Looking for a budget-friendly way to enjoy the warm evenings with your family? Charlotte's outdoor movie scene has you covered! From parks to breweries, there's a lineup of free and low-cost movie nights perfect for all ages. Pack your blankets, grab some snacks and get ready for cinematic adventures under the stars.
📍 Outdoor Movie Events by Location
🎥 Veterans Park – Huntersville, NC
Movies begin at dusk
- June 14: Wonka
- July 26: Trolls Band Together
- August 9: Space Jam
🍺 Cabarrus Brewing Co. – Concord, NC
Event starts at 7 PM; movies at 8 PM
- June 15: Star Wars
- June 21: Space Jam
- July 27: Lilo & Stitch
🍻 The Old Mecklenburg Brewery – Charlotte, NC
Movie begins at 8:30 PM
- May 23: Talladega Nights
🎮 Monday Night Garden Co. – Charlotte, NC
Event starts at 7:30 PM; movies at 8:30 PM
- May 29: Back to the Future
- June 12: Men in Black
- June 26: The Princess Bride
- July 7: The Sandlot
- July 24: Jurassic Park
- August 7: Space Jam
- August 21: The Goonies
🌳 Fountain Park – Rock Hill, SC
Movies begin at dusk
- June 14: The Game Plan
- July 12: The Little Mermaid (Live Action)
- August 9: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
- September 13: Top Gun: Maverick
- October 11: Halloweentown
🎬 Village at Birkdale – Huntersville, NC
No outside food or drink; takeout from local restaurants encouraged
- May 11: Shrek
- June 8: Space Jam
- July 13: Elf
- August 10: Wreck-It Ralph
- September 14: Toy Story
- October 19: Hocus Pocus
🎥 Harrisburg Park – Harrisburg, NC
Activities start at 6:30 PM; movies at 8 PM
- June 7: The Lion King (Original)
- August 16: Tangled
🌟 Stowe Park – Belmont, NC
Free arcade games and corn hole; concessions available
- May 25: Jumanji
- June 1: Toy Story
- June 22: Cool Runnings
- June 29: Jurassic Park
- July 13: The Mask
- July 20: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
🎞️ Camp North End – Charlotte, NC
Crossroads Cinema Series
- May 2: The Wild Robot
- May 9: Space Jam
- May 16: The Princess and the Frog
- May 23: The Goonies
- May 30: Inside Out
🎬 Rea Farms – Charlotte, NC
Free outdoor movies on Fridays at 7 PM
- May 2: Movie Night
- May 9: Movie Night
- May 16: Movie Night
- May 23: Movie Night
- May 30: Movie Night
🎥 Highland Creek – Charlotte, NC
Prosperity Park Field
- June 28: Mufasa: The Lion King
🍿 Charlotte Premium Outlets – Charlotte, NC
Movies Under the Stars
- April 26: Moana 2
Tips for a Great Movie Night:
- Seating: Bring blankets or low chairs; some venues have specific seating arrangements.
- Snacks: Check if outside food is allowed; some locations offer concessions or encourage local takeout.
- Arrival: Arrive early to secure a good spot and enjoy pre-movie activities.
- Weather: Keep an eye on the forecast; some events may be canceled or rescheduled due to weather.
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