Star wars enthusiasts in Latin America marked international Star Wars Day dressing as their favourite characters from the international movie franchise.

At the Lima Comic Festival, Peruvian Star Wars fans dressed up to celebrate George Lucas' famous films.

Fans staged Lightsaber fights and seized the opportunity to take pictures with other Cosplayers.

In La Paz, Bolivia's Capital, fans gathered at the city's Cinematheque to enjoy a movie marathon and stage lightsaber fights.

In Caracas, Venezuela, fans Princess Leia and Darth Vader posed for photos while enjoying a cosplay show.

Star wars enthusiasts mark the day celebrating the space saga by chanting or tweeting "may the fourth be with you," a play on the films' catchphrase "May The Force Be With You."