Lights, Camera… Mudcat!
A Retro Family Movie Night Under the Stars
A cozy, family-friendly evening under the stars.
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, kids, grandparents, cousins, and friends for a special Mudcat Festival Family Movie Night featuring Disney’s The Aristocats.
This charming animated classic is full of music, adventure, and lovable characters, making it the perfect fit for a relaxed, feel-good night during our 50th Anniversary celebration.
Presented by Contact North
Arrive early and take in the full experience with local vendors and food trucks on site, offering everything from quick bites to sweet treats before the movie begins.
Guests can enjoy popcorn provided by Sweet Retro-spect, glow sticks for the kids, and a fun colouring contest hosted by A&W.
Whether you’re coming for the movie, the snacks, or simply to spend time together, this evening is all about slowing down and enjoying a simple night of community connection.
Event Highlights
Featured Movie: The Aristocats
Popcorn Provided By: Sweet Retro-spect
Glow Sticks: For the kids to light up the night
Colouring Contest: Hosted by A&W
Bring: Lawn chairs, blankets, and your favourite people
A Family Night to Remember
Family Movie Night is one of those moments where everything feels easy — kids laughing, families gathered, and a classic movie playing under the open sky.
Come early, get comfortable, grab some popcorn, and enjoy a night that feels a little like the 70s… simple, fun, and full of good memories.
LOCATION: Central Park
DATE: Friday, June 12th, 2026
TIME: dusk
Featured Movie: The Aristocats
Set in the heart of Paris, The Aristocats is a fun, music-filled Disney classic that follows Duchess and her three kittens as they find their way home with the help of a streetwise alley cat named Thomas O’Malley. Along the way, they encounter colourful characters, catchy songs, and a story full of adventure, humour, and heart.
We chose The Aristocats as part of our “Back to the 70s” celebration, as it was originally released in 1970 and perfectly captures the playful, feel-good spirit of the era. It’s a timeless film that parents can enjoy just as much as kids, making it the perfect choice for a relaxed Family Movie Night where generations can share the experience together.
PRESENTED BY…
Movie Nights Through the Years
Take a look back at some of our favourite Family Movie Night moments from past Mudcat Festivals. From blankets on the grass to kids with glow sticks and popcorn in hand, these photos capture the simple, joyful moments that bring our community together year after year.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor
The Dunnville Chamber of Commerce and the Mudcat Festival Team would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Contact North for presenting Family Movie Night.
Community events like this don’t happen without the support of organizations that believe in bringing people together, creating shared experiences, and investing in the places we call home. Your support helps create moments for families to slow down, connect, and simply enjoy time together.
As we celebrate 50 years of the Dunnville Mudcat Festival, partnerships like this are what make it all possible — not just the events themselves, but the memories created along the way.
Thank you for being part of something so meaningful to our community.
Contact North | Contact Nord is Ontario’s distance education and training network, dedicated to helping individuals access education, training, and career opportunities—no matter where they live.
With a strong focus on supporting communities, Contact North connects people to online and in-person learning programs from colleges, universities, literacy organizations, and training providers across the province. Their local online learning centres offer free access to computers, internet, and one-on-one support to help learners succeed.
By removing barriers to education and creating pathways for personal and professional growth, Contact North plays an important role in strengthening communities and empowering individuals to build their future.
As a proud supporter of community initiatives like the Dunnville Mudcat Festival, Contact North continues to invest in opportunities that bring people together and support lifelong learning.
Thank you to our Community Sponsors…
…for helping us create a warm, welcoming evening where families can relax, connect, and enjoy a simple night together under the stars.
The Dunnville Chamber of Commerce and Mudcat Festival Team would like to thank Sweet Retro-spect for their famous popcorn — Family Movie Night just wouldn’t be the same without Dunnville’s signature treat.
Thank you to A&W and Rooty for their Muddy Colouring Contest — at the Family Movie Night, where they’ll have a table set up for kids to enjoy before the movie and get their final entries in.
Would You Like To Sponsor This Event?
Support a Night Where Families Come Together
Family Movie Night is one of the most heartwarming parts of the Dunnville Mudcat Festival, creating a space where families can slow down, connect, and enjoy a relaxed evening together under the open sky. With a classic film, food trucks, vendors, and activities for the kids, it’s more than just a movie—it’s a shared community experience that brings people together.
Sponsorship helps us keep this event accessible, welcoming, and full of those simple moments that turn into lasting memories for families in our community and visitors to Dunnville.
Flip through the sponsorship package below to explore how your business can be part of creating a special night for families during this milestone 50th anniversary celebration.
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