The force is strong at Amazon: Shop Star Wars Day deals, exclusive drops and more
Star Wars Day is May the 4th, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the studio that created the franchise! In honor of this celebration, Amazon is offering some out of this galaxy deals on Star Wars-themed items, from toys to apparel and more. This Amazon Star Wars event will run through May the Sixth—the second annual dark-side holiday honoring Star Wars villains. This would be a great time to grab your favorite Star Wars memorabilia or a thoughtful gift for someone special.
During this sale, fans can discover exclusive merchandise, including special collaborations with Hasbro and Lego, plus an Amazon-exclusive event logo available through Merch on Demand. In addition, Amazon Prime member gaming enthusiasts will also enjoy complimentary access to select Star Wars titles on Amazon Luna and Prime Gaming. We've put together some of our favorite items below.
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