WEDU PBS Announces Downton Abbey, Season 5 Premiere Screening Events

TAMPA, Fla. - Dec. 1, 2014 - PRLog -- Downton Abbey returns January 4, 2015 for an epic fifth season of intimately interlaced stories centered on an English country estate—a deliciously entertaining formula that has made it the highest-rated drama in PBS history.

For fans that just can’t wait, WEDU PBS announced a series of advanced premiere screenings and themed reception events. WEDU’s Downton Abbey road trip will make stops in Wesley Chapel, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Lakeland, and Sarasota.

“This is the third year that WEDU has hosted events ahead of the on-air premiere of Downton Abbey on Masterpiece. Many fans come out dressed in period attire and are in full character for the event. Everyone has a great time with all of other fans of the show,” stated Allison Hedrick, WEDU Vice President of Communications. “This year, we’re visiting 5 cities with themed receptions that will include food, drinks, themed entertainment, and reserved seating to the premiere screening.”

While the receptions will require a ticket purchase, with proceeds supporting programs like fan favorite Downton Abbey on WEDU, there will be a premiere screening that is free and open to the public. Details and tickets to all the events can be reserved online at: www.wedu.org/downtonabbey.