Park Theatre Will Host Summer Baseball Movie Series
THE NATURAL, A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN, and FIELD OF DREAMS are among five classics screening in the Eppes Auditorium.
The Park Theatre is stepping up to the plate this summer with its 2026 Summer Baseball Movie Series, a five-film celebration of some of the best baseball movies ever made. The series begins Friday, May 29 at 6:30 p.m. with the beloved classic The Natural (1984), and continues throughout the summer in the theatre's 330-seat Eppes Auditorium, featuring a big screen and 17-speaker surround sound.
The full lineup includes The Natural on Friday, May 29; A League of Their Own on Friday, June 12; Eight Men Out on Friday, July 10; Bull Durham on Friday, July 24; and Field of Dreams on Friday, August 14, with all screenings beginning at 6:30 p.m.
“Join us for our curated series of some of the best and most honored baseball movies ever made,” said Steve Jackson, CEO and Managing Director of the theatre, noting that "all films are restored and presented in the Park's signature and award-winning large-format cinematic setting. Plus, be ready for some surprise announcements to be made during the film series."
Tickets are available through The Park Theatre's website where movie titles are listed with tickets and event details. The theatre is located at 19 Main Street in Jaffrey, New Hampshire. Ticket pricing for each film in the series is $10 gerneal admission and $9 for seniors, children 12 and under, students, teachers and active military
More information can be obtained by calling The Park's box office at (603) 532-8888. The facility is completely accessible and there is a bar (ID required) as well as the best popcor in New Hampshire (with real butter).
Film Lineup
May 29 — The Natural (1984)
A classic baseball drama centered on Roy Hobbs, (Robert Redford) a gifted but mysterious player whose story has made the film a fan favorite.
June 12 — A League of Their Own (1992)
Director Penny Marshall's crowd-pleasing story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League and the women who made history on the field. Starring Tom Hanks, Genna Davis, Madonna, Rosie O'Donnell.
July 10 — Eight Men Out (1988)
John Sayles' gripping look at the 1919 Black Sox scandal and one of baseball's most famous moments. Starring John Cusack, David Strathairn, Gordon Clapp, Christopher Lloyd.
July 24 — Bull Durham (1988)
A romantic, funny, and widely loved baseball film that remains one of the most iconic sports movies ever made. Starring Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins.
August 14 — Field of Dreams (1989)
The inspirational story that turned a simple Iowa cornfield into one of cinema's most memorable baseball settings. An epic baseball film. Kevin Costner, Amy Madigan, James Earl Jones, Ray Liotta.
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