Springfield, MA – Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Thomas Ashe have announced that the showing of the film “Migration” scheduled for tonight, Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Emerson Wight Park has been canceled due to inclement weather. Weather forecasts predict extreme heat, humidity and thunderstorms.
The ‘Movies in the Park’ series is the city’s annual summer public movie nights being held in parks throughout Springfield with popular family movies being shown on the giant inflatable screen. The series, taking place Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in July, will run from Monday, July 8th to Friday, July 26th, with all showings at 8:30 p.m. These events are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks. Canceled movies will not be rescheduled.
The full schedule of movies and locations is below.
Movie Schedule (all at 8:30 p.m.):
Date | Park | Movie |
Monday, July 8, 2024 | Marshall Roy Park (St. James/Carew St) | Elemental (2023) |
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 | Samuel Bolden Park (Wilbraham Ave) | Elemental (2023) |
Friday, July 12, 2024 | Forest Park Amphitheater (Sumner Ave) | Elemental (2023) |
Monday, July 15, 2024 | Blunt Park (Roosevelt Ave) | Migration (2023) |
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Canceled due to weather | Emerson Wight Park (Marble St) | Migration (2023) |
Friday, July 19, 2024 | Nathan Bill Park (Plumtree Road) | Migration (2023) |
Monday, July 22, 2024 | Van Horn Park (Armory Street) | Wonka (2023) |
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | Myrtle St. Park (Myrtle St/Main St) | Wonka (2023) |
Friday, July 26, 2024 | Kenefick Park (Plainfield St) | Wonka (2023) |
Mayor Sarno stated, “My administration is committed to continuing to enhance the quality of life for our residents with these types of family fun entertainment. What better way to celebrate summer than with this great family friendly activity, outdoors in our beautiful parks? We are proud to be able to offer this free series each summer that many families enjoy and look forward to. We are also grateful to have the direction of Tom Ashe and his dedicated Parks team.”
Tom Ashe stated, “We appreciate Mayors Sarno’s commitment to offer programming and activities for our residents within our beautiful parks that are accessible throughout the city. The Movies in the Park’ provides an opportunity for the whole family to be together under the stars and enjoying time together while watching the big screen. Bring your favorite movie snack and come have a good time!”
