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Movies in the Park! Back to the Future’

September 17, 2015 - September 18, 2015 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Location

Downers Grove Park District

935 Maple Ave.

Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Description

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Back to the Future at this Throwback Thursday event. Bring your favorite low-rise lawn chair or blanket for an evening of free entertainment at Fishel Park located on Grove Street west of Main Street. Movies begin at dusk. In case of inclement weather, movies will be held at the Lincoln Center. Food and drinks will be available from Kona Ice and Wells Street Popcorn.

Event Cost: Free

Event times: Dusk

Additional Information

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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