First Friday Market & Movie Night: The Incredibles at Moore Square
Food trucks, lawn lounging, and a superhero screening under the stars.
Shannon
April 23, 2026
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Grab your blanket, claim your patch of grass, and settle in for a feel-good night at Moore Square. Starting at 5 PM on May 1, browse local vendors, snack your way through food trucks, and catch live music before The Incredibles lights up the lawn at 7:15PM. Pro tip: the lawn fills up fast—your future self will thank you for arriving early.
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