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THE SANDLOT (1993) at The Virginia Theatre
July 5, 2025 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
THE NEWS-GAZETTE FILM SERIES proudly presents a special event celebrating all things baseball – along with a beloved film that holds an important place in the hearts of fans everywhere – all at the Virginia Theatre, with support from D-BAT Champaign!
Welcoming D-BAT Champaign!
The Virginia is proud to have D-BAT Champaign join us for this very special pre-screening event on West Park Avenue, right in front of the theatre, on Saturday, July 5th.
Special Team Uniform Promotion: Be sure and come early! The first fifty (50) patrons that arrive dressed in their baseball or softball team uniforms get in FREE!
Event Schedule:
12pm-2pm – Street activities on West Park Avenue (and doors open to the theatre)
2pm – The Sandlot (1993)
Happening in the street:
– Enjoy a hotdog at Dave’s Dogs!
– Test your sidearm at D-BAT Champaign’s Nine Squares pitching target (with pitching speedometer)
– Baseball card give-a-ways
– Outdoor tunes from 1962!
– Special prizes
– Surprise special guests
