549: LiningUp for The Mandalorian and Grogu!

All your upcoming events—in one place. From conventions and charity fundraisers to Star Wars gatherings, 2026 is already shaping up to be incrediblel. We’ve announced things here and there, but now we have more details and more specifics, so much that we needed to devote an entire episode so we can keep track as well.

Ready? Let’s go Skywalking into the future…

WonderCon — March 27–29 (Anaheim)
We’re excited to officially announce our “Star Wars After Dark Trivia Party” happening Friday, March 27 from 9–10 PM in Room 209 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Come test your knowledge, hang out with fellow fans, and kick off the weekend in true Star Wars style.

LiningUp Kick-Off Charity Bash — April 12 (Hollywood)
Join us at the Scum & Villainy Cantina for the Bash we’ve been talking about. This event launches the countdown to The Mandalorian and Grogu (opening May 22), and we’ve got some new details to share: doors open at 12 PM, the event runs from 1–6 PM, and there’s no entrance fee. We’ll also be raising money for the Starlight Children’s Foundation, with a goal of $2,500 raised at the event alone. Be sure to RSVP here so we know how many people to expect.

Lining Up for The Mandalorian and Grogu — May 19–21 (Hollywood)
We’re heading back to the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX forecourt for a multi-day fan line event leading up to the film’s release. Expect games, raffles, prizes, and surprises, along with plenty of chances to reconnect with friends and meet new ones. The Star Wars energy will be at an all-time high as we celebrate the first new film in nearly seven years. We’re still building out the full schedule, so stay tuned and RSVP here so we can get a good head count on tickets.

Comic Con Revolution — May 16–17 (Ontario, CA)
We’ll be hosting two trivia shows on Saturday: Star Wars Trivia and Pop Culture Trivia. Details on time and room are still to come.

San Diego Comic-Con — July 23–26 (San Diego, CA)
Nothing official just yet, as panel applications haven’t gone out, but we’re hoping to return for Star Wars Day on Friday, July 24. Stay tuned.

Rebel Scum Con 3 — August 7–9 (Frisco, TX)
We’ll be there regardless of panel news, which is still pending. Newly announced guests include Manny Jacinto, Sean Patrick Flanery, Donald Mills, and Matthew Willig.

Worldcon — August 27–31 (Anaheim)
We’re also looking ahead to the World Science Fiction Convention, another major gathering celebrating science fiction and fandom right here in Southern California.

Super Secret Official Star Wars Project — Fall 2026
We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes and just completed another major step last week. We’re hoping an official announcement is coming very soon, so stay tuned.

This is just the beginning. 2026 is packed, and we can’t wait to experience it all with you. Keep checking back for updates, and we’ll see you out there.

Today in Star Wars History

Let’s wish a Happy 90th Birthday to Patty Maloney, born March 17, 1936. Though she sadly passed away last March, she remains beloved to Star Wars fans as Lumpy in The Star Wars Holiday Special.

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