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Orlando is preparing for a spectacular Star Wars Day celebration on May 4, 2025, featuring themed events and activities throughout the city. Local businesses will offer unique promotions, including discounts on merchandise at Gods & Monsters comic shop, special Star Wars-themed painting classes, food offerings, and immersive experiences at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The day’s events cater to fans of all ages, ensuring a vibrant community atmosphere as Orlando embraces the beloved franchise. Join in the celebration for a day filled with excitement and creativity!
Orlando is gearing up for a major celebration of Star Wars Day on May 4, 2025, with a variety of themed events and activities planned across the city. “May the Fourth be with you” is a popular phrase among fans of the iconic franchise, and this year, the festivities promise to be bigger and more engaging than ever.
This annual celebration has evolved from a grassroots fan gathering into a worldwide phenomenon that pays homage to George Lucas’s creation. Local establishments are rolling out special promotions and unique events to mark the occasion, ensuring that fans can indulge in their favorite Star Wars experiences.
One of the highlights includes Gods & Monsters comic shop, which will offer a 15% discount on all Star Wars comics, books, and merchandise throughout the day. Fans who come in cosplay can also receive a complimentary shot, soda, or mocktail with any bar purchase between 3 and 8 p.m.
From 8 p.m. onward, À La Cart food truck hangout will showcase a screening of “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” while debuting new beer offerings, including Luke Dry Hopper, Empire Lager, Rebel Lager, Baby Yoda Pants, and Bantha Milk crafted by Arkane Aleworks.
In Oviedo, the Calliope Street art and wine boutique is hosting special Star Wars-themed painting classes for adults and children. Adults can participate for $35, while prices for kids (ages 8-12) and young artists (ages 13-17) range from $25 to $27, with popular characters like R2D2 and Baby Yoda as subjects.
Another event of interest is a brewery crawl in Sanford on May 4. Starting at Wops Hops and concluding at Deviant Wolfe, tickets are priced at $35, which includes a pint at each location and a small gift bag for participants. A costume contest will also take place during the crawl, adding a fun competitive aspect for attendees.
Pizza Bruno has scheduled Star Wars-themed pizza-making classes at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. for those looking to blend culinary experiences with the Star Wars theme. Tickets are $125, but children under 12 can join in for free, with the option for two kids per adult.
The Orlando Public Library will partake in the festivities by hosting a TIE fighter model-building event alongside an adult trivia social event, providing entertainment and challenges for trivia buffs and crafting enthusiasts.
For those seeking a fully immersive Star Wars experience, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will feature Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, highlighting rides and a new “Reclaimed and Reforged” lightsaber experience at Savi’s Workshop. This new offering will be available as of May 4 for $249.99, allowing fans to custom create their own lightsabers.
Moreover, Disney World will have a limited-time “May the 4th” merchandise collection, including themed apparel, accessories, and designs for MagicBand+. Special Star Wars food and drink offerings will also be present at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs, available from May 4 through May 31.
In addition to the major events mentioned, various local venues will be joining in on the Star Wars Day celebration with themed pub crawls, trivia nights, and dance events. Many of these activities encourage participants to dress up in their favorite Star Wars costumes, promoting a vibrant and community-focused atmosphere.
Fans of all ages in Orlando have ample opportunities to celebrate their passion for Star Wars this May 4, with a diverse range of activities appealing to different interests. Whether through art, food, or immersive experiences, the city is set to honor a beloved franchise that has captured the hearts of millions around the globe.
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