© Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All Rights Reserved

Every few years, something legendary comes to Orlando. Bands play in arenas, actors arrive for Q&As. This year, however, get out the light saber for Star Wars Celebration V.

Expected to bring in more than 35,000 attendees from around the world, Star Wars Celebration V is the biggest official Star Wars convention. Started in 1999, this Lucasfilm Ltd event is held every few years, and this year, for the fifth installment, it’s coming to Orlando. Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, as well as the ongoing success of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, it will be a star-studded, action-packed weekend.

From August 12-15, guests can engage in a number of different events, including art shows, film screenings, LEGO interactive building workshops, laser tag, trivia, behind-the-scenes chats, costume contests, jedi training and more. An exhibitors display will let guests buy hard-to-find souvenirs. There will also be a Star Wars chapel, where guests can actually get married – under the “light side” or “dark side.” Another unique opportunity offered is the ability to become part of the saga by contributing memories to the Lucasfilm’s video archive.

Screen actors will be live, taking questions and signing autographs. Notable names include Luke and Lei themselves, Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher.

It’s all topped off with the main event: a live one-hour Q&A with creator George Lucas, hosted by The Daily Show’s John Stewart.

© Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All Rights Reserved

Star Wars Celebration V is a wonderful opportunity for friends and family to come together and share their love of the saga.

The event will be held August 12-15 at the Orange County Convention Center

Tickets are:
Adult four-day pass: $128
Adult Thursday, Friday or Sunday pass: $48
Adult Saturday pass: $54
Kid four-day pass: $54
Kid one-day pass: $27

For more information, visit www.starwarscelebration.com. And may the force be with you.