When is Star Wars Day?

Upcoming dates

• 2027Tue, May 4
• 2028Thu, May 4
• 2029Fri, May 4
• 2030Sat, May 4

When is Star Wars Day?

Star Wars Day always falls on May 4, a fixed calendar date, so the weekday changes from year to year. The choice of date is a wordplay rather than an anniversary of the films.

It is not a public holiday, so offices, schools, and businesses stay open. It is a fan celebration rather than an official day off, though it has become widely recognized.

Where the date comes from

The day is built on the pun 'May the Fourth be with you,' echoing the well-known Star Wars line 'May the Force be with you.' Fans embraced the wordplay, and the date gradually became the accepted day to celebrate the franchise.

Star Wars itself began with the release of the first film in 1977, created by George Lucas, and grew into one of the most popular franchises in the world. The May 4 observance grew from the ground up among fans rather than being created by a studio.

How Star Wars Day is celebrated

Fans mark the day by rewatching the films, wearing costumes, sharing the famous catchphrase, and attending themed events. Shops, media outlets, and the franchise's official channels often join in with special content and promotions.

Over time the celebration has become a large annual event for the fan community, embraced by the companies behind Star Wars. Some fans jokingly extend the fun to May 5, playing on 'Revenge of the Fifth,' a nod to the film Revenge of the Sith.

Frequently asked questions

When is Star Wars Day?

Star Wars Day is on May 4, 2027.

What day of the week is Star Wars Day?

This year, Star Wars Day falls on a Tuesday.

How many days until Star Wars Day?

242 days.