Screen on the Green: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Part of the Screen on the Green  Series

October 24, 2025

7:00 pm

8:30 pm

Join the Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington, in his confusing journey to understand Christmas. Is it a Chistmas movie or Halloween movie? Settle the debate by dressing up in the holiday you believe best fits.

Enjoy a family movie under the stars in the city’s coolest park. Bring a blanket or camping chairs and snacks or a picnic. Please leave alcohol and glass containers at home. Food, beer and wine are also available for purchase at The Grove Market and Park Provisions. Costumes are strongly encouraged! Arrive early for games and activities.

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Pesadilla Antes de Navidad Junta con el Rey de Halloween, Jack Skellington, en su viaje confuso para entender la Navidad. Es una película de Navidad o una de Halloween? Resuelve el debate vistiéndote con la festividad que creas que mejor le queda a la película. Disfruta una película debajo las estrellas en el parque mas chido de la ciudad. Traen sus cobijas, sillas y palomitas para este evento increíble. Por favor, deje el alcohol y bebidas de vidrio en case. Para comida, bebidas y mas, puedes comprarlos en el Grove Market and Park Provisions.

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