Mexico: Star Wars Day celebrated worldwide on May 4.

Mexico City, Mexico - May 02, 2025 The global fan community marked Star Wars Day on May 4, an annual celebration dedicated to the iconic film franchise created by George Lucas. The date was chosen due to a wordplay in English between the famous phrase “May the Force be with you” and “May the Fourth,” which sounds similar and was adopted by fans as a symbolic reference. The celebration takes place worldwide, both online and through public events, with fans organizing movie marathons, themed gatherings, costumes and promotional activities linked to the saga. The phenomenon, which began informally among fans and later gained recognition from entertainment companies, has become a major cultural event within global pop culture.