What is summer without outdoor movies? Luckily for New Yorkers, this year’s lineup offers a variety of options across Manhattan and Brooklyn. From family favorites to pop-culture classics, there is something here for anyone and everyone to enjoy!
Manhattan
Paramount+ Movies at Bryant Park
Mondays, 8 PM, Free
Your Mondays just got better because Paramount+ movie nights are back for the season at Bryant Park! Lawns open at 5 PM for picnics and the movies start at 8 PM (we recommend getting there early to get a good seat). Grab a blanket, bring a friend, and get some delicious food at the Hester Street Fair on the Fountain Terrace. Drinks will also be available at the bar tent to the left of the screen for summer drinks, featuring special offerings from Stout NYC. This year’s movie lineup includes the following:
June 30th - Stand by Me
July 7th - Good Will Hunting
July 14th - Interstellar
July 21st - Ghost
July 28th - Pulp Fiction
August 4th - Blades of Glory
August 11th - The Godfather
Interpid’s Museum Flight Deck
Fridays, 6 PM, Free
Catch a ship-themed movie with free admission to the Intrepid Museum. The movies will be screened on the flight deck starting at sunset. Light concessions will be sold onsite, and visitors are encouraged to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages. There is also a free Astronomy night that will take place on July 25th. There will only be 3 movies available monthly, so make sure to make it count!
June 27th – The Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest
July 25th – The Abyss and free Astronomy Night
August 22nd – The Atlantis: The Lost Empire
The Oculus Outdoors
Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons, Free
Come for a memorable evening at the Oculus outdoors! Each movie screening will have a special surprise activation, photo opportunity, or freebie to create a memorable experience for all those attending. Friday evening films will begin at 7 PM and Saturday afternoon films will begin at 2 PM. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, but RSVP is recommended!
July 11th - A League of Their Own
July 12th - Space Jam
July 12th - Taylor Mac's 24-Decade History of Popular Music
August 15th - Dirty Dancing
August 16th - Lilo & Stitch
September 26th - Twilight
September 27th - Harry Potter & The Sorcerer's Stone
The Rooftop Cinema Club
Everyday, $12-27 per person
Come enjoy your favorite movie on this cozy rooftop in Midtown! With multiple screenings available daily, there is something here for everyone to pick from. Grab a seat and enjoy the classics from “Ratatouille,” to "The Notebook,” and “Top Gun.”
Brooklyn
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Thursdays, 6 PM, Free
Movies with a View at Brooklyn Bridge Park returns for its 25th anniversary this July, and this year’s theme is Women in Hollywood! Come on Thursday evenings in July and August to enjoy a movie while overlooking breathtaking views of Manhattan. The screening will take place at Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn opening at 6 PM on a first come, first served basis with the movies beginning at sunset. This year’s lineup includes the following:
July 10th – Bottoms
July 17th – Alien
July 24th – Waitress
July 31st – The Matrix
August 7th – The Wizard of Oz
Paramount+ Movies at Fort Green Park, Prospect Park, McCaren Park, and Coney Island
This year, BKMAG is hosting free movie nights at four of Brooklyn’s most iconic outdoor locations—McCarren Park, Fort Greene Park, Prospect Park, and even Coney Island! From the park to the beach, there is entertainment for your family and friends all summer long! Come and enjoy the following blockbusters at these locations:
Wednesdays at Prospect Park
July 30th - Mean Girls
August 6th - The Smurfs
August 13th - Sonic the Hedgehog 3
August 20th - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
August 27th - Miss Congeniality
Thursdays at Coney Island
July 17th - Better Man
July 24th - Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
July 31st - Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
August 7th - The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
Thursdays at Fort Greene Park
July 3rd - Call Me By Your Name
July 10th - Gladiator II
August 14th - Clueless
August 21st - DogDay Afternoon
Fridays at McCarren Park
June 13th - Shutter Island
June 20th - American Hustle
June 27th - The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
Vale Cinema at the William Vale Rooftop
A true rooftop gem that is located in the heart of Williamsburg, the Vale Cinema, is bringing the classics to two unforgettable settings. Guests can cozy up at The Turf Club with skyline views and unforgettable vibes. For the ultimate summer experience, you can also take a dip and enjoy Dive-In Movies at Vale Pool. Immerse yourself in a movie experience like no other with themed cocktails, curated snacks, and this nostalgic lineup:
June 30th – The Titanic
July 14th – Blue Crush
July 21st – The Parent Trap
August 4th – Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
August 18th – Clueless
September 22nd – The Goonies
October 20th – Hocus Pocus
Written by Aida Abdykashova