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Star Wars Day 2024: 4 'May the Fourth' things to do with kids in Albuquerque

Bookworms come out in force, kick off Summer Reading Program

Cheryl Mugleston, second from the left, the children's librarian at Lomas Tramway Library, poses for a picture with representatives from the 501st Dewback Ridge Garrison and The Rebel Legion during the library's 2023 Summer Reading Program. The reading programs runs through July 29 and readers of all ages can particiapte and win prizes for reading. 908 Eastridge NE June 3, 2023. (Elizabeth Tucker/Albuquerque Journal)

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You can celebrate “Star Wars” Day at these four family-friendly events happening May 4 in Albuquerque.

To compile this list, I sorted through pages of events on Facebook and the Public Library's events list in search of a variety of low-cost and free events.

“Star Wars” Day at the Library

Test your “Star Wars” knowledge at this trivia contest. Register in teams of up to four players no later than May 2 to participate. Costumes are encouraged. The event is recommended for ages 13 and up.

LOCATION: Central & Unser Public Library, 8081 Central NW, 505-768-4320

HOURS: 2-5 p.m. May 4

COST: Free

“Star Wars” Week: Teen Craft

Participants can build their own lightsaber and learn circuitry. All materials will be provided.

LOCATION: Cherry Hills Public Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 505-857-8321

HOURS: 4-5:30 p.m. May 4

COST: Free, but registration is required, register online.

“Return of the Jedi” showing at Guild Cinema

Advance ticket purchases enter attendees into a drawing for door prizes. Costumes are strongly encouraged and the 501st Dewback Ridge Garrison will be making an appearance.

LOCATION: 3405 Central NE, 505-255-1848

HOURS: May 4

3 p.m. showing

6 p.m. showing

9:30 p.m. showing

COST: $12, tickets can be purchased online.

May the fourth be with you; A showcase of “Star Wars” art

This “Star Wars” art showcase will benefit Make-A-Wish foundation. Dress up as your favorite “Star Wars” character and meet members 501st Dewback Ridge Garrison. Some displayed art will be available for purchase, a portion of which will go to support the Make-A-Wish foundation. There will also be a food truck and face painting available for children.

LOCATION: Black Wall Gallery Boutique and Event Space, 2125 San Mateo NE, 505-595-4366

HOURS: 6-9 p.m.

COST: Free

501st Dewback Ridge Garrison

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Avery Curley, poses for a picture with Aliyah, 5, and Kayjin, 8, and members of the 501st Dewback Ridge Garrison "Star Wars" group at the New Mexico State Fair hosted at Expo New Mexico in Albuquerque Sept. 9, 2023 (Elizabeth Tucker / Albuquerque Journal)
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Imperial Death Trooper, TX47555 of the 501st Dewback Ridge Garrison "Star Wars" group poses for a picture at the New Mexico State Fair hosted at Expo New Mexico in Albuquerque Sept. 9, 2023 (Elizabeth Tucker / Albuquerque Journal)
Chris Kelly of the 501st Dewback Ridge Garrison poses with "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" at Lomas Tramway Library during the library's 2023 Summer Reading Program kick-off event. The reading programs runs through July 29 and readers of all ages can particiapte and win prizes for reading. 908 Eastridge NE June 3, 2023. (Elizabeth Tucker/Albuquerque Journal)
Bookworms come out in force, kick off Summer Reading Program
Cheryl Mugleston, second from the left, the children's librarian at Lomas Tramway Library, poses for a picture with representatives from the 501st Dewback Ridge Garrison and The Rebel Legion during the library's 2023 Summer Reading Program. The reading programs runs through July 29 and readers of all ages can particiapte and win prizes for reading. 908 Eastridge NE June 3, 2023. (Elizabeth Tucker/Albuquerque Journal)
A jedi from the The Rebel Legion hands stickers to Jessie Skousen, 2, and his sister Sophie, 4, at Lomas Tramway Library during the library's 2023 Summer Reading Program kick-off event. The reading programs runs through July 29 and readers of all ages can particiapte and win prizes for reading. 908 Eastridge NE June 3, 2023. (Elizabeth Tucker/Albuquerque Journal)
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