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Long Weekend Hours - Aug 30 to Sept 2: RBG Centre, Hendrie Park, and Rock Garden open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with last admission at 7 p.m. Rock Garden Bistro closed Aug 31. Fall hours begin Tuesday Sept 3. Laking Garden (members only) is closed for the season starting Sept 1.

Movie Night in Hendrie Park: A Green Angels Fundraiser

Special Event

Date & Time:

September 6, 2024

Location:

Hendrie Park (680 Plains Rd W)

Types:

Exhibitions, Family-Friendly, Special Event

Length:

2+ Hours

Admission:

Ticketed Event

Event Description

Movie: Migration (2023). Join us as we follow the adventures of a Mallard duck family as they leave the comfort of their familiar pond and embark on a migration adventure of a lifetime. Arrive early to meet wild bird ambassadors from Wild Ontario. They will provide movie-goers with a close-up experience featuring a variety of birds, sharing insights and interesting facts about our feathered friends.

Please enjoy complimentary popcorn with the purchase of your movie ticket. Additional refreshments will be available for purchase, including a selection of drinks and snacks to enjoy during the event.

All proceeds from this event will directly support RBG’s Green Angels Program. This program assists individuals and families facing financial constraints, ensuring access to enriching experiences and educational opportunities provided by RBG.

Please note: Chairs are not provided. Guests are asked to bring their own foldable lawn chairs, blankets, and cushions for turf seating.

Schedule:

  • 6:30 to 8 p.m.: enjoy lawn games throughout Hendrie Park (Tic Tac Toe, Jenga, Corn Hole, and Connect 4)
  • 7:15 p.m.: Wild Ontario Bird Show
  • 8-8:30 (when lighting conditions allow): Movie begins

This event is generously supported by:

Movie Night presented by Leggat Auto Group

Movie Sponsor: Patricia Isbister 

Popcorn Sponsor: Giannetti Electric Ltd. 

Green Angels Logo

Event proceeds support RBG’s Green Angels Program. Green Angels makes it possible for everyone, regardless of their financial situation to experience the natural wonder of RBG.

Tickets

RBG Member Pre-Sale: Monday July 15, 11 a.m.
Public Sale: Tuesday July 16, 11 a.m.

Type Price
Adult $20 (+$1 service fee)
Student (age 13-17) $15 (+$1 service fee)
Child (age 4-12) $10 (+$1 service fee)
Infant (age 0-3) FREE

Please enjoy complimentary popcorn with the purchase of your movie ticket.

  • Your ticket is for this event only, and does not include access to other garden areas.
  • Tickets are non-refundable and final sale.
  • General admission discounts and coupons are not applicable to this ticketed event.
  • Ticket proceeds benefit RBG’s Green Angels Program.
  • Outdoor movie event in Hendrie Park with visitors in camping chairs
  • Migration movie poster, featuring a family of animated ducks among a sea of rubber duckies in sunglasses
  • fading coral coloured roses
  • Outdoor movie screen set up in the evening with a film playing, a small bag of popcorn in the foreground
  • A burger wrapped in paper and a carton of onion rings

Food & Drink

Additional food and drink are available for purchase. All prices subject to HST.

The Container

  • Light fare, snacks, bar
  • Located: west of the screen area (~80m)

Menu

Snacks

  • Charcuterie Box
  • Crudite Box
  • Cheese Box
  • Garden Picnic Package (choice of 2 boxes and 2 beverages)
  • Popcorn: small or large
  • Soft Serve: small or large | chocolate, vanilla or swirl
  • Cookies assorted variety
  • Muffins assorted variety

Drinks

  • Pop $3.5
  • Juice $3Water $3.5
  • House Wine 6oz/9oz/BTL $8/$10/$32
  • Craft Beer & Cider $10
  • Lemonade $5 cup | $10 jar

Food Truck

  • Hand-helds, treats and drinks
  • Located: at the back of the performance area

Menu

Dogs & Handhelds

  • All Beef Dog
  • Chili Cheese Dog
  • Pulled Pork Dog
  • Veggie Dog – Veg
  • Burger – GFO, DFO lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, mayo
  • Quinoa black bean burger – Veg, GFO, DFO lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, mayo
  • Buffalo chicken sandwich lettuce, pickle, buffalo sauce, blue cheese, mayo
  • Pulled Pork on a Bun – GFO, DFO slaw, bbq sauce, garlic lime crema
  • Falafel Pita – Veg, DFO Lettuce, tomato, pickled onion, radish, garlic lime crema
  • Falafel Bowl – Vegan Option lettuce, tomato, pickled onion, radish, garlic lime crema

Fryer

  • Fries – GF, DF
  • Chili Cheese Fries – GF, DFO
  • Poutine – Veg, GF curds, gravy
  • Pulled Pork Poutine – GF curds, bbq sauce
  • Falafel Poutine – Veg, GF curds, tomato, garlic lime crema
  • Onion Rings – Veg
  • Chili – GF, DF

Frozen Treats

  • Freezies
  • Ice Cream Bar

Beverages

  • Coffee/Tea $3.75
  • Canned Soft Drinks $3.50
  • Flow Boxed Water $3.50
  • Juice $3
  • Assorted Craft Beer & Cider (440mL) $10

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about this event? Click the topics below for more information. If you have a question that is not answered, give us a call at 905-527-1158 or send us a message.

Tickets

You will be required to present your pre-purchased tickets upon arrival, either printed our or digitally on your personal device. Each ticket will be scanned. The confirmation receipt is not a ticket. Your tickets were sent to you as an attachment in a separate email at the time of purchase. 

Weather

Movie Night is rain or shine. If there is inclement weather, the event will be held indoors at RBG Centre.

Seating

Chairs are not provided for this event. Guests are asked to bring blankets, cushions, or pillows for turf seating. For those unable to sit for longer periods of time on the turf, lawn chairs are permitted at the back. The front is reserved for those sitting on the lawn.

Accessibility

RBG welcomes the use of personal assistive devices that allow visitors to enjoy our facilities and services. The stage is located in Mitchell’s Field in Hendrie Park, and is accessible by paved pathways.  

Mitchell’s Field is a large, open lawn area with a natural slope. 

For convenience RBG has a limited number of wheelchairs available for loan. Wheelchairs are available on a first come basis and may not be reserved in advance. It is recommended guests bring their own wheelchairs. 

If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact us at 905-527-1158.