Free Outdoor Movies in the South Bay and LA 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. This program is offered for free and registration is not required. Picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs are welcome.
Movie Lineup:
June 14, 8:15pm – Dog Man
La Romeria Park
July 12, 8:15pm – Moana 2
De Portola Park
August 9, 8pm – Sonic 3
Wilson Park
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 21 – Sonic 3
July 20 –Moana 2
Movie Nights at the Queen Mary
What better way to take in a movie than alongside the Queen Mary? These outdoor summer movies are free to attend but require advanced reservations. Bring your own lawnchairs, blankets, and food.
Movie Lineup:
June 13 – The Shining (R)
July 16 – Goonies
Aug 6 – Ratatouille
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:
June 13 – The Goofy Movie
July 11 – Wild Robot
Aug 22 – Moana 2
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. Movie begin when it gets dark.
Movie Lineup:
June 14 – Moana 2
July 12 – Top Gun
August 9 – The Wild Robot
More Outdoor Movies in Los Angeles
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 13 – IF
June 20 – Toy Story
June 27 – Moana 2
July 11 – Encanto
July 18 – Dog Man
July 25 – Inside Out 2
Aug 1 – Lilo and Stitch
Aug 8 – The Garfield Movie
Aug 15 – Venom The Last Dance
Aug 22 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
Aug 29 – Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice
Movies at the Steps – Culver City
Head to the Culver Steps to check free, family-friendly movies on Friday nights in June. Movies begin at sunset 8:30pm and complimentary popcorn is provided. Bring your own blankets to sit on.
Movie Lineup:
June 6 – The Parent Trap
June 13 – Little Giants
June 20 – E.T.
June 27 – Little Rascals
Movies in the Park Culver City
July is “Parks Make Life Better!” month and the Culver City PRCS is celebrating with free Movies in The Park every Saturday night. Pack your picnic and blankets or lawn chairs. Movies begin at dusk.
Movie Lineup:
July 5 – Mufasa at Culver West Alexander Park
July 12 –The Little Rascals at Syd Kronenthal Park
July 19 – Shrek at Fox Hills Park
July 26 – Wicked at Veterans Memorial Park
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 7 – Coco
July 14 – Crazy Rich Asians
July 21 – A League of Their Own
July 28 – The Princess Diaries
Aug 4 – In the Heights
Movies on the Green – Warner Center
Enjoy family-friendly movies in the park. Pack a picnic and enjoy the evening under the stars. Movies begin at dusk (8pm).
Movie Lineup TBA
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