SPECIAL EVENTS

    Blobfest

    Blobfest

    Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre

    July 8-July 10, 2011


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    Blobfest is a kitschy, family-friendly celebration of the movie The Blob which was filmed in and around Phoenixville in 1957.

    The 12th annual event begins Friday, July 8. Doors open at 7 p.m. for the Friday Night Run Out. This wacky night that includes the Shorty Awards (recognizing the winners of the fifth annual amateur short film contest), a performance by City Rhythm Orchestra, and much more! The night culminates at with the crowd favorite --  the "Running Out of the Theatre" scene from the movie at approximately 9PM. Tickets for Friday Night are $7.

    Blobfest continues Saturday, July 9th, at noon with a StreetFair, Costume Contest, multiple showings of The Blob, plus two other horror classics (Invaders from Mars and It Conquered the World), special guests including the "real" Blob and its caretaker, Wes Shank, and much more. Tickets for film screenings and access to special guests, displays and vendors must be purchased. Tickets for the film screenings are $10 adults /$8 seniors / $6 members and children < 13.

    The final day of Blobfest is Sunday, July 10. We will present one final screening of The Blob at 2PM.

    Please check our website for the most up-to-date information and to purchase advance tickets.


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      • Venue Info

        The Colonial Theatre

        227 Bridge Street
        Phoenixville, PA 19460

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets:

        $6 - $10

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        July 8-July 10, 2011

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