Star Wars Celebration 2025 was a massive event that brought together fans from all over the world to learn about the future of the galaxy far far away. Held at Makuhari Messe in Tokyo Japan the celebration ran officially from April 18 to April 20 but because of time differences fans in other parts of the world were able to tune in and catch the action earlier. The event was packed with panels exclusive interviews and lots of surprises that gave fans a look at what Lucasfilm has planned for the years ahead. From new animated series to live action shows movies books and more there was something for everyone to get excited about.
One of the first big things announced at the event was the screening of Star Wars Visions Volumes 1 and 2. This took place during a special panel that ran from 1pm to 2pm Japan Time which is 12am to 1am Eastern Time and 9pm to 10pm Pacific Time. Star Wars Visions is known for its unique take on the Star Wars universe with each episode being created by different animation studios from around the world. The screening gave fans a chance to see some of the best episodes from the first two volumes and set the stage for what was to come.
A major highlight of the celebration was the announcement of a brand new animated series called Star Wars Maul Shadow Lord. This show is set to be released in 2026 and will act as a direct sequel to The Clone Wars. Maul was a fan favorite character who played a big role in the final arc of The Clone Wars known as The Siege of Mandalore. After that he also appeared in Star Wars Rebels but there was a gap in his story between those two shows. Shadow Lord will fill in that gap and show what happened to Maul right after The Clone Wars ended. Sam Witwer who voices Maul confirmed that the series will be more of a Clone Wars sequel rather than a Rebels prequel. This means fans will get to see Mauls journey as he deals with the aftermath of the Clone Wars and what comes next for him.
Another big announcement was about Ahsoka Season 2. The first season of Ahsoka was a huge hit when it came out in 2023. It continued the story from Star Wars Rebels and introduced fans to a new galaxy. The show also featured Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in a heroic role for the first time since 2005s Revenge of the Sith. Season 2 will pick up right where Season 1 left off with Ahsoka Sabine and the shows villains still trapped on the planet Peridea. The new season is set to be released in 2026 and is expected to shake up the galaxy once again with new adventures and surprises.
Lucasfilm also revealed details about upcoming books and comics at a special panel during New York Comic Con 2025. One of the most exciting new books is called Star Wars Legacy. This novel will be written by best selling author Madeleine Roux and will follow Rey as she trains under Leia Organa. The story will focus on Rey and Leia going on a quest to mend the Skywalker lightsaber. This book is set to be released on July 28 2026 and is already highly anticipated by fans. Another new book called Star Wars Eyes Like Stars was also announced but details about its plot are still being kept under wraps.
In addition to novels Lucasfilm Publishing revealed that there will be a new romance book coming out. This will be the first official romance book in the Star Wars universe and is expected to explore new relationships and stories within the galaxy. There will also be new comics concept art collections and even a crochet book for fans who want to make their own Star Wars themed crafts. The publishing panel showed that there is a lot of variety coming to the world of Star Wars books and comics in the next few years.
Star Wars Visions Volume 3 was also released during the celebration. This new volume features more unique stories and animation styles from different studios around the world. One of the standout episodes is called Master of Evil which follows Darth Vader and the Galactic Empire months after the Jedi Purge. In this story Palpatine gives a Commander one of the most dangerous tasks in the galaxy. Fans got to see this episode and others during the event and were excited to see how the Visions series continues to push the boundaries of Star Wars storytelling.
The Mandalorian and Grogu was another big topic at the celebration. The movie is set to open on May 22 2026 and will be the first Star Wars theatrical release since 2019s Star Wars Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker. This marks a return to the big screen for the Star Wars franchise and fans are eager to see what adventures Din Djarin and Grogu will have in the movie. Details about the plot are still being kept secret but the announcement alone was enough to get fans excited.
There were also updates on other projects like Star Wars Eclipse which is still being worked on. This game is being developed by Quantic Dream and is expected to bring a new kind of Star Wars experience to players. SWTOR Update 78 was also previewed giving fans a look at new content coming to the popular online game.
Lucasfilm Publishing revealed more titles for 2025 and 2026 including a new story set between Star Wars The Last Jedi and Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker. This story will explore what happened in the galaxy during that time and is expected to tie into other projects in the Star Wars universe. There will also be more comics and concept art collections for fans to enjoy.
Another interesting announcement was about a new novel called Star Wars The Jaws of Jakku. This book will take fans back to the planet Jakku where Rey was first introduced. In the story Rey is struggling with her Jedi training and in her search for answers she teams up with Poe Finn and BB8. Together they meet someone who is surprisingly similar to the aspiring Jedi. This book is expected to give fans a deeper look at Rey and her journey as a Jedi.
The celebration also featured panels and interviews with some of the stars of the Star Wars franchise. Fans got to hear from actors and creators about their experiences working on the shows and movies. There were exclusive interviews and behind the scenes looks at how some of the projects were made. These panels gave fans a chance to connect with the people who bring Star Wars to life and learn more about the creative process.
Throughout the event there were also reveals about collectibles games and other merchandise. Fans got to see new action figures costumes and other items that will be available in the coming months. The celebration was not just about announcements but also about celebrating the community of Star Wars fans and the impact the franchise has had on people around the world.
Overall Star Wars Celebration 2025 was a landmark event that gave fans a look at the future of the galaxy far far away. With new animated series live action shows movies books comics games and more there is plenty to look forward to in the years ahead. The event showed that Lucasfilm is committed to telling new stories and exploring different parts of the Star Wars universe. Fans can expect more adventures surprises and excitement as the franchise continues to grow and evolve.
