Movies On The Island

Free Outdoor Movie Nights Promoting Healthy Choices

Movies On The Island – A Summer of Safe, Family Fun

The Douglas County Drug Prevention Coalition is proudly hosting three nights of family friendly movies at Barkers Island Festival Park! Enjoy the beauty of the bay while watching a film under the stars. Bring your blankets, chairs, and the whole family for a memorable experience! The fun begins at dusk on the first three Saturdays in August 2025.

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Movies On The Island: Family Fun Under the Stars

Experience the magic of summer with Movies On The Island, a family-friendly, substance-free event series hosted by DC Drug Prevention. Held every Saturday evening in August, these outdoor screenings bring the community together for safe, memorable nights under the stars. Enjoy beloved films like Moana 2, SpongeBob: Sponge Out of Water, and Dolphin Tale—all while supporting a drug-free lifestyle. Bring your blankets, your loved ones, and join us at dusk for a night of fun, connection, and positive vibes!

Saturday, August 2nd - Movies On The Island - Moana 2

Join us at dusk for a magical, family-friendly screening of Moana 2 under the stars! This substance-free event is proudly hosted by The DC Drug Prevention to promote safe, healthy fun for all ages.

Saturday, August 9th - Movies on the Island: SpongeBob SquarePants – Sponge Out of Water

Grab your beach blankets and join us at dusk for a fun-filled, family movie night featuring Sponge Out of Water! Hosted by The DC Drug Prevention, this is a substance-free event promoting healthy choices and unforgettable memories for all ages.

Saturday, August 16th- Movies On The Island - Dolphin Tale

Come enjoy an inspiring evening under the stars with a screening of Dolphin Tale! Hosted by The DC Drug Prevention, this substance-free event offers a heartwarming, family-friendly experience that celebrates courage, friendship, and positive choices.

Help Us Bring Free, Family-Friendly Fun to Barker’s Island

Support Movies on the Island – A New Community Tradition

We’re excited to invite you to be part of something new for our community – Movies on the Island, a free, family-friendly outdoor movie series happening August 2nd, 9th, and 16th, 2025, on beautiful Barker’s Island Festival Park in Superior, Wisconsin. Hosted by the Douglas County Drug Prevention Coalition, this event brings the community together while promoting healthy, positive activities for youth and families.


Our mission is to reduce youth substance use and support positive community norms through prevention, outreach, and education. Events like this play a big role in promoting safe and healthy events for everyone in Douglas County — but we can’t do it without community support. We’re reaching out to local businesses and organizations to help make this event possible. Donations will go directly toward costs like park rental, movie licensing, screen rentals, and on-site services.


No amount is too small — and all support is deeply appreciated. Sponsorship perks are available and tailored to celebrate and recognize your generosity.

Please make checks payable to:
Northwest Wisconsin Community Services Agency
Attn: Douglas County Drug Prevention Coalition

Mail to:
1118 Tower Avenue
Superior, WI 54880

Thank you for your support in helping us launch this event!

Questions?
Contact: Sara White
Phone: (715) 969-8667
Email: swhite@northwest-csa.org

Your Support Brings Community and Healthy Fun Together

Our Amazing Sponsors

We’re incredibly grateful to the generous sponsors who make Movies On The Island possible. Your support helps create safe, fun, and substance-free events for families across our community. Thank you for shining a light on positive experiences this summer!

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