Star Wars Day In Joliet Will Move To New Location In June

(The following edited press release is from Mallory Hewlett, communications manager at the Joliet Public Library.)

JOLIET ? Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience at a brand-new location. On Saturday, June 7, the Joliet Public Library?s 14th Annual Star Wars Day is taking its epic celebration to Duly Health and Care Field, home of the Joliet Slammers, located at 1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive.

Due to the uncertainties surrounding construction timelines, the venue just east of the event?s traditional downtown location, offers an expanded space to host the galaxy?s largest Star Wars festival in the region.

Look for all your favorites including merchandise vendors, artists, authors, games, and food at this new location. A parade route will be announced closer to the event. The event hours will be 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fans who can?t get enough Star Wars will want to stick around after the event, as the Joliet Slammers will host Star Wars Night during their 6:05 p.m. game against the Gateway Grizzlies. Fans can enjoy their favorite Star Wars festivities before catching the Slammers in action.

For sponsorship opportunities or to learn how to become a vendor, please contact Val Devine at vdevine@jolietlibrary.org. You can also visit https://jolietlibrary.org/star-wars-day/ or call 815-740-2673.