2025 Los Angeles Outdoor Movies to Park Your Family At
This roundup of Los Angeles and Orange County outdoor movies will have you seeing stars - literally! Movies in the park under the night sky (or even a trip to the drive-in) is a family summer bucket list experience you'll want to repeat every year. Some venues even go the extra mile with pre-movie activities, food trucks and themed events, turning a simple summer movie night into a full-fledged family outing.
Note that some locations show a mix of movies with different ratings, some more kid-friendly than others, so be sure to check the schedule and movie descriptions to avoid surprises.
Have you attended any of these outdoor movies around Los Angeles and Orange County with your kids? Please leave a review to share your experience and tips with other parents!
Our list of the best summer family movies has plenty of inspiration if you want to host an outdoor movie night in your own backyard, too.
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Street Food Cinema
Street Food Cinema summer event series features cool outdoor movies, tasty food trucks, good music, interactive games, and more every Saturday night. They recommend bringing blankets, pillows, hoodies, games, sunscreen, sunglasses, and snacks. Although there are many food trucks and vendors with delicious food for purchase, outside food and beverages are also permitted, so you may opt to bring your own picnic.
June 7: The Goonies
June 14: A Goofy Movie
June 28: Sister Act
July 5: The Princess Bride
July 19: Clueless
July 26: Toy Story
August 2: Pretty Woman
August 9: 10 Things I Hate About You
September 6: Encanto
September 20-21: La La Land in Concert
Los Angeles, CA
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Rossmoor Community Services District
Mark your calendars for Movies in the Park at Rush Park!
Los Alamitos, CA
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Irvine - Movies on the Lawn
The community is invited to Hicks Canyon for an outdoor family movie night on the big screen. Bring low-back chairs, blankets, and a picnic, or purchase tasty treats from gourmet food trucks and a snack bar. Guests can arrive early, with food trucks available starting at 6 p.m. Movies begin after sunset, weather permitting.
June 13: Harold and the Purple Crayon
July 18: Mufasa: The Lion King
July 25: Sonic the Hedgehog
August 8: Inside Out 2
Irvine, CASunset
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cityofirvine.org
City of Irvine - Splash-In Movie & Recreation Swim
Grab your swimsuit, jump in the pool, and watch a movie on the big screen during the City of Irvine Splash-In Movie & Evening Recreation Swim.
Irvine, CA
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Paramount Drive-In Theatres
Paramount Drive-In offers moviegoers a nostalgic way to enjoy current flicks. The outdoor theater offers two 75 foot projection screens, an updated menu of food and snacks, and clean bathrooms. The safe and friendly environment makes enjoying a movie from the inside of your car cozy and romantic; just tune into your FM radio channel, cuddle up under a blanket, and enjoy those movie nachos before the cheese gets cold. Tip: If movie snacks don't tickle your fancy, many regular attendees recommend cooking and bringing your own food.
Paramount, CA
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