If you’re looking for fun and affordable outings for the whole family this summer, you can’t beat outdoor movies in the park DMV families can enjoy together. Kick back with family favorites and classic blockbusters all season long, and don’t forget your lawn chairs, blankets and favorite snacks. Check out these can’t-miss screenings across DC, Maryland and Virginia.
Key takeaways
- Zoom out: Outdoor movie nights across the DMV offer fun and affordable family entertainment all summer long, giving families a chance to get out of the house and enjoy the beautiful summer weather.
- Zoom in: From waterfront screenings to neighborhood park movies, there are plenty of unique viewing experiences in DC, Maryland and Virginia.
- More details: Most events are free and encourage families to bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks for a relaxing night outdoors.
Outdoor movies in the park DMV: where to go by area
Wherever you live, you’ll find outdoor movies in the park DMV-wide all summer long, so grab the family and make a night of it.
DC
The Drive-In at Union Market
- Location: Union Market, 1309 5th St. NE, Washington, DC
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The Drive-In at Union Market is an outdoor movie event series that is hosted at the Union Market District. Enjoy the Market District’s wide variety of food options, from street food to Michelin-rated dining, and then kick back with the family to enjoy movie night outdoors on the big screen. Bring your chairs and blankets to watch free on Neal Place. Movie showings are $25 per car if you and your family would rather watch from the lot. Check out their website for movie-showing dates and times!
CiNoMatic
- Location: Alethia Tanner Park, 227 Harry Thomas Way NE, Washington, DC
Don’t miss out on NoMa’s outdoor movie series on Wednesdays at sunset at Alethia Tanner Park. From May 20 through June 24, CiNoMatic will be screening family-favorites like “The Goonies,” “Night at the Museum” and “The Princess Bride.” Movies are free of charge but advanced registration is encouraged. Grab a bite from a local DC food truck and set up camp for a great family movie night at the park. Movie-showing dates and times are listed on their website.
Sunset Cinema
- Location: 970 Wharf St. SW, Washington, DC
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Come by The Wharf for free movie showings on Transit Pier all summer long. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Sunset Cinema will be screening action movies, rom-coms, blockbusters and classic favorites for the whole family. Feel free to dine and bring in food from any Wharf restaurant, or grab a bite from the stageside kiosk Union Pie for hot pizza throughout showtimes. Limited lawn chairs will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, so be sure to bring your own chair and blanket. Show times and lineups are available on their website.
Maryland
Movies on the Potomac
- Location: National Harbor Plaza, 165 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD
National Harbor will be hosting a series of movie nights on the Potomac all summer long. Parents can enjoy date nights on Thursdays or bring the family for movie nights on Sundays from May 3 through Sept. 27. Grab a bite to eat from any of the National Harbor restaurants and relax with a gorgeous view of the Potomac and The Capital Wheel. Check out their website for a full list of their movie showings and stay tuned for weather updates on their social media.
Bengie’s
- Location: 3417 Eastern Blvd., Middle River, MD
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Bengie’s is home to the biggest movie theater screen in the USA, and offers double features almost every single weekend. Admission covers all features of the night and is charged per person: $12.50/per person; $7.50/per child; children under 4 enter free. Cash only is accepted at the Box Office. Outside food and beverages are prohibited. Check out their website for movie screening details.
Movies in the Parks – Rockville
- Location: Various locations throughout Rockville
Rockville’s Movies in the Parks series is the perfect kid-friendly outdoor movie series for the summer. From July 30 through Aug. 20, enjoy four different movie screenings in four different neighborhoods. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and snacks, and enjoy a fun movie night with your kiddos. In case of rain, movie screenings will be relocated indoors to the Rockville Senior Center. Stay tuned for movie and park locations to be announced soon.
Virginia
Movies In The Park – Mosaic District
- Location: Strawberry Park at the Mosaic, 2905 District Ave., Fairfax, VA
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Enjoy family favorites and blockbuster movies all summer long in Strawberry Park at Mosaic District. Movie features include classic favorites like “The Parent Trap,” “Tangled” and “Minions,” and newer releases like “Zootopia 2” and “GOAT.” Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and check their website for their summer movie lineup. All movies start at 7 p.m. rain or shine.
Columbia Pike Movie Nights
- Locations: 909 S. Dinwiddie St., Arlington, VA; 2501 9th Road S, Arlington, VA
Enjoy Arlington’s free community movie nights on Saturdays in July and August, sponsored by the Columbia Pike Partnership. Movies start at sunset (around 8:30 p.m.) and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. This pet-friendly event is perfect for the whole family — just be sure to keep pets on a leash. Check their website for movie screening information, and stay tuned on their social media for updates regarding weather changes.
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