Lights, camera, action this summer and fall at Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater as Hollywood has come to downtown Alton on the big screen. The Alton Parks & Recreation Department will be showcasing first-rate movies on a 30-foot inflatable screen several times this year starting on Friday, Aug. 5.

The Alton Parks & Rec Department purchased the screen and sound system to offer an additional opportunity for locals and visitors to spend a night in historic Alton.

“The Amphitheater is a wonderful venue to host an outdoor movie,” Michael Haynes, Alton Park & Rec Director, explained. “It’s a great place for people to gather for concerts, movies, tailgate sales, runs and other special events to drive people to Alton because of the 4,000 capacity seating area plus it’s right on the riverfront so the view from the amphitheater is one of a kind.”

Haynes recommends people bring a blanket or a lawn chair to see the movies at Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater. Concessions will be open for people to purchase drinks and snacks. People can bring in an unopened bottled water. There is no cost to see the movie. Parking is available at Riverfront Park and in downtown Alton.