Here are some tips and ideas on how to make the most out of celebrating Star Wars day on May the 4th! If you aren’t familiar with the concept of “May The 4th” aka Star Wars day here is your crash course. May 4th is the day that Star Wars fans have chosen to celebrate the George Lucas films. The date is a play on words for the catchphrase “May the Force be with you” as “May the Fourth be with you”. It is a fun way to bring communities of Star Wars fans together.
Remember that any way you decide to celebrate Star Wars day is perfectly OK! The way you celebrate doesn’t make you less or more of a fan.
Revisit the films
Get some snacks and sit down in front of your television or laptop and re watch some of your favorite films. Whether alone or with a group of friends, re-watching Star wars is always a fun idea! Haven’t seen any of the extended universe shows? We totally recommend checking out the animated series Star Wars Rebels & Clone wars!
Wear Your Fandom
Wear your favorite Star Wars Inspired Outfit or Cosplay
Never Tell Me the Odds Unisex Shirt by Jordandené
Community Events
This year May The 4th actually lands on Free Comic Book Day! Head over to your local comic book shop to celebrate with like minded folks. Check in with your local library or community center to see if they have any planned events happening.
Free Comic Book Day – Store Locator https://www.freecomicbookday.com/StoreLocator
Geeks Who Drink is a Trivia game that takes place multiple bars across the United States, Ireland and the UK. Check their website to see if there are any Star Wars themed trivia games going on in your neighborhood! https://www.geekswhodrink.com/
May The 4th Fest Returns to the Riverside Municipal Auditorium
Arts & Crafts
Pinterest is a gold mine for Star Wars themed arts & crafts! Check out our board on Star Wars Day ideas!
Star Wars Party Ideas
Same as above! Check out our Star Wars Part idea board for food, recipes and more!
Remember those we have lost
The Star Wars family some very notable members of the Star Wars Cast. Kenneth George Baker was an English actor remembered for portraying the character R2-D2 in the Star Wars franchise. He died on August 13, 2016. Peter Mayhew died on April 30th, 2019 at the age of 74. He was best known for playing Chewbaca. Carrie Fisher was the actress who played Leia Skywalker. She had a huge personality and massive amount of fans around the world, both of the character she portrayed and fans of the type of person she was. Carrie Fisher died on December 27, 2016.
It's bittersweet facing my final chapter without her-She is simply irreplaceable. I'm finding solace in the fact that she won't BE replaced & would love the worldwide outpouring of affection from those who loved her when they heard the news.#CarrieOnForever pic.twitter.com/7ueMqBxQwa
— Mark Hamill (@MarkHamill) July 29, 2018
The family of Peter Mayhew, with deep love and sadness, regrets to share the news that Peter has passed away. He left us the evening of April 30, 2019 with his family by his side in his North Texas home. pic.twitter.com/YZ5VLyuK0u
— Peter Mayhew Foundation (@TheWookieeRoars) May 2, 2019
https://twitter.com/RahulKohli13/status/764507902019186688
Let us know your ideas on how to celebrate Star Wars Day in the comments!
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