase additional Kyber Crystals to change the color of your lightsaber.

Review of Savi's Workshop

My husband Kurt and I went to Savi's Workshop to build a custom lightsaber. We had our 2 year old with us, and although the rules are only one builder and one guest per reservation, the Cast Members let us bring her with for our reservation.

We chose the Peace and Justice themed lightsaber. We were given a pin to wear to show our choice, and a card for entry in to the workshop. We then waited to be called for our turn to build.

While we sat and waited, we saw Kylo Ren and a group of Storm Troopers walking towards Savi's Workshop. The Cast Members at the workshop shouted that Kylo Ren was coming, and any and all discussions of lightsabers ceased. Kylo Ren commented to his Storm Troopers that it was "nothing but a junk shop" and they left.

I found that level of detail to be incredibly fun. This was more than just a souvenir. This was an entire experience that included Cast Members working outside the shop, characters roaming the land, and the guests as builders.

We were then called in to the shop, and were given a work space. All builders are placed in a workspace that circles the room. The Cast Members working in the shop, called Gatherers, then tell a dramatic story of the history and importance of building your own lightsaber as a part of your Jedi training. This story is more than just a background on lightsabers. It is a full on show. There is music and lighting, and the telling is very fun and dramatic. It truly builds anticipation for the experience.

Once we were familiar with the importance of this ritual, we were guided by The Gatherers in the building process. We placed the purple Kyber Crystal we chose in the hilt, and then select pieces to complete the build. We were then told to place the hilt in a station, and the Gatherers built up anticipation as we waited for the final step of the build.

The station then opened and our lightsaber, complete with lit purple blade, were revealed. Everyone then lifted their lightsabers at the same time, which was amazing to see in person.

Overall this experience was unlike anything else. It was part show, it was building a custom piece, it was a childhood dream fulfilled. It was everything we hoped it would be. And I am not someone who ever thought that I would spend over $200 on a lightsaber.

With a price tag that high, you might be wondering if it's worth the price for you. I would say it's worth it if you are a huge Star Wars fan, if you dreamed of building or having your very own lightsaber since childhood, if you have always wanted a cos-play or collector level piece, or if you love these truly unique and one of a kind type experiences. Because truly each guest is getting a different experience with a lightsaber build at Savi's Workshop.

Questions About Building a Lightsaber

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Lightsaber at Disney World?

$274.99 plus tax at Savi's Workshop. You pay the full price when you book, and your Hollywood Studios ticket is extra.

How Much Is It to Build a Lightsaber at Disneyland?

Disneyland's Savi's Workshop charges $249.99 plus tax. There you pay when you arrive, not when you book, and the builder can bring 2 guests. See Disneyland's Savi's page for details.

Do You Need a Reservation to Build a Lightsaber?

Disney highly recommends one. Book on Disney's website or in the My Disney Experience app. If you don't have one, check the app on the day, since a few same-day spots may open up to 2 hours ahead.

How Old Do You Have to Be?

Disney recommends builders be 5 or older. At least one person in your party must be 14 or older.

Can the Whole Family Watch?

No. Only the builder and one guest go into the workshop, and the guest can't build a second lightsaber.

How Long Does It Take?

Disney doesn't publish a length for the build. Check in no earlier than 15 minutes before your reservation. Disney says late arrivals may not be accommodated.

What If I Need to Cancel?

Cancel at least 24 hours ahead. If you cancel within one day or don't show up, Disney charges the full price.

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-Julie