EVERY Panel You Can Attend at the 2022 Star Wars Celebration

Are you counting down the days until this year’s Star Wars Celebration?

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This year’s event, which will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center, is already looking like it’s going to be a LOT of fun. We’ve previously learned more about the Celebration’s health and safety policy updates, and we’ve even seen a sneak peek at celebrity guests attending this year’s event! Now, we have a FULL schedule of every panel happening at Star Wars Celebration!

Here’s the FULL schedule of panels at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022!

Thursday, May 26th

Lucasfilm’s Studio Showcase

11:00AM – 12:30PM, Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages

Lucasfilm’s Studio Showcase kicks off Star Wars Celebration will bring Lucasfilm’s live-action filmmakers and other special guests to the Celebration Stage to discuss Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, The Mandalorian, and more!

Attack of the Chords: The Music of Episode II with David W. Collins

1:00PM – 2:00PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

This panel, hosted by David W. Collins, will celebrate the music of Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones with a look at how the music connects to the characters in the film.

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Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories From a Galaxy Far, Far Away

1:00PM – 2:00PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

This panel, moderated by Michael Siglain, is for fans of the Star Wars comics, novels, and other written stories. Fans will learn more about new and upcoming titles with all-new announcements.

Ian McDiarmid: An Audience with The Emperor 

1:30PM – 2:30PM, Live on the Celebration Stage

The Emperor himself, Ian McDiarmid, joins the Celebration Stage for a discussion about his role in the Star Wars universe, with behind-the-scenes stories.

Star Wars Collectibles Update with Lucasfilm’s Brian Merten

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

Celebrate all the Star Wars things you love to collect and learn more about prop replicas, figures, statues, and more. You’ll also learn about new collectibles coming soon.

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The High Republic: For Light and Life

3:00PM – 4:00PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

Moderator and Star Wars: The High Republic Show host Krystina Arielle will bring authors Claudia Gray, Justina Ireland, Daniel José Older, Cavan Scott, and Charles Soule, along with Lucasfilm’s James Waugh and Michael Siglain to the stage to discuss the High Republic age of the Jedi. Expect new announcements from Phase II: Quest of the Jedi.

Friday, May 27th

The Summer of LEGO Star Wars

12:30PM – 1:30PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

LEGO and Lucasfilm come together to celebrate the Summer of LEGO Star Wars. Panelists involved with everything LEGO — from products to games to animation — will dive into the LEGO Star Wars galaxy and learn more about new things to come.

Star Wars Mos Eisley Cantina Set at LEGO Store at Disney Springs

Lucasfilm Publishing: Behind the Page

12:30PM – 1:30PM, Live on the Twins Suns Stage

This panel is for fans of non-fiction, novelty, and other Star Wars books, featuring new titles from Abrams, DK, Insight Editions, and more.

Star Wars: Attack of the Clones 20th Anniversary Celebration

2:00PM – 3:00PM, Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy Stage

Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Star Wars: Attack of the Clones with other fans while special guests take to the stage to talk about their Attack of the Clones memories, as well as offer up some behind-the-scenes insight.

Star Wars Merchandise Sneak Peek- Disney Parks & ShopDisney

2:00PM – 3:00PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

You want to know more about exclusive merchandise? This is the panel for you! You’ll get a sneak peek into new merchandise collections to arrive at both Disney Parks and on shopDisney.

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Go beyond the spires in Virtual Reality: Making of ILMxLAB’s Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge

3:30PM – 4:30PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

If you ever wanted to know how a virtual reality video game was made, here’s your chance. Go behind-the-scenes with creators of Star Wars: Tales From The Galaxy’s Edge.

Hasbro Star Wars Panel

3:30PM – 4:30PM, Live on the Twins Suns Stage

Hasbro and Lucasfilm team up for this panel to discuss Hasbro’s Star Wars line. Expect some surprises along the way.

From a Galaxy Far, Far Away to a Disney Park Near You

4:00PM – 5:00PM, Live on the Celebration Stage

Live through a chronological timeline of Star Wars at Disney Parks around the world. Imagineers will discuss everything from Star Tours to Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser to Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge on the Disney Wish.

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney World

35 Years of Star Tours Adventures with D23

5:00PM – 6:00PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

It’s the 35th anniversary of Star Tours, and D23, the Official Disney Fan Club, is celebrating! Learn more about the attraction from the Imagineers and filmmakers who helped make it happen.

Let’s Play Star Wars! – A Galaxy of Tabletop Games

5:00PM – 6:00PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

Do you love Star Wars tabletop gaming? Three of Asmodee’s tabletop gaming studios (Atomic Mass Games, Fantasy Flight Games, and Z-Man Games) will discuss the games they’ve created in the Star Wars universe, and offer a sneak peek into upcoming games.

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Behind the Audiobook: Making an Audio Original Star Wars Adventure [PRH Audio]

6:30PM – 7:30PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

Here’s your chance to learn more about Star Wars audiobooks, including Doctor Aphra and Tempest Runner. This panel is moderated by PRH Audio executive producer Nick Martorelli.

Saturday, May 28th

Mando+ :  A Conversation with Jon Favreau & Dave Filoni

11:00AM – 12:00PM, Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages

Join Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, along with some special guests, as they talk all things The Mandalorian, as well as discuss what’s to come for the series.

Behind the Scenes of The Mandalorian & The Book of Boba Fett

1:00PM – 2:00PM, Live on the Celebration Stage

Here’s your chance to learn some behind-the-scenes secrets behind Star Wars first two live-action shows. The teams behind the series’ visual effects, creature effects, and sound will share insight into the work they did for both shows in bringing them to life. You’ll also learn more about how miniatures continue to be important in visual effects and learn more about new technologies.

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Star Wars Cosplay Competition

1:00PM – 2:00PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

Cosplayers from all over the galaxy will join the Cosplay Competition to show off their love of their favorite Star Wars characters and costuming.

Star Wars: Hunters – Welcome to the Greatest Show in the Galaxy

1:00PM – 2:00PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

Learn more about Star Wars: Hunters, which brings an original cast of characters for a 4v4 arena combat game. Zynga and Lucasfilm teams will be on hand to discuss how the title came to life and share behind-the-scenes looks at what’s coming next.

Tales of the Jedi

2:30PM – 3:30PM, Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages

Tales of the Jedi is an animated series of anthologies — learn more about it with host Amy Ratcliffe and special guest Dave Filoni.

Doug Chiang: Designing THE MANDALORIAN

4:00PM – 5:00PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

The Mandalorian Production Designer and Lucasfilm’s Vice President and Executive Creative Director Doug Chiang takes to the stage to talk about how EVERYTHING in The Mandalorian was designed. Learn about his design process and see rare artwork from Lucasfilm’s Art Department. Guests will also have an opportunity to ask Doug their own questions.

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Marvel Star Wars Comics

4:30PM – 5:30PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

Marvel editor-in-chief C.B. Cebulski, along with more Marvel comic book artists and writers, join together to discuss Star Wars comics, including new stories and books that are coming soon.

I am C-3PO with Anthony Daniels

5:30PM – 6:30PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

Join C3-PO actor Anthony Daniels as he relives his experiences of bringing everyone’s favorite protocol android to life. He’ll share some of his best anecdotes and stories with fans, some of which have never been heard before.

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Del Rey: Behind-the-Scenes

6:00PM – 7:00PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

Learn about Del Rey’s upcoming Star Wars books:  Brotherhood, Shadow of the Sith, and The Princess and the Scoundrel. This panel is moderated by Del Rey senior editor Tom Hoeler.

Sunday, May 29th

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2

11:00AM – 12:00PM, Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages

Host David Collins invites Star Wars: The Bad Batch executive producer and supervising director Brad Rau, executive producer and head writer Jen Corbett, story editor Matt Michnovetz, actors Dee Bradley Baker (the Bad Batch) and Michelle Ang (Omega) to the stage to discuss the first season of The Bad Batch, as well as to give hints of what’s coming up next for the animated series.

A Look Back at Star Wars: Visions 

12:30PM – 1:30PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

Team members from Lucasfilm and Qubic Pictures will discuss all things Star Wars: Visions. The panel will share highlights from the series’ production, include never-before-seen concept art, and more.

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Wonderful World of Wookiees

1:00PM – 2:00PM, Live on the Galaxy Stage

If youi love Wookiees, this is the panel for you. Join host Amy Ratcliffe, as well as special guests Joonas Suotamo (Chewbacca – Episodes 7, 8, 9, and Solo: A Star Wars Story), Carey Jones (Krrsantan – The Book of Boba Fett), and Charles Soule (the author behind The High Republic’s Burryaga Agaburry) for a discussion of all things Wookiee.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars “The Siege of Mandalore” Screening

1:00PM – 3:00PM, Live on the Celebration Stage

Host David Collins will be joined by Dave Filoni, Carrie Beck, and Athena Portillo for a screening of “The Seige of Mandalore,” the story arc that acted as the end of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series.

Behind the Scenes – The Creatures of Return of the Jedi

2:00PM – 3:00PM, Live on the Twin Suns Stage

This one is for those fans who love Star Wars monsters and creatures. Special guest and Return of the Jedi creature maker, Kirk Thatcher along with FX artist Tom Spina (Regal Robot, Tom Spina Designs), Amy Ratcliffe, and Jason and Gabe from Blast Points Podcast will take to the stage to talk about all the wonderful creatures of Return of the Jedi, including Jabba the Hutt.

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Celebration Anaheim Closing Ceremony

3:30PM – 4:30PM, Live on the Celebration, Galaxy, and StarWars.com Stages

Gather together with all your fellow Star Wars fans for this recap of the weekend and to say goodbye to another Celebration. The closing ceremony will also feature special guests that fans won’t want to miss.

Star Wars Celebration will be held from May 26th through 29th — we’ll keep you updated on any other big announcements, so stay tuned to DFB for more!

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