Wonderfully Wicked Celebration
Description
The City of Edwardsville has something magical planned for the last of the Movies in the Park for 2025: "Wicked"! We're excited to show the 2024 musical blockbuster under the stars in City Park, 101 S. Buchanan, at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 20. Special thanks to our official Movies in the Park sponsor for this evening, Busey Bank.
Event Date:
09-20-25
Event Time:
Photos with Glinda at 6:30PM, Movie begins at 7:30PM
Location:
City Park
101 South Buchanan Street
Edwarsdville, IL 62025
Contact Person:
Details:
Bring a chair or blanket, food and beverages and prepare to be dazzled by this PG-rated film. (We think it's going to be pretty "Popular"!) We've got some spellbinding treats planned for the evening: "Glinda" will be at the park from 6:30-7:30 p.m., and we'll have a "Wicked"-themed photo backdrop (courtesy of Petaled Pail & Co.) for some mesmerizing Instagram-worthy photos!
And to make it even more special, we're partnering with some Edwardsville businesses to conjure up more fun! Visit our terrific event partners to see what delights they've concocted to enjoy at their locations (or for carryout)!
PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES
- Chef's Shoppe, 2320 Troy Road: Grab some specialty "Wicked"-flavored popcorn to enjoy before, during or after the movie! Saturday Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Chocolate Covered Creations, 218 N. Main Street: Enjoy some "Wicked"-ly delicious treats at the store or order them to go to snack on during the movie! Saturday Hours: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Ed's Delicatessen, 222 N. Main Street: Grab some "Wicked Chocolate Chip Cookies" to eat there or to take the park; enjoy a "Flying Monkey Martini" (chocolate and banana) with your lunch or dinner. Saturday Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Edwardsville Children's Museum, 722 Holyoake Road: Children can visit the museum the day of the movie to create a crown or witch hat to wear to the movie! Saturday Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Edwardsville Public Library, 112 S. Kansas: Get crafty and make a Glinda- or Elphaba-inspired bracelet in the youth library! Ask for supplies at the youth circulation desk. Saturday Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- EXO Lounge. 2 157 Center: Experience "Wicked"-themed nail treatments and enjoy specialty cocktails at EXO all weekend (September 20-21), along with a chance at winning two tickets to see "Wicked" at the Kansas City Music Hall (and one-night hotel stay + dinner). Visitors are encouraged to dress in their most "Wicked" attire. Saturday & Sunday Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Keepsake Candle Co., 100 N. Main Street: "Glinda" and "Elphaba" inspired limited edition candles (available for purchase at the store)! Saturday Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Petaled Pail & Co., 219 Hillsboro Avenue: Enjoy a "Wicked"-themed flower bar at the store during regular business hours that day, then grab some Instagram-worthy "Wicked" photos with a floral photo-op at City Park, 101 S. Buchanan Street, during the movie. Saturday Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Seams for the Soul Boutique, 216 S. Buchanan Street: Green glow bracelets and pop-ups (Crowned by Keri trucker hat bar and GF Bakery Charlotte & Cain). Saturday Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Spoonful Desserts, 1063 IL-157 Suite 11-12: Try an assortment of "Wicked"-themed drink concoctions (buy one/get one half off on pink and green drinks!). Saturday Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Thrills Ville, 110 E. Vandalia Street: Check out an assortment of buttons, bags, posters, toys and more from movies and TV shows over the decades, including some "Wicked"-themed items! Saturday Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
https://www.cityofedwardsville.com/835/Wonderfully-Wicked-Celebration