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Know Before You Go
There is so much to see and do at Star Wars Celebration! But before you arrive at the event, here’s some important information you should know to help you plan your trip.
Make sure to download our mobile app so you can plan your schedule, browse guests, view our show features and exhibitors, and so much more.
Badge Pick-Up
Badge Pick-up is the first step in your Star Wars Celebration experience. This is where you show the QR code for the ticket you purchased online and trade it in for a physical badge. You must wear your physical badge to enter and attend the event, so please remember to pick-up your badge before the weekend begins!
Early badge pick-up is highly recommended. Please visit us starting Tuesday, April 15! EXCLUSIVE: You can purchase an on-demand screen-printed T-shirt with a Celebration exclusive design only available for fans who pick up their tickets between Tuesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 17 by 2PM.
You can pick up your badge during the following times:
- Registration/Badge Pick-up Times (Hall 9, Level 1):
- Tuesday, April 15: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Wednesday, April 16: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday, April 17: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Friday, April 18: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday, April 19: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sunday, April 20: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Please bring your email confirmation QR Code along with your ID, such as passport, driver's license, or My Number card.
Venue Wi-Fi
Makuhari Messe has Free Wi-Fi service available in the 2F Central Mall. “Messe_Free_Wi-Fi” is available for 30 minutes of access at one time. If you want to continue use after 30 minutes, please connect again.
There will be NO Wi-Fi Service available on the Show Floor in Halls 1-7. If you are relying on Wi-Fi for connectivity, we recommend having offline copies or screenshotting any important information you need prior to entering the event, including:
- Your ticket confirmation QR codes for badge pick-up or merch pick-up
- Your Panel or Lightspeed Lane Reservation PDF tickets
- Pre-purchase photo op or autographing tickets
- Schedule information and the maps in the Celebration app, etc.
Payment Type Options for Celebration Store
These are the payment types that can be accepted at the Official Store.
Credit Card Brands:
VISA
Mastercard
JCB
American Express
Diners Club
Discover
Transit IC Cards (Transportation E-Money):
Kitaca
Suica
PASMO
TOICA
Manaca
ICOCA
SUGOCA
Nimoca
Hayakaken
*Note: PiTaPa is not supported
Other E-Money:
iD
QUICPay+
Food Hall
NEW at Star Wars Celebration!
We are excited to bring you a space dedicated to Japanese cuisine inspired by Star Wars. The Food Hall is located in Hall 7 with a variety of options to choose from.
Reservations
Panel Reservations
If you have a panel reservation for the Celebration Stage, Galaxy Stage or Twin Suns Stage, please make sure:
- You are at the correct stage! The stage for your reservation will be on your QR code confirmation.
- You have your QR code ready for scanning! Note: QR codes may only be scanned once. Please do not share it with others.
- You arrive at the stage queuing area 30 minutes in advance.
If you do not have a panel reservation, there will be a limited stand-by line at those three stages.
Lightspeed Lane Reservations
If you have a Lightspeed Lane reservation to shop the Official Celebration Show Store in Hall 9, please make sure you have your QR code ready for scanning! Please note: Your QR code may only be scanned once. Please do not share it with others.
If you do not have a Lightspeed Lane reservation, there will be a limited stand-by line at those three stages.
Star Wars Celebration Art Show
If you pre-ordered artwork, you can pick it up at the Art Show on the show floor. Head to the pre-order queue at the Art Show with a copy of your order. You will then receive a receipt to redeem for your artwork at the artist’s booth. You must pick up your order by 12:00 PM on Sunday, April 20.
Pre-ordered artwork is available for onsite pick up only. Fans that do not pick up their orders onsite will not be able to claim their purchased artwork after the event.
Other Helpful Pages
Here are a few other pages on our site that will help you in planning your trip!
The Cosplay Guide will teach you about cosplay etiquette in Japan, provide guidance about cosplay props and security, and give you information about cosplay changing rooms.
Make sure you know how to get to Makuhari Messe! It’s located at 2 Chome-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba, 261-8550.
Explore everything happening at Star Wars Celebration! From celebrity guests to the full panel and programming schedule to a list of exhibitors and exclusives, our Event Overview will share everything there is to see and do at Celebration.
Still looking for other information? Check out our FAQ page for help.
Remember: If you have questions that you cannot find the answer to on our website or in the app, ask a friendly Staff or Crew member and they will be happy to assist you. We can’t wait to see you soon!