# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Season Launch)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: 1977, USA, 137 min, dir: Steven Spielberg

50th Anniversary

After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.

This season launch we’re celebrating more than just the year ahead—we’re celebrating Metro Cinema’s upcoming Semi-Centennial, with a special anniversary screening of CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND!⁠
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Join our jubilee in the lobby for food, drinks, auctions, fundraisers, and other special encounters; take a look ahead at our upcoming year of programming, future plans, and how we plan to celebrate 50 years of Metro Cinema throughout the season; and prepare to get abducted into Steven Spielberg’s cinematic spaceship!⁠
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Screening: September 4th⁠
Doors & Reception at 6:00PM, Opening Remarks & Film at 7:00PM⁠.⁠
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Admission by donation.⁠
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edmonton/close-encounters-of-the-third-kind-season-launch/200030544834410
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, nonprofit, it, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 54

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Edmonton
- **state**: AB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 8712 109 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada, Alberta T6G 1E9
- **lat**: 53.52317
- **long**: -113.51255
- **full address**: 8712 109 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada, Alberta T6G 1E9

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Season Launch) being held?
  - **A:** Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Season Launch) takes place on Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 8712 109 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada, Alberta T6G 1E9.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Season Launch)?
  - **A:** Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Season Launch) is organized by Metro Cinema.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Metro Cinema's events?
  - **A:** Metro Cinema has 220+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Metro Cinema has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Season Launch) is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edmonton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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