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Movie Night at Ryan Field packs a crowd

Northwestern hosts the community for annual event and Pixar’s “Lightyear” under the stars
movie night at ryan field
Photos by Evanston Photographic Studio
movie night at ryan field
Photos by Evanston Photographic Studio
movie night at ryan field
Photos by Evanston Photographic Studio

A summertime ritual at Northwestern, the community gathered earlier this month on Aug. 3 for Movie Night at Ryan Field. Northwestern Athletics, in partnership with the Office of Neighborhood and Community Relations, hosted more than 2,000 guests for a free showing of “Lightyear.”

Attendees were treated to complimentary movie snacks and beverages, and kids enjoyed a wide open Ryan Field turf to throw a football or play tag.

“My family had a great time and we look forward to this event every summer,” said one community member in a survey sent to all participants. “It is such a great opportunity to enjoy a nice summer night and sit on the field to watch a movie. We ran into so many people we knew. This is a great event to bring the community together.”