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
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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
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 family-friendly event brings together community members, local organizations, and city departments for an evening dedicated to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and … [Read more...] about Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Lilo & Stitch Live Action Apr. 17
Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is hosting Movie in the Park on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC. The movie is Lio & Stitch Live Action. This is a free event. The movie will begin at 8 p.m., but it's recommended that you arrive early to grab a great spot. Bring a chair or blanket. There will be free … [Read more...] about Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Lilo & Stitch Live Action Apr. 17
