Queen's Marque Movie Night: Napoleon Dynamite

Queen's Marque is hosting another outdoor movie night on Monday, September 7, with Napoleon Dynamite as the main feature. It's part of their movie night series, and this one's free, so it's an easy way to spend a Monday evening downtown without spending a dime.

If you've seen Napoleon Dynamite before, you know the drill: the awkward dance, the voting for class president, and the general dryness of it all. If you haven't, it's a low-key comedy that works just as well on a big screen as it does on a small one. Watching it outdoors changes the vibe a bit, too—instead of a dark cinema, you're out in the open with the city around you, which fits the movie's own sort of off-beat energy.

Since it's an outdoor screening, there's a bit of prep involved. You'll want to bring your own blanket or a folding chair to sit on, and you're encouraged to bring along your favourite snacks to keep you going through the night. It's a bring-your-own-setup kind of deal, so the more comfortable you make your spot, the better. The movie runs from 8:00 p.m. to 9:36 p.m., which means you'll be home well before midnight on a school night.

Entry is free, and the screening is at Queen's Marque, 1715 Lower Water Street, in downtown Halifax. Grab your chair, pack some snacks, and head down for an 8:00 p.m. start.