8 Out-of-This-Galaxy Star Wars Day Kids Activities
May the 4th Be With You! This fun phrase, based on the iconic Star Wars line “May the Force be with you,” has become an unofficial holiday for Star Wars fans around the world. It’s the perfect time to celebrate May the 4th with Star Wars Day kids activities that are creative, fun, and full of Jedi spirit.
Star Wars is a universe that brings generations together. Whether you grew up with the original trilogy, fell in love with the prequels, or are discovering the galaxy through today’s The Mandalorian or Young Jedi Adventures, May 4th is a great way to bond with your kids and embrace your inner nerd.
Here are 8 awesome May the 4th Be With You kids activities to celebrate in style:
1. DIY Lightsaber Craft
Use pool noodles, duct tape, and markers to create kid-safe lightsabers. Let kids customize their own with colors and stickers.
2. Jedi Training Course
Set up an obstacle course in your backyard or living room. Include balance beams, jumping challenges, and lightsaber practice for your little Padawans.
3. Star Wars Storytime
Read Star Wars books together, from picture books to junior novels. Or invent your own Star Wars adventure and act it out!
4. Galaxy-Inspired Snacks
Make blue milk (just add blue food coloring to your child’s favorite milk) and Wookiee cookies (furry coconut-topped treats).
5. Young Jedi Coloring Station
Print out coloring pages of Grogu, Yoda, and your favorite droids. Add glitter, glow-in-the-dark crayons, and space stickers!
6. Dress Like Your Favorite Character
Pull together simple costumes from what you have at home—capes, robes, buns, and cardboard helmets go a long way.
7. Star Wars Movie Marathon (Kid Edition)
Watch age-friendly shows like Young Jedi Adventures or episodes of The Mandalorian to introduce the galaxy far, far away.
8. Make a Star Wars Kindness Mission
Have kids write kind messages or draw fun doodles for friends and neighbors—just like a true Jedi spreading hope!
No matter how you celebrate, these May the 4th activities are a fun way to inspire creativity, kindness, and connection with your little Jedi.
