Outdoor movies are the perfect way to enjoy warm summer nights. Whether it’s a solo activity, date night or family outing, this roundup covers the best outdoor movie events happening in L.A. this summer.
Movie Mondays at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
July 8, 15, 22, 29, 8 p.m.
600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa
Bring your own picnic, blanket or chair to the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at Segerstrom Center for the Arts Mondays through July and August. Catch family-friendly movies including “The Muppet Movie” on July 8, “Pitch Perfect” on July 15, “Jurassic Park” on July 22, “13 Going on 30” on July 29 and “Back to the Future” on Aug. 5. FREE. scfta.org
Pro tip: Although movies begin at dusk, around 8 p.m., the plaza opens at 5:30 p.m., so you can grab a bite from one of the food trucks and snag your spot.
City Cinemas in the Park
July 26 and Aug. 23, 8 p.m.
Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Bridgeport Park, 23521 Bridgeport Lane, Santa Clarita
Bring blankets and chairs for free movies under the stars on the fourth Friday of every month through October. On July 26 at 8 p.m., catch “Barbie” at Central Park and on Aug. 23 at 8 p.m., enjoy the 1995 film “Toy Story” at Bridgeport Park. FREE. SantaClarita.gov/CityCinemas
Pro tip: On-site food trucks will be available an hour before each movie begins.
Community Movie Night at Audubon Center at Debs Park
July 26, Aug. 23, 5:30 p.m.
4700 N. Griffin Ave., Los Angeles
Community movie night features free family-friendly movies the last Friday of the month. Immerse yourself in the ethereal worlds of Japanese filmmaker Miyazaki with “Ponyo” on July 26 and “Howl’s Moving Castle” on Aug. 23. FREE. debspark.audubon.org
Pro tip: Arrive early to explore the trails around Debs Park before the movie.
Movies at Warner Park
Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 8 p.m.
5800 CA-27, Woodland Hills
Every Saturday night Aug. 3-31, Warner Park will host a free, family-friendly movie night featuring fan-favorites such as “Barbie” and “Wish.” FREE. valleycultural.org
Pro tip: Event parking starts at 4:30 p.m.
Movies Under the Stars at One Colorado
July 13, 27, 8:30 p.m.
41 Hugus Aly, Pasadena
One Colorado hosts a free movie night in the courtyard select Saturdays in July. Seating is first come, first serve, so bring your chair and snacks early to catch “Pitch Perfect” on July 13 or “Legally Blonde” on July 27. FREE. onecolorado.com
Pro tip: If you’re coming from a day of shopping, show your receipt for a minimum purchase of $50 from one of the One Colorado shops to receive VIP seating, popcorn, soft drink and an EPIC Theatres promotion.
To find more activities and entertainment for summer nights in L.A., visit our full roundup.
Nina Harada is Digital Editor of L.A. Parent.
