May the fourth be with you: Star Wars Day Celebrations in San Francisco and Denver
On May 4, 2026, fans across San Francisco and Denver will immerse themselves in a galaxy far, far away for Star Wars Day. Various themed events and screenings are planned to celebrate this beloved franchise.
In previous years, fans gathered primarily at home to watch their favorite Star Wars movies. However, this year marks a shift as local venues embrace the excitement with organized events.
Key events include:
- The San Francisco International Film Festival will feature a screening of Star Wars: Episode V — The Empire Strikes Back.
- The original Star Wars trilogy will be screened at the 4 Star Theater in San Francisco.
- A ‘Star Wars’ themed murder mystery dinner show is set for San Jose.
- The Cinch Saloon will host a vibrant ‘Death Star Drag Show’.
- Five Little Monkeys will hold a Lego craft event on May 3.
As excitement builds for these festivities, many fans are also gearing up for the release of the first new film since 2019—The Mandalorian and Grogu, which hits theaters on May 22, 2026. This anticipation adds an extra layer of joy to the celebrations.
“Holy Sith, you guys, Star Wars Day is upon us again,” said one enthusiastic fan. Many are likely psyching themselves up for a return to the big screen with this new release.
The ticket prices for these events vary widely. For instance:
- The San Francisco International Film Festival has tickets starting at $40.
- Tickets for the murder mystery dinner show are priced at $65.
- The Lego craft event costs just $5 for participants.
Local businesses are also getting involved by offering special Star Wars-themed merchandise. This includes everything from costumes to collectibles, ensuring that fans can take home a piece of their favorite universe.
This year’s celebrations highlight how much the Star Wars franchise continues to resonate with generations of fans. As one expert noted, “Whether or not this particular holiday will die off with the GenX folks that remember standing in lines back in 1977, 1980, and 1983 — will be a story told some decades in the future.”
