A year-long global celebration is coming for the 50th anniversary of STAR WARS beginning in 2027. Starting in January, the milestone year will feature theatrical rereleases, new streaming and film debuts, live orchestral concerts, museum exhibitions, and plenty of consumer product collaborations.

Here’s a look at the latest info you need to know about the STAR WARS 50th Anniversary celebration.

What to Expect

The year-long celebration honors five decades of storytelling with a special 50th anniversary logo featuring a newly orchestrated score by John Williams, alongside reimagined Disney Parks and Cruise Line offerings and cross-generational brand collaborations.

While some components were already previously announced to be happening, there’s also several new announcements here plus more to come.

In Theatrs & Streaming

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    AHSOKA (Season 2): Premiering exclusively on Disney+ on January 20, 2027, the second season once again stars Rosario Dawson in the titular role as Ahsoka Tano confronts what it means to be a Jedi, while the galaxy faces a formidable opponent in Grand Admiral Thrawn.

  • STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977): A restored version of the original 1977 film returns to theaters globally on February 19, 2027, in IMAX 70mm, Digital IMAX, Digital Cinema, 70mm, 35mm, 4DX, D-BOX, and other motion theaters, accompanied by new key art by Matt Ferguson.
  • THE HERO AWAKENS: Debuting on Disney+ on May 4, 2027, this documentary from filmmaker R.J. Cutler details the making of STAR WARS using exclusive archival footage and audio captured around the film’s 1977 production.
  • STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER: Directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, this standalone theatrical adventure arrives in theaters worldwide on May 28, 2027, in formats including IMAX 70mm. When a cynical rogue is confronted by his mysterious past, he is hurled into a dangerous adventure across the galaxy that puts him on a crash course with destiny.

Events & Experiences

  • STAR WARS: THE EXPERIENCE: Opening February 13, 2027, at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, this traveling behind-the-scenes exhibition is the only official exhibition during the anniversary year. Timed and dated tickets are on sale now via http://www.fi.edu.
  • Cosm Shared Reality STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE experience: Debuting in March 2027 at Cosm’s 12K+ LED Dome venues in Atlanta, Dallas, Detroit, and Los Angeles, this experience presents the 2019 Disney+ edition of the film with themed environments, bespoke food and beverage offerings, and an exclusive poster by Shepard Fairey’s Studio Number One.
  • Star Wars Celebration: Taking place April 1–4, 2027, at the Los Angeles Convention Center, this sold-out fan event features panels, hundreds of exhibitors, exclusive merchandise, and special guests.
  • Star Wars in Concert: The Skywalker Saga: Running April 2–3, 2027, at the Hollywood Bowl and hosted by Anthony Daniels, this live orchestral event pairs scenes and John Williams’ scores from all nine Skywalker Saga films.

Disney Consumer Products & Collaborations

  • Hasbro: A new assortment of products from the Star Wars: Black Series, Star Wars Vintage Collection, and Star Wars Retro lines—all inspired by the 1977 film—opens for preorder on November 13, 2026, on hasbro.com and select retailers.
  • The LEGO Group: A seven-piece LEGO Star Wars collection featuring artwork, vehicles, helmets, display models, collectible poster tiles, and exclusive minifigures inspired by Ralph McQuarrie concept art launches January 1, 2027, via LEGO.com/Star-Wars and LEGO Stores worldwide.
  • Aston Martin: The ultra-luxury British automotive manufacturer is collaborating with Disney Consumer Products and Lucasfilm for the year-long anniversary celebration. The partnership will pair British ultra-luxury craftsmanship with cinematic heritage through a series of exclusive activations and product collaborations throughout the landmark year.
  • Additional Collaborations: Unexpected and legacy collaborations spanning collectibles, toys, apparel, automotive, food and beverage, electronics and more including year-round anniversary collections and activations are planned with adidas, Steinway, and Hajime Sorayama presented by Complex, with updates available at StarWars.com.

See it for Yourself

The Star Wars 50th Anniversary Celebration kicks off across streaming, theaters, and retail starting January 1, 2027, with select product offers beginning as early as November 13, 2026.

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