Join US for FREE 2024 ISU Community Movie Night

Posted on August 4, 2024
2024 ISU Movie Night at Hancock Stadium
(Photo courtesy of GoRedbirds.com)

Bring the whole family for FREE to the 2024 Illinois State University (ISU) Community Movie night at Hancock Stadium.

This Friday (8/9) the whole family can enjoy watching the iconic 1996 sports comedy Space Jam featuring basketball legend Michael Jordan. See the movie on the huge scoreboard video screen for FREE. Gates open at 6pm with the movie starting at 6:30pm.

Concession stands on the east side of the Hancock Stadium concourse will be open and food can be eaten in the east or west bleachers. NO outside food or beverage will be allowed into Hancock Stadium.

Free parking will also be available in the lots adjacent to the stadium.

Fans are encouraged to bring blankets, sleeping bags or mats to sit on to watch the movie, as no chairs will be allowed on the turf. Those wishing to sit in the stands will also have that opportunity.

Get more details here.

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