3 ways to experience ‘A Christmas Story’ locally
It’s not only on TV screens this season.
The actual “A Christmas Story” house might be in Cleveland, but Ralphie Parker and his Red Ryder B.B. gun will be all over the Gem City this holiday season.
Below are three ways the holiday classic movie “A Christmas Story” will be celebrated in the Dayton area this year — so don’t shoot your eye out, kid.
“A Christmas Story” trivia
When: 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6
Where: The Wandering Griffin, 3725 Presidential Drive, Beavercreek
What to expect: Three rounds of trivia about the 1980s movie set in the 1940s. A $10 prize will be given to the winner of each round. There is a $25 grand prize, plus best costume contest for individuals and teams.
Cost: Admission is free. Teams of four or more are asked to call 937-956-5216 to make reservations.
“A Christmas Story” on the big screen
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7; 4:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10; 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20, and 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21.
Where: The Plaza Theatre, 33 S. Main St., Miamisburg
What to expect: What says Christmastime louder than watching Flick get his tongue struck to a frozen pole on the big screen.
Cost: Movie tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at the Plaza’s box office or online at myplazatheatre.com. Call 937-247-5980 for more information.
“A Christmas Story” the play
When: Dec. 12-17. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
Where: Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton
What to expect: The entirety of 9-year-old Ralphie Parker’s epic quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas is staged during the production, including his dad’s major award.
Cost: Tickets start at $30 at TicketCenterStage.com, the Victoria Theatre box office or 937-228-3630 or 888-228-3630.