Star Wars fans swarm Anaheim Convention Center for 4-day event

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Friday, April 17, 2015
Star Wars Celebration: 4-day event kicks off in Anaheim
Thousands of die-hard fans are flocking to the Anaheim Convention Center, where the Star Wars Celebration convention kicked off on Thursday.

ANAHEIM, Calif. (KABC) -- Thousands of die-hard fans are flocking to the Anaheim Convention Center, where the Star Wars Celebration convention kicked off on Thursday.

Some fans even camped overnight to stake their place in line. Many were decked out in their finest Star Wars gear, some even toting lightsabers or sporting Princess Leia's iconic hair do.

From Wookiees to Clone Troopers, the four-day Star Wars Celebration honors all that the iconic film franchise has spawned over the past 38 years. There are hundreds of exhibits and interactive shows involving celebrity guests and autograph sessions.

Anaheim Convention Center

800 W. Katella Ave.

Anaheim, CA 92802

(714) 765-8950

Thursday, April 16 -- 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday, April 17 -- 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 18 -- 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sunday, April 19 -- 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For more event information, visit www.starwarscelebration.com.