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