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In a galaxy not so far away, the City of Carrollton will celebrate a free themed event Saturday, May 4 from 5-8 p.m. on the Historic Downtown Carrollton Square (1106 S. Broadway Street).Bring your lightsabers and come in costume to enjoy space-themed adventures, gaming experiences, photo opportunities, crafts, and laser tag. Stick around at sunset for a free showing of the movie The Force Awakens (2015), PG-13. Carrollton’s “May the 4th Be With You” is sure to satisfy everyone from the casual observer to superfans of the franchise.
Feel the Force and test your skills in an interactive laser tag game. Try out the mobile gaming trailer outfitted with a Sony PlayStation® PS4™ & PS5™, Microsoft Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch controllers connected to LED TVs. To continue the gaming fun, ask Parks and Recreation staff about the City’s Esports Center at Crosby Recreation Center (1610 E. Crosby Road), or visit cityofcarrollton.com/athletics and click the Esports button.
Take pics in a 360° photo booth, strike a memorable pose at other photo opportunities around the Square, and be sure to stay for the costume contest at 7:30 p.m. Prizes for the contest will be awarded for Best Overall, Best Group, and Most Creative. Members from the 501st Legion, a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans, will also be present at the event to pose with attendees.
Kids and the young at heart will be able to enjoy making a themed craft. Carrollton’s “May the 4th Be With You” event has something for everyone. Saving the galaxy yet again from the evil empire can really work up an appetite, so come early to pick up snacks or dinner from one of the many delicious Downtown restaurants.
Stop at the Carrollton Public Library’s booth before the night ends to play games for a prize. Take home information on the Library’s Summer Reading Challenge which runs from Thursday, June 1 through Tuesday, August 1.
A Sensory Friendly Break Area will be available at the event to offer a quiet space for children and adults with autism or other special needs to relax and take a break from the noise and the crowd. Break areas include relaxing activities such as coloring, sensory items, noise-cancelling headphones, and bean bag chairs.
Carrollton’s “May the 4th Be With You” event will be held rain or shine.
For more information, visit cityofcarrollton.com/downtown.
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1106 S Broadway St, Carrollton, TX 75006, United States