Star Wars Celebration V: August 12-15, 2010. Orlando, FL

[IrishJedi]

Officially announced today.

Tickets on sale 12/10 at https://www.starwarscelebration.com/ $120 for 4-Day pass:

Commemorating the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back and the ongoing, weekly adventures of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Lucasfilm Ltd. and Reed Exhibitions' PopGroup will partner to produce what's expected to be one of the largest official Star Wars fan events ever -- featuring cast and crew celebrities, fan-run events, costumes, music, live entertainment, screenings, autographs, collectibles, panels and sneak peaks into the future of Star Wars.

Star Wars Celebration V will take place August 12-15, 2010, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. A website, www.starwarscelebration.com, is dedicated exclusively to the event, and tickets to Star Wars Celebration V will be available for purchase online starting Thursday, December 10th. As always, Celebration will bring together the best of the Star Wars universe in one exciting, dynamic event!

Lucasfilm Ltd launched Star Wars Celebrations in 1999. Since then, the official Star Wars "parties" have become mega events, attracting tens of thousands of loyal and devoted fans and families. To date, there have been four Star Wars Celebrations in America, as well as a Star Wars Celebration Europe (2007) and Star Wars Celebration Japan (2008). Star Wars Celebration V will be the first Star Wars Celebration produced jointly with Reed PopGroup, which is responsible for the successful New York Comic Con, the new Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2) and more.

"We're going to have a blast commemorating the 30th anniversary of fan-favorite The Empire Strikes Back as we welcome an entire new generation of fans watching our animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars," said Steve Sansweet, Lucasfilm's head of Fan Relations. "There's no doubt that Star Wars Celebration V in Orlando will be the 'must attend' event for Star Wars fans of all ages and from all parts of the galaxy," he added. "We're also very excited to launch our partnership with Reed PopGroup, which has shown great expertise in running large, fun-filled events that satisfy fans, show participants, and exhibitors. We're expecting the biggest and best Celebration to date."

"This is an enormously exciting undertaking and a natural partnership," said Lance Fensterman, Vice President of Reed PopGroup. "Star Wars is arguably the strongest brand in the pop culture world, while Reed PopGroup has established itself as a leader in creating amazing experiences for fans and customers. Additionally, Reed Exhibitions has a strong international presence and is able to create world-class events globally," he added "We look forward to providing first-rate organizational and programming expertise for a fan-based event that is well established and already attracts an enormous audience. In tandem with Lucasfilm, I'm certain that Star Wars Celebration V will be bigger and better than ever. We look forward to many years of working with Lucasfilm."

Star Wars Celebration is the official Lucasfilm convention celebrating all things Star Wars. The Celebrations are the biggest Star Wars events held, allowing friends and families to gather to have fun and celebrate their love of the Saga. From fans who first experienced A New Hope in theaters to kids just discovering Star Wars through Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Celebration touches on anything and everything connected with that galaxy far, far away. The producers promise more interactive events than ever at Celebration V. Celebrity guests will sign in the Star Wars Celebration Autograph area as well as make presentations. The annual Star Wars Fan Movie Challenge prizes will be awarded and there will be a chance for budding filmmakers to get tips from more experienced ones. Star Wars Celebration V will feature scores of crowd-pleasing events that can be found only at an official Star Wars convention.

Ticketing, pricing, and exhibitor information follows:


•Tickets will be available starting Thursday, Dec. 10th via www.starwarscelebration.com. Pre-sale Adult Four-Day Passes are $120; Kids Four-Day Passes are $50; pre-sale Thursday, Friday, and Sunday Passes are $45; Saturday Passes are $50; and Kids One-Day Passes are $25. Children under six years old are admitted free.

•Limited VIP Packages are expected to be available in early 2010, with details to be announced on the website. Single or Four-Day Passes already purchased can be upgraded to VIP status as long as supplies last!

•Special hotel rates and other travel information will be announced on the website.

•Information for Exhibitors and Celebration Art Show participation at Star Wars Celebration V will start to take shape in early 2010. For information about a sponsorship or exhibiting at Celebration V please contact Larry Settembrini, Sales Manager, [email protected], 203-840-5321.

For the latest news on show exclusives and special announcements on featured guests and events, subscribe to the Star Wars Celebration Newsletter at www.starwarscelebration.com. Also follow the news about Celebration V here at the Official Star Wars site. For general information and the latest news about the Reed Exhibitions' PopGroup, please follow the group's official blog, www.mediumatlarge.net.

 

[ortiz344]

will these tickets sell out?
Do i need to preorder them if i want to go?

 

[IrishJedi]

They'll sell out of the 4-day passes, but not for a while. Its' not like SDCC in that way (then again, what is?)

You will likely be able to go down there and buy passes, but I would pre-order.

 

[jimjimmyjones85]

Man what a bad time of year to buy.

I can't swing it now. I can't even predict if I can go

 

[IrishJedi]

Don't sweat buying passes right now, if that's your concern. They'll still be available after the holidays.

 

[agen_kolar]

What good news to wake up to today!

 

[the angry orc]

sweet!!!! thanks for posting, irish!

 

[Jaycepticon]

Looks like I have a target date of when to finish this Jango suit I've been working on

 

[The Mike]

Ugh. August is hot as hell in Florida, muggy as hell too. Add thousands of people smashed together wearing heavy costumes and you've got quite a scenario. I have a timeshare in Florida...I wonder if I could rustle up the funds to swing this trip....

 

[barryo]

YES, east coast baby !!!!!!!!!............thats only about a 6 hour drive for me..........

& yes it will be hotter than hades in august.....

no worries............more beer.......

 

[Loquae]

I think I might finally be able to get to one of these! I can't wait!!

 

[Kuzeh]

Holy crap...
I guess we'll have to go to Orlando...
!!!

 

[Bamboota]

awesome!!! I'm so there!!! Who's coming to stay with me??!?!?!?!?!?!?!?

 

[IrishJedi]

Ugh. August is hot as hell in Florida, muggy as hell too. Add thousands of people smashed together wearing heavy costumes and you've got quite a scenario. I have a timeshare in Florida...I wonder if I could rustle up the funds to swing this trip....

It's better than June or July there, when it's around or over 100 degrees and 100% humidity each and other day. In mid-August it's only 90-95 degrees with 50-80% humidity.

Also, the Orange County Convention Center is HUGE.

 

[agen_kolar]

It's better than June or July there, when it's around or over 100 degrees and 100% humidity each and other day. In mid-August it's only 90-95 degrees with 50-80% humidity.

Also, the Orange County Convention Center is HUGE.

Actually July, August, and even sometimes into September are our hottest and most humid months. Not so much June, but that's when it really starts heating up. This is also when people come visit the parks the most often, which is foolish, foolish.

 

[IrishJedi]

Isn't June the wettest, though? Obviously, you live there year-round so you would know. My Mom lives there and I'm only there 5-6 times a year. But I do know that July is absolutely THE harshest month every time I've been. And, yes, the parks are busiest then, too. I've often wondered how the tourists from Eastern Europe and other cooler climates don't drop dead like flies on a daily basis in those Central Florida theme parks during the dog days of Summer.

No doubt it'll be plenty damn hot there during the con. But hopefully it won't be too terribly humid (that is the key). But since the entire con will be held indoors inside one of the most spacious facilities in the country it shouldn't be too much of an issue.

 

[The Mike]

I've made the mistake of hitting the parks in early August and nailed the tour groups from Brazil....made the whole trip a pain. Although now the wife is asking me to price it out so I might actually make the trek. A few days at CV, a couple at Universal to check out Harry Potter and a few with the Mouse might be a good idea.

 

[IrishJedi]

I've made the mistake of hitting the parks in early August and nailed the tour groups from Brazil....made the whole trip a pain. Although now the wife is asking me to price it out so I might actually make the trek. A few days at CV, a couple at Universal to check out Harry Potter and a few with the Mouse might be a good idea.

Sounds like a pretty damn fun (if expensive trip). Go for it!

 

[agen_kolar]

Yeah, I've lived in Florida my whole life and it's pretty brutal in the summer. I don't know the numbers off the top of my head, but August is the wettest month we have on average, and I think July and August usually tie for the hottest and most humid.

This works out well though for those who live out of state and want to experience the Harry Potter theme park at Universal. Kill two birds with one stone!

 

[The Mike]

Well lodging would be free since I have the timeshare, so it'd be tickets, food and flight. I have a bunch of frequent flyer miles....buying my tickets early might get me a cheaper flight hmmmm.....