Olympic Stories & Silver Screens: Cool Runnings

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Program Type:

Film Screenings

Age Group:

All Ages

Program Description

Event Details

Join us for a screening of Cool Runnings (1993), a beloved sports comedy based on the true story of the first Jamaican bobsled team to compete in the Winter Olympics. Starring John Candy, Leon, and Doug E. Doug, the film follows a determined group of athletes who, despite their tropical roots and lack of snow, chase their dream of Olympic glory with humor, heart, and teamwork. Rated PG, Cool Runnings features themes of perseverance, friendship, and good-natured comedy. Enjoy complimentary popcorn with a variety of toppings and packets of hot chocolate to keep you cozy while you cheer on the team that believed anything was possible!