May the 4th be with you

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Celebrate Star Wars Day Like a Jedi Master: May the 4th Be With You

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Get ready for an intergalactic celebration with exclusive cocktails, Jedi-inspired moments, and the surprising origin of Star Wars Day. Dive into the stellar fandom and discover George Lucas's upcoming prestigious award at Cannes Film Festival in 2024!

Star Wars fans across the galaxy are gearing up to celebrate May the 4th, known as Star Wars Day. From exclusive cocktail events like the one at Star Bar in Austin to local gatherings inspired by the iconic movie series, the spirit of the Light and Dark Side is in the air. But why do fans celebrate on May 4th? The surprising origin of Star Wars Day traces back to a playful pun on the phrase 'May the Force Be With You.' As you sip on your themed cocktails and reminisce about epic battles, remember that this unofficial holiday has grown into a global phenomenon.

Join the celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Return of the Jedi with Star Wars merchandise galore. Pop culture enthusiasts can get their hands on limited-edition items featuring iconic characters like Luke Skywalker. As you immerse yourself in the fandom, keep an eye out for exciting news about George Lucas receiving the prestigious Palme d'Or award at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival on May 25th. It's a monumental recognition for the visionary behind the beloved franchise.

In a galaxy not so far away, fans from KwaZulu-Natal to San Antonio are uniting in a galactic celebration of all things Star Wars. Whether you're attending intergalactic-themed events at the Rochester Museum and Science Center or reminiscing about past Star Wars Nights at Spurs games, the Force is strong with fans worldwide. Dive into the world of droids, lightsabers, and epic battles as homage is paid to the enduring legacy of the Star Wars universe.

As you prepare to embark on your Star Wars Day adventures, remember that the galaxy is full of surprises. Whether it's a local fan gathering or an award ceremony for the creator himself, May the 4th Be With You in all your intergalactic endeavors!

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May the 4th Be With You at Star Bar - 365 Things Austin (365thingsaustin.com)

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'May the 4th be with you,' sentients of the Sault (SooToday)

Today is 'Star Wars Day' around the world. To mark the occasion, SooToday looks back at some local moments inspired by a galaxy far, far away.

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What is Star Wars Day? Surprising origin of 'May the Fourth be with ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Most Star Wars fans like to acknowledge May 4, but why? Today is known as Star Wars Day around the world, and you may even hear people say 'May the Fourth ...

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May The 4th Be With You: Star Wars Merch Round-up (CGMagazine)

Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Return of the Jedi with the most stellar fandom of all! While the Battle of Endor rages below, Pop! Luke Skywalker and Pop!

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Star Wars Day celebrates 47-year-old film on May the 4th (Houston Chronicle)

With fans thinking May the 4th sounded close to "May the force ..." the unofficial holiday grew allowing moviegoers to celebrate the popular movie.

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'May the 4th be with you': A galactic celebration among SA 'Star ... (Maritzburg Sun)

KwaZulu-Natal also has its own bundle of fans who follow Star Wars with vigour and passion.

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'May the 4th be with you': Everything you need to know about Star ... (The Express Tribune)

In exciting news, George Lucas will receive the prestigious Palme d'Or award at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival on May 25th. The award ...

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May the 4th be with you- an homage to the Spurs Star Wars Nights (Pounding The Rock)

An old Jedi and his daughter began attending these games as it combined their favorite team and their favorite intergalactic warfare movie series. After moving ...

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'May the 4th be with you': RMSC celebrates Star Wars (WHEC)

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Museum and Science Center is celebrating all things Star Wars on Saturday. They're calling it an “intergalactic celebration” ...

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May the 4th Be with You, Hacksters! (Hackster.io)

In honor of nerds everywhere, we've compiled a list of the top Star Wars-related projects that range from droids to fun lightsaber effects.

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'May the 4th be with you': How World War II influenced 'Star Wars' (Military Times)

One does not have to stray far to glean that the galaxy of “Star Wars” is rife with WWII-based allegories.

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Erica Rogers: 'May the 4th be with you' (Grand Island Independent)

The Grand Island Public Library's Erica Rogers isn't the only “Star Wars” fan in her family. Pictured with Rogers (right) is her mom, Diane, and dad, John, in ...

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May the 4th be with you: Chemistry of Star Wars revealed (Earth.com)

Professor Baker explores how real-world chemistry elements like sodium and nitrogen mirror technologies in Star Wars.

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May the 4th be with you: Star Wars themed events around Baton ... (WBRZ)

BATON ROUGE - Several events are happening around the Capital area to celebrate May 4th, the day Star Wars fans celebrate the film franchise's legacy.

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May the 4th be with you for the 4th annual Star Wars Day (WMBB - mypanhandle.com)

BAY COUNTY, FL. (WMBB) – In a galaxy, not too far away, Downtown Panama City celebrated everything Star Wars earlier Saturday. May 4th has been designated ...

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May the 4th be with you to bring more sunshine to the galaxy (Turn to 10)

It's May the 4! The unofficial holiday for Star Wars fans and Mother Nature is playing along as a fair amount of sunshine is in the forecast today!

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Elmhurst couple has Star Wars-themed wedding to celebrate May ... (WLS-TV)

The groom, Chris Vana, said it had always been a dream of his to have a Star Wars-themed wedding. The bride, Sarah Vana, wore a black space-inspired dress while ...

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'May the 4th be with you' in Texarkana, USA (KTBS)

Young Jedis, aged six to twelve, get parent-free (fully supervised) fun, and parents get kid-free, unsupervised fun. The events include a Jedi training course, ...

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