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The Muppet Christmas Carol in 35mm

Thursday, December 18, 2025 @ 7:00pm



Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
1601 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

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“Elfie” Selfies: 6 PM – 7 PM

Holiday Organ Concert: 6:30 PM – 7 PM

Film: 7 PM

Join us once again for UCPAC’s annual holiday tradition: “The Muppet Christmas Carol” in 35mm!

Come enjoy this classic film on our big screen and be sure to come early to snap “elfie” selfies with Santa’s friends and maybe a surprise special guest (or two)! To get you even more into the holiday spirit, an organ concert of festive favorites, played on our “Biggest Little Wurlitzer,” starts at 6:30 PM.

In addition to Kermit (Bob Cratchit), Miss Piggy (Mrs. Cratchit), the Great Gonzo (Charles Dickens) and Rizzo the Rat (Himself, “The Muppet Christmas Carol” stars Academy Award Winner Michael Caine as Ebeneezer Scrooge. The film features original songs by famed composer Paul Williams (“The Rainbow Connection”).

Whether you’ve never seen “The Muppet Christmas Carol” in a theater before, watched it every year since you were a child, or are taking your grandchildren to see it for the first time, we’re excited to be a part of your holiday celebrations!

This screening is part of UCPAC’s Third Thursdays Classic & 35mm Film Series. UCPAC’s Third Thursdays events offer themed drinks, photo ops, and other surprises. The Muppet Christmas Carol in 35mm is one of our most popular events each holiday season, so don’t wait – get your tickets today!




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