Stormtroopers prepare to enter the Logan Inn on South Main Street in New Hope. (New Hope Chamber of Commerce)
NEW HOPE, PA — New Hope will be transported to a place "far, far away" this weekend during a four-day Star Wars-inspired May the 4th celebration.
Organized by the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, a record-breaking 60 businesses, restaurants, bars and other locations will be taking part in the event this year, which runs from May 1 to 4.
Visitors can move from one storefront to the next, discovering themed cocktails, specialty menus, retail promotions and interactive moments throughout New Hope.
Each business will be bringing its own interpretation, creating an experience that feels organic, creative, and constantly evolving, organizers say.
A highlight of the weekend will take place on Sunday, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., when members of the 501st Legion (Garrison Carida) will be "storming" the town. Known for their highly detailed, volunteer-based costumes, the group will add a visual element that will bring the streets to life and give visitors a chance to interact and take photos.
“This is one of those weekends that shows exactly what New Hope does best,” said Michael Sklar, president of the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce. “It’s creative, it’s artsy, and with 60 small businesses putting their own spin on it, the entire town becomes an experience. It brings people in, supports the local community, shows off our artsy town and gives visitors something they can’t find anywhere else.”
Stormtroopers will be invading New Hope over the weekend.
The weekend is driven almost entirely by small, independently owned businesses. From restaurants and bars to boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops, each stop offers something different, encouraging visitors to explore deeper into town rather than staying in one place, said Sklar.
Guests can expect a wide range of themed offerings throughout the weekend, including food and drink specials, retail promotions, giveaways, and interactive experiences designed to engage both visitors and locals.
Participating businesses span nearly every category in New Hope and beyond, reinforcing the scale and diversity of the event.
Confirmed participants include: Reed’s Breakfast Bar, Bird’s Nest Bar & Grille/Golf at the Nest, God Save The Qweens, New Hope House of Jerky, Suzie’s Hot Shoppe, Optical Shop of New Hope, Love Saves the Day, Sun Beam General Store, The Den, Esoterica, Thirteen Vintage, The Catwalk of New Hope, New Hope Apparel Co., John & Peter’s Place, Whatever’s Hot, Fran’s Pub, Giovanni’s Dillicious Pickles, Route 32 Riding Gear, uP Made, Farley’s Bookshop, 4 The Luv of Thingz, Goody Bag & Basket Co., Syn Boutique, CHROMIUM Space Sound Gallery, Last Temptation, Wild Hart Paper, African Masks Plus, Pet Photos Plus, The Village Mage, Dark Moon Crystals & Curiosities, Arete Gallery, House of India, Ditto Vintage, Terri’s Gifts, and Country Fair Chocolates.
Also, Ivy Lane, Dark Side of the Wood, True Believers Barber Shop, Night Bird Vintage Clothing, Doubles by Human Robot, MAINSTREET Harvest, Oldestone Steakhouse, GreenHouse New Hope, Poppa Frank’s, Gelato Shop, The Creeper Gallery, Nightmare in New Hope, Sweet Repeat Records, Playhouse Deck at Bucks County Playhouse, Nomad Distilling Co., Magic Kava, Eight Hands Farm & Bee Co., Spatola’s Pizza, Wax N Scent Studio, Red Tulip Gallery, Cigar Cigar, Olive & Grape, The Burgerly, Nosh, Moo Hope, Cugini’s Italian Kitchen, and Steam Soapery.
Here's a taste of what visitors can expect:
Reed's Breakfast Bar will be serving two unique breakfast creations - The Baby Yoda made with vanilla Nitro Cold Brew with Vanilla Bean Matcha and whipped topping, and the Baby Yoda Sweet Stack, a mini pancake tray with three stacks of mini pancakes, maple drizzle, and matcha sugar with Light Saber skewers
The Bird's Nest Bar & Grille/Golf at the Nest will be pouring three themed drinks - Baby Yoda (Grogu) made with Malibu, Midori, Pineapple & Sprite; Dark (Side) & Stormy made with Light & Dark Rums, Ginger Beer & Lime; and Jedi Julep, a mix of Thomas Jefferson Bourbon, Simple Syrup, and Fresh Mint.
God Save The Qweens will be offering 10 percent off on Doc Martens only. They are a must-have with any Star Wars costume.
New Hope House of Jerky is offering five percent off for customers dressed in a Star Wars costume.
Suzie's Hot Shoppe will be offering "a surprise" to anyone who comes in dressed in a Star Wars costume.
The Optical Shop of New Hope will be serving complimentary cup of coffee and 15 percent off for anyone who says, “May the force be with you.”
Love Saves the Day will offer 10 percent off for customers wearing a Star Wars costume.
The Den will offer a complimentary New Hope Star Wars T-Shirt with the purchase of $20 or more.
The Catwalk of New Hope will offer 10 percent off when a customer is wearing a Star Wars costume.
New Hope Apparel Co. - 10 percent off when in a Star Wars costume.
John & Peter's Place will be serving Blue Milk made with Stoli Vanilla Vodka or Malibu, Blueberry Purée and Lemonade (final recipe TBC)
Fran's Pub will be pouring Tatooine Sunrise made with El Jimador Tequila, Orange Juice & Grenadine
Giovanni's Dillicious Pickles offering a Jar Jar Sale with 20 percent off for customers in costume.
Route 32 Riding Gear: 5 percent off if in a Star Wars costume
uP Made: 10 percent off if in a Star Wars costume
Farley's Bookshop: 5 percent off if in a Star Wars costume
4 The Luv of Thingz: Complimentary sticker if dressed in a Star Wars costume
Goody Bag & Basket Co.: 50 percent off Star Wars Pez
Syn Boutique: 5 percent off with the phrase “May the force be with you" and 10 percent off if wearing a Star Wars costume.
CHROMIUM Space Sound Gallery: 10 percent off with the phrase "May the force be with you," are in costume, or are playing a Star Wars song.
Last Temptation: 10 percent off with the phrase, “May the force be with you. ”
Wild Hart Paper: 10 percent off in costume or with the phrase “May the force be with you"
African Masks Plus: $25 off sculpted masks when in a Star Wars costume
Pet Photos Plus: $10 off giant dog toys and pottery when in a Star Wars costume
The Village Mage: 13 percent off when in a Star Wars costume
Dark Moon Crystals & Curiosities: 10 percent off crystals and jewelry when in a Star Wars costume
Arete Gallery: 10% off when in a Star Wars costume
House of India: 10% off when in a Star Wars costume
Ditto Vintage: 10% off in costume or with the phrase “May the force be with you”
Terri's Gifts — Memorabilia & Collectibles: 10% off in costume or with the phrase “May the force be with you”
Country Fair Chocolates: 10% off chocolate covered strawberries in costume or with the phrase “May the force be with you”
the Ivy Lane: 10% off if in a Star Wars costume
Dark Side of the Wood: Complimentary handcrafted wooden guitar pick in costume or with phrase “May the force be with you
True Believers Barber Shop: 10% off retail items in costume or with the phrase “May the force be with you”
Night Bird Vintage Clothing: 5% off with the phrase “May the force be with you.” And 10% off in costume.
Doubles by Human Robot: Complimentary Milk Tubes of Tmavy 13 Beer — say “Milk the tubes be with you.” Must be 21+ with valid ID.
MAINSTREET Harvest: 15% off in costume or with the phrase “May the force be with you.” Complimentary mystery gift if in costume
Greenhouse: "Lightsaber Line Up Shot Flight - Yoda Shot | Jedi Shot | Sith Shot. Grogu Martini.
Poppa Frank's: Earth Vader Darkness Coffee and C3PO Cinnamon Rolls.
Gelato Shop: 10 percent off when dressed in costume.
The Creeper Gallery: 10 percent when dressed in costume or with the phrase, "May the Force Be With You."
Nightmare in New Hope: 10% off with the phrase “May the force be with you” and 20 percent off in costume.
Sweet Repeat Records: Enter to win a Star Wars Picture Disc Album: Mandalorian Season 2; Playhouse Deck/Bucks County Playhouse; Star Wars Quizzo — Sunday May 3rd in the playhouse courtyard (weather permitting); and Star Wars themed cocktails May 1st to 4th
Nomad Distilling Co.: $10 Star Wars Cocktails (21+ with valid ID). Obsidian Fuel - Miner's Root Beer & Noble Bourbon. Black Orbit - Litty Blackberry & 91 Whiskey. Grave Current - Miner's Root Beer topped with Whiskey. Solar Flare - Litty Lemonade & Peach Moonshine. Rebel Bloom - Litty Strawberry & 91 Whiskey.
Magic Kava: Kava The Hutt Coffee - save 50% in costume or with the phrase “May the force be with you.” 10 percent off retail in costume or with the phrase, "May the Force Be With You."
Eight Hands Farm & Bee Co.: 10% off in costume or with phrase “May the force be with you"
Wax N Scent Studio: MAY THE FLAME BE WITH YOU Create your own custom candle during Star Wars Week. In costume: choose 10% off, comp crystal upgrade, or comp fragrance upgrade
Red Tulip Gallery: * 10% off with the phrase “May the force be with you”
Cigar Cigar: 5% off in costume or with phrase “May the force be with you”
For a full list of participating businesses, updates, and event details, click here or follow @visitnewhope on Facebook and Instagram.