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Ellsworths Knowlton Park to Host Free Outdoor Movie Series Starting July 2
When the sun dips behind Ellsworth’s downtown skyline, the city’s newest summer tradition will light up Knowlton Park with a glowing screen and the promise of family‑friendly fun.
Beginning Thursday, July 2, the City of Ellsworth will launch a free outdoor movie series on the park’s open lawn. The inaugural screening will showcase Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 2025 animated sequel Zootopia 2, a PG‑rated family comedy that promises laughter and adventure for all ages.
After sunset, a large projection screen will unfurl across the picnic area, casting the film’s vibrant colors onto the grassy backdrop. Concessions will be available for purchase, and patrons are encouraged to bring a camping chair or blanket, as the park’s picnic tables are limited and the event draws a crowd.
The schedule for the series is as follows: • July 16 – Paddington in Peru (2024, PG, family/adventure) • July 30 – Honey I Shrunk the Kids (1989, PG, family/comedy) • August 6 – Snow White (2025, PG, family/fantasy) • August 13 – Dog Man (2025, PG, comedy/action) • August 20 – Smurf Movie (2025, PG, family/musical)
Every film on the lineup carries a PG rating, ensuring that the lineup remains suitable for a broad, family‑oriented audience.
Knowlton Park, a municipal recreation area at 160 State Street, is open from dawn until 11 p.m. The park’s rules prohibit alcohol, smoking, and tobacco products, in line with city regulations for public spaces. Visitors can enjoy picnic tables, a splash pad for kids, and a comfort station equipped with restrooms.
Ellsworth, the county seat of Hancock County, reported a population of 8,399 in the 2020 Census. The city, named after founding father Oliver Ellsworth, sits near Acadia National Park and has long served as a gateway for visitors exploring the region’s natural beauty.
The outdoor movie series fits neatly into the city’s summer programming, offering residents and travelers alike a free, family‑friendly entertainment option that brings the community together under the open sky.
Each Thursday evening, the screenings will begin shortly after sunset. Concessions will be sold on site, and the city has not announced any ticket fees. Because seating is limited, visitors are encouraged to arrive early or bring their own seating.
In summary, Ellsworth’s Knowlton Park will host a free, weekly outdoor movie series from July 2 through August 20, featuring a lineup of PG‑rated family films. The series is open to all residents and visitors, with no admission fee, but no alcohol, smoking, or tobacco is allowed in the park. The city has not announced any changes to the schedule, and the next screening will be Paddington in Peru on July 16.
Beginning Thursday, July 2, the City of Ellsworth will launch a free outdoor movie series on the park’s open lawn. The inaugural screening will showcase Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 2025 animated sequel Zootopia 2, a PG‑rated family comedy that promises laughter and adventure for all ages.
After sunset, a large projection screen will unfurl across the picnic area, casting the film’s vibrant colors onto the grassy backdrop. Concessions will be available for purchase, and patrons are encouraged to bring a camping chair or blanket, as the park’s picnic tables are limited and the event draws a crowd.
The schedule for the series is as follows: • July 16 – Paddington in Peru (2024, PG, family/adventure) • July 30 – Honey I Shrunk the Kids (1989, PG, family/comedy) • August 6 – Snow White (2025, PG, family/fantasy) • August 13 – Dog Man (2025, PG, comedy/action) • August 20 – Smurf Movie (2025, PG, family/musical)
Every film on the lineup carries a PG rating, ensuring that the lineup remains suitable for a broad, family‑oriented audience.
Knowlton Park, a municipal recreation area at 160 State Street, is open from dawn until 11 p.m. The park’s rules prohibit alcohol, smoking, and tobacco products, in line with city regulations for public spaces. Visitors can enjoy picnic tables, a splash pad for kids, and a comfort station equipped with restrooms.
Ellsworth, the county seat of Hancock County, reported a population of 8,399 in the 2020 Census. The city, named after founding father Oliver Ellsworth, sits near Acadia National Park and has long served as a gateway for visitors exploring the region’s natural beauty.
The outdoor movie series fits neatly into the city’s summer programming, offering residents and travelers alike a free, family‑friendly entertainment option that brings the community together under the open sky.
Each Thursday evening, the screenings will begin shortly after sunset. Concessions will be sold on site, and the city has not announced any ticket fees. Because seating is limited, visitors are encouraged to arrive early or bring their own seating.
In summary, Ellsworth’s Knowlton Park will host a free, weekly outdoor movie series from July 2 through August 20, featuring a lineup of PG‑rated family films. The series is open to all residents and visitors, with no admission fee, but no alcohol, smoking, or tobacco is allowed in the park. The city has not announced any changes to the schedule, and the next screening will be Paddington in Peru on July 16.
