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Friday, October 20, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Little Station on Lent Lane, 15 Elias Street, Port Hope, ON
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Join the Wizard of Oz Costume & Puppet Parade in Port Hope, Ontario, celebrating the Vintage Film Festival’s 30th Anniversary. Featuring artist-led workshops, a costume & puppet parade, and a screening of the 1939 film. Parade Date/Time: October 20, 2023, 6:00 PM (gathering at Little Station earlier is also encouraged)Film Screening: October 20, 2023, 7:30 PMParade Locations/Route: Gather at Little Station. (Follow the yellow brick road South on Lent Lane to Augusta sidewalk - North on Queen St, East on Walton to Mill, back up Walton to Lent Lane, then down Walton to turn South on Queen St. Final destination is the Capitol Theatre marquee)Register for Parade here The Wizard of Oz was first seen at The Capitol Theatre in 1939… Follow the yellow brick road with us on October 20th to experience it on the BIG screen again, in the very same place! In celebration of the Vintage Film Festival’s 30th Anniversary, Critical Mass Art and Two Blue Shirts Productions, have partnered with Marie Dressler Foundation, to create a special all ages Community Event – a Wizard of Oz themed Costume & Puppet Parade that will take place throughout downtown Port Hope. You are invited to join a procession of whimsical and illuminated Wizard of Oz themed puppets and characters designed by visual artist and celebrated puppet maker – Clelia Scala. Northumberland’s La Jeunesse Choirs will also be onsite to perform a medley of scores from the iconic Wizard of Oz soundtrack. All are welcome to participate in and observe this parade, however only Wizard of Oz ticket holders will be able to see the film at The Capitol Theatre. Tickets for the film will sell fast, so be sure to purchase yours in advance. Youth 25 & under receive FREE tickets. All tickets (paid and free) must be reserved through The Capitol’s online ticketing system. If tickets are sold out, there may be a waiting list to see if any come available. Come dressed in your own costumes, or make your own accessories & masks at one of three workshops, leading up to the parade. All ages and skill levels are welcome to attend. To help ensure there are enough accessories and supplies for all who wish to participate in the parade and pre-parade workshops, registration is encouraged. Sign-up to Participate in the Parade; Register for a Pre-Parade Workshop; and Buy and reserve your Tickets to see the Wizard of Oz, today! Registration, parade and ticket details here.