Star Wars Day

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2023 Date	May 4, 2023
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Star Wars Day in 2023

Thursday, May 4

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Star Wars Day seeks to celebrate all things Star Wars. Star Wars is a sci-fi space media franchise created by George Lucas. The original film, Star Wars (retitled Episode IV: A New Hope), was shown in 1977. The original book, Star Wars: From the Adventures of Luke Skywalker, was first published in 1976. Since then, the Star Wars franchise has become the 5th highest-grossing media franchise of all time according to titlemax.com. This day offers fans a chance to embrace the films, the books, and everything else related to Star Wars. Fans typically dress up as their favorite characters and there are special deals on movies, games, and books.

Star Wars Day has been celebrated since the creation of Facebook groups back in 2008. It was officially recognized by Lucasfilm and Disney in 2013. It is observed annually on May 4th, a date chosen for the pun, May the 4th (force) be with you.

Top Tweets for Star Wars Day -

Updated 05:03

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— DA VINKI (@VorosTwins) May 4, 2023

Good morning and Happy Star Wars Day! I know I said I would never show my body on Twitter, but for a treat, I shelled out money for the gold bikini in tribute to the wonderful Carrie Fisher. It's not very comfortable and it rides up a bit. I wonder if I can get a refund. https://t.co/q9R2DykVat
— Sophie Penhaligon (@sophpen) May 4, 2023

Facts about Star Wars Day

According to the South China Morning Post, the Star Wars Saga franchise is worth more than $70 billion in 2022.
$11 million were spent on the production of the first Star Wars movie, which generated $775.4 million in revenue.

In the News and Trending in Canada for Star Wars Day

Updated 05:03 Star Wars Day: Aviation Museum holding special events

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Carrie Fisher's Hollywood Walk of Fame star unveiled on Star Wars Day : NPR

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Today is May the 4th be with you day. From the original 3, what is your favourite Star Wars film?

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Here are the Best iOS Apps to Celebrate Star Wars Day • iPhone in Canada Blog

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Top things to do in Canada for Star Wars Day

Binge watch the Star War movies.
Dress up as a Star Wars character. Challenge your friends to do it too.
Check out the Star Wars exhibit today at the Telus World of Science in Edmonton, Alberta.
Take a trip to the Star Wars Experience at the Ontario Science Centre, located in Toronto.