Sutter’s Fort hosts outdoor movies under the stars

Traci Rockefeller Cusak News release

SACRAMENTO

— Friends of Sutter’s Fort, in partnership with Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park, will present a fun, free and family-friendly Earth Day evening activation. Debuting a series of Films with Friends outdoor movie screenings, the beloved movie “Free Willy” will be shown on the exterior wall of Sutter’s Fort at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 22.

Moviegoers are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs; friendly dogs are welcome. No alcohol is allowed. Plus, the first 100 attendees will receive a free glow necklace or bracelet and small popcorn.

In addition, delicious VolksWaffle desserts, refreshing beverages and ocean-themed candy will be on-site and available for purchase. Moviegoers can also choose to support Friends of Sutter’s Fort by purchasing a Films with Friends Fun Pack for $50 with all proceeds benefiting efforts to bring more community events and activations to Sutter’s Fort. The

Friends Fun Pack will include:

• Picnic blanket perfect for watching the movie on the lawn

• Assortment of candy including ocean themed lollipops

• Four sodas or waters

• Four small popcorns Friends Fun Packs are available to order in advance at suttersfort. org and on-site at the event (if and while supplies last).

Starting at 7:30 p.m.

— prior to the start of the movie at 8 p.m.

— representatives of California State Parks will present a short talk or “campfire program” (with a virtual campfire on screen) that will tie into the movie and Earth Day.

Additional Films With Friends outdoor movie showings will take place later this summer, including a showing of “Grease Sing-A-Long” May 13 and Disney’s “Newsies” starring Christian Bale June 10. For those interested in visiting inside Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., regular admission is $5 per adult (18 and older), $3 per youth (ages 6 to 17) and is free for children 5 and younger. For more information call (916) 445-4422 or visit suttersfort.org.

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