The force is strong in Atlanta.
Leading up to the December 18 premiere of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", Atlanta businesses are hosting a series of events to celebrate the cross-generational phenomenon and unite fans (both Jedi and Sith) for a few geeky excursions. View our listing below for details and check back soon for more updates.
Friday, December 11
Markster Con is hosting two back-to-back Star Wars events this weekend, beginning with the Atlanta Bar Wars on Friday night. The 4th annual pub crawl invites fans to bring along your lightsabers, raise your geek flag high and take on 5 pubs in Virginia Highland for a night of galactic geekiness. Read more
Saturday, December 12
Markster Con's 5th annual Bash of the Empire at the Masquerade will include live performances, lasers and lighting by Dragon Fire Events and a midnight Star Wars costume contest where the winner leaves with a $300 cash prize. Both Markster events offer a chance to win either a life-sized Han Solo in carbonite or a trip for two to the Bahamas on the ConVoluted CON CRUISE.
Saturday, December 12
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Atlanta is offering some Imperial fun for the whole family this weekend with build activities for all ages. Events include build competitions, a LEGO® Star Wars themed Master Builder Academy and a themed MINILAND Scavenger Hunt.
Wednesday, December 16
Enjoy an evening of Star Wars-themed entertainment with a performance show at the Highland Inn Ballroom Lounge. The show will feature original music, writing and comedy all dedicated to Star Wars. More info here.
Force Frenzy at the Hawks vs. 76ers game
Wednesday, December 16
The Hawks are inviting fans to come dressed as their favorite Star Wars characters when the team plays the Phladelphia 76ers at the Philips Arena next Wednesday. Fans will enjoy an evening dedicated to the film series and will be treated to an extended movie trailer, giveaways and more. Click here for more information and be sure to read the costume guidelines before you go.
Star Wars party at Joystick Gamebar
Wednesday, December 16
You can find the droids you're looking for at Joystick Gamebar in Edgewood. The party kicks off at 8 p.m. and includes a raffle contest for yet another chance at a Han Solo in carbonite and a costume contest where the winner gets two weekend passes to the Wizard World Atlanta Gaming Convention. Details here.
Thursday, Decemebr 17
Atlantic Station has teamed up with local Star Wars group StarWars@DragonCon to host Star Wars Skate Night. Show up in your Star Wars costume to get $2 off your Atlantic Station SKATE ticket. There will also be Star Wars tunes, treats, crafts and Darth Vader himself.
Star Wars Party at Battle & Brew
Thursday, December 17
For the ultimate Star Wars fans, Battle & Brew has your chance to see "The Force Awakens" before anyone else. The geek bar is hosting a pre-premiere party and giving away tickets for an early screening via Rock 100.5. Everyone who wins a pre-premiere ticket at the party will be able to take a complimentary shuttle from B&B to the theater. More info here.
Star Wars Marathon event in Atlantic Station
Thursday, December 17
There's only one theater in Atlanta participating in a special nationwide Star Wars Marathon Event. Regal Atlantic Station is hosting the "ultimate fan experience" where guests will be able to watch all six of the previously-released movies before a 3-D screening of the newest film.
Friday, December 18
Go from galactic to ga-'laugh'-tic when Highwire's Comedy Co. hosts "The Farce Awakens" at the Highland Inn Ballroom Lounge next Friday. The entertainment will include a live music performance by Refuse the Rat and Garbagebag, improv acts and a music video premiere. Click here for more details.
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