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
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
Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park in Wake Forest: Super Mario Galaxy Movie on Aug. 1
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is presenting Family Movies at Joyner Park once a month from May to August, 2026. The movie are free to attend and you don't have to make a reservation. Vendors will be selling snacks and beverages. You're also welcome to bring your own food. No alcohol is allowed. Please bring your blanket and/or chairs. Pre-show children's … [Read more...] about Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park in Wake Forest: Super Mario Galaxy Movie on Aug. 1
Free Outdoor Movie Night at Wendell Baptist Church: David on July 29
Wendell Baptist Church, 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting a free outdoor movie night on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 8 p.m. They'll be showing the movie, David, on the back lawn of the church. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket. If it rains they'll move into the large fellowship hall. Popcorn will be provided. … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Movie Night at Wendell Baptist Church: David on July 29
First Friday on Da Hill: Movie Night Under the Stars — The Wiz June 5
Liberation Station Bookstore, at 430 Hill Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting First Friday on Da Hill: Movie Night Under the Stars on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a FREE event. Join Liberation Station Bookstore for a special edition of First Friday on Da Hill featuring an outdoor screening of The Wiz. Gather with neighbors, family, and friends for an evening of Black … [Read more...] about First Friday on Da Hill: Movie Night Under the Stars — The Wiz June 5
Outdoor movies in the Triangle — a day by day list
Outdoor movies are a hugely popular event in the warm months in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill, and beyond. Read on to see a day-by-day list of outdoor movies. Take a look at the calendar and follow the links for details. Many of these events are free, but some require ticket purchase, and are likely to sell out. Upcoming Outdoor Movies … [Read more...] about Outdoor movies in the Triangle — a day by day list
Bike Month Movie in Chapel Hill: E.T. May 8
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is celebrating National Bike Month with a free Campfire and Movie on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a free event. There will be a short film by Carrboro's Darryl Jones as the sun sets. Then enjoy E.T. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy s'mores … [Read more...] about Bike Month Movie in Chapel Hill: E.T. May 8
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
