Tamarac plans a Grinch movie night with a holiday train ride and bounce houses
Tamarac, Florida – The Grinch may have plans for Christmas, but Tamarac has plans for him: a spot on the big screen at a free family movie night. The city is inviting residents to bring their blankets and settle in for a holiday evening at Tamarac Park.
The film will be only part of the fun. A festive train ride, bounce houses, a DJ and food trucks are also on the lineup, giving families reasons to arrive well before the opening scene.
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The event is scheduled for Friday, December 11, at Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Drive. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m., with activities scheduled ahead of an 8 p.m. outdoor screening of “The Grinch.”
“The Grinch might steal Christmas, but we’re not letting him steal movie night!” the city said in its announcement.
For families planning their visit, the schedule has three key times to keep in mind. A sensory hour will run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Pre-movie activities begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by the film at 8 p.m. Those coming mainly for the movie should note that the screening starts two and a half hours after the event opens.
Before the movie begins, attendees can enjoy the holiday train ride and bounce houses, with a DJ providing entertainment. Food trucks will also be part of the evening, bringing food options to the park as families gather for the screening.
The city encourages guests to bring blankets and get comfortable for the movie under the stars. With the holiday activities and screening taking place at the same park, the event brings several ways to celebrate into one family outing.
Entry is free. Residents can find more information about the movie night and the city’s holiday celebrations at Tamarac.gov/Holidays.
Whether families arrive for the early sensory hour or join the festivities closer to showtime, the evening will end with the Grinch taking center stage on Tamarac’s big screen.
