Full Bloom Film Festival Kicks Off with Free Outdoor Screening of The Goonies

Statesville, NC — September 2025 — The Full Bloom Film Festival, in partnership with the City of Statesville Recreation & Parks, invites the community to kick off festival weekend with a free outdoor screening of the iconic 1980s adventure film The Goonies. The screening will take place on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:45 PM on the lawn of Broad Street United Methodist Church in downtown Statesville.

Families, film enthusiasts, and community members of all ages are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy a night of nostalgia under the stars. Local food trucks will be on site offering dinner and treats for purchase.
This free event marks the official beginning of a weekend dedicated to celebrating independent film, storytelling, and community connection in downtown Statesville.

“The City of Statesville is proud to partner with the Full Bloom Film Festival to bring this free community event to downtown," said Richard Griggs Director of the Statesville Recreation & Parks Department. This partnership is a great example of how we can combine resources and creativity to offer experiences that not only entertain but also bring people together. We’re excited to kick off the festival in a way that everyone in our community can enjoy.”

Event Details:

What: Outdoor Screening of The Goonies
When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 7:45 PM
Where: Lawn of Broad Street United Methodist Church (315 W Broad St, Statesville, NC 28677)
Admission: Free and open to the public

The Full Bloom Film Festival continues throughout the weekend with film screenings, filmmaker
Q&As, parties, and special events across downtown Statesville.

For a full schedule and festival passes, visit: www.fullbloomfilmfestival.org

About Full Bloom Film Festival

The Full Bloom Film Festival is a program of the Iredell Arts Council. Located in the heart of downtown Statesville, the festival features four unique screening venues within walking distance of one another. Over the course of three days, each of the 46 selected films will be showcased, offering an unforgettable celebration of independent cinema. The festival takes place Thursday September 11th - Saturday September 13th. Tickets, screening schedules, and additional festival details will be available at www.fullbloomfilmfestival.org.www.fullbloomfilmfestival.org.