‘May the 4th’ Deals 2026: Inside the Surprising Origin of ‘Star Wars’ Day—Plus Must-Have ‘May the 4th Be With You’ Discounts!
From tumblers to T-shirts this collection of discounted merch is out of this world!
Key Takeaways
AI-generated summary reviewed by our editorial team.- Celebrate May the 4th: Rewatch movies and shop Disney, Star Wars and Amazon deals today.
- Know the history: Phrase appeared in a 1979 ad; events grew after 2011 and 2013.
- Buy fan gear: Mugs, tumblers and tees available from Disney and Amazon.
“May the Force be with you” is one of the most iconic lines from the Star Wars franchise and today, May the 4th, is the day to celebrate. If you’ve been looking for any excuse to rewatch your favorite films or buy that Star Wars themed merchandise, today is the day to take advantage of savings and deals.
Celebrate May the 4th by grabbing some of these fun, movie-themed products—from coffee mugs to candles to clothing. Check out what products you can find through Disney and the official Star Wars website and learn more about the meaning behind the day!
The surprising origin of May the Fourth
While the phrase was coined thanks to the line from the 1977 movie, the May the 4th celebration didn’t actually begin for another two years.
The phrase was first written in a newspaper ad on May 4, 1979 in honor of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative Party victory. The ad read, “May the Fourth Be With You, Maggie. Congratulations!”
But it wasn’t until years later that it gained any popularity. In the 1980s and ’90s, the phrase was used by the fans in reference to popular culture but it wasn’t until 2011 that the first organized Star Wars day took place at the Toronto Underground Cinema in Canada.
Then, 2013, when Lucasfilm was bought by Disney, they sprinkled some of their Disney magic and embraced “May the 4th” or Star Wars Day as an unofficial holiday, one now celebrated annually.
May the 4th finds
‘Star Wars’ tumbler glasses
These are the perfect find for any Star Wars fanatic and such a steal! Grab this set of 6 Star Wars themed tumbler glasses to enjoy your favorite beverages from while watching the movies. The designs included are: Red Leader Starfighter School; Jawa Pawn & Salvage; Chewie’s Starfighter Service & Repair; R2 Recycling; Master Yoda’s Meditation Center; Darth Vader Management Consulting.
The 16.9 ounce glasses can be used for your iced coffee, tea or even a cold beer! Get the set for $38.96 on Amazon right now for May the 4th!
The Mythosaur mug
The Mythosaur is an “Ancient creature found in the Mines of Mandalore, the extinct Mythosaur became a lasting symbol of the Mandalorians,” and very popular within the Star Wars franchise. Mythosaur coffee mug features the Mythosaur and a Mandalore Outer Rim travel logo—just what all Star Wars fans need to get their hands on.
Grab your ceramic, sculpted, 19-ounce mug and enjoy your morning coffee out of it for just $22.99 from the Disney store.
May the 4th t-shirt
Nothing says a May the 4th celebration quite like wearing a “May the 4th Be With You” t-shirt. Get comfortable and settle in for the film series while wearing your t-shirt or dress it up and head out to celebrate. This shirt comes in several different colors including white, baby blue, yellow, dark blue, pink, purple, red, olive, light gray and dark gray.
These t-shirts are currently priced at $19.99 on Amazon and are available in every size. You can also choose the fit type, including men’s, women’s, youth and more.
Other May the 4th deals you don’t want to miss
- Sideshow Collectibles: Up to 50% off select figures using code SWDEALS26.
- Her Universe: 50% off select Star Wars apparel, including the Ahsoka denim bomber jacket.
- LEGO Star Wars:
- Free Gifts: Free mini Millennium Falcon with $40+ purchases and Kamino Training Facility with $160+ purchases.
- Discounts: 20% off 75398 C-3PO, 75407 Brick-Built Star Wars Logo, and 75328 The Mandalorian Helmet.
Make sure to celebrate May the 4th the right way by enjoying the movies and grabbing this adorable merchandise!
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