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Short Circuit 40
Attractions & Activities
Here's a look at some of the amazing activities and attractions we have for you over the event weekend. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for announcements & updates!
thursday june 4
COMMUNITY BONFIRE
One weekend not enough for you? Want to meet up with friends before the weekend starts? Join film fans from as early as Thursday at the Community Bonfire on Cannon Beach!
o Two bonfires (one large and one small)
o Sunset & star gazing
o Joke Swap
o Thames Con treats
We will meet in the area of the Ecola Court beach access point, next to The Wayfarer Restaurant. Exact spots will be chosen on the day of due to it being a public beach. There is a parking lot across the street from Theresa's Market and street parking. The restrooms are located next to Theresa's Market. Please bring your own chairs, blankets (IT CAN GET VERY COLD!), smores and drinks. Always remember to "Pack it in, Pack it out" so we leave the beach as we found it; we want to be allowed back next year!
o Two bonfires (one large and one small)
o Sunset & star gazing
o Joke Swap
o Thames Con treats
We will meet in the area of the Ecola Court beach access point, next to The Wayfarer Restaurant. Exact spots will be chosen on the day of due to it being a public beach. There is a parking lot across the street from Theresa's Market and street parking. The restrooms are located next to Theresa's Market. Please bring your own chairs, blankets (IT CAN GET VERY COLD!), smores and drinks. Always remember to "Pack it in, Pack it out" so we leave the beach as we found it; we want to be allowed back next year!
friday june 5
SHORT CIRCUIT EXHIBITION
Courtesy of Sony Archives -we'll be showcasing an exclusive Short Circuit exhibition! This will be a very rare opportunity to get up close and personal with iconic props and behind the scenes materials from Short Circuit 1 & 2.
THE OREGON FILM MUSEUM
The Oregon Film Museum, based in The Goonies jailhouse, will be open throughout the entire event! Come and explore the art and legacy of film & TV production of Oregon.
FILM SCREENINGS
Nothing beats seeing your favourite films with fellow fans on the silver screen, and the Short Circuit films will be playing at the Liberty Theatre during the event! Reminisce and refresh your memory of these iconic films ahead meeting our VIP guests, listening to panels and participating in workshops to heighten your experience!
o Short Circuit
o Short Circuit 2
o Drinks & snacks (cash bar)
o Short Circuit
o Short Circuit 2
o Drinks & snacks (cash bar)
saturday june 6
OPENING CEREMONY
Walking through an event’s doors is incredibly exciting but marking the occasion with our ceremonies are incredibly special. Welcome our VIP guests as well as enjoy exclusive features together with fans.
o Welcome to VIP guests
o Exclusive behind the scenes content
o Johnny 5 slapstick
o New Oregon Film Museum inside look
o Welcome to VIP guests
o Exclusive behind the scenes content
o Johnny 5 slapstick
o New Oregon Film Museum inside look
PANEL TALKS
You’ve watched the films, now hear from the people that made them! Witness our talented VIP Guests reunite and reminisce on stage, sharing behind the scenes info, challenges and candid moments.
VIP PROESSIONAL PHOTOS
Stand side-by-side with your favourite movie stars and snap a moment that will live forever. We can’t think of anything more perfect to get them to sign for you too!
o Single photo ops
o Group photo ops
o Single photo ops
o Group photo ops
RETRO MARKET
The Retro Market is celebration of nostalgia, collectibles and retro pop culture.
Click on the link below to apply for a Vendor Booth.
With:
• Vintage & retro collectibles
• Toys, comics, games, consoles
• Art, prints, handmade items
• Apparel, accessories
• Retro tech & curiosities
• Pop-culture merchandise
Click on the link below to apply for a Vendor Booth.
With:
• Vintage & retro collectibles
• Toys, comics, games, consoles
• Art, prints, handmade items
• Apparel, accessories
• Retro tech & curiosities
• Pop-culture merchandise
VIP SIGNING SESSIONS/ AUTOGRAPHS
Meet our VIP guests face-to-face and have them sign your collectibles of choice! Prints, movie posters, Johnny 5 replicas, or even your professional photo ops – their signature will make anything truly special.
COSPLAY
We’ll have multiple Johnny 5s at the event, but we’d love to see some Short Circuit cosplay too! Cosplay as other 80s film icons? The more the merrier! We’ll be keeping our eyes peeled across the weekend for stand out efforts, so get crafting.
WORKSHOPS
Incredibly unique opportunities to learn industry skills directly from our VIP guests.
SHORT CIRCUIT HOUSE - DECK PHOTO OPS
A unique opportunity to have a photo in an actual filming location - Stephanie Specks Decking! - With incredible views as an extra bonus!
SHORT CIRCUIT HOUSE- DECK PHOTO OPS WITH VIP GUESTS
A photo with our VIP Guests anywhere is something to treasure, but an exclusive opportunity to have it taken on Stephanie Specks Deck would be beyond your wildest dreams, right? RIGHT! We can make it happen.
HOUSE PARTY
For one day only, visit the Short Circuit House for a nostalgic (early) evening, and experience being “on set” at Stephanie’s House.
o Mini-guided tours (from Richard, the house owner)
o Drinks & snacks (we can’t promise “shrimp toast, caviar or pâté”, but there will be “cheese whiz”!)
o Recreated set dressings & props
o 80s ambient music
o “Mingle with the brass”
o Mini-guided tours (from Richard, the house owner)
o Drinks & snacks (we can’t promise “shrimp toast, caviar or pâté”, but there will be “cheese whiz”!)
o Recreated set dressings & props
o 80s ambient music
o “Mingle with the brass”
80's 'REDEMPTION' PROM
Want to relive the memories of your high school prom, or fancy a do over? Come to our 80s Redemption Prom in an actual College Gymnasium! (Clatsop Community College)
o DJ Snake Eyes (80s music ONLY! El De Barge and Bee Gees here we come!)
o Johnny 5 Dance-Off
o Prom King & Queen
o Costume Contest
o Prom: Then & Now
o Retro Games
o Snacks & Drinks (cash bar)
o DJ Snake Eyes (80s music ONLY! El De Barge and Bee Gees here we come!)
o Johnny 5 Dance-Off
o Prom King & Queen
o Costume Contest
o Prom: Then & Now
o Retro Games
o Snacks & Drinks (cash bar)
SHORT CIRCUIT EXHIBITION
Courtesy of Sony Archives -we'll be showcasing an exclusive Short Circuit exhibition! This will be a very rare opportunity to get up close and personal with iconic props and behind the scenes materials from Short Circuit 1 & 2.
FILM SCREENING - THE COLUMBIAN THEATRE
Nothing beats seeing your favourite films with fellow fans on the silver screen, and The Goonies film will be playing at the Columbian Theatre during the event!
o The Goonies
o Drinks & snacks
o The Goonies
o Drinks & snacks
MORE ACTIVITY / ATTRACTION ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON!
sunday june 7
SHORT CIRCUIT EXHIBITION
Courtesy of Sony Archives -we'll be showcasing an exclusive Short Circuit exhibition! This will be a very rare opportunity to get up close and personal with iconic props and behind the scenes materials from Short Circuit 1 & 2.
THE OREGON FILM MUSEUM
The Oregon Film Museum, based in The Goonies jailhouse, will be open throughout the entire event! Come and explore the art and legacy of film & TV production of Oregon.
PANEL TALKS
You’ve watched the films, now hear from the people that made them! Witness our talented VIP Guests reunite and reminisce on stage, sharing behind the scenes info, challenges and candid moments.
VIP PROESSIONAL PHOTOS
Stand side-by-side with your favourite movie stars and snap a moment that will live forever. We can’t think of anything more perfect to get them to sign for you too!
o Single photo ops
o Group photo ops
o Single photo ops
o Group photo ops
RETRO MARKET
The Retro Market is celebration of nostalgia, collectibles and retro pop culture.
• Vintage & retro collectibles
• Toys, comics, games, consoles
• Art, prints, handmade items
• Apparel, accessories
• Retro tech & curiosities
• Pop-culture merchandise
• Vintage & retro collectibles
• Toys, comics, games, consoles
• Art, prints, handmade items
• Apparel, accessories
• Retro tech & curiosities
• Pop-culture merchandise
VIP SIGNING SESSIONS/ AUTOGRPAHS
Meet our VIP guests face-to-face and have them sign your collectibles of choice! Prints, movie posters, Johnny 5 replicas, or even your professional photo ops – their signature will make anything truly special.
COSPLAY
We’ll have multiple Johnny 5s at the event, but we’d love to see some Short Circuit cosplay too! Cosplay as other 80s film icons? The more the merrier! We’ll be keeping our eyes peeled across the weekend for stand out efforts, so get crafting.
WORKSHOPS
Incredibly unique opportunities to learn industry skills directly from our VIP guests.
SHORT CIRCUIT HOUSE- DECK PHOTO OPS WITH VIP GUESTS
A photo with our VIP Guests anywhere is something to treasure, but an exclusive opportunity to have it taken on Stephanie Specks Deck would be beyond your wildest dreams, right? RIGHT! We can make it happen.
SHORT CIRCUIT HOUSE - DECK PHOTO OPS
A unique opportunity to have a photo in an actual filming location - Stephanie Specks Decking! - With incredible views as an extra bonus!
CLOSING CEREMONY
Help us to say a fond farewell to our VIP guests and the event itself as well as enjoy exclusive features together with fans.
o Say farewell to VIP guests
o Exclusive behind the scenes content
o Johnny 5 slapstick
o New Oregon Film Museum inside look
o Say farewell to VIP guests
o Exclusive behind the scenes content
o Johnny 5 slapstick
o New Oregon Film Museum inside look
MOVIE BAR TRIVIA NIGHT
So you think you know everything about 80s film, eh? Or perhaps you just want to enjoy a Bud with your buds whilst listening to some tunes? Sign up for our Movie Bar Trivia night, followed by live music!
o PRIZES!
o Live music (by 80s chart performers!)
o Drinks & hot food (Available to purchase)
o PRIZES!
o Live music (by 80s chart performers!)
o Drinks & hot food (Available to purchase)
FILM SCREENINGS
Nothing beats the silver screen, and the Short Circuit films will be playing at the Liberty Theatre during the event! Reminisce and refresh your memory of these iconic films ahead meeting our VIP guests, listening to panels and participating in workshops to heighten your experience!
o Short Circuit
o Short Circuit 2
o Drinks & snacks (cash bar)
o Short Circuit
o Short Circuit 2
o Drinks & snacks (cash bar)
Nothing beats seeing your favourite films with fellow fans on the silver screen, and The Goonies film will be playing at the Columbian Theatre during the event!
o The Goonies
o Drinks & snacks
o The Goonies
o Drinks & snacks
MORE ACTIVITY / ATTRACTION ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON!
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