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PEMCO-Sponsored Summer Outdoor Movies in Riverfront Park Begin June 11

Debby Dodson, 509.625.6623


Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at 3:07 p.m.


This is the second season for the very popular PEMCO-sponsored Summer Outdoor Movies in Riverfront Park.

The first movie in the 2014 series is set to kick off June 11 with the classic comedy, “Ferris Bueller’s Day off,” followed June 18 by the animated sensation, “Frozen.” The series continues every Wednesday through July 16.

More than movies, all PEMCO Movies at Riverfront Park events feature attractions that are sure to please.

Scheduled entertainment ranges from hip hop contemporary dance on June 11 to Spokane Aerial Performance Arts showcasing high flying aerial acts, stilt walking, juggling and acrobatics throughout the series. Movie trivia contests will test attendees’ knowledge of the season’s films and some of Spokane’s best food trucks including Kettle Krazy Kettle Corn, The Scoop, King of Tacos, Bubbadogz and Couple of Chefs Street Cuisine will be serving up tasty eats.

Movies are shown on a 40-foot inflatable movie screen in Riverfront Park’s Lilac Bowl. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and warm clothes for a comfortable evening in the park.

Outdoor movies at Riverfront Park are dog friendly and tobacco free. Pre-movie seating is $5 per person and includes entry for live entertainment, trivia, food trucks and all event festivities. Five and under is always free. Seating opens at 7 p.m. and movies start at dusk.

For more information, visit www.outdoormoviesatriverfront.com.

About Riverfront Park

The City of Spokane’s Riverfront Park is considered one of the most scenic urban parks in the nation. With over 100 acres to explore, much of it located on an island, you are sure to discover the magnificent Spokane Falls and River, the Expo ’74 Pavilion, 1902 Clocktower, 1909 Looff Carrousel, the Sculpture Walk which includes the Riverfront Rotary Interactive Fountain, giant Red Wagon, garbage eating goat, Vietnam Memorial, Centennial Trail bike path, Havermale Point and inviting meadows and conservation areas. In addition to the abundant scenery, Riverfront Park offers year round fun and entertaining options for the whole family. The 1909 Looff Carrousel, SkyRide Over the Falls, Giant Screen IMAX Theatre, Pavilion Amusement Rides and outdoor covered Ice Palace will engage guests for a full day of opportunities. Riverfront Park is also the host of the largest regional events including Bloomsday, Hoopfest, Pig Out in the Park, 4th of July Festival, First Night Celebration, Pow Wow and the Armed Forces Torchlight Parade. For more information, visit the Riverfront Park page, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter.