Summer 2009

Events : Movies in the Park

Surf's Up (PG)

This stylish CGI animated comedy is based on the groundbreaking revelation that surfing was actually invented by penguins. A documentary crew takes the audiences behind the scenes at the annual Penguin World Surfing Championship and talks to the newest star Cody Maverick. He starts off as a cocky rookie but soon discovers that a true winner isn't always the one who comes in first.

Date: 08/07/08
Start Time: 8:30 PM
Schedule Notes: All movies begin at dusk; start times are approximated. Closed captioning is provided.
Cost: Free
Location : Wicker Park

Creating avenues for Chicago families to enjoy summer in the city, the Chicago Park District announces Movies in the Parks where more than 170 current and classic movies will be shown in neighborhood parks throughout the city, from June through September.

There is no better place to be this summer than your neighborhood park. Grab a picnic basket and a blanket and enjoy the show. You bring the snacks, we'll bring the stars.

Parkways Foundation is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the “Movies in the Park” program for the 2009 summer season.

All movies are free and begin at dusk.

* - indicates Closed Captioned