The 1958 cult classic “The Blob” (Steve McQueen’s first starring role) was filmed in the town of Phoenixville, PA in suburban Philadelphia. Every July, the town of Phoenixville celebrates a 3 day street fair called “Blob Fest.” There are continuous showings of “The Blob” and other sci-fi movies from that era at the Colonial Theater (which figured prominently in the movie - near the end of the film, the Blob eats the Colonial theater.) Other activities include a tin foil hat contest, a fire extinguisher parade, and a monster contest.