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Outdoor Movie Nights in Philly This Summer ? 

ByBrittany Delgado Hours

There’s nothing like watching a movie under the stars—and Philly has dozens of options this summer! From rooftops and riverside lawns to neighborhood parks and suburban amphitheaters, here’s your ultimate guide to outdoor movie nights in and around Philadelphia—organized by location so you can easily find a spot near you.

? Center City & Surrounding Neighborhoods

? Schuylkill Banks Movie Nights

Thursdays at dusk | FREE
 Locations: Lawn north of Walnut St Bridge & Grays Ferry Crescent

  • June 19: Men in Black (1997)
  • June 26: Before Sunrise
  • July 10: Paddington in Peru
  • July 17: WALL‑E
  • July 24: Argo
  • July 31: The LEGO Batman Movie
  • Aug 7: Good Will Hunting (8:15 PM)
  • Aug 14: The Jungle Book (2016)

? Sunset Social at Cira Green (University City)

Wednesdays at 7 PM | FREE
 Location: 129 S 30th St, rooftop park

  • May 7: The Fall Guy
  • May 14: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
  • May 21: Moana 2
  • May 28: Indiana Jones: Last Crusade
  • June 4: Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
  • June 11: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
  • June 18: Wicked
  • June 25: Inside Out 2
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? Movies at the Mann (Fairmount Park)

Select dates | Tickets start at $29
 Location: 5201 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia

? City Parks (Fairmount Park & Neighborhoods)

? Park Friends Movie Nights (Citywide)

June – October | FREE
 More than 25 Philly parks are hosting movie nights this year! Some highlights:

  • June 17: Men in Black – Wister Woods
  • June 18: Inside Out 2 – Elmwood Park
  • June 28: Moana 2 – Burholme Park
  • July 12: Paddington in Peru – 3rd & Norris
  • August 9: Paddington – Thomas Hart Park
  • August 16: Moana 2 – Cliveden Park
  • October 3: Wicked – McMichael Park

? Clark Park (West Philly)

Fridays in August | FREE

  • Aug 1: The Goonies
  • Aug 8: Clueless
  • Aug 15: Madagascar
  • Aug 22: Creed
     (Rain date: Aug 23)

? West Philly

? Parkside Community Movie Night (Flicks at the Fountain)

Friday, May 9 | FREE
 Location: Parkside Fountain

  • Movie: Mufasa (PG)
  • Bonus: Activities from Philadelphia Zoo + Grayson & Kash Café food truck

? The Suburbs

? Movies in the Park – Gwynedd (Montgomery County)

Fridays | FREE
 Location: Parkside Place Complex, Debarth Amphitheater

  • June 27: Wicked
  • July 11: Iron Giant
  • July 25: Moana 2
  • August 8: Mufasa

? Plymouth Township Amphitheater (Behind Plymouth Meeting Community Center)

7:30 PM | FREE

  • June 18: Moana 2
  • July 2: Inside Out 2
  • July 16: Sonic 3
  • July 30: Mufasa

? Wentz Run Park Gazebo (Blue Bell)

  • June 17: Transformers ONE
  • July 10: Starman: A David Bowie Tribute
  • July 17: Philly Funk Authority
  • August 5: Moana 2

? Pro Tips for Outdoor Movie Nights

  • Bring a blanket, bug spray & snacks
  • Arrive early for the best spots—especially at popular locations like Sunset Social or Schuylkill Banks
  • Check weather updates before heading out—some events have rain dates
  • Pack extra layers—it can get chilly once the sun goes down!

? Let the Outdoor Movie Magic Begin

Whether you’re jamming out to Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour on a rooftop, watching Paddington in Peru with a toddler at your neighborhood park, or taking in Star Wars with a full orchestra, there’s a movie night for every kind of Philly family.

Keep following KidFriendlyPhilly.com for updates and bonus events all summer long. ?

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