Free Outdoor Movies in the South Bay This Summer
Nothing beats a cool summer evening enjoying outdoor movies under the stars. The only thing better is when they’re free! Pack a picnic and a blanket and enjoy an evening of family-friendly movies at one of these free events this summer.
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Free Outdoor Movies in the South Bay
Torrance Parks and Recreation: Summer Movies In the Park
Torrance Parks and Recreation is hosting three different Saturday movie nights this summer at parks across Torrance as part of the Torrance Summer Nights. These programs are offered for free and registration is not required. Picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs are welcome.
Movie Lineup:
June 13, 7:45pm – Goat
El Prado Park
July 11, 7:45pm – Hoppers
Hickory Park
August 15, 7:45pm – Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Wilson Park Amphitheater
City of Rolling Hills Estates: Movie Night at the Park
Join in the fun for free summer movie nights on Saturdays at Ernie Howlett Park. Bring a blanket or beach chair and some movie time treats and gear up for some family fun movies! Movie begins at dusk, approximately 8pm.
Movie Lineup:
June 20 – Zootopia 2
August 15 –The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
**TBA** 2nd & PCH Movies and Moonlight
The free event starts at 6 pm, with the film starting as soon as it gets dark. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a cozy night of outdoor movies by the marina.
Movie Lineup:
TBA
Rancho Palos Verdes Movies in the Park
These free outdoor movies are hosted by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes Recreation and Parks Department in the Ken Dyda Civic Center. Food trucks are available, but you’re welcome to pack your own picnic. Movies begin at dusk.
Movie Lineup:
June 13 – Bad Guys 2
July 11 – The Sandlot
August 8 – Hoppers
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Dockweiler Youth Center: Beach Movie Nights
The Department of Beaches and Harbors presents Beach Movie Nights. Enjoy free family-friendly movie screenings on the sand, by the waves, and under the stars at the Dockweiler Youth Center, Friday nights this summer! Be sure to bring blankets and bundle up. All movies start at 8:00 p.m.
Movie Lineup:
June 5 – Encanto
June 12 – Smurfs
June 19 – Coco
June 26 – The LEGO Movie
July 3 – Sketch
July 10 – Elio
July 17 – Goat
July 24 – Anaconda (2025)
July 31 – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Aug 7 – The Princess and the Frog
Aug 14 – Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
Aug 21 – Elf
Aug 28 – The Nightmare Before Christmas
Movies at the Steps – Culver City
Head to the Culver Steps to check free, family-friendly movies on Friday nights in June and July. Movies begin at sunset (approx. 8:20pm) and complimentary popcorn is provided. Bring your own blankets to sit on.
Movie Lineup:
June 5 – Barbie (PG13)
June 12 – The Sandlot (PG)
June 19 – The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG)
June 26 – Wonka (PG)
July 3 –Top Gun: Maverick (PG13)
July 10 –The Smurfs (PG)
July 17 – Freakier Friday (PG)
July 24 – Elf (PG)
July 31 – Wicked (PG)
Segerstrom Center’s Movies on the Argyro’s Plaza
Every Monday night throughout the summer the Segerstrom Center hosts a free movie night. Bring your own blanket or chair and snacks. Movies begin at dusk with pre-show activities starting at 6pm.
Movie Lineup:
July 6 – Parent Trap
July 13 – Men in Black
July 20 – How to Train Your Dragon
July 27 – The Lizzie McGuire Movie
Aug 3 – Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl
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