Parks & Recreation
Hastings, Nebraska 68901 (402) 461-2324
May the Fourth Be with You!
We are so excited to announce the City of Hastings inaugural 'May the Fourth Be with You' special event at Highland Park and the Hastings Museum! This Star Wars celebration cannot be matched in Central Nebraska and will be the place to be on May 4th, 2025! Sponsored by Hastings Vision Clinic and coordinated in conjunction with the Hastings Public Library and Hastings Museum, this free event needs to be on your calendar this Spring.
This event begins at 1:00pm and will feature food trucks, fun entertainment and special visitors from a galaxy far, far away! Want a taste? Here's what is locked in thus far...
501st Legion - This organization is an international fan-based group dedicated to the construction and wearing of screen-accurate replicas of Stormtroopers, Bounty Hunters, and other characters from the Star Wars universe. Also known as 'Vader's Fist', these individuals will be present and interactive during the event. Rumor is they are even bringing a droid!
Jedi Training Obstacle Course - The Hastings Parks & Recreation Department has put together a Jedi Training Obstacle Course that your kids will want to run through again and again!
Food Trucks and Vendors - This wouldn't be a Star Wars festival without food trucks and vendors! Check back as we get closer to see what food trucks and vendors will be making an appearance...
Want to be involved? - Reach out to the Hastings Parks and Recreation Department for secondary sponsorship opportunities, vendor booths or volunteer duties! We cannot wait for May 4th, 2025!