Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting movie nights throughout the spring, summer and fall of 2026. You can find all the movie nights on Downtown Cary Park's calendar. The movie nights are free to enjoy and do not require registration. The movies will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Before each movie there will be pre-screening activities for all … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Downtown Cary Park March 13: The Dark Knight
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Film and skywatching at West Point Environmental Education Pavilion April 24
Silver Screen & Starry Skies: Apollo 13 is a free event at West Point Environmental Education Pavilion, 5235 N Roxboro Road, Durham, North Carolina, on April 24, 2026, from 8 to 11 p.m. Although it's free, registration is required. Bring your blankets, chairs, and friends as we gather under the night sky to watch the film Apollo 13 (1995). This film dramatizes the true story of the 1970 … [Read more...] about Film and skywatching at West Point Environmental Education Pavilion April 24
Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
The 5th Annual Raleigh Earth Day takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Dix Park. Specifically, it will be at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This milestone event brings together community members, local organizations, and city departments for an evening dedicated to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and connection—all … [Read more...] about Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
Friday Market and Movie Night: The Princess Bride at Moore Square Nov. 7
Raleigh Parks and Get 2 Know Raleigh are hosting free outdoor films and markets at Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The events are usually held on the first Friday of the month. If there's a change in that schedule it's noted below. These events also feature food trucks, games, and live music by a local artist. The events take place from 5 to 9 p.m., but the start … [Read more...] about Friday Market and Movie Night: The Princess Bride at Moore Square Nov. 7
Free Fall Film Series in Durham Central Park: Drumline Nov. 1
Durham Parks and Recreation presents Fall Film Series: Movies in the Park at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The movies will take place the first Saturday of the month from September to November, 2025. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and your favorite people for a fun movie night in the heart of downtown Durham. This family-friendly series features films for … [Read more...] about Free Fall Film Series in Durham Central Park: Drumline Nov. 1
Halloween Double Feature at Dix Park, plus Trick or Treating and more Oct. 31
Enjoy a Halloween-themed double feature at Dorothea Dix Park on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 5 to 10 p.m. This is a free event. It takes place on Flowers Field at Dix Park, 2015 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. The event includes trick or treating with the Thomas Dambo trolls, tasty bites from local vendors and plenty of festive fun for all ages. When the sun sets, settle in for a … [Read more...] about Halloween Double Feature at Dix Park, plus Trick or Treating and more Oct. 31
10th Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
The Cary's 10th annual Zombiepalooza takes place Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The event is free to attend, and will take place on the Great Lawn. If the weather is bad, it moves inside to The Cary Theater. Zombiepalooza will feature local filmmakers’ zombie short films. The films will be between one and five … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
Spooky Outdoor Movie Night in Fenton Square: Halloweentown Oct. 9
Fenton Square, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting an outdoor movie on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. This is a free event. Get into the Halloween spirit with Halloweentown! Bring your own chairs or blankets, and treat yourself to food and drink from one of Fenton's restaurants. Costumes are welcome! … [Read more...] about Spooky Outdoor Movie Night in Fenton Square: Halloweentown Oct. 9
Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 9: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street in Raleigh, is presenting Hocus Pocus at Movies in the Garden on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Early bird tickets are $5. Starting October 5, 2025, tickets are $10. The movie will be screened outdoors, in Raleigh Little Theatre's Stephenson Amphitheatre. Seating and food trucks open at 6 p.m. The movie starts at 7 p.m. There will be a costume parade … [Read more...] about Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 9: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
Movie on the Lawn at Halifax Park in Raleigh rescheduled to Oct. 3
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Resources Department is presenting a free outdoor movie and community event on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 6:30 to 10 p.m., at Halifax Park, 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Please note that this is a rescheduled date, due to the forecast for Sept. 26 The movie will be Coco. On October 3, the event will move indoors in the case of inclement … [Read more...] about Movie on the Lawn at Halifax Park in Raleigh rescheduled to Oct. 3
