WOODSTOCK, Ill. (WLS) — Another holiday is upon us — Groundhog Day.
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.
The celebration began Wednesday night, with the welcoming of the groundhog.
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With almost two dozen events planned, the festival will continue through Sunday.
The prognostication ceremony with Woodstock Willie was the main event Thursday morning.
And he saw his shadow, meaning six more weeks of winter.
Punxsutawney Phil in Pennsylvania saw his shadow just before 6:30 a.m.
Melissa McMahon, with the Woodstock Groundhog Day Committee, joined ABC7 Chicago live Thursday to talk more about the festivities.
Woodstock Mayor Mike Turner also thanked the volunteers who help make Groundhog Day so special.
Woodstock Groundhog Day Chairman Rick Bellairs talked about how “Groundhog Day” fans can get a behind-the-scenes look at the movie this week.
Bob Hudgins, locations manager for the “Groundhog Day” movie, said he never expected the film would have such popularity.
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