May the 4th Be With You Around Greater Lansing | Greater Lansing Area Moms

Greater Lansing Area Moms has searched high and low and to galaxies far far away for Star Wars FUN!  Whether you are a Star Wars Fan or not, on May 4th there is no shortage of activities, events, even a concert, and more – day or night.  There is truly something for everyone! 

Enjoy May the 4th Be With You Day, wherever the force may lead you.

If you spot any May 4th events, launch them our way to [email protected] and we will add to this ever-growing list of Star Wars-inspired events! 

Greater Lansing area May 4th FUN - tap HERE

Leading up to  May 4th

Star Wars Lego Buy Back, Bricks & Minifigs Lansing – As Bricks & Minifigs prepares for May 4th this year, they are looking for your treasures! Star Wars buy-back bonus days for the next few weeks in preparation for this awesome weekend of events, promotions, and LEGO Star Wars Specials!! Bring in your LEGO SW between now and April 28th and you can pick your bonus.

Saturday, May 4th

May the 4th Be with You! CADL Haslett – These are the activities you’re looking for. Play games and make crafts themed around the Star Wars universe. Enjoy this, you will.

Stars Wars Crafternoon CADL Downtown Lansing – Celebrate Star Wars Day at the library with crafts for all ages while we listen to music from Star Wars. Materials provided, while supplies last.  Play a Star Wars Ewok adventure game, 2-4 pm. 501st Infantry will also be visiting in Star Wars costumes for photos and fun.

May The 4th Be With You Howell Nature Center – In a galaxy far far away fans of all ages can join us for a Star Wars celebration! Come in your best costume. Fashion your own lightsaber and go through Jedi training. Find Ewoks and Droids in the Wildlife Park. Finish the night off zip-lining through the galaxy! 

May The 4th Be With You: The Music of The Stars by Lansing Symphony at The Wharton Center – May the Force be with you as your Lansing Symphony explores the iconic musical galaxy of Star Wars. Experience some of the most thrilling music ever written for movies. Immerse yourself in the soundtrack of your favorite Star Wars moments, with themes that capture the essence of beloved characters and the thrill of edge-of-your-seat excitement!

May The 4th Star Wars Skate EDRU – Prepare for an intergalactic journey at our May the 4th Skate! May the force propel your skates as we roll through the cosmos of excitement! Two events! Each filled with a costume contest and lots of fun! 

May The 4th Be With You – Felted Baby Yoda Finding Roots – Learn the art of felting. In this workshop, you will be taught the basics of felting while creating this baby Yoda. No experience necessary and all supplies included! 

May The 4th Be With You Launch Lansing – A long time ago, in a galaxy far away…. Launch Lansing presents our first ever, May the 4th Be With You Event.  Have a Star Wars fan in your life? Join us for this family-friendly event on May 4th. Dress in your best Star Wars costume for the opportunity to win prizes!

May The 4th: Star Wars Pottery Painting Party The Ceramic Studio… – A galactic empire painting party.   Star Wars pottery is limited, pre registration is suggested. 

May The 4th Be With You Choice Farm Market – Do you have any young Padawans in your house who are ready to save the galaxy? For $10 per child, your Padawan will create their very own lightsaber and enjoy some delicious R2D2 waffles! This event is fun for the whole family! 

Watch Star Wars at Eaton Rapids Area District Library – Watch “Star Wars IV” in the Library with snacks and beverages! Intended for those in grades 4-12. No library card or registration is needed.

Green Alien 12″ Wood Cut Out | Cookies and Canvas  Wine and Canvas – Plan to create with step-by-step instructions on how to recreate this beautiful painting while you sip on your favorite beverage, in a relaxed and fun, artsy environment.  Open to all ages!

All descriptions were from individual Facebook events and websites of each May 4th activity.  For more information and to register, visit links above.   

Special thank you to Bricks & Minifigs Lansing for sharing the photo above!

And if you are a Star Wars fan, you will want to keep an eye out for the Star Wars house at 913 Touraine in East Lansing.

“Judge me by my size, do you?” — Yoda

This was from over a decade ago when this guy was ALL IN when it came to Star Wars… especially Yoda!

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