May the 4th Be With You


Event Overview

RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/980359820909603 Join us for a Star Wars-themed concert and interactive experience hosted by three incredible Chico-based non-profits: Maker Radio (94.5FM), Chico Fab Lab, and Chico Creative Reuse. The event will take place on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, at 603 Orange Street, Chico, California, 95928. The venue is accessible via Orange Street and located just north of the intersection with 6th Street.

The event begins at 3:00 PM and concludes at 7:00 PM. This event is designed to be highly immersive, interactive, and inclusive. The event is free, but a $10 suggested donation is appreciated to support the ongoing work of our nonprofit hosts.

Calling All Star Wars-Loving Non-Profits!

We welcome all nonprofits to join this unique opportunity to share your work through a Star Wars-themed lens. Whether it’s a Jedi meditation booth, sustainability through droid repair, or an art-based stormtrooper march—you can table your idea or join an existing creative space. Reach out to erin@makerradio.org if you’re interested.

Donate Your Star Wars Swag!

if you have cool or notable memorabilia or Star Wars related items that you’d like to donate to our 501(c)3 get in touch with erin@makerradio.org and we’ll coordinate a tax deductible contribution.

An Epic Star Wars Celebration Awaits!

A convergence of rebels, rogues, makers, and misfits under the twin suns of Chico. As hyperspace lanes open and creativity surges like a Kyber crystal in a lightsaber, the Force calls to YOU. Whether you're a Jedi in training, a crafty Jawa, or a Sith looking to dance and listen to great music you'll find your place here. Music from across the stars will guide you, creative forces will build and bend reality, and the warmth of the Maker spirit will surround you.

This is not just a concert. It is a galactic celebration of imagination, community, and hope. We are not the resistance. We are the spark.

Let the Force guide you through an unforgettable day of music, creativity, and community. May the 4th be with you!

Special Activities

• Costume Contest (5pm): Dress to impress and walk the galactic runway! Contestants will strut their stuff in costume at 5:00 PM show. Judging will follow and a winner will be crowned

• Light Saber Battle  (5:10pm) : A fun and coordinated mock-battle session where participants of all ages can engage in foam lightsaber duels. Lightsabers will be provided, or you may bring your own soft saber. Safety goggles optional but encouraged.

• Chico Fab Lab Open House: Tour the makerspace, learn about memberships, see the equipment in action, and discover how you can become part of the creative tech community.

• Gallery: Visit the curated art gallery space, which will showcase unique and inspired works from talented local artists. All works are Star Wars-themed or sci-fi adjacent and available for purchase directly from the artists.

•  Fashion Runway Show (5:45pm): Maddie Corvid special fashion show

  • TOTALITY: Soul~Art Eclipse A couture transmission from beyond the veil, a cosmic clash between vision and void. On the evening of May 4th, Maevyn Corvid of Putris Immoderata unveils a triptych of ceremonial looks during a one of a kind show-redefining embodied sculpture and living art. Bleach-dyed vestments, celestial garments, and high-art keepsakes from the far side of the galaxy will be available to collectors and rebels alike.

• Bouncy House (3:00-7:00pm)

• Creative Zone (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM): Facilitated by Chico Fab Lab and Chico Creative Reuse. You can create your own sci-fi fun items

Tentative Schedule of Bands

3:00 PM - Yahmo

4:00 PM - Derrien

4:30 PM - The Crash Carts

5:00 PM - One Up

6:00 PM - Black Fong

Fliers

Applications are now closed! The muralists will be painting their murals in the lead-up to The Maker’s Muse Street Fair, and the completed works will be presented at the event on March 22nd! Attendees of the Maker’s Muse Street Fair will vote for their favorite mural, and Winner of the people's choice award will receive a $500 cash prize, announced at the event March 22nd.

We are happy to announce the participating artists in the Maker’s Muse Mural Competition:
Shane Grammer (Chico, LA)
Elijiah Pfotenhauer (Santa Cruz)
Jenn Ponti (Paradise)
Dylan Telleson (Chico)

Maker’s Muse Street Fair! March 21st from 5 pm to 10 pm @ Maker Radio 603 Orange st, March 22nd from 12 pm to 10 pm

On Orange Street between 6th and 7th

Friday:

Featuring a live music stage, and a comedy stage from 5 pm to 10 pm.

Saturday:

Featuring a live music stage in the middle of Orange Street, a comedy stage inside Maker Radio, 30+ local vendors, food trucks, a Kid's Zone with free activities and a kid's stage, a bouncy house slide, flow arts and movement arts workshops, 3 art galleries (Chico Art Center, Maker Radio, Sky Cave Arts), A fashion Show, and more!!

Featuring the Maker's Muse Street Fair Mural Competition! The featured Mural Artists are:

Shane Grammer, Dylan Telleson, Jenn Ponti, and Elijah Pfotenhauer

Mural's will be presented on Saturday and attendees will vote for the winner, who will be announced on the main stage.

Participating Orange Street organizations include Maker Radio, Chico Fab Lab, Sky Cave Arts, Chico Art Center, Mains'l 7th Street, Orange Street Consignment, and Ramble West Brewing Co.

Music, Art, Fun, Food and Drinks! Bring your kids!

The Full Danny with The Shot Birthday Bash Experience December 7th from 2pm to 6pm
Comedy Showcase 3pm-4:20pm
Art Galley + Live Music - Interactive art, Exclusive prints, and music throughout the event.

Tickets available here: https://makerradio.org/store

Ticket Options

Tier 1 General Admission: $35
-1 print
-1 shirt
-Standard Access
Tier 2 Vip Experience: $55
-1 print
-1 hoodie
-Meet & Greet (5 mins) with preferred artist
-Access Standard and Artist Showcase
Tier 3 Ultimate VIP Package: $75
-1 print
-1 hoodie
-Complimentary Dinner
-VIP After Party Access
-1 photo shot with artist
-Meet & Greet (5 mins) with preferred artist
-20% off next tattoo at the Tattoo Company

Join us October 19th from noon-4pm for a free interactive and fun art exhibit by WilderWilds featuring art from Rosebud Wild and Chris Mountain featuring framed prints, creature dolls, skateboards, wood crafts and more and some great tunes.

Get tickets for the after party 9pm-2am on October 19th here

Join us at Maker Radio for a live concert featuring Debajito and other live guests. We’ll h ave a full bar and food truck.

Sponsored by: Sierra Nevea, Chico News & Review and Maker Radio 94.5fm

Join us for a fun filled, musical star wars themed party at MakerRadio.
Best of all entry is free before 6pm and only $10 (18+) from 6pm-10pm.
The event starts at noon on May 5th and runs until 10pm.

• 10 Bands

• 10 DJs

• 10 Hours

• 2 Stages

• Full Bar

• Art Gallery

• Food Trucks