SFA's Summer Movie Nights Could Return to Nacogdoches

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In 2019, Stephen F. Austin State University hosted popular Summer Movie Nights at its Homer Bryce Stadium, where the community gathered to watch classic films on the endzone jumbotron. The events, which allowed attendees to bring their own snacks and blankets, were a hit, and there are now calls to bring back the tradition.

Why it matters

The Summer Movie Nights provided a beloved community event that brought people together for nostalgia and outdoor entertainment. Reviving the screenings could help reinvigorate campus-community relations and offer a unique summertime activity in Nacogdoches.

The details

The Summer Movie Nights at SFA's Homer Bryce Stadium allowed attendees to watch classic films like "Remember the Titans" on the stadium's large endzone screen. Guests could bring their own lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks purchased from the open concession stand to enjoy the full movie-going experience.

• The Summer Movie Nights were held in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic.
• There have been calls to bring back the movie screenings in recent months.

What’s next

University officials have not yet confirmed whether the Summer Movie Nights will return, but community members are hopeful the tradition can be revived.