Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Goonies Weekend Press Release

The Truffle Shuffle Turns 30: Anniversary Celebration for The Goonies in Historic Astoria, Ore.


Fans Return to Filming Locations to Commemorate Cult Classic in 2015

Eager to relive one of the most beloved coming-of-age stories of the 1980s, fans will flock to historic Astoria, Ore., to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the cult classic film The Goonies, June 4-7, 2015.

WHAT:
During the four-day event, Goonies can tour iconic film locations, hit the lanes at “Chunk’s Bowling Alley,” attend quote-a-long film screenings, listen to on-set stories from Sloth’s stunt double, sip Truffle Shuffle Stout from local Fort George Brewery, join the Truffle Shuffle 5K and seek adventure on a Geocaching scavenger hunt. The VirtuaLUG builders group, all of whom are Adult Fans of LEGO (or AFOLs), recreated iconic scenes from The Goonies that will be on display. In the spirit of One Eyed Willie’s treasure-filled ship in the film, the tall ship Lady Washington will be offering tours and sails in Astoria during the celebration. The event is sponsored in part by KOA, Dark Horse Comics and Geocaching.
 
WHEN:
Thursday, June 4, 2015 – Sunday, June 7, 2015
 
WHERE:
The Goonies was filmed at various locations across the Oregon Coast, including Astoria and Cannon Beach. Located where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean, the historic maritime community of Astoria is still home to a working waterfront. The revitalized downtown boasts a vibrant cultural scene including top breweries, art galleries, museums, a restored 1920s vaudeville theater, restaurants and local boutiques.
 
COST:
Individual ticketed events are now on sale at TicketsWest starting at $20.
 
INFO:
For more information about the region, the event and local lodging options, call the Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce at (800) 875-6807 or visit www.travelastoria.com.
            
Visit http://www.thegoondocks.org/ for complete event details.
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