The Park Theatre is delighted to announce the Downton Abbey Monadnock Celebration, a vibrant three-week event from September 11 to October 2, 2025, featuring the debut of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Directed by Simon Curtis and written by Julian Fellowes, this highly anticipated film concludes the Crawley family’s saga in the 1930s and will be screened in The Park’s award-winning 330-seat Eppes Auditorium, featuring a giant screen and a 17-speaker ULTRA surround sound system.

 

The celebration begins with a special advance screening on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 6:30 PM, debuting the film one day before its official release on September 12. This exclusive event will feature raffles, prizes, and surprises, setting the tone for a festive celebration. The event continues with exciting activities, including a Period Dress Contest on Saturday, September 13, where attendees can showcase their best Downton-inspired attire, and a Butler’s Race on Saturday, September 20, open to all, where participants carry trays of champagne in a fun, themed competition. Local restaurants will offer special Downton-inspired menus, and The Park Theatre’s bar will serve Downton Martinis. Additional prizes and surprises will enhance the experience throughout the celebration. For full details, visit theparktheatre.org/downton-abbey.

 

Open caption (English subtitles) matinee screenings will be offered every Wednesday during the run to ensure accessibility for all. 

 

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale follows the Crawley family and their staff as they navigate Lady Mary’s public divorce scandal and financial challenges threatening their legacy. Featuring returning stars Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, and Laura Carmichael, alongside newcomers Joely Richardson and Alessandro Nivola, the film delivers an emotional farewell to the beloved series that began in 2010.

 

Tickets for the film are priced at $10 for general admission and $9 for seniors/children/students/teachers/active military. The Park Theatre, located at 19 Main Street, Jaffrey, NH, invites the Monadnock community to join this grand celebration of a global cultural phenomenon.

 

For tickets and more information, visit theparktheatre.org or contact the box office at (603) 532-8888 or boxoffice@theparktheatre.org. Don’t miss this unforgettable Downton Abbey experience in the state-of-the-art Eppes Auditorium!