Where to Watch Summer Outdoor Movies Under the Stars

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Save money on going to the movies by seeing movies on the big screen outside!

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One of the great pleasures of the summer is getting to enjoy an outdoor movie screening at a local park or beach.  Many towns and local companies offer free summer movie night series, all of which are dependent on having dry weather.  Take advantage of these nights to spend quality time with the family - for free!  The drive-in movies at Cooper Beach is the only event with a fee, but it is still a value if you load up your with family and friends.  Movies shown this summer range from classics, like Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, to the fan-favorite Frozen, to the updated version of the musical Annie featuring Jamie Foxx.  Be sure to bring a blanket, towel, or lawn chair, and also pack a light dinner or something to snack on while you watch your movie under the stars.  Check the weather and call ahead if you have any questions if the movie night is still scheduled, then relax and kick back at one of these outdoor movie series!

Movies on the Lawn Series at Molloy College’s Madision Theater - FREE!
1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11571
516-323-4444
Every Friday through August 14, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Free event

Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs and snacks to see Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory on August 7th, and Frozen on August 14th.

Movie Night at Harmony Vineyards in Stony Brook - FREE!
169 Harbor Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790
631-291-9900
Every Friday through September 4, 8:30 PM
Free event

This adults-only movie night is a great opportunity to enjoy some drinks with friends and see a film projected on the outside.  Catch Mrs. Doubtfire on August 14, Dirty Dancing on August 21, and The Blind Side on August 28.

Movies Under the Stars at Smith Haven Mall - FREE!
313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY 11755
516-293-5700
Every Monday through August 24
Free event

Night at the Museum will be showing on August 3rd, Shrek will be showing on August 10th, Ice Age will be showing on August 17th, and Puss in Boots will be showing on August 24th.  Prior to each movie, there will be a free Kids Expo with activities and giveaways, including crafts, bounce houses, and face painting.

Fresh Flicks: Outdoor Movie Nights at Eisenhower Park - FREE!
1899 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554
212-314-9206
Every Thursday through August 27, starts at dusk
Free event

See Box Trolls on August 6th, Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb on August 13th, How to Train Your Dragon on August 20th, and Annie on August 27th.

Drive in Movie Mondays at Coopers Beach
268 Meadow Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
631-283-0402
Every Monday through August 10
$40 per carload or $10 per person

Dolphin Tale 2 will be shown on August 3rd, and Insurgent will be shown on August 10th.  Gates open at 6:30 PM, and the movie begins at dusk.

Movies on the Harbor in Port Jefferson - FREE!
Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
631-473-4724
Every Tuesday through the end of August, starts at dusk
Free event

See Big Hero 6 on August 4th, Paddington on August 11th, and Finding Nemo on August 18th.

Cedar Creek Movie Nights in Seaford - FREE!
Merrick Road, Seaford, NY 11783
516-571-0200
Tuesday, August 4 and Tuesday August 18
Free event

Catch the Lego Movie on August 4th and Night at the Museum on August 18th at sundown.

Movies by the Bay at Sea Breeze Park Field - FREE!
11 Richmond Street, Freeport, NY 11520
516-377-2246
Fridays through August 14 at 8:00 PM
Free event

Bring a blanket or chair to see Song of the Sea on August 7th and Home on August 14th.

Movies at Nickerson Beach - FREE!
880 Lido Boulevard, Lido Beach, NY 11561
516-571-7700
August 2, 7, and 16 at dusk
Free event

Enjoy these nights of movies on the beach, which include Enchanted on August 2nd, Back to the Future on August 7th, and Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian on August 16th.

Town of Babylon Movie Series - FREE!
Tanner Park: Kerrigan Road, Copiague, NY 11726
Babylon Town Hall: 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757
631-893-2100
August 3 and 17 at dusk
Free event

On August 3rd, see Honey I Shrunk the Kids at Tanner Park, and on August 17th, see Pitch Perfect at Babylon Town Hall.