Free Hocus Pocus screening, Halloween activities coming to Wilmington’s Riverfront Park
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The City of Wilmington is inviting residents to celebrate downtown with an evening of family-friendly activities, community discussions and a free outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus.
The city’s “Celebrate Downtown: People, Projects, and Plans for the Future” event will take place Friday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Riverfront Park, located at 10 Cowan St.
The celebration follows the adoption of Wilmington’s Greater Downtown Plan as the city begins implementing projects and initiatives focused on downtown’s future.
From 5 to 6:30 p.m., attendees can explore displays highlighting city projects, meet city staff, share ideas and learn more about planned downtown improvements.
The event will also feature food trucks, Halloween treats, lawn games, music and activities for all ages.
The Alliance for Cape Fear Trees will provide tree giveaways, and Wilmington police and fire vehicles will be on display.
At 6:45 p.m., the city will show Hocus Pocus on the big screen at Riverfront Park. The movie was selected through a public vote.
Costumes are encouraged, and families are invited to bring blankets or low chairs measuring less than 9 inches high for the outdoor screening.
Water refill stations and restrooms will be available at the park.
Parking information
Free parking will be available in the Skyline Center South Lot at the corner of Nutt and Brunswick streets, beginning at 4 p.m.
Accessible parking will be available along Harnett Street.
Nutt Street parking will be closed during the event.
Visitors can also take advantage of the first hour of free parking in the Market Street and Second Street parking decks.
The event is free and open to the public.
