Thriller On 38 Brings 'Zombie-Tastic' Dance Performance To Downtown Geneva

GENEVA, IL — A "zombie-tastic" dance performance is planned Oct. 11 for the eighth annual Thriller on 38 in downtown Geneva.

Jamie Vargo, the owner of Vargo's Dance, is putting on the event, a nod to Michael Jackson's famous "Thriller" music video. Two performances are planned for Thriller on 38: The first starts at 7:30 p.m., and the second will commence at 8:15 p.m. They'll take place in the parking lot behind the dance studio, located at 205 W. State St.

"Thriller on 38 is more than a dance performance — it is a community-wide celebration combining the arts, fitness and public performance in a [family-friendly] format," city officials said.

While Vargo has almost a decade of hosting the event under her belt, this marks the first time she has received a Destination Geneva grant to help organize the show. The program is designed to maintain and improve the city's appeal as a destination by providing reimbursement for special events that result in increased visits, overnight stays and innovative experiences, according to the City of Geneva.

"Jamie’s only ask?" officials wrote in a news release. "Show some local love by grabbing dinner, drinks, or dessert at Geneva's local restaurants, wineries, and breweries before or after the show."

Food trucks will also be on site at the dance performance.