The Springfield Parks & Recreation Department, in collaboration with Walmart of Springfield, is ushering in the summer with a much-anticipated reprisal of Free Movie Fridays. According to the details shared on the city's official announcement, these no-cost, family-oriented film nights are set for 6 p.m., running every third Friday from June to September at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park on 2623 S. Main Street.
Kicking off on June 21 with a screening of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” this series is a literal grab-your-blanket, snag-your-lawn-chair, join-your-neighbors affair - don't forget to arrive hungry because Chick-fil-A will be onsite providing refreshment for purchase so moviegoers can munch happily while they watch. The lineup then rolls on through summer with a curated selection of titles aimed at pleasing a diverse crowd; following up with the slightly edgy “Barbie” rated PG-13 in July, the thoughtful “Migration” in August, and ending on a high note with “Kung Fu Panda 4” come September.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Park is poised to transform into a spot where imaginations can soar under the stars, all thanks to the joint efforts of the city and corporate sponsorship, as Chick-fil-A is sponsoring the first night of the series. This move brings together community and commerce, offering up a space where family and friends can gather in the open air to enjoy the magic of movies without the hit to their wallets.
For those who fret about potential weather spoilers—fear not, the city's got you covered. Stay in the loop with any weather-related schedule shifts by keeping an eagle eye on the city's social media channels.
