27th annual Blobfest
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 07/12/2026
The 27th annual Blobfest takes over the historic Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA, from July 10–12, 2026. This year's carnival-inspired theme, "Cirque du Blobfest," features the famous theatre run-out, a street fair, and screenings of sci-fi horror films.
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This year's Cirque Du Blobfest theme puts a carnival-inspired spin on the famous event, combining engaging entertainment and theatrical experiences oozing with surprises to create one of the most unique Blobfests yet.
**New events include**:
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Friday Night Screening and Run Out: An immersive twist to the legendary opening-night spectacle led by a Ringmaster, featuring performances by a troupe of carnival musicians, and the first-ever Rocky Horror Picture Show-style screening of The Blob.
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Dinner en Blob: A playful twist on the popular Dinner en Blanc tradition, featuring guests dressed in their best all-red attire, bringing their own tablescapes, food, and beverages to a secret location, transforming it into a sea of crimson for an epic Blobfest party
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Circus-Themed Film Screenings: An expanded lineup of circus-inspired films will be screened throughout the weekend, including Dumbo, Big Top Pee-Wee, Clown in a Cornfield, and Killer Klowns from Outer Space.
The weekend also features a packed lineup of fan-favorite events, including the Saturday Street Fair & Kids Carnival, the annual Costume Contest, La Masa Devoradora (a Spanish-language screening of The Blob), the 9th Annual Blobfest 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, and plenty of monstrous fun.
Location:
The Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460, United States
See map: Google Maps
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The event has already taken place on this date:
07/12/2026
Time:
Times vary.
Ages
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