This roundup of Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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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West Norriton Township - Family Movie Night
Enjoy a family-friendly, community movie night at Padden Park in West Norriton Township.
August 23: TBD
West Norriton Twp, PA
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Gloucester County, NJ - Movies in the Park
Gather the family and bring your blankets and chairs to catch a free movie throughout the county all summer long. Unless otherwise noted, the rain date for all movies will be the next day.
May 16: Inside Out 2 (Pfeiffer Center)
May 21: Moana 2 (Gailbraith Park)
May 30: Moana 2 (Elk Twp Recreational Park)
June 6: Moana 2 (Memorial Park)
June 11: Inside Out 2 (Chestnut Branch Park)
June 13: Fantasia (Scotland Run Park)
June 18: Wonka (Woolwich Twp)
June 25: Kung Fu Panda 4 (Veteran’s Park)
June 27: Moana 2 (Franklin Twp Sports Complex)
July 11: The Wild Robot (New Street Park)
July 16: Moana 2 (Swedesboro Auction Block)
July 18: UP (Red Bank Battlefield)
July 25: The Wild Robot (Gaiter Field)
August 1: The Wild Robot (Oak Valley Little League)
August 4: The Garfield Movie (Fort Billings Park)
August 8: Despicable Me 4 (Woodbury)
August 13: Moana 2 (River Winds Community Center)
August 15: Inside Out 2 (Washington Lake Park)
August 22: Elemental (Sunset Auditorium)
August 25: The Wild Robot (Wenonah Lake)
August 27:Moana 2 (National Park Ballfields)
August 29: The Wild Robot (Ella Harris Park)
Movies begin at dusk
Location varies by date
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Gorgas Park - Outdoor Summer Movies
Gorgas Park hosts concerts, movies, and special events throughout the summer.
Philadelphia, PA
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Bartram's Garden - Family Outdoor Movie Nights
Bring your picnic blankets, bug spray, and snacks, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie under the evening sky. Free concessions while supplies last.
June 27: Wicked
July 25: Mufasa: The Lion King
August 29: Minecraft
Philadelphia, PA
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Whitemarsh Township - Movies in the Parks
Whitemarsh Township Parks & Recreation hosts Reels & Refreshments in several parks throughout the area. In the event of rain, movies are held the following day.
June 25: Wish (Miles Park)
July 16: Luca (Cedar Grove Park)
August 13: Remember the Titans (Leeland Park)
September 10: Coco (Miles Park)
Conshohocken, PADusk
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