Star Wars Celebration Orlando Schedule

With Star Wars Celebration Orlando upon us, here is a list of the programming happening at the event. From panels, classes, and interactive sessions there are events for Star Wars fans of all types. Events in red will be live streamed on StarWars.com. Following LaughingPlace.com for daily live blog to experience all the fun.

Thursday, April 13

40 Years of Star Wars
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage, Celebration Stage, & Behind-The-Scenes Stage

A very special tribute to the 40th anniversary of Star Wars will kick start Celebration Orlando in grand fashion. The panel, hosted by Warwick Davis, will feature Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and discussions with some of the saga’s brightest stars, highlighting the impact of the galaxy far, far away and the fandom that has propelled it for the last four decades. As is tradition, this marquee Celebration event will undoubtedly include many not-to-be-missed surprises.

Star Wars Story Time
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Family Stage

Visit the family room for songs and stories in the key of Star Wars! Presented by a children’s librarian, these are popular books and rhymes with a Star Wars twist. See if the princess gets her Han back, and help the little lost bantha cub find his herd. All ages are welcome, from zero to 900.

Drawing with Brad Hudson
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Family Stage

Learn to draw Star Wars characters with Topps artist, Brad Hudson.

40 for 40: Highlights from Four Decades of Star Wars Collectibles
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307, 3rd Floor

Join life-time collectors and podcasters Matthew Fox from “This Week in Star Wars,” and Jake Stevens from From4-LOMtoZuckuss.com as they celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Star Wars by chronicling 40 different toy lines and collectibles from the past four decades. Selections will include the famous, the infamous, and the forgotten. Memorable not only for what they are, these collectibles also tell the story of how Star Wars changed over the years. A unique franchise which has been diversely perceived and marketed over the years: surprise phenomenon to kids’ property; dormant franchise to 90’s nostalgia revival; prequel oversaturation to pre-Disney aimlessness to the omnipresent cultural staple it is today. Whether you prefer Kenner or Hot Toys, Hasbro or Lego, Pez or Bend-Ems, the hosts cover it all with a 40-year look at the good, the bad and the ugly from the ever-expanding universe of Star Wars collectibles.

Droid Racing
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Interactive Zone

Which droid is the fastest? Come put out droids to the test! Droid racing will take place in the Interactive Area of the Star Wars Family Room and will be first come first serve. Please arrive 10 minutes early to guarantee your spot.

S.T.E.M. Star Wars
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

STEM is a global initiative to increase and diversify interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Art is a key vector for innovative thinking. The fusion of STEM + Art = STEAM. Come hear a panel of STEM professionals discuss their passion for Star Wars. Learn what characters, species, ships, and weapons inspire them. Consider how science restricts or enhances storytelling. Hear tips to use Star Wars to get children interested in STEAM and their own future hobbies and careers.

We Are a Legion: The Star Wars Costuming Clubs’ Leadership PAnel
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

This panel is show the unity between the various Star Wars Costuming Clubs such as the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, Mandalorian Mercs, The Dark Empire, and the Saber Guild. It will be a great time celebrating the diversity of our clubs and also sharing our common love of Star Wars. Oya!

Star Wars Origami with Chris Alexander
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Classroom Area

Origami Master Chris Alexander (author of Star Wars Origami) teaches padawans how to make Star Wars origami.

The Making of the Star Wars Visual Encyclopedia
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Join DK authors Tricia Barr, Adam Bray and Cole Horton, along with Ruth Amos, editor at Dorling Kindersley, as they discuss what went into making the extensive, beautiful and detail-driven Star Wars Visual Encyclopedia.

The Growing Galaxy of Women’s Star Wars Fashion
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Women’s Star Wars fashion has been around since 1977, but has grown significantly as geek culture has become mainstream and female Star Wars fans have become more visible and active in demonstrating their passion for the fandom. This panel takes a look at all aspects of women’s Star Wars fashion (both collecting and wearing), highlights from the range of commercial products and designer Star Wars garments on the runway, as well as examining the concept of Star Wars clothing as both self-expression and a collecting focus.

Dave Filoni: Animated Origins and Unexpected Fates
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Dave Filoni, Executive Producer and Supervising Director of Star Wars Rebels and Supervising Director of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, is joined on stage by creative executive Pablo Hidalgo. They’ll discuss some of the most cherished characters to come out of Lucasfilm Animation, reveal some untold origins of heroes and rogues, and with rare clips and artwork, they will track the surprising fates of this generation of Star Wars characters.

Smooth Talkin’ with Billy Dee Williams
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Celebration Stage – Chapin Theater

Hello. What have we here? The master of smooth on stage with Warwick Davis for a one-on-one about his extensive career in entertainment and art.

Meet the 501st Legion
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

The 501st Legion is a Star Wars costuming group that represents the Dark side of the Star Wars universe. Come meet the 501st, hear how they formed, and learn how you can get involved.

Padawan Training with Saber Guild
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Interactive Zone

Join the Jedi Knights from Saber Guild, who have come to Earth from the Jedi Temple on Coruscant searching for new padawans to train. Learn the ways of the Force and basic lightsaber skills, and then defend against the evil Sith, who have arrived to claim the padawans for the Dark Side.

Road Squadron: Building a Carfighter
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Meet Road Squadron, a 17-year-old organization of fan-made tribute vehicles, and discuss the trials, tribulations and rewards of “carfighter” ownership, the creative process of Star Wars car building/modding, as well as stories from daily life of the encounters we have with other fans, regular citizens, law enforcement, hardcore car enthusiasts and celebrities. As we display at a wide variety of car shows, charity/community events and parades, and take quite a few road trips, we have more than a few tales to tell!

I’ll Take Droids for $500, Obi-Wan: An Intergalactic Game Show
2:30 PM -3:30 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Test your Star Wars knowledge, competing head-to-head with Chuck Wendig (Aftermath; Empire’s End) and Timothy Zahn (Thrawn) in categories like “Halt! Who Goes There?,” “Jedi Line Trick,” “Punch it, Chewie!” and more, using audio clips from Star Wars audiobooks. Narrator Marc Thompson will host and one lucky audience member will have a chance to compete onstage as a contestant!

Rancho Obi-Wan with Steve Sansweet
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

For many collectors across the world “Rancho Obi-Wan” is a near mystical place. Steve Sansweet and a team of volunteers have turned it into a true destination that everyone can visit. Hear and see all about this amazing destination for Star Wars fans, why it was done, how the museum operates, and a close-up look of some of its treasures.

Drawing with Katie Cook
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Katie Cook, who not only has done work for Star Wars but Marvel and My Little Pony, will teach kids to draw anything they can think of! In this quick-draw session, Katie will take suggestions from the audience and plow through the list in a rapid, fun, funny pace that’s sure to keep parents and kids entertained!

Droid Racing
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Interactive Zone

Ian McDiarmid: Tales from the Dark Side
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
Celebration Stage – Chapin Theater

The Master and the Apprentice, reunited on stage for a Sith-inspired talk with host Warwick Davis. At last they will reveal themselves to the Celebration audience….

Star Wars Authentics Autographs
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Authenticators, Inc. and Topps have teamed up with Lucasfilm to provide fans the ultimate peace of mind when buying autographs of your favorite Star Wars performers. This panel will discuss the proliferation of forged autographs over the last few decades, how this problem has affected Star Wars collectors and how Star Wars Authentics will address this issue going forward. Fans can now benefit from the 15 years of success Authenticators, Inc. has had authenticating Major League Baseball game-used and autograph memorabilia, which set a new industry standard for autograph verification.

The Music of Rogue One: Analysis with David Collins
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Come celebrate the music of Star Wars as host David Collins explores the connections between Michael Giacchino’s score for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the legendary work of John Williams in the saga films. The music will be analyzed in connection to story and character, breaking down both new and classic themes.

Food and Fandom: Star Wars Recipes
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Join Jenn Fujikawa as she talks about creativity and inspirations for her classic recipes featured on StarWars.com.

Doug Chiang: The Production Design of Rogue One
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Join Doug Chiang, the Academy Award-winning artist, author and production designer, as he talks about designing Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Chiang served as co-Production Designer on the movie, so can share unique insights into the process of creating the worlds of Star Wars. Currently the Vice President and Executive Creative Director at Lucasfilm, Chiang oversees designs for all new Star Wars franchise developments including films, theme parks, games and new media.

This Deal is Getting Worse All the Time
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Family Stage

A one hour game show styled after “Let’s Make a Deal”, where kids are randomly selected for an opportunity to win prizes answering trivia questions, playing games of chance, luck and skill. Will the force be with you if your number is called? Audience participation is encouraged!

BYO: Mandalorian Armor
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Classroom Area

BYO: Mandalorian Armor is a Celebration Family Room event sponsored by the Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club that brings children in touch with their creative side by allowing them to create their very own Mandalorian costume to wear around the show.

Star Wars Food Collectibles
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage -W307

Food promotions have been used to market the saga to a worldwide audience over the last 40 years. From Wonder Bread and Coca-Cola promotions for the original release of Star Wars, to current worldwide cereal offerings from General Mills and Kellogg’s, Star Wars fans throughout the world have been exposed to a vast array of food-related packaging, premiums, and related promotional materials. Come learn about highlights of the often short-lived and regional food promotions from the vintage era to the latest trends in more healthy food offerings, including preservation and display techniques, in this fascinating panel presented by Jonathan McElwain and Tom Stewart.

Chuck Wendig: A Small Group of Characters Can Change the Whole Galaxy
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Characters aren’t architecture — they’re architects. Chuck Wendig has a whole buncha books at this point (including a few Star Wars books, ahem), and dispenses writing advice at his popular blog, terribleminds.com. Here he’ll be helping you create amazing characters and, more importantly, teaching you how to let those characters create and drive the plot organically.

Meet the Mandalorian Mercs
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

For ten years, the Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club has represented the elite warriors from a galaxy far, far away. Learn what it takes to become a member, and express your own creativity while celebrating STAR WARS™ and helping those in need through charity.

Ray Park: Prepare to Be Mauled
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Celebration Stage- Chapin Theater

There’s always excitement when Sith Apprentice, actor, and champion martial artist Ray Park takes the stage. Prepare for an hour with Darth Maul – if you dare!

Star Wars 365: Fact & Fiction
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Join famed Industrial Light & Magic visual effects supervisor John Knoll as he delves back into A New Hope, now celebrating its 40th anniversary, and mixes it up with little-known tidbits from the other episodes in the saga as well as unearths facts and dispels the fiction surrounding The Force Awakens and Rogue One.

Kid’s Costume Showcase
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Interactive Zone

Calling all kids 12 and under! Come show off your super awesome costume in the Kids Costume Showcase taking place in the Star War’s Family Area. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the event since space is limited and is not guaranteed.

Disney Parks & Star Wars Merchandise
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Discover a galaxy of merchandise celebrating the Star Wars saga! Be among the first to get a sneak peek into what new exclusives will be coming from the Disney Parks in 2017 and 2018. You will also take an inside look behind the magic at how Disney Parks creates exclusive Star Wars merchandise, with insights from Disney’s creative development team. With Brad Schoeneberg, Cody Hampton, and Quynh Kimball.

Star Wars Display and Advertising Collecting
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Star Wars advertising and merchandising dates back to the very beginning of Star Wars. Point of purchase (‘POP’) displays showed up in stores even before the actual merchandise was available. Movie advertising helped lure us all into the theater and create the phenomenon that is Star Wars. Often these big and bulky displays were thrown away by retailers eager to make room for the next item in line. Few fans saved these items, making Star Wars Display collecting one of the most challenging of all Star Wars collecting niches. Come join Todd Chamberlain, Ron Salvatore, Gus Lopez and Will Grief as we stroll through store aisles and catalogs of yore, spanning the Original Trilogy all the way through Rogue One.

LGBTQ+ in the Galaxy Far, Far Away
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

A look at the LGBTQ+ characters and themes in the Galaxy Far, Far Away and a discussion of the Star Wars fandom from the perspectives of LGBTQ+ fan bloggers and podcasters.

Collider Jedi Council
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Collider’s popular Star Wars show, Collider Jedi Council, hits Celebration for the first time. Darth Harloff, Kristian Harloff is joined by popular council members such as John “Obi John” Kenobi, “Kylo” Ken Napzok, Grand Moff Perri Nemiroff and “Mark 2 D 2” Mark Ellis. The crew will be talking all things Star Wars, what the deal is with canon, and taking questions from the Celebration audience.

Meet the Celebration Art Show Artists
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Join artists participating in the Celebration Art Show as they talk about what makes the Art Show special. They’ll share insights into their processes and techniques, their inspiration, and discuss their creations for Celebration Orlando. Panelists: Brian Miller, Stephen Hayford, Cryssy Cheung, and Jeff Carlisle.

PopMinded by Hallmark
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Join the creative team as they go behind the scenes on creation of itty bittys and Keepsake Ornament products and more. They will discuss detailed looks and answer questions on 2017 products releasing, as well as reveal a few sneak peeks on what’s ahead. No telling what other goodies may be in-store. Panel includes: Christine Taylor: Licensing Creative Manager, Kevin Dilmore: Senior Writer; Steve Willaredt: Senior Design & Illustrator. Please note: No Star Tots will be given with this panel.

Droid Building 101
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Presented by the R2-D2 Builders Club. An introduction to building R2-D2 including a history of the club and what to expect when building a droid. Talk will include an overview to the various materials required to build a droid along with tools required and answers to the top questions asked by potential builders.

Friday, April 14

Rendezvous Point: The Military of Star Wars
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

From the menacing First Order to the fledgling Rebellion, Star Wars has always been a rich tapestry of military topics. What rules of engagement does the Resistance operate under? How did Ahsoka Tano’s trial by court-martial work? What tactical blunders doomed the Empire’s chances at Hoth? Epic battles, dueling tacticians, and gallant warriors make up some of the most thrilling aspects of the galaxy. Now come find out how it all works! Join an in-depth exploration of how the militaries of the Star Wars universe function and what roots they have in the real world.

Star Wars Fan Girls; Star Wars Geek Girls
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Two fan girls talk about growing up Star Wars as Star Wars fangirls. Zoe and Lizzy talk about how it was hard sometimes being fangirls, but the new era of Star Wars has made it easier for Fangirls of all ages. They will also discuss how growing up with 501st and Rebel legion parents helped them become more involved in fandom. Finally how the Star Wars podcast community has helped them launch their own podcast. Please note: No Star Tots will be given with this panel.

Changing Education with Star Wars
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Star Wars is for all ages! From reading, writing, robotics, interactive media, and 3D printing, come discover how a K-12 school in TN was able to implement Star Wars Reads Day into their curriculum for every grade, every subject and even every faculty member! Fostering creativity, individuality, exploration, invention, and communication, come see how Star Wars transformed an ordinary day into something magically educational!

Star Wars: The Last Jedi
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage, Celebration Stage, & Behind-The-Scenes Stage

Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and Star Wars: The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson will appear on stage. There will be plenty of surprises and special guests on the panel to keep the excitement brewing and speculation spinning throughout the rest of the weekend.

Drawing Star Wars with Randy Martinez
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Learn to draw Star Wars with Star Wars artist Randy Martinez.
Randy has been illustrating official Star Wars art since 1999, and now he wants to share his tricks of the trade with you!
Come join one of the most entertaining Star Wars artists in the business!
All ages and skill levels welcome!

Star Wars Story Time
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Create-a-Clone Drawing Class with Chris Dee & Joe Hogan
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Classroom Area

The Grand Army of the Republic is filled with clone soldiers of the fiercest warrior in the galaxy: Jango Fett! While every clone is a perfect replica of Jango, each soldier has their own individual personalities, self-expressed by the paint schemes on their armor. Learn to draw your own unique Clone Trooper with artists Chris Dee and Joe Hogan! They’ll teach you to draw your clone and create a paint scheme to bring your personal Clone Trooper to life and tell his story!

Droid Racing
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Interactive Zone

The Art and Packaging of Vintage Star Wars Toys
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Learn about Kenner’s now-iconic design for the Star Wars action figure line and how important that design was for the success of the line. Mattias Rendahl, author of A New Proof – Kenner Star Wars Packaging Design 1977-1979 and pre-production collector, will talk about the basics of the Star Wars packaging design process, show original sketches, artwork and proof cards from all the vintage lines, tell stories from ex Kenner employees that did the original design. See rare Revenge of the Jedi proof cards, the gateway to 2D pre-production collecting. Questions welcome on anything from rarity to current values.

Saber Guild: Anatomy of a Fight Scene
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

What works; what doesn’t, and how to get involved. The Star Wars Universe wouldn’t be the same without its iconic lightsaber battles. Join Saber Guild for an overview of some of the most famous sword battles in cinema and how they have influenced lightsaber fights, as well as a breakdown of how to craft exciting lightsaber choreography. Stick around to learn how to get involved with Saber Guild, an international costuming and performance organization that creates lightsaber battles for charity.

Delilah S. Dawson: Always Shoot First: How to Start Your First Chapter With a BANG (or a pew pew pew)
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Let’s face it: First chapters are impossible. You’ve got to inject worldbuilding and voice from the very beginning while making us care about a new character uniquely challenged by their world. Delilah S. Dawson will discuss how to start in exactly the right place, how to get the plot rolling, and how to compel a reader to keep turning pages. Learn the pet peeves of literary agents and editors as well as the tricks that will show you’re a pro. Killing your darlings will also be mentioned. Sorry, Uncle Owen and Aunt Beru.

Designing the LEGO Star Wars Galaxy – the design and development of LEGO Star Wars construction toys with Rob Johnson
1:00 P< – 2:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Have you ever wondered what goes into creating LEGO Star Wars sets, packaging and content? 18 year LEGO veteran, former LEGO Star Wars Senior Art Director and current Brand Manager Rob Johnson from The LEGO Group will take you through the design and development process that brings your favorite LEGO Star Wars construction sets to life. The panel will be a deep dive into the LEGO Star Wars design process, from the conceptual stage to sculpting, prototyping, Lucasfilm approval and finally production, and will then cover the packaging development process. Lastly, the presentation will cover content development and wrap up with a Q&A session where there will be a special prize for the attendee with the best question.

Story Time with Adam Bray
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Travel to a galaxy far, far away with Adam Bray, co-author of the best-selling Star Wars: Absolutely Everything You Need to Know, during this story time, featuring classic DK Star Wars Readers.

Star Wars Origami with Chris Alexander
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Classroom Area

Origami Master Chris Alexander (author of Star Wars Origami) teaches padawans how to make Star Wars origami.

The Making of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Join senior members of the Rogue One creative team for a deep dive into the film’s inception, story development, visual development and production design, groundbreaking visual effects and the film’s unique soundscape. You’ll be treated to never-before seen footage, hear about the film’s genesis from a casual conversation over lunch to full-fledged pitch, see some killer Industrial Light & Magic visual effects breakdowns and learn how some of the film’s epic sounds were created by the masters at Skywalker Sound. If you enjoyed the film, do not miss this panel! Presented by Rayne Roberts, Lucasfilm Story Group; John Knoll, Executive Producer & Visual Effects Supervisor; Doug Chiang, Production Designer; Matthew Wood, Supervising Sound Editor.

Small Talk with Warwick Davis
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Celebration Stage – Chapin Theater

Few actors in the Star Wars family have such a varied career on the big and small screens as Warwick Davis. Debuting in Return of the Jedi as Wicket the Ewok, Davis has played a number of roles in the Star Wars movies since, including an upcoming part in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Come and maybe have a chance to interview Warwick too, as fans will be chosen from the audience to put our Celebration Celebrity Host on the spot.

Displaying Your Star Wars Collection
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

How to display your collection from the cheap, to the creative, to the costly! There is information for everyone, from entry level collector to those who have hoarded 40 years of gems up to the ceiling! We take a peek into how collectors from across the world display and curate a vast variety of Star Wars collectibles. We’ll cover important concepts, view images of amazing collections, and provide information on specific ideas that you can tackle at home. Attendees will receive a special bonus for their collection. Presented by Peter Fitzke, Jeff Jacobs, Brian Angel, Ross Cuddie and Elling Haug.

Ladies of the Legion: A Woman’s Guide to Star Wars Costuming
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

A panel to discuss the challenges of costuming for the ladies of Star Wars, from finding a costume you love, to fixing fitting issues and challenges, to getting into character, and to learning more about the different organizations and groups for female costumers.

Timothy Zahn: 101 Ideas in an Hour
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Story ideas are everywhere, and easier to come up with than many people think. Join author Timothy Zahn as he works with the class to generate dozens of ideas that are perfect for the story you want to tell.

Padawan Training with Saber Guild
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

The Droids You’re Looking For with Brian DeGuire
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

You can’t walk too long in the galaxy far, far away without bumping into a droid! Come learn how to draw all your favorite droids like R2-D2, BB8, and Chopper with Star Wars artist Brian DeGuire! Create BB8 and R2D2…or bring your own BB or R2 unit to life.

Star Wars Collectibles Update with Lucasfilm’s Brian Merten
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Find out what the high-rolling collectors will be looking for in the coming months when Lucasfilm licensing partners Anovos, Bandai, EFX, Gentle Giant, Kotobukiya, Royal Selangor and Sideshow Collectibles reveal some of the high-end pieces that will soon be the proud centerpieces of collections around the world.

The Star Wars Funko Pop! Vinyl Explosion
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

The incredible popularity of Star Wars Funko Pop! vinyl seems to have grown over night, but actually there have been vinyl Star Wars toys since the first Jawa figure’s cape, and Funko has been making Star Wars collectibles for over a decade. We’ll take a brief look at the international history of vinyl toys, the art vinyl toy movement and the growth of Star Wars vinyl toys & collectibles. See the variety and history of Funko Star Wars toys and evolution of the Pop!, leading to the growing army of Star Wars Pop! vinyls. We’ll see the key to Funko’s success is that their artists and staff are all passionate collectors empowered to make cool toys, and we’ll share insights and stories from their headquarters. We will discuss some strategies for collecting and displaying as well as Pop! “FUN”ko Facts from a few crazy collectors. Q&A from the audience, too. Presented by Earl Bergquist, Pam Green, Mark Robben.

Droid Racing
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

Fang Fighter Battles
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM n
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Fang Fighter Battles is a Celebration Family Room event sponsored by the Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club that allows children to use their creativity and ingenuity to build their own straw rocket Fang Fighter, then compete to see who’s flies the furthest.

Star Wars Movie Trivia Schmoedown: Witwer vs. Napzok vs. Campea
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Collider’s popular game show The Movie Trivia Schmoedown comes to Star Wars Celebration. Last December, Star Wars Rebels Superstars Freddie Prinze Jr and Sam Witwer battled Ken Napzok and John Campea. The match was riddled with controversy but one thing was proven, Sam Witwer was one with the Force when it came to Star Wars movie trivia. He will take on Ken Napzok and John Campea in a triple threat match for the Star Wars Movie Trivia championship this year at Celebration.

The Heroines of Star Wars
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Strong female characters are central to the “Star Wars” universe. From Leia to Padmé, Rey, Jyn, Sabine and Ahsoka – each has become a fan favorite around the globe. Join Dave Filoni, Lucasfilm Story Group’s Carrie Beck, Ashley Eckstein (“Ahsoka”) and Tiya Sircar (“Sabine”) for a talk about the importance of these role models, how they have inspired generations and where we might see them next.

Star Wars University: Behind the Scenes in the Audiobook Recording Studio
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Get the inside scoop on how the Star Wars audiobooks are recorded and produced with narrator Marc Thompson (Aftermath: Empire’s End, Thrawn)and producer Aaron Blank, from how Marc creates (and remembers!) all those character voices, to what it’s like in the recording booth and how production builds the “layer cake” of voice narration, sound effects and music into the final track.

This Deal is Getting Worse All the Time
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Star Wars Original Props and Costumes
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

An exploration of the wonderful world of collecting original props used in the making of the Star Wars movies. Come along and get hints and tips on all aspects of collecting the greatest collectible of all, an actual piece of the movies we hold so dear. This panel will focus on how to get started and learn the how-to of collecting props and costumes from the Star Wars films. Presented by Tom Spina, Brandon Alinger, Stephen Lane, Gus Lopez, David Mandel and Andy Goulding with CJ Fawcett moderating.

Lucasfilm Publishing Wrtiers’ Roundtable
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Join some of the biggest and best Star Wars authors such as Timothy Zahn (Heir to the Empire, Thrawn), Beth Revis (Rebel Rising), Delilah Dawson (The Perfect Weapon), Charles Soule (Poe Dameron, Darth Vader), Jody Houser (Rogue One), Michael Kogge (Poe Dameron Flight Log), and Ben Acker & Ben Blacker (Join the Resistance) to discuss their approach, process, and reception to writing stories set in a galaxy far, far away. Plus, exclusive sneak peeks and announcements into the future of Star Wars publishing! Moderated by Lucasfilm’s Michael Siglain and Jennifer Heddle.

Extreme Droid Building
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

A discussion, demonstrations, and Q&A with some of the most innovative droid builders who have pushed the boundaries on those accomplishments. Discussing how they got into building, their inspirations and motivations, process and techniques involved. And of course, demonstrations of their mind-blowing droids.

Star Wars Comics in the Classroom
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Now that the extended universe has been gloriously rewritten by Marvel Comics, educators and their students can stay on target with literacy, critical thinking, and artistic skill development. Come learn how you can capitalize on the engaging and rich multi-modal format of the Star Wars Comics in your classroom. Master educators and curriculum developers will provide insight into how these comics can meet your educational standards through plot analysis, character development, comparison/contrast, and more. Time will be provided for Q&A, as we want to address your specific needs, as well. Each participant will leave with sample lessons and tools they can use in their classes immediately.

Star Wars Origami with Chris Alexander
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Origami Master Chris Alexander (author of Star Wars Origami) teaches padawans how to make Star Wars origami.

Kid’s Costume Showcase
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars Family ROom W311 – Interactive Zone

Mark Hamill’s Tribute to Carrie Fisher
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Galaxy Stage and Celebration Stage

Fans remember her not only as their princess or general, but as part of the Star Wars Celebration family. Join Mark Hamill as he remembers the talent, humor and enduring legacy of one of the Star Wars galaxy’s most luminous beings, Carrie Fisher

Star Wars Obscure Character Face-Off Strikes Back!
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Star Wars Rebels Theater – W312

Willrow Hood, Garindan, Gavyn Sykes, Coleman Trebor – all characters from the Star Wars Galaxy living their lives in the background and making their mark with the biggest of Star Wars fans. Which one do the fans adore most? The “Star Wars Obscure Character Face-off” will find out! The Star Wars In Character podcast hosts this Face-off, pitting 8 obscure characters against each other as audience participation crowns the greatest obscure character in the galaxy!

Abrams Books Presents: The Art of Star Wars
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Meet the authors behind Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie ,The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and The Art of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, as they give fans a look into both the current and legacy Lucasfilm art departments, for the creation of fantastical worlds, unforgettable characters, and unimaginable creatures.

Brandon Alinger, Wade Lageose, and David Mandel (Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie) were given unprecedented access to the original work in the Skywalker Ranch Archives, and were able to create the ultimate tribute to the first artist George Lucas hired on Star Wars, and one of cinema’s most beloved and influential concept artists, Ralph McQuarrie. Image archivist Phil Szostak (The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens) was embedded with The Force Awakens art department as a conceptual researcher and archivist from December 2012 through the end of production, and has worked in conduction with Star Wars art departments for eight years at Lucasfilm. He continues to work with Abrams Books as the author of and consultant on their “Art of” series. Josh Kushins (The Art of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story) has worked for various Hollywood studios and most recently on the publicity teams for Lucasfilm Ltd., and his book gives readers unprecedented access to the artwork and imagination behind the newest chapter in the Star Wars franchise.

Fantasy Flight Games: Star Wars Tabletop Games
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W3088

Ever wanted to find out what it takes to bring Star Wars from a galaxy far, far away to your own gaming table? Join Fantasy Flight Games as they give you a look behind the curtain into their world of board, card, miniatures and role playing design and learn more about some of the exciting Star Wars games they are working on now!

Star Wars Collecting: Social Media & Networking
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Networking has been an essential tool from the very beginning of the collecting hobby. As technology has changed, so have the means by which collectors connect with one another and build communities. In today’s highly-linked world, there are so many options that it can be a challenge to find the outlets that work best for you. The panel will emphasize how collector friendships have remained an important resource despite the multitude of changes in technology and methods of communication. We will explore the evolution of networking, discuss a wide range of collecting communities you can join, and highlight opportunities for networking at Celebration Orlando. Presented by Krister Persson, Chris Logli, Daryl Whitlow, Mike Ritter, CJ Fawcett, Bill Cable and Amy Sjoberg.

Jason Fry: Learn From My Mistakes
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Jason Fry has written more than 40 Star Wars books and short stories, which means he’s made lots of mistakes that he’ll show you how to avoid. Join him for a lively give-and-take — with plenty of Star Wars tales — about embracing outlines and treatments, the secret of working backwards, world-building without falling down a rabbit hole, balancing accessibility and “spaciness,” and inoculating yourself against the writerly malady of self-sabotage.

Special Celebration Screening: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Star Wars: A New Hope
7:30 PM – 11:55 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Bring your lightsaber and cheer with your friends as Hope is reborn for the Rebellion!

Inside Star Wars Insider
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Editor Jonathan Wilkins unveils the new look Star Wars Insider and previews what’s coming up in the official Star Wars magazine. He’ll also be answering your questions about his 10 years’ experience working on the magazine, with prizes for the best questions! Please note: No Star Tots will be given with this panel.

The Life & Times of Han Solo
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Han Solo, hot pilot and cool adventurer, was a man for all risks. Perhaps the risk of fatherhood was one too far. Our panel of fan experts weigh in on Han Solo’s life and his ultimate end, from lowly beginnings, life as a smuggler, joining the Rebellion, married life, racing, and, eventually, the Resistance. A fan perspective presented by Bryan Young of Full of Sith, and other fan experts.

Saturday, April 15

Down and Dirty Mandalorian Armor
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Join members of the Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club as they teach the common techniques and skills of building Mandalorian armor costumes by creating sets of armor for two lucky members of the audience.

The Force of Fan Fashion
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Fans love to express their love for Star Wars through all sorts of creative ways – including looking stylish with their Star Wars side! Our fashionistas will talk about their journeys in wearing Star Wars fabulously every day, and want to see you rocking the Star Wars look too! Please note: No Star Tots will be given with this panel.

Star Wars Rebels Season Four Sneak Peek
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Galaxy Stage, Celebration Stage, & Behind-the-Scenes Stage

Executive Producer Dave Filoni and special guests will bring an epic sneak peek at what’s to come in Star Wars Rebels fourth season. From the exclusive reveals, to the always lively audience Q&A, Celebration fans know this panel is not one to miss!

Star Wars Story Time
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Sith Lord Support Group
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Do you live with a Sith Lord? Well, what Sith Lord doesn’t have troops to back them up? This panel is for those who do the supporting! Does your Sith Lord have a collecting problem? We feel your pain! We’ll discuss ways to have peace in the galaxy, keep blue milk on the table and pay the trade federation their taxes. Are you overrun with Star Wars memorabilia and need ideas to support your Sith Lord while they hunt down their next hot collectible? We’ll discuss options for display vs storing, also cleaning and maintaining those displays. Audience participation will be strongly encouraged.

Inking for Padawans
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

In this class you will learn the basics of blue line art and how to ink with various materials such as brush, pen, and sharpie and how to use every day tools like a toothbrush to make art. Each padawan will be given a blue line page to allow them to ink a sketch without fear of making mistakes. inking is personal style and no two inkers work is the same even if they are all working on the same page. everyone who comes to the class regardless of skill level will walk away with something.

Droid Racing
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

40 Years Later: Star Wars Original Film Memorabilia
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the dawn of Star Wars, this panel looks back a long time ago to the collectibles associated with the original 1977 film. Join us as we share and discuss some of the very earliest, most unique, and seldom-seen Star Wars items from 1975 through 1978 that were directly related to the motion picture. These collectibles were involved in making, promoting, experiencing, and acknowledging the movie that unexpectedly became a global phenomenon, that touched every aspect of society worldwide for the ensuing four decades. Come re-experience Star Wars’ humble cinematic beginnings through its film industry memorabilia, and its impact on the genesis of Star Wars collectible items of every form and fashion imaginable! As a critic from The Hollywood Reporter forecast after the first press preview screening: “Star Wars, a Lucasfilm Ltd. production for 20th Century-Fox, will undoubtedly emerge as one of the true classics in the genre of science fiction/fantasy films. In any event, it will be thrilling audiences of all ages for a long time to come.” Presented by Michael Novak, Duncan Jenkins and Gus Lopez.

501st Legion: Costuming in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Are you a Star Wars fan who has always wanted to wear a costume? Not sure if you have what it takes to join the 501st Legion?! Join us for an in-depth look into how to craft your own costume, build your own props, and bring the Star Wars universe to life.

We Love Rebels
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Are you a fan of Ezra, Hera, Kanan, Sabine, Zeb, and Chopper? Do you go gaga for the Ghost? Our crack team of Rebels fans will talk up their favorites and want to hear yours as we share our passion for Star Wars Rebels! With Catrina Dennis, Geek Girl Diva, Bryan Young and James Floyd.

Story Time with Jason Fry
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

New York Times best-selling Star Wars author, Jason Fry, hosts an engaging story time for families, sharing tales of his Star Wars upbringing and reading from popular DK Star Wars Readers.

Build a Paper BB-8 with Brian Miller
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311- Classroom Area

Learn how to make your very own paper-craft BB-8 droid. Follow along as Star Wars artist Brian Miller (Topps, Star Wars Insider, ACME Archives) shows you how to Color and customize your one of a kind BB-8. Then cut-out the pieces and assemble your own BB-8 with movable head and body!

Del Rey Books
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Del Rey has been publishing Star Wars books since 1976. Find out what we have in the works for 2017 and beyond. Join authors Chuck Wendig (Empire’s End), Christie Golden (Inferno Squadron), Timothy Zahn (Thrawn), and Delilah S. Dawson (The Perfect Weapon) as they discuss current projects and preview other books to come. Moderator: Elizabeth Schaefer, Senior Editor at Del Rey Books

Prop Building on a Galactic Scale
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

At every Celebration since Celebration London in 2007, full-scale, movie-real props built by dedicated fans have been some of the most memorable – and photographed – elements of the show. Meet the ingenious and resourceful builders who have supported Celebration and other fan events the longest, and learn how they keep pushing to the edge of what’s possible to recreate the world of Star Wars for their fellow fans.

Anthony Daniels: 40 Years with Threepio
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Celebration Stage – Chapin Theater

The legacy of C-3PO throughout the Star Wars saga, brought to life by actor Anthony Daniels. Expect the unexpected as Daniels and host Warwick Davis have a marvelous time, sometimes at the expense of unsuspecting audience members.

Hallmark Star Wars Collectibles
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Join super collectors James Burns and Duncan Jenkins as they look back at the history of Hallmark collectibles from the galaxy of Star Wars. Since 1996, for over 20 years, Hallmark has been putting out handcrafted ornaments – with over 150 to-date. Alongside greetings cards, plush, exclusive buttons/badges at conventions and lots of other items, Hallmark collectibles have become a firm favorite among Star Wars collectors worldwide.

Padawan Training with Saber Guild
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

Star Wars Origami with Chris Alexander
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Origami Master Chris Alexander (author of Star Wars Origami) teaches padawans how to make Star Wars origami.

History of Droid Building
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

From the R2 builder’s club origins in 1999 through the creation of the BB-8 Builders club the incredible growth of fan made droids through the years.

The Galaxywide Premiere of Star Wars Battlefront II
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Join the award-winning developers from DICE, Criterion and Motive as they offer a first look of EA’s Star Wars Battlefront II. Learn about how they’re partnering with Lucasfilm to deliver all-new interactive experiences that are authentic and connected to the greater Star Wars universe. Be among the first to get a sneak peek at what these creative minds are working on to make your Star Wars fantasies come to life.

Behind the Scenes of the Cantina
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Go behind the scenes like never before as cantina experts Pablo Hidalgo (Lucasfilm creative executive) and FX artist Tom Spina (Tom Spina Designs) once again dive into the most wretched hive of scum and villainy with rare behind the scenes images, video and stories from geniuses who helped create everyone’s favorite Tatooine hang out!

Star Wars at the Movies: Vintage Theatrical Advertising and Collectible Ephemera
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

The original theatrical releases of the Star Wars Trilogy took place at the end of an era in movie marketing. Printed ephemera and various promotional items played a critical role in the original films’ success in capturing the attention of the press, prospective film exhibitors, and moviegoers around the world. This narrative-driven panel will explore the diverse realm of vintage theatrical advertising through the eyes of a time-traveling Star Wars superfan and collector from the early 1980s. As our narrator reminisces, the panelists will highlight everything from press books, print ads, and lobby cards, to souvenir programs, Kenner toy tie-ins, and special screening memorabilia that brought that galaxy far, far away to theaters in our own universe. Presented by Stephen Danley, Ron Salvatore, Skye Paine and Todd Chamberlain.

Of Mice and Medical: The Other Droids of Star Wars
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

A discussion of the various droids used throughout the Star Wars Universe. A quick overview of the five classes of droids and a breakdown of droid types. All hail Skippy the Jedi Droid…

BYO: Manadlorian Armor
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Droid Racing
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

Star Wars Celebration Championship of Cosplay
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Celebration Stage – Chapin Theater
Don’t miss the best Star Wars Cosplayers in the galaxy, and see who will be crowned champion of Celebration Orlando.

Christie Golden: Things I Hate But Learned to Do – And So Can You!
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Some things come easily to writers, some don’t. Christie Golden has never had trouble with dialogue and character development, but outlines, description, and action sequences were something else again. She set out to develop ways of looking at these challenges that enabled her to get over fifty novels published. Come see if her tips and tricks can help you over these rough spots too!

Marvel Comics Presents: Star Wars
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

The Star Wars universe continues to expand in the pages of Marvel Comics! From the ongoing Star Wars series to critically acclaimed fan-favorites like Poe Dameron and Doctor Aphra, new Star Wars stories of all kinds are being released every month in the Mighty Marvel Manner! Join Editor Jordan White, artist Phil Noto (Poe Dameron), and writer Charles Soule (Poe Dameron, Darth Vader) to find out what’s in store for your favorite characters both new and old in this can’t-miss panel!

This Deal is Getting Worse All the Time
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Star Wars Origami with Chris Alexander
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Origami Master Chris Alexander (author of Star Wars Origami) teaches padawans how to make Star Wars origami.

These Are Not the Writers You Are Looking For: Bloggers Discuss Writing About Star Wars
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

You’ve read their articles online, now see them in person! We’ve picked six of your favorite journalists and writers in the Star Wars blogosphere and we’re letting them loose on stage. Number 3 will amaze you! Go beyond the clickbait headlines, get to know some of the people behind the posts, and see who has that certain point of view that you’re looking for.

Star Wars and Disney Parks: A Galaxy in the Making
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

For over 30 years, fans have been able to experience Star Wars adventures in Disney Parks around the world. Join the teams from Walt Disney Imagineering and Lucasfilm bringing those innovative Star Wars experiences to life as they look back at the creation of the first Star Wars attraction – Star Tours – and ahead to the epic Star Wars-themed lands currently in development at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

A Star Wars Collector’s Journey
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Star Wars collecting is a vast hobby with collectors all over the world amassing memorabilia for the past 40 years. The sheer amount of items and information can be overwhelming to those getting started. Gus Lopez will take you through his personal journey from beginner to advanced collector. Using examples from Gus’s experience, he’ll cover how to connect locally with other like-minded collectors while also building an international network of collectors for trading and advice in specific areas of the hobby. Learn about places to buy, books to read, and forums to join. Hear about some amazing discoveries and the conditions that enabled some of those opportunities to happen. Gus will share information about events and conventions where other collectors meet and offer tips for finding Star Wars collectibles while traveling. Finally, every Star Wars collector has a focus and a budget. Gus will walk through examples about how to build a theme around a collection while not blowing a budget. Even amazing Star Wars pieces can be found on a shoestring budget if you know what, where, and how to look, and Gus will share some recent examples to illustrate.

The Art of Japanese Star Wars Vegetable Carving (Episode III)
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

There are many ways to enjoy Star Wars. Okitsugu Kado from Japan will share his love for Star Wars through the cuisine. “I would like to introduce the Star Wars vegetable carving which I had created for my friends and myself. I’ve been making Star Wars vegetable carving over eleven years. It is the meeting of the most advanced and creative movie universe Star Wars with the Japanese analog cooking technique ‘Mukimono.’”

Hasbro Star Wars
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Join members of the Hasbro team as they discuss the popular Hasbro Star Wars line. Attendees will get an in-depth look at Hasbro’s latest action figure offerings. Word on the Holonet is there may also be a few surprises, including a special product reveal. From Hasbro: Steve Evans, Design Director, Star Wars; Joe Ninivaggi, Director, Brand Strategy and Marketing; Aditi Raturi, Global Brand Manager, Marketing & Development; Bill Rawley – Product Design Manager; Steve Bono – Senior Design Manager, Star Wars; Mark Boudreaux, Senior Principal Designer, Star Wars.

Kid’s Costume Showcase
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

Special Celebration Screening: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens
6:00 PM – 11:55 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

The Star Wars saga, from fan-favorite Empire through new favorite The Force Awakens. The perfect screening evening with your friends as you prepare for The Last Jedi this coming December!

This Deal is Getting Worse All the Time
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Star Wars Rebels Theater – W312

A Star Wars themed game show, with games based on trivia, skill and maybe the force. How well do you know the Star Wars universe? Does the force flow thru you? Do you shoot like a Stormtrooper? Now’s your chance to put your knowledge & skills to work. Participation is selected randomly, where you’ll have a chance to win Star Wars related prizes.

Fakes and Scandals
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Have you been Snoked? Join us in a discussion of the Dark Side of Star Wars collecting. We’ll review some of the more memorable deceptions and schemes in the hobby, where ethics and morality were put aside for the quick and easy path. From classic bait and switch, to advanced replications of high end items, no facet of the hobby has been left unscathed. This panel of seasoned collectors will hope to illuminate, entertain and provide resources to assist in keeping your collecting path better protected. Presented by Star Wars collecting veterans Tommy Garvey, James Gallo, Mark Salotti, Isaac Lew, Ross Cuddie and Gus Lopez.

The Rebel Legion Costuming Community: Rebellions are Built on Hope
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

The Rebel Legion is a world-wide LFL approved Star Wars Costuming Club, which focuses on the heroes and heroines of the Republic, Rebel Alliance and the Resistance. We are the good guys. We have over 5,000 members world-wide on 6 continents using our costumes to serve our communities through charity and service and promote the love of Star Wars.

A Unifying Force: Keeping Fandom Safe & Welcoming
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Addressing bullying in Star Wars fandom with particular emphasis on strategies for making the Star Wars community safe and welcoming for fans of all genders, races, religions, nationalities, and orientations. We will encourage audience participation, allowing fans to share their experiences with bullying within fandom in an effort to gain a better understanding of the problem in hopes of combatting it effectively in the future.

Inside Maz’s Castle: Designing the Unknown in DK Star Wars Books
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

DK authors, illustrators, and representatives lead a lively discussion focused on the creation of cross-section artworks that take readers inside the world of the Star Wars saga. We’ll cover new cross-section artworks & 3D maps from Star Wars: The Force Awakens: Incredible Cross-Sections, Star Wars: Complete Locations, and Star Wars: Rogue One: The Ultimate Visual Guide. Learn how the authors and illustrators work together to create and annotate the spreads, and contemplate whether these types of designs can inspire or inform future work. Jason Fry, author; Pablo Hidalgo, author; Kemp Remillard, illustrator; Rachel Barry, Vice President, Director of Marketing & Publicity.

Collecting Track Swap Meet and Social
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Collectors’ Social Room – W305

Collectors will have a chance to trade their collectibles, or just mingle with other collectors. Meet like-minded Star Wars treasure hunters from around the world!

Smuggler’s Revenge: Kyle Newman and a Galaxy of Voices
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Celebration Stage – Chapin Theater

Smuggler’s Revenge, a live audio drama extravaganza from the creative team that brought you Smuggler’s Gambit (Celebration VI) and Smuggler’s Bounty (Celebration Anaheim), is a must-see Star Wars Celebration Orlando event! Filmmaker Kyle Newman directs a stage full of Star Wars voice talent, headlined by David Collins as Han Solo, in an original, non-canon tale, co-penned by Newman and F.J. DeSanto, set just prior to the events of ‪The Empire Strikes Back. Loaded with live sound FX and special guests, this thrilling conclusion to the Smuggler’s Trilogy is not to be missed.

Space Narrative: Storytelling in Star Wars Games
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

What stories can Star Wars games tell us? There is an abundance of diverse Star Wars games, from the old retro Empire game to the newest Battlefront. Each game approaches Star Wars in a different way—and we’re not just talking video games! The panel made up of gamers, writers and game developers will discuss what has come before in Star Wars games, and also what we hope to see in the future. What didn’t work for us? What did? Join us as we share our love for the stories told by the games we play. Please note: No Star Tots will be given with this panel.

Whose Line is it, Alderaan?
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

We tickle the Force’s funny bone with an hour of Star Wars-themed improv comedy. Using audience suggestions, we’ll awaken the lighter side of the Force as we share the humor of the Star Wars saga.

Sunday, April 16

Costuming with Flagship Eclipse
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Have you ever wanted to costume/cosplay a character from the Expanded Universe? Come find out about Costuming in the Expanded Universe from members of The Flagship Eclipse Detachment of the 501st Legion. The Flagship Eclipse Detachment is home to the costumes in the 501st that are from the Expanded Universe; we celebrate the research and creation of costumes based on reference material from the Star Wars Expanded Universe. The Flagship Eclipse concentrates on Imperial and Villain aligned characters from the Star Wars Expanded Universe. We will have a question and answer section of the panel where you can ask us how to build the costumes; for tips and advice; ect. Join us and we will expand the Star Wars universe one character at a time. Please note: No Star Tots will be given with this panel.

501st Legion: Bad Guys Who Do Good
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

The 501st Legion is known for its representation of the Dark side of the Star Wars Universe, aka: the “Bad Guys.” But did you know that the legion does a large amount of charity and fundraising work around the world? Drop in on this panel to learn about how the 501st makes a positive impact on the planet through charitable activities and how you could get involved.

Rebel Reunion!
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Star Wars Galaxy Stage – Valencia ABC

Heroes of the Rebellion, reunited exclusively for Celebration Orlando! All wings will report in when Denis Lawson (Wedge), Angus MacInnes (Dutch), Garrick Hagon (Biggs), Mike Quin (Nien Nunb) and Admiral Ackbar himself (Tim Rose) take to the stage together on Sunday.

These Are the Droids You’re Looking For
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Celebration Stage – Chapin Theater

Warwick Davis and some very famous droids take to the Celebration Stage to reveal what goes into creating the nuts and bolts…and the heart and soul…of some of the Star Wars saga’s best-loved characters. Expect a Droid Spectacular!

Star Wars Story Time
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Star Wars Origami with Chris Alexander
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Origami Master Chris Alexander (author of Star Wars Origami) teaches padawans how to make Star Wars origami.

Doug Chiang Master Class
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Bring your sketchbooks, pens and pencils, and prepare for a master class with the artist who oversees designs for all new Star Wars franchise developments including films, theme parks, games and new media. Doug will teach a master class in the intimate Star Wars University setting, where you can watch him work live throughout the session.

Behind the Scenes with LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Join executive producers Bill Motz and Bob Roth as they share insights into the making of the Emmy nominated series “LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures” and give a sneak peek at what’s to come!

This Deal is Getting Worse All the Time
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Droid Racing
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

Bounty Hunting for Exclusives
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Do you like to have things no one else has? Are you always on the hunt for the exclusives and variants? We are too! In this panel you will learn about the history of Star Wars exclusives as well as receive some tips to uncover secrets to exclusive collecting. Experts Rachel Rossilli, Michael Morris and Eric Pfeifer share their secrets.

The Making of The Star Wars remake! – a fan film
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

A remake of George Lucas’ Star Wars: A New Hope. The Star Wars remake: a Jongsma | Baker film — Jim and John Jongsma will share their behind the scenes stories, photos and video from the ’77-’80 fan film: the Star Wars remake! Also included will be a new eight-minute documentary video narrated by Jim and John and Gary Baker, along with commentary on sequences from the fan film and helpful tips directed toward aspiring young filmmakers!

ESPN Presents Star Wars: Evolution of the Lightsaber Battle
12:30 – 1:30 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

ESPN’s SC Featured examines the connection between sports and the iconic lightsaber duels: from fencing and samurai swordplay in the original films through the transition to an increased focus on martial arts and the sport of kendo. Using classic Star Wars scenes and extremely rare behind-the-scenes footage from the Lucasfilm archive, this documentary looks at the athleticism behind the choreography and training utilized in the execution of the lightsaber battles.

The documentary, which previously aired on ESPN ahead of the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, is hosted by Mark Hamill and includes interviews with actors John Boyega, Ian McDiarmid, Ray Park, JJ Abrams, historian J.W. Rinzler, trainers Nick Gillard and Paul Vincent, and members of the United States and Japanese national Kendo teams. On stage will be Executive Producer Craig Lazarus, Producer Ben Houser, Director Martin Khodabakhshian, and Editor Mike Sciallis to discuss the experience of making the program, to answer questions from the audience and to share previously un-aired footage from the special.

John Jackson Miller: Writing for Comics: Star Wars Edition
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Writer of more than 75 Star Wars comics — including the series Knights of the Old Republic, Knight Errant, and Lost Tribe of the Sith — John Jackson Miller shares pointers for plotting, scripting, and breakdowns drawing upon examples from those titles and other comics work he’s done, ranging from Iron Man to Halo, from Mass Effect to The Simpsons. A slideshow presentation provides examples for taking your comic book from the plotted page to the final script. Special emphasis will be placed on considerations unique to Star Wars comics writing. Questions and answers will be taken.

Collecting Star Wars – A Singaporean Perspective
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Derek Ho will highlight the Star Wars phenomenon and its influence on growing up in Singapore & Southeast Asia. He will present insights into many of the items that were released exclusively to the region.

Hamil Himself
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Celebration Stage & Galaxy Stage

Spend an hour with the Jedi Master himself, Mark Hamill!

Drawing with Katie Cook
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Padawan Training with Saber Guild
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

The Galactic Academy: Judge Us By Our Size, Do Not!
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

Finally! A panel for kids and by kids! Come learn about the Galactic Academy, an independent, all-inclusive worldwide Star Wars costuming organization and fan club solely for kids ages 0 through 17 years. Whether your Rey costume was meticulously handmade to match every little detail or you drew a picture of Darth Vader on a paper plate to wear on your face, your costume is good enough to join us!

Come learn about what we do, where we are, details about how we make our costumes and how to become a member. Also, if you’re dressed up at Celebration keep your eyes out throughout the convention for our kid interviewers. You never know when they might stop and ask about your costume and why you love Star Wars. You just might end up on screen at our panel! Come have fun with us and don’t forget to wear your costume!

Fang Fighter Battles
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Time Travel to Vintage Toy Factories Around the World
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

A tour with a time machine to visit the factories of the vintage toy line with photos of the production process from Kenner, Palitoy, Lili Ledy and other companies that made the Star Wars toys on the 80s. This tour will be guided by a round table of collectors, including Luis Gálvez, Chris Georgoulias and Todd Chamberlain, who will explain the processes and compare them while discussing rare collectibles.

Star Wars Celebration Tattoo Competition
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Behind-the-Scenes Stage – W304

Fans of Star Wars art and body art will want to be sure to see the Star Wars Tattoo Competition Sunday. Presented by tattoo author Shane Turgeon (The Force in the Flesh)at Celebrations since Celebration III in 2005, the Competition will feature these categories: small/medium color, large color, small/medium black and grey, large black and grey and tattoo of the weekend, with awards created exclusively for Star Wars Celebration.

Star Wars Musical Trivia
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars University – W300

Think you know the Star Wars scores inside and out? Test your listening skills in the galactic trivia game, and hear the music of Star Wars as you never have before.

Story Time with Cole Horton
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Family Stage

Join Cole Horton, co-author of LEGO Star Wars: Chronicles of the Force, as he leads a lively reading of some beloved DK LEGO Star Wars Readers.

Star Wars Origami with Chris Alexander
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Classroom Area

Origami Master Chris Alexander (author of Star Wars Origami) teaches padawans how to make Star Wars origami.

Women in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Fan Stage – W308

From the moment we met Princess Leia in 1977 it was clear that Star Wars wasn’t shy about creating amazing female characters. From Leia to Padmé to Ahsoka to Rey, the list of heroines has grown and more people are able to see themselves in a galaxy far, far away. But could Star Wars be doing a better job at female representation? Join us for a round table discussion that celebrates the women of Star Wars while also examining how the franchise can improve to truly reflect real world diversity.

Star Wars Collecting in Argentina
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Collectors Daniel Segovia (co-author of the books Guerra Estelar, The Story of Star Wars in Argentina and Guerra Estelar II, The Story of Star Wars Top Toys and Latin American Toys), Diego “Doe” Fernando Gòmez, and Gabriel “Chapa” Campos will discuss Star Wars vintage collectibles from Argentina, which is an under-appreciated region for Star Wars memorabilia. The panel members will share pictures of rarely-seen collectibles as they explain details about Star Wars merchandise available in Argentina, much of it exclusive to that country.

Kid’s Costume Showcase
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Star Wars Family Room W311 – Interactive Zone

Star Wars is Forever II (2017): A Fandom Homecoming, A New Beginning
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Star Wars University – W300

There has been a Awakening …… have you felt it? Star Wars is Forever II (2017): A Fandom Homecoming, A New Beginning is a fun, spirited panel for fans, started by fans. This will be a celebratory panel on all things Star Wars from the fan perspective, past, present, and future.

From Star Wars to Rogue One: Unique Promotions from Spain
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Star Wars Collectors’ Stage – W307

Premiums and promotions have been part of the Star Wars universe since the very beginning. Spain produced some of the most hard-to-find items in the world, and now you can learn about these unique collectibles. A “Top 40” list from the common to the rarest in toys, trading cards, posters, water and even toothpaste, from La Guerra de las Galaxias to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Join Jose M Arosa, Spanish collector and enthusiast, to discover a whole world of new treasures to track, collect and share with friends.

Celebration Orlando Closing Ceremony
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Celebration, Galaxy, & Behind-the-Scenes Stages

Gather with your friends and fellow Star Wars fans to relive the best moments of the weekend, and bid farewell to another Celebration.