Movies of Delray is throwing open its doors next Thursday for a night that blends Hollywood glitz with hometown generosity: a charity screening of Practical Magic 2, paired with psychic readings, a ghost tour premiere, and a raffle of more than 150 items, all to raise money for children battling cancer.
The event, set for September 17 at Movies of Delray, located at 7421 W. Atlantic Ave., is a joint effort between Delray Beach Ghost Tours and the theater, according to WPEC. The evening kicks off at 7 p.m., with a Q&A and the premiere of Ghost Alive planned before the Practical Magic 2 screening at 7:30 p.m., per the same report. Proceeds benefit Julia's Star Childhood Cancer Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that funds pediatric brain cancer research and supports families whose children are undergoing treatment.
Tickets are priced at $25 for early-bird buyers, though supplies are limited, and $30 on the day of the event, the station reports. Organizers say the goal is a fun, interactive night for the community, and that every ticket purchased contributes to a cause improving outcomes for children with cancer and supporting their families.
A Cult Classic Returns, Timed to a Cause
A Cult Classic Returns, Timed to a Cause The screening follows Practical Magic 2's North American theatrical release on September 11, 2026. The film's North American release is set for September 11, 2026, bringing back original cast members Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Stockard Channing, and Dianne Wiest nearly 28 years after the first film, according to reporting cited by The Guardian. The original 1998 Practical Magic grossed $68.3 million worldwide against an estimated production budget ranging from $60 million to $75 million, a box-office disappointment that nonetheless became a cult classic over nearly three decades, and Warner Bros. greenlit this sequel, based on Alice Hoffman's 2021 novel The Book of Magic, the same outlet notes. Hoodline covered the film's Los Angeles premiere and production rollout in a recent red carpet report.
The Delray Beach event leans into the film's supernatural theme with its own touch of the otherworldly. Celebrity psychic Deborah Graham is scheduled to make a live appearance and give free audience readings starting at 7:30 p.m., ahead of the movie premiere and ghost tour activities, according to promotional video posted by Movies of Delray.
A Foundation Born From Loss
Julia's Star Childhood Cancer Foundation was founded in April 2016 by Alexandra Passos, following the death of her 12-year-old daughter, Julia, who lost her battle with glioblastoma, a terminal pediatric brain cancer, in January 2016, according to the foundation's own account. The organization has also been associated with themed events, including an October Disco Inferno fundraiser at Goodnight John Boy.
The foundation's work also includes support for pediatric cancer patients and their families.
Why the Money Matters Now
Pediatric brain cancer remains an area of concern, underscoring the importance of continued research.
Beyond research dollars, the foundation's mission includes direct financial relief. The foundation notes that many families have had to take a leave of absence and faced financial hardship, a strain that ticket sales from nights like Thursday's help offset.
The Delray Beach event also fits into the city's broader culture of business-nonprofit collaboration. The Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce runs Do Good Delray every October, an annual program pairing local businesses with nonprofits for joint fundraising campaigns. Next Thursday's screening arrives during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, giving organizers an especially timely backdrop for a night organizers hope will double as both celebration and cause.
