Movies in the Park returns May 11

(COLUMBIA, MO) -

The annual Movies in the Park series is returning to Cosmo Park, 1615 Business Loop 70 W, near Nickell Shelter. Columbia Parks and Recreation shows family-friendly movies monthly on a giant inflatable screen.

The first movie of 2018 will be Trolls (PG), starting at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 11. Viewers should bring blankets or low lawn chairs for seating.

Movies are free, courtesy of Missouri Care. Food vendors will be on site, and popcorn and other light concessions will be available for purchase during the movies.

In addition to Missouri Care, the movies are sponsored by KPLA 101.5, Great Circle and Boone Electric Community Trust.  Call Parks and Recreation at 573-874-7460 for more information or visit the Special Events page at CoMo.gov. 

2018 Movies

Friday, June 8, 8:45 p.m. Beauty and the Beast (2017) (PG)

Friday, July 13, 8:45 p.m. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) (G)

Friday, Aug. 10, 8:30 p.m. Coco (PG)

Friday, Sept. 14, 7:45 p.m. TBA