#CulturePH - Celebrate, we must: The Force is coming to Shangri-La Plaza

May the Fourth be with you and all Jedi Knights and Sith Lords who gather and get ready to build the galaxy as the LEGO Certified Store celebrates Star Wars May the 4th Be with you event only in Shangri-La Plaza from May 1 to 11. 

The celebration is part of a global extravaganza inviting fans to immerse themselves in the iconic Star Wars universe in time for May the Fourth. It’s also meant to mark LEGO and Star Wars’ 25-year partnership of celebrating the lore and characters of the beloved sci-fi saga, unveiling a cosmic lineup of brick toys including the new iteration of the LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series TIE Interceptor, a 1,931-piece set that pays homage to the Galactic Empire’s prized starfighter and exemplifies the artistry of LEGO designers with intricately made wings and a detailed cockpit interior. 

To further excite fans, LEGO Certified Store is showcasing more amazing Star Wars builds from Pinoy LEGO User Group (PinoyLUG) and Philippine LEGO Users Group (PHLUG) during a special exhibit at the Grand Atrium from May 1 to 11. It also features LEGO mosaics of memorable characters such as Darth Vader, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Luke Skywalker, and Ahsoka Tano as well as the new generation of Force wielders Kylo Ren and Rey. Get a chance to embrace the dark side too and sit on the throne of the legendary Sith Lord Darth Vader at the exhibit. 

And exactly on May the Fourth or Star Wars Day, the elite Stormtroopers from the 501st Legion Philippine Garrison and Rebel Legion: Bagong Pag-Asa Base fan org are going to descend upon the Grand Atrium at 3PM in their sleek white armors and helmets for a galactic takeover that fans should not miss. Make sure to stay on to catch some Jedi lightsaber action courtesy of the FightSaber Philippines, a fun trivia game, and a costume contest that’ll transport everyone to a galaxy far, far away. 

The revelry continues May 5 as 501st Legion Philippine Garrison, Rebel Legion: Bagong Pag-Asa Base, and  FightSaber Philippines return for another round of lightsaber bout and Star Wars characters roam around the Grand Atrium for photo ops with fans. Young builders from 4 to 14 can also unleash their creativity by joining LEGO Star Wars – My Own Creation challenge at the event’s Free Play area for a chance to win LEGO sets worth Php3,000. 

Star Wars fans should also check out exclusive offers from Shang’s own LEGO Certified Store from May 1 to 11. Spend at least Php3,000 worth of any LEGO Star Wars set to bring home LEGO Star Wars 25 Years keychain and/or notebook. Buy more LEGO sets along with Star Wars models and reach a single receipt worth Php15,000 for more stellar goodies like a free LEGO Star Wars Trade Federation Troop Carrier and LEGO AAT Polybag. Enjoy more LEGO May the Fourth deals with discounts of UP TO 20% on select LEGO Star Wars builds like the Millennium Falcon and R2-D2.

Whether you’re Team Jedi or Team Sith, ignite your lightsaber and be one with the Force for an epic journey to the LEGO Certified Store in Shangri-La Plaza this Star Wars Day! For updates and inquiries, follow Shangri-La Plaza on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shangrilaplazaofficial and on Instagram @shangrilaplazaofficial.