Sunday, May 3, 2026
Celebrate Star Wars Day with a galaxy of themed activities, character encounters, and a special film screening at the Academy Museum.
Snap photos with fan-built R2-D2 and BB-8 droids, get creative with hands-on crafting workshops, and join a playful “save the galaxy” cosplay experience featuring Grogu. Throughout the day, families can make Star Wars–inspired buttons, origami, and porg puppets while learning about environmental conservation in a fun, interactive way.
The celebration wraps with a special screening of *Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back*.
Event highlights:
- R2-D2 & BB-8 meet and greets
- Star Wars-themed crafts & workshops
- Cosplay science experience with Grogu
- Hands-on activities like origami & button making
- Evening screening of The Empire Strikes Back
Admission required. Standby tickets may be available for select experiences.
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