Friends of the Fox: Classic Movie Series | Wizard of Oz

Join the Friends of the Fox for this 1939 musical classic on the big screen. Judy Garland plays young Dorothy Gale who is swept away with her dog Toto to the magical Land of Oz. Wanting to return home, Dorothy follows the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City to find the Wizard, hopeful he can help her. Along the way, she meets a Scarecrow, a Tin Man, and a Cowardly Lion, who hope the Wizard can help them, too.

“The Wizard of Oz” won two Academy Awards and was one of the inaugural 25 films added to the United States National Film Registry. The film, its music, quotes, and villain, are included in numerous American Film Institute 100 Years and Top 10 lists. "Over the Rainbow" is considered the best song in film.

Doors open at 1:00 PM. Dave Moreno plays a live concert at the “Mighty” Morton organ at 1:30 PM. Our master of ceremonies, Matías Bombal announces the movie at 2 PM. Friends of the Fox offer complimentary drinks and snacks, and a tour of the theatre after the film. Donations are greatly appreciated.

The Friends of the Fox is a volunteer, non-profit organization offering a monthly classic movie experience at the Bob Hope Fox Theatre. Founded in 1995, the Friends of the Fox supported the restoration of the Theatre through significant fundraising efforts. More than 25 years later, the organization continues to promote the Theatre as an integral part of the Stockton community and the “Crown Jewel” of downtown Stockton’s revitalization efforts.

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Please note that the theatre will be using the following security procedures for all events.  Please plan accordingly. 

• All patrons are subject to search of person, including the use of a metal detectors. 

• Bags larger than 10" x 8" x 6” will not be permitted into the theatre, this includes backpacks, purses, and diaper bags.   

• Camera policy is set by the show, best practice suggests no cameras for events 

• No weapons of any kind will be permitted into the theatre 

• No outside food or beverage will be permitted into the theatre 

• We are a cashless facility! All points of sale within the venue are no longer accepting cash. Please be prepared to pay with your credit card, debit card or mobile pay. Thank you! 

• The theatre is a no smoking facility, there is no designated smoking area 

• The theatre has a no re-entry policy. 

We encourage you to plan accordingly for traffic in the City, parking and long lines when entering the theatre. 

Parking is located at the Coy Garage – 130 N Hunter St, Stockton, California.