Woodstock, IL Groundhog Day: Will Willie see his shadow and predict 6 more weeks of winter?

The Woodstock groundhog is expected to make his prediction Thursday morning. Will there be 6 more weeks of winter?

It's celebrated in the finest fashion in Woodstock.The movie "Groundhog Day" hit the big screen 30 years ago. That iconic film was filmed in Woodstock, featuring Bill Murray.

And the city plans to celebrate all things groundhog Thursday, including visits from people who were part of making the movie and walking tours to see sites from the film. You can actually watch the film, too.With almost two dozen events planned, the festival will continue through Sunday.If he sees his shadow, it means six more weeks of winter.Melissa McMahon, with the Woodstock Groundhog Day Committee, joined ABC7 Chicago live Thursday to talk more about the festivities.

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

ABC7Chicago /  🏆 284. in US

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Move Over, Punxsutawney Phil: This Local Groundhog Honors Chicago Suburb Where 'Groundhog Day' Was FilmedIt’s a beloved winter holiday featuring a plump groundhog and an iconic movie — but did you know ‘Groundhog Day’ was filmed just outside of Chicago?
Read more »

Groundhog Day 2023: Punxsutawney Phil the groundhog sees his shadowGroundhog Day 2023: Love winter? The groundhog has some good news you for you. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow Thursday morning which means six more weeks of winter.
Read more »

Punxsutawney Phil’s Groundhog Day prediction: 6 more weeks of winterPunxsutawney Phil has predicted six more weeks of winter after emerging from his burrow Thursday.
Read more »

Groundhog Day 2023: Punxsutawney Phil sees shadow, predicts 6 more weeks of winterPunxsutawney Phil emerged on Groundhog Day 2023 and saw his shadow, suggesting that six more weeks of winter looms.
Read more »

How to watch the Groundhog Day reveal if you can’t be in PunxsutawneyIf you couldn’t make it to Gobbler’s Knob this year for the party (or just wanted to stay warm indoors on a chilly February morning), worry not. Here’s how you can still watch the proceedings live!
Read more »

Small Pennsylvania town ready for Groundhog DayDo you think the groundhog will see his shadow this year?
Read more »