Families, friends, and film lovers of all ages are invited a free outdoor movie series at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will take place the first Tuesday of the month, from June to October, 2026. The time differs a little bit depending on the time of year. All screenings are free and open to the public. Refreshments and popcorn will be available for purchase at the … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Movie Series at Pullen Park: Wicked Sept. 1
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NCMA Outdoor Films at Moore Square — Godzilla vs. Mothra Aug. 28
UPDATE: The August 21st movie has been postponed due to the weather forecast. In spring and summer of 2026, North Carolina Museum of Art is once again taking its outdoor movie series on the road, with FREE movies in Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At each of these free events, themed activities and food trucks will start at 6 p.m., with the movie starting at 7:15 … [Read more...] about NCMA Outdoor Films at Moore Square — Godzilla vs. Mothra Aug. 28
Rhythm & Reels: Free concert and movie series in Apex
Rhythm & Reels is a FREE outdoor concert and movie series that takes place from June 6 to August 22, 2026, at Nature Park Amphitheatre, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. On select Saturday evenings, enjoy a night of music or movies under the stars. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Movies begin at dusk. Learn about each musical artist and movie here. Concerts Movies … [Read more...] about Rhythm & Reels: Free concert and movie series in Apex
Movies Under the Stars at Hargrave Community Center: The Nightmare Before Christmas on Sept. 25
Movies Under the Stars, the very popular free, family friendly, outdoor movie series, is returning to Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Up next is The Nightmare Before Christmas on September 25, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Carolina Square Lawn, 133 W Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This event will take place outside on the lawn behind Target and beside the Carolina Square … [Read more...] about Movies Under the Stars at Hargrave Community Center: The Nightmare Before Christmas on Sept. 25
Crafting at the Cinema: Watch Night at the Museum while crafting on Aug. 20 at Garner Performing Arts Center
In partnership with the Garner Performing Arts Center, the NC Museum of History invites you to bring your favorite craft supplies to a free showing of the movie, Night at the Museum. Crafting at the Cinema takes place Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, North Carolina. Admission is free, but tickets are … [Read more...] about Crafting at the Cinema: Watch Night at the Museum while crafting on Aug. 20 at Garner Performing Arts Center
Hobbit Fest at Moore Square Sept. 19 — movie marathon and Lord of the Ring themed festival
Hobbit Fest is a day-long celebration of Lord of the Rings. It takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. Experience the complete Lord of the Rings theatrical trilogy outdoors while exploring a festival filled with themed activities, local vendors, artists, food trucks, and more. You … [Read more...] about Hobbit Fest at Moore Square Sept. 19 — movie marathon and Lord of the Ring themed festival
Friday Family Flicks in Garner — free outdoor movies — Goat on Aug. 14
Garner Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources is presenting Friday Family Flicks. These are free outdoor movies on the lawn of the Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. Concessions will be available for purchase. Free movie-themed activities will be available one hour before the start of the movie. Next up is Goat on Friday, August 14, 2026. Activities and … [Read more...] about Friday Family Flicks in Garner — free outdoor movies — Goat on Aug. 14
Museum Movie Night at NC Museum of Natural Sciences Aug. 14: Galaxy Quest
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, at 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Museum Movie Night on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. The featured movie is Galaxy Quest. Tickets are $5 for general admission and $3 for museum members. Space is limited. Purchase tickets. The event features live music, science stations, food and drink for sale, and the … [Read more...] about Museum Movie Night at NC Museum of Natural Sciences Aug. 14: Galaxy Quest
Movie Night at Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center: Back to the Future on Aug. 12
Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, is hosting a Movie Night on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. They'll be showing Back to the Future. Bring a chair, and grab dinner or treats from Sweetwater Town Center businesses! … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center: Back to the Future on Aug. 12
Regal Cinemas hosts a $5 advance screening on Mystery Movie Monday — Aug. 10
If you have a sense of adventure and like a bargain, check out Regal's Mystery Movie Monday promotion. On select Mondays at 7 p.m., participating Regal Cinemas are hosting early screenings of movies for $5. You won't know the movie ahead of time. The only information available is the rating and length of the movie. Sometimes they give a little hint, like the genre of the movie. If you’re a … [Read more...] about Regal Cinemas hosts a $5 advance screening on Mystery Movie Monday — Aug. 10
