Flashback Weekend

Name: Flashback Weekend
Address: 9300 W Bryn Mawr, Rosemont, IL, 60018, US
Telephone: (847) 647-3124

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This is the Official Facebook Fan Page for the Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention http://www.flashbackweekend.com

Flashback Weekend is Chicago’s largest and longest running horror convention (held annually during the summer in Rosemont, IL) and is dedicated to the preservation of the big screen theatrical horror film
experience. In 2007 Flashback Weekend saved and restored the historic Midway Drive-In located in Dixon, IL. The Midway Drive-In now holds 35mm Drive-In horror film fests during April and Sept, and first run films during the summer. Visit www.flashbackweekend.com for updates.

09/16/2026

20th Annual Flashback Weekend Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19, 2026! 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985), "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors LIXonline, Time Warp Collectibles, and KItley's Krypt! Gates open at 5:00PM for Horror Merchandise Shopping! 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt. Ticket link in comments.

09/15/2026

Check out the latest blog post from Nick Digilio on his site about the Midway Drive-In Dusk to Dawn HorrorFest this Saturday Sept. 19. The fest is also the book launch and first book signing event for his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS"!
Visit Nick's site and read this amazing write-up on what is happening at the Dusk to Dawn HorrorFest this Saturday! (Link to Nick's blog post on his site is in the comments).

Dusk to Dawn HorrorFest is Four Horror classics including 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985), "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors including LIX, Tike Warp Collectibles, and Kitley's Krypt, 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Gates open at 5:00PM for Horror shopping with the vendors! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo!

09/14/2026

35mm "FRIGHT NIGHT" at Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19, 2026. 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985). Photos from the 35mm print that will be screened! And "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors LIXonline, Time Warp Collectibles, and Kitley's Krypt! Gates open at 5:00PM for Horror Merchandise Shopping! 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt at www.themidwaydrivein.net.

09/08/2026

TICKETS ON SALE for Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19. 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985). Photo from the 35mm print that will be screened! "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors, 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt. Ticket link in the comments.

09/06/2026

Flashback Weekend guest Charles Band announces that his films will be released on Blu-Ray and DVD before streaming! This is a great announcement and very respectful of physical media. For years, the industry has been releasing films on streaming and digital first, then physical media last. This is backwards and not respectful of physical media. Thank you Charles Band for respecting and supporting Blu-Ray, DVD, and physical media!!!

09/01/2026

TICKETS ON SALE for Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19. Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Salute to the 80's! “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985) in 35mm, "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors, 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt. Ticket link in the comments.

08/22/2026

The GREASE stars are here! Come meet them! Gates now open at for VIPS and 5:00pm for General tickets! Midway Drive-In GREASE Event -Sat. Aug. 22! Meet Original Grease Cast Members: Lorenzo Lamas (Tom), Barry Pearl (Doody), Michael Tucci (Sonny), and Jamie Donnelly (Jan). Here is the schedule...
GREASE Fan Event Sat. Aug. 22, 2026 Schedule of Events
3:00PM - Gates open for VIP ticket holders
VIP Meet and Greet with the Celebrity guests
5:00PM - Gates open for General ticket holders
Meet and Greet with the Celebrity guests for General ticket holders
7:00PM - KEY TO THE CITY PRESENTATION BY STERLING MAYOR DIANA MERIDIAN
The Mayor of the City of Sterling Mayor Diana Meridian will present the Keys to the City of Sterling to our GREASE Celebrity guests Lorenzo Lamas, Barry Pearl, Michael Tucci, and Jamie Donnelly
7:15PM - Meet and Greet with the Celebrity guests for General ticket holders resumes
7:30PM - GREASE Costume Contest
7:45PM - GREASE trivia contest
8:00PM - Celebrity guest Meet and Greet ends. Last call for autographs and selfies
AT DUSK - Cast will introduce the movie showing "GREASE" (1978)
AT DUSK - Movie showing "GREASE" (1978)
VIP's enter at 3:00PM. General admission tickets enter at 5:00PM. Your General Meet & Greet Ticket Includes an Unforgettable Night of Grease Magic!
Your General Admission Includes:
* Meet each of the original Grease cast members before the movie during the Meet & Greet. Say “Hi!” Or tell them your favorite story about Grease.
* Enjoy a screening of the original Grease under the evening sky at dusk.
* Join the Grease Rock Scavenger Hunt throughout the venue for your chance to win amazing prizes!
* Show off your style in the Grease Costume Contest at 7:30 PM.
* Test your knowledge in the Grease Trivia Contest at 7:45 PM.
* Belt out your favorite songs during the Grease Sing-a-Long—because everyone knows the words!
* Capture the memories at our fun themed Grease photo backdrops, perfect for selfies and group photos.
Please Note: autographs & selfies are not included in your General or VIP ticket prices. You can obtain them directly from the cast members. $40 for an autograph or selfie or $50 for the combo of both.
Come dressed in your best 1950s attire and get ready for a night where “We Go Together” comes to life!
Midway Drive-In
91 Palmyra Rd
Sterling, Illinois
Gather your Pink Ladies, T-Birds, family, and friends, and join us for an event like no other!
Get your tickets now!
"NO PASSES. This event is produced and run by GREASEVILLE USA. No Midway Drive-In passes will be accepted. Please address all questions and inquiries to [email protected]
Please note the Midway Drive In has a food policy that if the customers bring in outside food or drink, that they need to purchase a $10.00 food permit to do so. You will be able to purchase the food permit at the box-office for $10.00 food permit to cars that are bringing in outside food or drink.

08/19/2026

The schedule is posted for Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In GREASE Event -Sat. Aug. 22! Meet Original Grease Cast Members: Lorenzo Lamas (Tom), Barry Pearl (Doody), Michael Tucci (Sonny), and Jamie Donnelly (Jan). Here is the schedule...
GREASE Fan Event Sat. Aug. 22, 2026 Schedule of Events
3:00PM - Gates open for VIP ticket holders
VIP Meet and Greet with the Celebrity guests
5:00PM - Gates open for General ticket holders
Meet and Greet with the Celebrity guests for General ticket holders
7:00PM - KEY TO THE CITY PRESENTATION BY STERLING MAYOR DIANA MERIDIAN
The Mayor of the City of Sterling Mayor Diana Meridian will present the Keys to the City of Sterling to our GREASE Celebrity guests Lorenzo Lamas, Barry Pearl, Michael Tucci, and Jamie Donnelly
7:15PM - Meet and Greet with the Celebrity guests for General ticket holders resumes
7:30PM - GREASE Costume Contest
7:45PM - GREASE trivia contest
8:00PM - Celebrity guest Meet and Greet ends. Last call for autographs and selfies
AT DUSK - Cast will introduce the movie showing "GREASE" (1978)
AT DUSK - Movie showing "GREASE" (1978)
VIP's enter at 3:00PM. General admission tickets enter at 5:00PM. Your General Meet & Greet Ticket Includes an Unforgettable Night of Grease Magic!
Your General Admission Includes:
* Meet each of the original Grease cast members before the movie during the Meet & Greet. Say “Hi!” Or tell them your favorite story about Grease.
* Enjoy a screening of the original Grease under the evening sky at dusk.
* Join the Grease Rock Scavenger Hunt throughout the venue for your chance to win amazing prizes!
* Show off your style in the Grease Costume Contest at 7:30 PM.
* Test your knowledge in the Grease Trivia Contest at 7:45 PM.
* Belt out your favorite songs during the Grease Sing-a-Long—because everyone knows the words!
* Capture the memories at our fun themed Grease photo backdrops, perfect for selfies and group photos.
Please Note: autographs & selfies are not included in your General or VIP ticket prices. You can obtain them directly from the cast members. $40 for an autograph or selfie or $50 for the combo of both.
Come dressed in your best 1950s attire and get ready for a night where “We Go Together” comes to life!
Midway Drive-In
91 Palmyra Rd
Sterling, Illinois
Gather your Pink Ladies, T-Birds, family, and friends, and join us for an event like no other!
Get your tickets now!

"NO PASSES. This event is produced and run by GREASEVILLE USA. No Midway Drive-In passes will be accepted. Please address all questions and inquiries to [email protected]
Please note the Midway Drive In has a food policy that if the customers bring in outside food or drink, that they need to purchase a $10.00 food permit to do so. You will be able to purchase the food permit at the box-office for $10.00 food permit to cars that are bringing in outside food or drink.

08/11/2026

Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19 presents the 80's Horror Classic “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985). A 35mm presentation of an original 1985 print! Plus three more Horror classics TBA.
Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the official book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS".
Horror vendors, Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more!

Address

9300 W Bryn Mawr
Rosemont, IL
60018

Telephone

(847) 647-3124

Website

http://www.flashbackweekend.com/

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