Nothing says warm weather in NYC like a movie under the skyline!
As the temperatures climb in our favorite city, we get closer and closer to some of our most beloved summer traditions! From free outdoor concerts to iconic street fairs, festivals and night markets, summer is a time full of tradition, culture and new discoveries.
Whether you’re a full-on film buff or just in it for a chill night with friends and a solid snack spread, these screenings are an easy win. Think blankets on the grass, a soft breeze off the Hudson, and a skyline backdrop that honestly deserves its own credit.
Here’s what’s playing this summer at some of NYC’s most beloved parks! 🎬
May
- May 7: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) – Chelsea Green, 8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
- May 8: Inside Out 2 – Basketball Court (Bloomingdale Playground), 8:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. (Best For Kids)
- May 9: Mufasa: The Lion King – Moore Playground, 8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. (Best For Kids)
- May 14: Sonic The Hedgehog 3 – Play Area (Happy Warrior Playground), 8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. (Best For Kids)
July
- July 8: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) – Pier I (Riverside Park South), 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Open Captioned)
- July 15: The Great Muppet Caper (1981) – Pier I (Riverside Park South), 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Best For Kids)
- July 22: Loving Vincent (2017) – Pier I (Riverside Park South), 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
- July 29: The Maltese Falcon (1941) – Pier I (Riverside Park South), 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
August
- August 5: The Good Dinosaur (2015) – Pier I (Riverside Park South), 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Open Captioned, Best For Kids)
- August 6: Strange World (2022) – 145th & Hudson River (Riverside Park), 8:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Best For Kids)
- August 12: La Chimera (2023) – Pier I (Riverside Park South), 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Open Captioned)
- August 13: Vivo (2021) – 145th & Hudson River (Riverside Park), 8:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Best For Kids)
- August 19: National Treasure (2004) – Pier I (Riverside Park South), 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Open Captioned)
- August 20: The Wild Robot (2024) – 145th & Hudson River (Riverside Park), 8:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (Best For Kids)
- August 27: Audience Choice! – 145th & Hudson River (Riverside Park), 8:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
September
- September 18: In the Heights – 96th Street Tennis Courts (Riverside Park), 7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. (Uptown Film Center Pop-Up)
Know Before You Go
- Registration: Some programs may require account creation. Check the NYC Parks Website for official updates.
- Cost: All screenings are Free!
- What to bring: Pack a picnic, bring a blanket/friend, and settle in.
- Accessibility: Select screenings at Pier I include Open Captioning.
