It’s almost time forStar Wars: The Force Awakens, and in amongst all the breathless excitement of fans around the world, SydneyStar Warsgeeks are getting a huge dose of good news: Han Solo himself, Harrison Ford, is visiting the Sydney Opera House for a fan event.

The Optus-sponsored day will be full ofStar Wars-themed activities, including music, trivia, and the BB-88 droid. However, Ford will be the undoubted star of the event, as he jumps in theMillennium Falcon (OK, it’s probably just a 747 aeroplane) to say g’day to thousands ofStar Warsfanatics.

The event will take place a week out from the release ofthe much-anticipated seventh episode of the franchise,Star Wars: The Force Awakens, on Thursday December 17.

Harrison Ford and a multitude ofStar Warsfans will take over the Sydney Opera House Forecourt on Thursday December 10. Tickets are on sale now.

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