Star Wars Celebration 2020 has been canceled due to ongoing health concerns

Last Updated on July 30, 2021

Just like so many other events this year, Star Wars Celebration 2020 has been canceled, according to an official statement from Disney and LucasFilm.

"At Star Wars Celebration, the health and safety of our fans, attendees, exhibitors, guests and staff is always our number one priority," organizers said in a statement on Monday. "Due to the global impact of COVID-19 virus and in speaking with local and state authorities on the latest public health guidelines related to indoor conventions, we have made the decision to cancel Star Wars celebration for 2020."

News of the event's cancellation is most unfortunate, especially when you consider that this is the show's first cancellation in Celebration history. The annual gathering, which revolves around all things Star Wars, traditionally hosts panels that are dedicated to the franchise's history as well as its future. I'm talking of course about Star Wars-centric films, television shows, video games, theme park attractions and much more. Fear not though, my Rebels, the show will return in 2022, August 19-22.

If you've already purchased tickets for this year's show, rest assured that your efforts to attend will not have been in vain. As it happens, fans who've purchased tickets can request a refund or have their tickets transferred to the next Star Wars Celebration. You'll have to sort your hotel reservations yourself, of course, but that's a small price to pay considering that you can simply roll your place in the show over to the 2022 event.

Below you'll find more details about refunds, as well as what to do about your pre-ordered Star Wars Celebration merch:

Tickets Transfers and Refunds: Fans who were planning to attend Star Wars Celebration Anaheim this year may either transfer their current ticket purchase to the new event dates, receive a refund or receive a credit for Star Wars Celebration merchandise. As a token of our appreciation and to thank all Star Wars Celebration 2020 fans who choose to transfer their tickets to the 2022 show, we are excited to offer a free exclusive Star Wars Celebration stormtrooper character pin for all transferred tickets. All information about transferring your tickets or requesting a refund can be found at starwarscelebration.com and all ticket holders will receive an e-mail with detailed instructions on how to submit your request.

Merchandise: If you pre-ordered merchandise you have the option to still receive your order, or you may request a refund. Please note: All of the incredible, exclusive merchandise planned for Star Wars Celebration Anaheim will be available for purchase online in the not so distant future and fans that choose to receive a merchandise credit will be able to use it at that time.

Important: The ticket refund and merchandise credit request period will open on Monday, June 22 and must be completed by August 26, 2020. Additionally, if you’ve booked a hotel in the official room block through our housing portal, your reservation will automatically be canceled. Please remember to adjust any additional travel arrangements you may have.

Best of luck to you as sort the details of this year's Star Wars Celebration being no more, and may the force be with you, always.