Blobfest Hits Phoenixville: Schedule, What To Know

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — The 25th anniversary of one of Phoenixville's most famous and beloved festivals is set for this weekend.

New celebrations and a wide variety of programming will mark a very special Blobfest in 2024, including two "run-outs" from the Colonial Theatre, multiple film screenings, a street fair, and more.

The three-day festival will take place from July 12 to July 14 as part of the yearly homage to the 1958 cult classic Steve McQueen film, the Blob. The movie was filmed in Phoenixville and features the Colonial Theatre in a key scene.

“2024 is a special year for Blobfest," Jennifer Carlson, the Colonial Theatre’s executive director, said in a statement. "This year, we come together not only to celebrate the history of the filming of The Blob, but also to celebrate Blobfest itself - for the endurance and growing popularity of the festival over 25 years."

Here's an overview of the schedule of events:

• July 12: Stage show and theatre "run out" followed by the Blob Ball inside the theatre
• July 13: Blobfest Street Fair, followed by a second screening and second run out, in honor of the 25th anniversary
• July 14: Blobfest 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon

For a full schedule, details, tickets, and more, see the Colonial Theatre's site here.