May the Fourth Be With You:
May the 4th is day Star Wars fans proclaim their affection for the franchise they love. In addition to being a way to declare their undying fandom for all things, Star Wars – the day is also a beehive of activity for Star Wars Themed events, celebrations, discounts, and more.
Here are a few of the May The 4th Events Planned around the globe:
Star Wars Day: London at Lock 17: The event planners note: “There is no better way to spend that last hungover day of your Bank Holiday Monday than with us at our free Star Wars movie marathon followed by a Star Wars themed quiz night!”
Rebel, Jedi, Princess, Queen: Star Wars And The Power Of Costume at the Seattle Emp Museum. What better place to visit on the 4th of May than this Star Wars exhibit that showcases 60 hand-made costumes from six Star Wars films. There will be a celebration on the 4th when the museum “presents a day of family-friendly daytime activities and fun in conjunction with this exhibit.”
May The Fourth | Star Wars Party at the Geek Bar Beta in Chicago, IL: How can you go wrong here? A party in a Chicago bar hosted by two brewing companies featuring “beers practically brewed by Midichlorians.” Two light sabers will be given away and the proprietors ask that you come in costume. And the name of the bar is Geek Bar Beta!
Good Morning America “Secret” casting call for May the 4th, Times Square, New York. GMA has put out an open casting call for all Star Wars fans to Dress as their character of choice and show up at ABC Studio at 1500 Broadway between 44th Street and Broadway by 7:00 AM. It’s a secret so make sure to tell everyone!
I could go on, and on, and on but I won’t because this is a global celebration and I got blisters on my fingers! Ok – that’s not true – no blisters on me fingers – just always wanted to work in that Ringo Starr line somewhere! No matter what corner of the globe you hail from, there is a good chance that a May the 4th Day celebration is nearby.
Need more info on Star Wars’ Parties? An excellent resource for this is FaceBook events. Take a look at the Star Wars Day – May the 4th (be with you) community where many May the Fourth events are posted by fans around the globe.
I felt a great disturbance in the Force, as if millions of voices suddenly cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced. I fear something terrible has happened. ~Obi-Wan
Don’t let that happen to you. To the internets and find a celebration that lets you get your geek on this most holiest of days.
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