California Wild Ales To Host Out-Of-This-World “May the 4th Be With You” Celebration

Star Wars fans and craft beer lovers unite for an all-day galactic bash across both San Diego locations

San Diego, CA – April 30, 2025 – California Wild Ales is thrilled to announce its annual May the 4th Be With You celebration, returning on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. The Star Wars-themed event will take place at both the Ocean Beach and Midway tasting room locations, offering an immersive experience for fans of the iconic film franchise and craft beer enthusiasts alike.

Festivities kick off at 1 PM and will run throughout the day, featuring a lineup of limited-release Star Wars-themed beers, a crowd-favorite costume contest, themed decor, and a special John Williams soundtrack takeover. Guests can also enjoy back-to-back Star Wars films streaming all day in both taprooms.

Featured Brews Include:

• C3-POrter – Smooth, roasty, and back by popular demand
• Juicy Jedi IPA – A bright, balanced brew strong with the Force
• Jabba the Hop (Sour Ale) – Hoppy and tangy, with serious attitude
• Lightsaber Lager – Clean and crisp, built for battle
• Imperial Strike IPA – Bold, hop-forward, and ready to attack
• Sai-son Jinn – A puncheon-aged saison full of wisdom and complexity
• Sith Happens – A rich, barrel-aged stout straight from the Dark Side

In addition to the stellar beer lineup, the brewery will once again be serving its famous Sith Sauce Micheladas, available in both regular and spicy variations.

“We love blending two of our biggest passions—craft beer and Star Wars—into one unforgettable day,” says Bill DeWitt, co-founder of California Wild Ales. “Our community shows up in full costume, gets into the spirit, and makes it a party unlike anything else. It’s the highlight of our spring calendar every year.”

This annual event draws fans from across San Diego and beyond, uniting beer lovers and sci-fi devotees in a uniquely OB atmosphere. Both California Wild Ales locations will be fully decked out with themed décor, creating a cantina-style environment perfect for rebels, rogues, and Jedi masters alike.