By Princess and Pixie Dust
Grab your lightsaber, dust off your Jedi robes, and set your hyperdrive coordinates for Anaheim — because May the 4th at Disneyland is shaping up to be the most galactic celebration of the year! Whether you’re a lifelong Star Wars devotee or a casual fan who just really loves a churro shaped like something cosmic, Disneyland Resort has packed Star Wars Day with magic from sunrise to long past midnight.
Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of May the 4th, 2026 at Disneyland — including the daytime fun, the dazzling Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite party, ticket info, costumes, and those Insta-worthy photo ops. Let’s go!
☀️ Daytime Magic at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Before the sun sets and the party begins, the daytime hours at Disneyland are bursting with Star Wars energy. Head straight to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Park, where Batuu comes alive with all the immersive details fans adore.
There truly is no better way to celebrate May the 4th than at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, drinking blue milk, eating galactic snacks, and having regular run-ins with Kylo Ren and stormtroopers makes for a perfect day.
Daytime must-dos include:
- 🚀 Pilot the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
- ⚔️ Battle the First Order on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
- 🥤 Sip a Blue or Green Milk at the Milk Stand
- 🛠️ Build your own lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop or a custom droid at the Droid Depot
- 🛍️ Shop the brand new May the 4th Logo Collection
launching May 4, 2026 at Disneyland Resort
Plus, on May 4 itself, keep an eye out for limited edition collectibles.
Launching May 4, 2026 at Disney Parks are five all new limited edition sets featuring a full size comic book, sculpted coin, and Star Wars action figure celebrating popular characters from Galaxy’s Edge like Chewbacca, DJ R 3X, and Dok Ondar.
Collectors, you know what to do!
🌌 Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite — The Main Event
Once daytime guests head home, Disneyland transforms into something truly out of this world.
Experience the ultimate Star Wars extravaganza packed with galactic fun, epic photo ops and specialty entertainment during Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite in Disneyland Park.
📅 2026 Star Wars Nite Dates
This separately ticketed event is offered on 4 nights — April 28, 30 and May 4, 6, 2026.
Of course, May the 4th is THE date every fan dreams of attending.
⏰ Party Hours & Mix-In Time
Star Wars Nite is a separately ticketed after hours event that takes place from 9 PM – 1 AM at Disneyland Park, with three mix-in hours before the party.
That means
your ticket includes admission to Disneyland Park as early as 6:00 PM — 3 hours before the party begins — and guests with a ticket do not need to make a theme park reservation to enter at 6:00 PM or later.
Six glorious hours of Star Wars magic? Yes, please.
🎟️ How to Purchase Tickets (and Why You Need to Move FAST)
Here’s the tea, friends: Star Wars Nite tickets sell out lightning fast — especially the May 4th date, which is historically the first to vanish.
May the 4th is usually the date that sells out the quickest, and given that there are fewer party nights in 2026, the event is anticipated to sell out fairly quickly.
🔑 Magic Key Holders Get Early Access!
Here’s where having a Magic Key really pays off. For 2026, the ticket sale rollout was:
Tickets went on sale Tuesday February 3 at 9:00 AM Pacific Time for Inspire Magic Key Holders, Wednesday February 4 at 9:00 AM for all Magic Key Holders, and Thursday February 5 at 9:00 AM for everyone.
For Disneyland After Dark events, Disney typically does a pre-sale for Inspire Key holders with a select number of tickets, followed by a day where all Magic Key holders can purchase from a select number of tickets. Then, on the third day, tickets go on sale to the general public.
💰 Pricing & Availability Update
April 30, May 4, and May 6 are sold out, but tickets are available for April 28, with prices starting at $174 per guest (ages 3 and up).
If May the 4th itself is no longer an option, April 28 is your next best bet to experience the magic.
To purchase (when available), head to the official DISNEYLAND Star Wars Nite event page and be ready in the virtual waiting room well before 9 AM PT. Pro tip:
the waiting room to purchase opens at approximately 8:45 a.m. PT.
🎭 Costumes — Bring Out Your Inner Jedi (or Sith!)
This is the night you’ve been waiting for to wear that costume you’ve been perfecting.
Costumes are allowed, and even encouraged, for Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite. This is one of the best nights for costumes as attendees show up as Jedi, Sith, and other characters from Star Wars. Be sure to check out the official costume guidelines for children and adults who wish to dress up!
Want to join the fun on a bigger stage? Don’t miss the Fans of the Force Costume Cavalcade —
dress as your favorite Star Wars character and participate in a sensational celebration on Main Street, U.S.A.
Princess vibes welcome — Padmé, Leia, Rey, and Ahsoka cosplays always steal the show!
📸 Photo Ops You Cannot Miss
This is where Star Wars Nite truly shines for those of us who live for the perfect Disney pic. The exclusive photo ops include:
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Pose on a Speeder Bike, flying through the forest of Endor
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Show your allegiance to either the light or dark side of the Force, in front of iconic emblems
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Take a seat in one of the most infamous thrones to see if you have what it takes to rule the galaxy
And the park itself becomes a photographer’s dream.
The park is lit up in Star Wars decor with special projections on Main Street, U.S.A., Sleeping Beauty Castle and the façade of “it’s a small world.” New for 2026, look for projections on the façade of Space Mountain!
The best part?
Disney PhotoPass photographers will be on hand at photo locations to take pictures, and digital downloads of the pictures taken during the event are included with the price of admission.
Snap away without worrying about a thing!
🎶 Entertainment Highlights
The party’s lineup is packed with unique experiences you won’t find on a regular park day:
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Lightsaber Instructional — Attend a demonstration of lightsaber skills and learn how to wield a lightsaber from elite instructors
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March of the First Order Featuring Captain Phasma — The First Order is searching for a Resistance spy in Tomorrowland — and any opposition will not be taken lightly
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Figrin D’an and the Modal Nodes (Cantina Band) — The famous cantina band will make special appearances on the Rivers of America, playing their most iconic piece of music
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A Lightsaber Summoning — Bring your lightsaber and participate in a powerful show of unity!
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Fond Farewell — Bid a fond farewell to Mickey and Minnie Mouse — dressed in costumes inspired by their favorite droids
🍴 Galactic Eats & Sips
Foodies, you’re in for a treat.
Try galactic treats like the Sour Blue Raspberry Churro and taste the Porg Belly Sandwich, only at Star Wars Nite.
Many items can be ordered through the Disneyland app for easy pickup so you can spend more time enjoying the party.
🎁 Event Keepsakes
Every Star Wars Nite guest takes home memories and swag.
Event keepsakes for attendees include a commemorative credential and guide map, as well as unlimited downloads of Disney PhotoPass digital photos taken during the party.
⚠️ One Important Note for 2026
Sad but true, sparkle squad — this may be your last chance ever.
In 2026, Disneyland announced that the Star Wars After Dark event would come to a close, making this year’s final Star Wars Nite a highly anticipated experience. The Star Wars After Dark event has been an ongoing favorite for fans who wanted an immersive Star Wars experience in the park.
If you’ve been on the fence, this is your sign to go.
💫 Princess and Pixie Dust’s Final Tips
- Set calendar reminders for ticket sale dates the moment Disney announces them.
- Get a Magic Key if you want a real shot at scoring coveted dates like May 4th.
- Plan your costume early and review official costume guidelines.
- Download the Disneyland app before you go — guide maps drop a few days in advance.
- Hydrate, snack, and pace yourself — 6 PM to 1 AM is a long, magical haul!
May the Force (and a generous sprinkle of pixie dust) be with you on May the 4th. Whether you’re hopping over to Galaxy’s Edge by day or dancing under projection-lit castles by night, this Star Wars Day is one for the memory holocron. ✨
Stay magical, friends — and don’t forget to tag us in your costume pics! 💖
