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Can you bring a Disney lightsaber as a carry on?

Sadly, the technology doesn't currently exist to create a real lightsaber. However, you can pack a toy lightsaber in your carry-on or checked bag.



In 2026, the TSA officially allows lightsabers (including those from Savi's Workshop at Disney) in both carry-on and checked luggage. While the policy is permissive, the lithium-ion batteries must stay with you in your carry-on if you decide to check the hilt. Most travelers prefer to carry the blade and hilt together in the padded carrying case provided by Disney, as it fits easily in overhead bins. However, the final decision always rests with the individual TSA officer at the checkpoint. If you are flying out of Orlando (MCO) or Orange County (SNA), security teams are very accustomed to seeing these "elegant weapons," but at smaller airports, you may encounter extra scrutiny. It is a "pro-tip" to keep your receipt or a printout of the TSA's "What Can I Bring?" page in your bag to help resolve any confusion quickly.

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By building your lightsaber, you are opening up a world of possibilities for your build. It is worth it to invest in an extra Kyber Crystal if you are really into Star Wars. Overall, the Disneyland lightsaber build process is a must-try experience for any Star Wars fan.

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If you are planning to go to Galaxy's Edge to get the lightsaber, the following is some of the top lightsabers you might want to buy.
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The droid is probably a better functional souvenir, especially for kids; it can be played with for (hopefully) years to come. The lightsaber is a lot of fun to carry around the park at night to take pictures, but I don't think I'll be having many lightsaber battles at home.

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Once you have built your lightsaber, however, you will receive a carrying case so that you may still keep your lightsaber concealed and away from the stormtroopers. Otherwise, you may ask if it can be stored at a merchandise location, but this service is not available at all theme parks.

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The entire Savi's Workshop experience takes about 20 minutes, You might think it's just going in and throwing together a lightsaber, but there's WAY more to the experience than that.

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