Due to the situation surrounding the coronavirus, the Star Wars Celebration convention has been canceled for 2020.
The official site made the following announcement with the news that Star Wars Celebration will return to the Anaheim Convention Center on August 18-21, 2022.
It’s also announced that those fans who choose to transfer their tickets to the 2022 show, will receive an exclusive Star Wars Celebration stormtrooper character pin.
Find the details below.
Star Wars Celebration announcement:
To our Star Wars Celebration Fans and Friends,
At Star Wars Celebration, the health and safety of our fans, attendees, exhibitors, guests and staff is always our number one priority. Due to the global impact of the 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.
While this news is disappointing, we are happy to announce that Star Wars Celebration will return to the Anaheim Convention Center on August 18-21, 2022.
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 22nd and must be completed by August 26th, 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.
We hope you are staying safe and healthy during these challenging times. We look forward to coming back together and celebrating with you in person at Star Wars Celebration 2022!
The Star Wars Celebration Team
Star Wars Celebration stormtrooper character pin:
As a token of our appreciation and to say thanks to 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! This limited-edition collector’s pin is only available to fans who opt to transfer their current 2020 tickets to the new 2022 event dates, and will not be offered anywhere else!
This exclusive stormtrooper pin is the first of over 50 unique Star Wars Celebration pins that will be revealed soon. Fans will receive one (1) stormtrooper pin for each 2020 ticket within their order that is transferred to the new 2022 event dates. If you opt to transfer your tickets to 2022 in lieu of requesting a refund, the pin will be automatically shipped to you before the end of the year, and no further action is required.
Head to the official site to transfer tickets or to request a refund and read the FAQ.