Grand Junction Colorado’s Awesome ‘Movies Under The Stars’ Lineup for 2023
Round up the friends and family and enjoy movies in Grand Junction, Colorado's great outdoors. The Glade Park Movies Under the Stars schedule for 2023 has been announced.
Get ready for some outdoor fun. This is a fantastic way for Western Colorado residents to spend their Friday evenings. Enjoy a fun family movie while raising funds for the Glade Park Volunteer Fire Department. Check out this summer's lineup.
Perfect Family Event
This summer movie series really is a great way to spend time with friends and family. Each Friday night the GPVFD offers a different movie. They're always "family-friendly."
Before the Movie
The concession stand opens on Fridays at 5:30. Items available for purchase include:
- soft drinks
- water
- coffee
- hot chocolate
- candy
- popcorn
- nachos
- chips
- baked potatoes (seriously, they have baked potatoes)
- home-baked items
How Much For Food?
Looking at the menu for 2023, they offer a great selection at excellent prices:
- Double Burger - $6
- Single Burger - $4
- Hot Dog - $3
- Cup of Noodles - $1
- Popcorn - $1
- Bottled Water - $1
- Pop and Iced Tea - $2
- Candy - $2
The list above represents a sample of what's available. You'll find a wide variety of items with something for everyone.
The grill opens at 6 p.m. and remains open until the movie starts. Very important: The grill and concession stand are what generate funds for the volunteer fire department. The movie is free. With that in mind, please do not bring outside food or drink. In addition, alcohol consumption is not allowed.
Entertainment Before the Entertainment
Before the movie begins, enjoy live local entertainment, volleyball, tether ball, corn hole, and a hayride.
Items to Bring
Bring your own lawn chairs. Even though it is hot during the day, the mountain air can get a little chilly after sunset. Bring warm clothes and/or blankets.
Something You Probably Didn't Know
Dogs and cats are allowed at the movie, so long as they are on leashes.
Check Out the New Parking Lot
To find the event, take DS Road and head west past the Glade Park Store. In years past you would park along the road. No longer! Check out the awesome parking lot. You'll find it just off the main road west of the fire department building.
This is a fun local event. When it's all said and done it generates funds for the Glade Park Volunteer Fire Department. This is a win-win for everyone involved. The drive is roughly 30 minutes from downtown Grand Junction, so plan for a little travel time. The movie is free, so please visit the grill and concession stand.