Zoo Knoxville is hosting an out-of-this world holiday event with Star Wars characters from the MidSouth Garrison of the 501st Legion this Saturday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the festively decorated and heated Kids Cove tent. Star Wars characters will be meeting guests and posing for holiday photos, including jolly ol' Darth Vader, who will be appearing from 10 a.m. until noon. Activities also include an intergalactic craft.The MidSouth Garrison of the 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans and the preferred Imperial costuming group of Lucasfilm Ltd, creator of the “Star Wars” film franchise.The Star Wars Holiday event is included with general zoo admission.
Feel the Force at Knoxville Zoo