Holy Sith! Star Wars, Free Comic Book Day are Saturday. These Indy stores have you covered

Superheroes and padawans of every age have something special to look forward to this Saturday. Not only is it Star Wars Day, but Free Comic Book Day as well.

Many stores across the country will be hosting fun events and offering giveaways to celebrate this rare conjunction of pop culture, so grab a lightsaber and don your favorite asthmatic Sith-lord costume, because it's time to celebrate! Here's what you need to know.

What is Star Wars Day and why is it celebrated?

Star Wars is one of the most popular, most lucrative franchises in film history. You can't walk into a comic convention, like Indy's recent PopCon, without spotting a Jedi, a rebel or an Imperial stormtrooper.

Fans celebrate the galaxy far, far away on May 4, which is a nod to the franchise's most popular line, "May the Force (4th) be with you."

The best Star Wars deals you can shake a lightsaber at

Companies like Amazon and LEGO will offer discounts on Star Wars merchandise this month, according to StarWars.com, which lists several deals that are easy on a Jedi's wallet.

Here are some discounts that caught our eye.

Abrams Star Wars Day deals

• Take 40% off select Star Wars titles using the promo code “Force40” online!

• Offer valid April 23 - May 4.

Amazon Star Wars Day deals

• Get special offers in Amazon Stores on select Star Wars toys, apparel, and more, including exclusive Star Wars Day deals!

• Offer valid May 4.

BoxLunch Star Wars Day deals

• Take 25% off all Star Wars products.

• Offer valid May 4 - 5.

Dark Horse Comics Star Wars Day deals

• Save up to 50% off digital Star Wars comic and art books, now on sale through Dark Horse Digital.

• Offer valid April 30 - May 13.

Denuo Novo Star Wars Day deals

• Get 10% off all Star Wars items, including The Mandalorian Helmet and the First Order Stormtrooper Kit.

• Offer valid April 27 - May 4.

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Funko Star Wars Day deals

• Buy 3 Star Wars items, get 1 free!

• Offer valid May 1 - 5.

Gentle Giant Ltd. Star Wars Day deals

• Score 15% off all in-stock Star Wars collectibles using code FORCE15!

• Offer valid May 4 - 8.

LEGO Star Wars Day deals

• Pick up the new TIE Interceptor with exclusive early access for LEGO Insiders at select LEGO stores and online with a LEGO Insiders membership.

• LEGO Insiders will also receive three gifts with purchases of the new LEGO Star Wars TIE Interceptor: the Battle of Yavin collectible depicting Darth Vader’s cockpit view, the Trade Federation Troop Carrier set commemorating the 25th anniversary of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, and the AAT building set, while supplies last.

• Promotions valid May 1 - 5.

RoomMates Décor Star Wars Day deals

• Take 30% off select Star Wars Peel and Stick Wall Decals.

• Offer valid May 3 - 6.

Target Star Wars Day deals

• Enjoy 20% off select Star Wars items.

• Offer valid April 28 - May 4.

Walmart Star Wars Day deals

• Pick up an exclusive limited edition pin free with pre-order purchases of qualifying Hasbro products.

• Offer valid March 21 - May 13.

For a complete list of Star Wars Day deals, visit StarWars.com/news/star-wars-day-deals/.

Free Comic Book Day is on May 4, 2024. Here's what that means

Free Comic Book Day is celebrated once every year on the first Saturday in May. For one day only, publishers offer a select number of comics devoted fans can snag at no cost inside participating stores.

What comic books are free May 4, 2024?

This year, a committee of comic shop retailers chose 48 titles, according to the organization's website.

Fans have a wide variety of new and familiar franchises to explore, which include Star Wars, Archie, Doctor Who and manga favorites like One Piece.

“Every year, we strive to bring fans a memorable Free Comic Book Day experience," said Ashton Greenwood, a spokesperson for Free Comic Book Day in an earlier news release. "We know comic book retailers are looking forward to treating their communities to a day of fun and discovery, and we think this year’s comic book selection really reflects that!”

Here's a rundown of everything you can get by item code and description.

More information about the catalog, as well as comic previews, can be found on the organization's official website.

Where to get free comic books in Indianapolis

Several Indianapolis comic stores are listed as Free Comic Book Day participants this year. They include these locations:

• Collectors Paradise

  • 5618 E WASHINGTON ST

  • INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46219

  • (317) 357-2291

• Mage's Comics and Games

  • 7623 SHELBY STREET

  • INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46227

  • 317-473-6116

• Downtown Comics - Downtown Indianapolis

  • 11 EAST MARKET ST

  • INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46204

  • (317) 237-0397

• Comic Book University

  • 7800 SHELBY ST, STE 7

  • INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46227

  • (317) 885-6395

• Prideland Collectibles

  • 5668 CRAWFORDSVILLE RD, STE D

  • SPEEDWAY, IN, 46224

  • (317) 377-4977

• Comic Carnival

  • 7235 N KEYSTONE AVE, SUITE E

  • INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46240

  • (317) 253-8882

Indianapolis Public Library to carry free comics

All branches of the Indianapolis Public Library will carry free comic books Saturday while supplies last, according to a news release. The library credited Downtown Comics for assisting with the donation and noted readers of every age are able to check out thousands of free e-comic books using their library card.

For a complete list of comic shops participating in Free Comic Book Day in your area, visit comicshoplocator.com.

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John Tufts covers trending news for the Indianapolis Star. Send him a news tip at JTufts@Gannett.com. Follow him on X at @JTuftsReports.

This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: How to celebrate Star Wars Day and Free Comic Book Day in Indianapolis