Free Outdoor Movies in Washington DC: Summer 2025

Summer weather means more time to spend outdoors. And now, you can spend your favorite pastime under the stars: watching movies. So shimmy out of your bed and explore the best of D.C. and surrounding areas with this list of free outdoor films at some of the most scenic spots in the city.&nbsp; by Yelena Nicolle Salvador Movies series listed in chronological order based on upcoming start date.&nbsp; <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/movies-on-the-potomac-national-harbor-1004360">THURSDAY DATE NIGHT MOVIES ON THE POTOMAC</a> Ready for the perfect set of movies for date night? Enjoy fun flicks right along the waterfront at the National Harbor every Thursday.<ul><li>Thu, 5/1 - 'Fool's Gold'</li><li>Thu, 5/8 - 'Wicked'</li><li>Thu, 5/15 - 'Men in Black'</li><li>Thu, 5/22 - 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings'</li><li>Thu, 5/29 - 'Akeelah and the Bee'</li><li>Thu, 6/5 - TBD</li><li>Thu, 6/12 - 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice'</li><li>Thu, 6/19 - 'Black Panther'</li><li>Thu, 6/26 - 'Pelé: Birth of a Legend (2016)'</li><li>Thu, 7/3 - 'Forrest Gump'</li><li>Thu, 7/10 - 'Fly Me to the Moon'</li><li>Thu, 7/17 - 'Bob Marley: One Love'</li><li>Thu, 7/24 - 'Nacho Libre'</li><li>Thu, 7/31 - 'Captain America: Brave New World'</li><li>Thu, 8/7 - 'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim'</li><li>Thu, 8/14 - 'Instant Family'</li><li>Thu, 8/21 - 'Pitch Perfect'</li><li>Thu, 8/28 - 'King Richard'</li><li>Thu, 9/4 - 'Lion'</li><li>Thu, 9/11 - 'Police Academy 2'</li><li>Thu, 9/18 - 'Selena'</li><li>Thu, 9/25 - TBD</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/movies-on-the-potomac-national-harbor-1004359">SUNDAY FAMILY NIGHT MOVIES ON THE POTOMAC</a> Bring your family on a little adventure to the National Harbor and enjoy fun movies for everyone to enjoy to kick off your week strong.<ul><li>Sun, 5/4 - 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)'</li><li>Sun, 5/11 - 'The Wild Robot'</li><li>Sun, 5/18 - 'Moana 2'</li><li>Sun, 5/25 - 'Big Hero 6'</li><li>Sun, 6/1 - 'Elemental'</li><li>Sun, 6/8 - 'Mufasa'</li><li>Sun, 6/15 - 'Three Men and a Baby'</li><li>Sun, 6/22 - 'Sonic 3'</li><li>Sun, 6/29 - 'Paddington in Peru'</li><li>Sun, 7/6 - 'Kicking and Screaming'</li><li>Sun, 7/13 - 'Dog Man'</li><li>Sun, 7/20 - 'Piece by Piece'</li><li>Sun, 7/27 - 'Wicked Sing-Along'</li><li>Sun, 8/3 - 'Snow White (2025)'</li><li>Sun, 8/10 - 'If'</li><li>Sun, 8/17 - 'Harold and the Purple Crayon'</li><li>Sun, 8/24 - TBD</li><li>Sun, 8/31 - 'Cinderella (2021)'</li><li>Sun, 9/7 - 'A Minecraft Movie'</li><li>Sun, 9/14 - 'The Garfield Movie'</li><li>Sun, 9/21 - TBD</li><li>Sun, 9/28 - 'Dora Lost City of Gold'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/cinomatic-presents-under-the-rainbow-washington-1017490">CINOMATIC PRESENTS: UNDER THE RAINBOW</a> Head to Alethia Tanner Park for a movie under the stars. These movies are inspired by World Pride 2025 and feature inclusive LGBTQIA+ stories, actors, actresses, and themes.<ul><li>Wed, 5/7: ‘Wicked’</li><li>Wed, 5/14: ‘Mamma Mia!’</li><li>Wed, 5/21: ‘Barbie’</li><li>Wed, 5/28: ‘Coco'</li><li>Wed, 6/4: ‘Inside Out’</li><li>Wed, 6/11: ‘The Greatest Showman'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/the-drive-in-at-union-market-2024-season-ne-1001299">THE DRIVE-IN AT UNION MARKET</a> If you don’t have a car, you can enjoy a projected movie with speakers on the outside lawn of Union Market for free! If you’re looking for the full drive-in experience, it will be $20 per car but worth every penny.<ul><li>Fri, 5/9: ‘Sister Act’</li><li>Fri, 6/6: ‘Mamma Mia’</li><li>Fri, 7/11: ‘National Treasure’</li><li>Fri, 8/8: ‘Monsters Inc.’</li><li>Fri, 9/12: ‘Wicked’</li><li>Fri, 10/3: ‘Clue'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/rosslyn-cinema-arlington-1017548">ROSSLYN CINEMA</a> Cross the Potomac and get cozy at the Central Place Plaza in Rosslyn for their neighborhood tradition of movies in the park.<ul><li>Thu, 5/15: ‘Twisters (2024)’</li><li>Thu, 5/22: ‘Wizard of Oz’</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/adams-morgan-movie-nights-washington-1018079">ADAMS MORGAN MOVIE NIGHTS</a> Adams Morgan is celebrating diverse experiences in art and film this summer with four weeks of iconic musicals and performances that showcase creativity, pride, self expression, and more. Bring a blanket and enjoy these late-night movies after sunset.<ul><li>Thu, 5/22: ‘Westside Story’</li><li>Thu, 5/29: ‘The Birdcage’</li><li>Thu, 6/5: ‘Hairspray’</li><li>Thu, 6/12: ‘Dreamgirls’</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/sunset-cinema-washington-1001694">SUNSET CINEMA AT THE WHARF</a> Nothing is better than a movie with waterfront views. Head to the Transit Pier (with your pup too!) for laughs and good vibes.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thu, 5/29 - 'Wicked' (Sing-A-Long)</li><li>Thu, 6/5 - 'To Wong Foo. Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar'</li><li>Thu, 6/12 - 'Happy Gilmore'</li><li>Thu, 6/19 - 'Coach Carter'</li><li>Thu, 6/26 - 'Captain America'</li><li>Thu, 7/3 - 'Dreamgirls'</li><li>Thu, 7/10 - 'Twisters (2024)'</li><li>Thu, 7/17 - 'Money Ball'</li><li>Thu, 7/24 - 'Casablanca'</li><li>Thu, 7/31 - 'Shrek'</li><li>Thu, 8/7 - 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days'</li><li>Thu, 8/14 - 'Pitch Perfect'</li><li>Thu, 8/21 - 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'</li><li>Thu, 8/28 - 'La La Land'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/movie-on-the-memorial-nw-1001612">MOVIES ON THE MEMORIAL</a> Bring a blanket and watch a movie with the iconic Lone Sailor statue at the U.S. Navy Memorial. The lineup is carefully selected for film buffs and naval enthusiasts!<ul><li>Thu, 5/29 - 'Finding Nemo'</li><li>Thu, 6/5 - 'Pirates of the Caribbean'</li><li>Thu, 6/12 - 'The Guardian'</li><li>Thu, 6/19 - 'Aquamarine'</li><li>Thu, 6/26 - 'Aquaman'</li><li>Thu, 7/3 - 'Moana'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/union-market-movies-on-the-plaza-washington-1017496">UNION MARKET MOVIES ON THE PLAZA</a> Grab a snack from one of the many eateries at Union Market and then get ready for a fun movie with family and friends.<ul><li>Fri, 5/30: ‘Miracle’</li><li>Fri, 6/27: ‘10 Things I Hate About You’</li><li>Fri, 7/25: ‘E.T.'</li><li>Fri, 8/29: ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off'</li><li>Fri, 9/26: ‘Top Gun'</li><li>Fri, 10/17: ‘Ghostbusters'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/millennium-stage-films-extraordinary-cinema-outdoor-movies-at-the-kennedy-center-nw-1001261">EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA AT THE REACH</a> Make your next movie night something you’ll never forget at the Kennedy Center. This fun film experience is made possible with a projector against the REACH video wall. Don’t forget a towel or blanket for maximum comfort.<ul><li>Fri, 5/30 - 'The Bourne Identity'</li><li>Fri, 6/6 - 'Wonka'</li><li>Fri, 6/13 - 'Black Panther'</li><li>Fri, 6/20 - 'Belfast'</li><li>Fri, 6/27 - 'The Lion King'</li><li>Fri, 7/4 - NONE</li><li>Fri, 7/11 - 'The Incredibles'</li><li>Fri, 7/18 - 'Julie &amp; Julia'</li><li>Fri, 7/25 - 'Moulin Rouge!'</li><li>Fri, 8/1 - 'Bend It Like Beckham'</li><li>Fri, 8/8 - 'Walk the Line'</li><li>Fri, 8/15 - 'Moneyball'</li><li>Fri, 8/22 - 'Chicago'</li><li>Fri, 8/29 - 'North by Northwest'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/free-outdoor-movie-series-at-franklin-park-nw-1001488">OUTDOOR MOVIES AT FRANKLIN PARK</a> Head to Downtown for their 9th annual summer flicks series. You can come early for a live DJ and watch the sunset before you catch a double feature with friends and family.<ul><li>Thu, 6/5 - 'To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar' &amp; 'Mama Mia!'</li><li>Thu, 6/12 - 'Loving' &amp; 'The Birdcafe'</li><li>Thu, 6/19 - 'Mufasa: The Lion King' &amp; 'Wicked'</li><li>Thu, 6/26 - 'The Little Mermaid (2023)' &amp; 'Barbie'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/films-in-the-field-at-mitchell-park-washington-1001701">FILMS IN THE PARK AT MITCHELL PARK</a> Head to this neighborhood park for a relaxing night of movie-watching with friends and family.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thu, 6/19: ‘Clueless’</li><li>Thu, 7/24: ‘The Goonies’</li><li>Thu, 8/21: ‘Little Miss Sunshine'</li><li>Thu, 9/18: ‘The Parent Trap’</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/outdoor-films-at-the-stone-2024-season-sw-1001305">OUTDOOR FILMS AT THE STONE</a> Watch inspiring films at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. The lineup is specifically chosen to highlight stories about bravery, justice, love, and hope.&nbsp;<ul><li>Fri, 6/20 - 'Despicable Me 4'</li><li>Fri, 7/18 - 'Moana 2'</li><li>Fri, 8/15 - 'Wicked'</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/summer-movies-on-the-lawn-washington-1001699">SUMMER MOVIES ON THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAWN</a> This event provides a backdrop at night that is absolutely breathtaking. Watch your favorite film with the Capitol Building aglow and the sun a’setting.<ul><li>Thu, 7/10: ‘The Princess Bride’</li><li>Thu, 7/17: ‘The Goonies’</li><li>Thu, 7/24: ‘Spy Kids'</li><li>Thu, 7/31: ‘The Muppet Movie’</li><li>Thu, 8/7: ‘Jurassic Park’</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/movies-on-the-pitch-washington-1019403">MOVIES ON THE PITCH</a> A movie in a soccer stadium? Yes, you heard it right. Enjoy these one-of-a-kind flicks on the jumbo screen and lay on the beautiful green field.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thu, 8/7 - TBA</li><li>Wed, 8/13 - TBA</li><li>Thu, 8/21 - TBA</li><li>Thu, 8/28 - TBA</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/thursday-night-lawn-flicks-at-hi-lawn-washington-1001688">THURSDAY NIGHT LAWN FLICKS AT HI-LAWN</a> Enjoy a unique outdoor movie-watching experience on a rooftop! You’ll feel warm and cozy with string lights and Adirondack chairs as you watch a great film.<ul><li>2025 Schedule TBA</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/free-summer-film-night-at-the-zoo-washington-1001700">SUMMER FILM NIGHTS AT THE ZOO</a> This experience is an extra fun one! Snag a free ticket to the zoo to see your favorite animals, and then stay late for a movie on the zoo’s lawn.<ul><li>2025 Schedule TBA</li></ul><a href="https://joyraft.com/event/movie-night-in-the-park-udc-amphitheater-washington-1001692">MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK @ UDC AMPHITHEATER</a> You won’t have to worry about people blocking your view as you watch your favorite film! At the UDC Amphitheater, enjoy the best experience no matter where you sit because of the sloped seating.&nbsp;<ul><li>2025 Schedule TBA</li></ul>BONUS: These outdoor movies are worth the price! <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/2025-cinematery-mausoleums-monsters-washington-1018685">CINEMATERY: MAUSOLEUMS &amp; MONSTERS</a> It’s never too late to channel Halloween and spooky vibes. Make your way to the Congressional Cemetery for iconic haunted films with a suggested $10 donation, and don't forget to be respectful of the graves and headstones, no matter how scared you get!<ul><li>Fri, 5/23 - 'Jaws'</li><li>Fri, 6/13 - 'Monsters, Inc.'</li><li>Fri, 8/29 - 'The Mummy'</li><li>Fri, 9/12 - 'Ghostbusters</li></ul>-- Photo: The opening night of Screen on the Green, an outdoor movie festival | Kevin Harber CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

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