The much-anticipated announcement of the lineup for St. Petersburg Preservation’s May Movies in the Park took place last night in the Ale and the Witch courtyard. A huge crowd attended the party, where movie and band titles were announced through trivia games with prizes. The beautiful Movie poster by artist Carrie Jadus was also revealed.
Often called the “best little event on the waterfront,” Movies in the Park occurs each Thursday evening during the months of May and October. The evening starts with an hour of live music followed by a movie. Guests bring blankets, low chairs, and picnics, or they can purchase refreshments from a growing cadre of vendors, most of them local favorites from the Saturday Morning Market. The event captures the essence of what people love about St. Petersburg – community, culture (and counter-culture!) and camaraderie.Purchase food & drink from our vendors or bring your own picnic. Bring a blanket or low seat (some folding chairs available). Free, secure on-site bicycle valet parking with the St. Pete Bike Co-Op.
Music starts at 7pm and the movie starts at dark. Admission is free.
For the first time ever, St. Petersburg Preservation will offer a “bonus” movie on April 30th on the west side of St. Petersburg, at the waterfront property of Admiral Farragut Academy at 501 Park St. N.
Music starts at 7pm and the movie starts at dark. Admission is free. The lineup of movies and music is:
The Movie Lineup for May 2015 is:
April 30
Cocoon (1985) – Downtown has the Fountain of Youth but west side has the alien cocoons in a pool! Join Don Ameche to introduce WEST St. Pete to Movies in the Park – on the waterfront at ADMIRAL FARRAGUT ACADEMY (501 Park St. N.). No alcohol allowed. Evening’s music, The Dancing Chickens! Thanks to sponsors Councilmember Charlie Gerdes and Eagle Datagistics.
May 7
To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) – Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize winning story and Academy Award winning film classic. Gregory Peck stars in one of his most unforgettable roles as an attorney in a in a small southern town in the 1930’s. Evening’s music, Ramblegrass. Thanks to sponsors Councilmember Darden Rice and the Tavern at Bayboro.
May 14
Shine (1996) – Geoffrey Rush plays a pianist who has many ups & downs before returning to the concert hall as an acclaimed musician. The film had six Academy Award nominations including Rush winning best actor. Evening’s music, Nashville recording artist Kevin So with pedal steel great Buck Reid! Thanks to sponsors Artists Enclave of Historic Kenwood and Duncan McClellan Gallery.
May 21
The Blind Side (2009) – A touching film about a family who takes in a homeless boy, “Big Mike,” who becomes a pro football star. Sandra Bullock plays the mother in an Academy Award winning role. Evening’s music, Sarasota Slim. Thanks to sponsors Augie & Dr. Sarah Lind Ribeiro and St. Petersburg Country Club.
May 28
Saturday Night Fever (1977) – John Travolta was nominated for an Academy Award for best actor playing the weekend teen disco king. Be sure to wear your 70’s attire & dancing shoes! The Mandarin Hide presents the evening’s music & dancing with Boxcar Hollow. Thanks to sponsors Times Square Properties and Humanitea.