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Movie Night in Hendrie Park: A Green Angels Fundraiser

Special Event

Date & Time:

August 30, 2024

Location:

Hendrie Park (680 Plains Rd W)

Types:

Exhibitions, Family-Friendly, Special Event

Length:

2+ Hours

Admission:

Ticketed Event

Event Description

Enjoy a family movie in the gardens, all for a great cause!

Movie: Wild Robot (2024) If you’re looking for a film that’s both heartwarming and thought-provoking, The Wild Robot is a must-watch. When a robot named Roz washes up on a remote island, she must learn to survive in the wild—and in doing so, discovers what it means to truly live. With stunning animation, a powerful story about connection and identity, and a cast of unforgettable animal characters, this film blends adventure, emotion, and nature in a way that will stay with you long after the credits roll.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. so you can enjoy lawn games, complimentary popcorn, and you won’t want to miss the Turtle Discovery Show. The Food Truck will be open for purchase of hand-helds, snacks, and drinks.

All proceeds from this event will directly support RBG’s Green Angels Program. This program assists individuals and families facing financial constraints, ensuring access to enriching experiences and educational opportunities provided by RBG.

Please note: This event is rain or shine, in the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors.

Schedule:

  • 6:30 to 8 p.m. Enjoy lawn games throughout Hendrie Park (Tic Tac Toe, giant Jenga, Corn Hole, Connect Four, and Plinko.
  • 7:15 Turtle Discovery Show in the Rose Garden Tent
  • 8 p.m. Movie begins

This event is generously supported by:

Movie Night presented by Smith’s Funeral Home

Movie Sponsor: Patricia Isbister

Popcorn Sponsor: Giannetti Electric Ltd.

Green Angels Logo

Event proceeds support RBG’s Green Angels Program. Green Angels makes it possible for everyone, regardless of their financial situation to experience the natural wonder of RBG.

Tickets

Coming soon!

Type Price
Adult $20 (+$2 service fee)
Student (age 13-17) $15 (+$2 service fee)
Child (age 4-12) $10 (+$2 service fee)
Infant (age 0-3) FREE

Please enjoy complimentary popcorn with the purchase of your movie ticket.

  • Your ticket is for this event only, and does not include access to other garden areas.
  • Tickets are non-refundable and final sale.
  • General admission discounts and coupons are not applicable to this ticketed event.
  • Ticket proceeds benefit RBG’s Green Angels Program.
  • Outdoor movie event in Hendrie Park with visitors in camping chairs
  • The wild Robot movie poster featuring an animated robot, fox and duckling sitting in a forest
  • fading coral coloured roses
  • Outdoor movie screen set up in the evening with a film playing, a small bag of popcorn in the foreground
  • A burger wrapped in paper and a carton of onion rings

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about this event? Click the topics below for more information. If you have a question that is not answered, give us a call at 905-527-1158 or send us a message.

Tickets

You will be required to present your pre-purchased tickets upon arrival, either printed our or digitally on your personal device. Each ticket will be scanned. The confirmation receipt is not a ticket. Your tickets were sent to you as an attachment in a separate email at the time of purchase. 

Weather

Movie Night is rain or shine. If there is inclement weather, the event will be held indoors at RBG Centre.

Seating

Chairs are not provided for this event. Guests are asked to bring blankets, cushions, or pillows for turf seating. For those unable to sit for longer periods of time on the turf, lawn chairs are permitted at the back. The front is reserved for those sitting on the lawn.

Accessibility

RBG welcomes the use of personal assistive devices that allow visitors to enjoy our facilities and services. The stage is located in Mitchell’s Field in Hendrie Park, and is accessible by paved pathways.  

Mitchell’s Field is a large, open lawn area with a natural slope. 

For convenience RBG has a limited number of wheelchairs available for loan. Wheelchairs are available on a first come basis and may not be reserved in advance. It is recommended guests bring their own wheelchairs. 

If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact us at 905-527-1158.