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04-05-2025
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Does Disney do anything for May 4? How to celebrate Star Wars Day in the parks
It's a great day to be a Star Wars fan. Sunday is May the 4th, the unofficial Star Wars holiday that plays on the iconic movie line 'May the Force be with you.' There are all sorts of ways to celebrate close to home, including dressing up as favorite characters and binge watching 'Star Wars' films, but fans yearning for a galaxy far, far away can find one in California or Florida. Here's how fans can have their own Star Wars adventures on May the 4th and beyond at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Yes. Disneyland Park is home to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, an immersive land with attractions, entertainment, dining, characters and various activities all themed to Star Wars. It opened in May 2019, several months ahead of the Galaxy's Edge at Disney World near Orlando. The setting in both is Batuu, which describes as 'once a thriving stop for traders and travelers before advancements in lightspeed technology. Now its lush forests and majestic mountain regions are known only to those who dare to venture this far into the Outer Rim.' Disneyland and Disney World also have a Star Tours – The Adventures Continue attraction, outside Galaxy's Edge. Disneyland is currently celebrating Season of the Force through May 11. The seasonal celebration features a new nighttime projection show called 'Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga,' new character interactions with Luke Skywalker, returning Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks, a Hyperspace Mountain overlay on Space Mountain, and limited-time food and merchandise offerings. Like other festivals throughout the year, Season of the Force is included with standard park admission. One-day, one-park tickets start at $103 a day for guests over age 9. Tickets for May the 4th cost $180. Disneyland is also hosting an after-hours event called Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite on select nights through May 6. The specially ticketed event, which is not included with standard admission, features character sightings, a lightsaber instructional, a galactic dance party, a Fans of the Force Costume Cavalcade, and shorter waits for popular rides. Event tickets start at $169 and May the 4th' is already sold out. The droids you're looking for: Disney announces new Star Wars experiences Yes. Guests can visit Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios. From May the 4th through the end of the month, they'll be able to order Star Wars-inspired treats throughout the park and at select locations in the Disney Springs shopping, dining and entertainment complex. Specially themed popcorn buckets, sipper cups and merchandise including limited-time lightsabers will also be available at Hollywood Studios. While there aren't any May the 4th events planned at the park this year, guests can still celebrate on their own. One-day, one-park tickets to Disney's Hollywood Studios start at $139 for guests over age 9. Tickets for May the 4th cost $174. Guests will find many of the same experiences available at Star Wars: Galaxy Edge in Disneyland or Disney World. Here are some of the most popular ones. Ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, one of the most popular attractions at both resorts. Ride Millenium Falcon: Smuggler's Run and feel what it's like to fly the "fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy.' Keep an eye out for characters like Storm Troopers, Rey, and the Mandalorian and Grogu and talk to cast members, who are also in character. Try various challenges on the Star Wars: Datapad in the free Play Disney mobile app. Wander around, looking for Easter eggs and at all. The intricate details throughout the land. Grab a drink or bite at Oga's Cantina as droid DJ R-3X spins tunes. Reservations are typically required though walk-up lists are also available. Sip on blue (or green) milk from the Milk Stand or Cold Brew Black Caf from Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo at Disneyland or Kat Saka's Kettle at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Snack on a Ronto Wrap from Ronto Roasters. Build a custom lightsaber at Savi's Workshop or custom droid at Droid Depot. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How Star Wars fans celebrate May the 4th at Disneyland, Disney World
USA Today
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Does Disney do anything for May 4? How to celebrate Star Wars Day in the parks
Does Disney do anything for May 4? How to celebrate Star Wars Day in the parks Show Caption Hide Caption May the Fourth be with you: Four ways to celebrate 'Star Wars' day "Star Wars" fans around the world know exactly what day it is. Scott L. Hall, USA TODAY It's a great day to be a Star Wars fan. Sunday is May the 4th, the unofficial Star Wars holiday that plays on the iconic movie line 'May the Force be with you.' There are all sorts of ways to celebrate close to home, including dressing up as favorite characters and binge watching 'Star Wars' films, but fans yearning for a galaxy far, far away can find one in California or Florida. Here's how fans can have their own Star Wars adventures on May the 4th and beyond at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Is there a Star Wars area at Disneyland? Yes. Disneyland Park is home to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, an immersive land with attractions, entertainment, dining, characters and various activities all themed to Star Wars. It opened in May 2019, several months ahead of the Galaxy's Edge at Disney World near Orlando. The setting in both is Batuu, which describes as 'once a thriving stop for traders and travelers before advancements in lightspeed technology. Now its lush forests and majestic mountain regions are known only to those who dare to venture this far into the Outer Rim.' Disneyland and Disney World also have a Star Tours – The Adventures Continue attraction, outside Galaxy's Edge. Does Disneyland do anything special for May the 4th? Disneyland is currently celebrating Season of the Force through May 11. The seasonal celebration features a new nighttime projection show called 'Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga,' new character interactions with Luke Skywalker, returning Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks, a Hyperspace Mountain overlay on Space Mountain, and limited-time food and merchandise offerings. Like other festivals throughout the year, Season of the Force is included with standard park admission. One-day, one-park tickets start at $103 a day for guests over age 9. Tickets for May the 4th cost $180. Disneyland is also hosting an after-hours event called Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite on select nights through May 6. The specially ticketed event, which is not included with standard admission, features character sightings, a lightsaber instructional, a galactic dance party, a Fans of the Force Costume Cavalcade, and shorter waits for popular rides. Event tickets start at $169 and May the 4th' is already sold out. The droids you're looking for: Disney announces new Star Wars experiences Is there anything Star Wars at Disney World? Yes. Guests can visit Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios. From May the 4th through the end of the month, they'll be able to order Star Wars-inspired treats throughout the park and at select locations in the Disney Springs shopping, dining and entertainment complex. Specially themed popcorn buckets, sipper cups and merchandise including limited-time lightsabers will also be available at Hollywood Studios. While there aren't any May the 4th events planned at the park this year, guests can still celebrate on their own. One-day, one-park tickets to Disney's Hollywood Studios start at $139 for guests over age 9. Tickets for May the 4th cost $174. What to do in Star War's Galaxy's Edge Guests will find many of the same experiences available at Star Wars: Galaxy Edge in Disneyland or Disney World. Here are some of the most popular ones. Ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, one of the most popular attractions at both resorts. Ride Millenium Falcon: Smuggler's Run and feel what it's like to fly the "fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy.' Keep an eye out for characters like Storm Troopers, Rey, and the Mandalorian and Grogu and talk to cast members, who are also in character. Try various challenges on the Star Wars: Datapad in the free Play Disney mobile app. Wander around, looking for Easter eggs and at all. The intricate details throughout the land. Grab a drink or bite at Oga's Cantina as droid DJ R-3X spins tunes. Reservations are typically required though walk-up lists are also available. Snack on a Ronto Wrap from Ronto Roasters.
