It’s less than a week before “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” hits theaters, and people are already waiting in lines across the country.  With the anticipation building, a number of local Atlanta hotspots are pulling out all the stops to celebrate the long-awaited release of the latest in the series. 

There’s something for everyone around the city this week, from Atlantans who have tattoos of Boba Fett to the more casual fan who’s fine with the special editions. 

Atlanta Hawks Star Wars Night

Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Sorry BB-8, the only balls allowed on the court when the Hawks play the Philadelphia 76ers will be basketballs.  And using the force to help the team make shots will be strictly forbidden, but that shouldn’t stop fans from coming dressed as their favorite “Star Wars” characters (though there are some guidelines).  Once at the game, fans will be treated to an extended version of the trailer, “Star Wars” giveaways and more. 

STAR WARS STAR WARS STAR WARS at Joystick Gamebar

Wednesday at 8 p.m.

By the name you can tell that Joystick is serious about its “Star Wars” and is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the movie’s release.  Partiers can spend their hard-earned quarters on an original 1983 Atari Star Wars arcade cabinet, enter into a costume contest to win two weekend passes to Wizard World Atlanta’s annual gaming convention or join a raffle to win a life-sized Han Solo in carbonite sculpture.  The bar is also giving a 10 percent discount to any gamers who come in wearing “Star Wars” costumes. 

Scene Missing Presents: Star Wars: THE FORCE ATLANTANS

Wednesday at 9 p.m. at the Highland Ballroom

Scene Missing brings local artists, musicians, comedians and writers together to give their own skewed takes on different movies and TV shows monthly.  This month they’ve turned their eye on “Star Wars” to celebrate and poke fun at all of your favorite (or least favorite, Jar Jar anyone?)  through song, improv and more. 

‘Star Wars’ Marathon at Regal Atlantic Station 18

Starts Thursday at 4 a.m.

For the true “Star Wars” fans who want to experience the seven movies back to back to back to … well, you get the gist, Regal Atlantic Station 18 is hosting a marathon viewing party starting with “The Phantom Menace” and ending with the premiere of “The Force Awakens.”  Guests will also receive a collectible lanyard featuring exclusive art. 

Battle & Brew’s ‘The Force Awakens’ Premiere Party

Thursday from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Battle & Brew’s party to celebrate the movie’s release won’t just involve its usual mix of booze and arcade games.  Partygoers will actually have the chance to hop on a shuttle bus and head to the theater to see the movie for free. 

The Force Awakens Star Wars Skate Night

Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m. at Atlantic Station

Atlantic Station has teamed up with Star Wars at DragonCon, a local “Star Wars” group, to host a night of skating, food, crafts and sci-fi.  Skaters who wear a “Star Wars” costume (no masks or blasters please, sorry storm troopers) get $2 off their SKATE Atlantic Station ticket.  If you don’t want to dress up, bringing a toy for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta will also get you the discount. 

Highwire Comedy Co. Presents: The Farce Awakens

Friday at 8 p.m. at the Highland Inn Ballroom

If you missed out on your chance to get tickets for a first day show or you just didn’t want to stand in the long lines, Highwire Comedy Co. might have just the thing to cheer you up.  The group’s sketch team, Livewire, will be celebrating “all things Star Wars with live sketch comedy George Lucas wouldn’t want you to see.”