3 places to enjoy outdoor summer movies in DC
WASHINGTON - Summer in Washington D.C. is never complete without a collection of fun and free activities for everyone to enjoy.
Thankfully, outdoor movie season is fully upon us, and this guide offers a comprehensive list of the best locations to enjoy your favorite movies this summer.
Sunset Cinema at the Wharf
The Wharf offers the perfect chance to indulge in cinema this summer. On Thursdays from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Transit Pier offers free outdoor movies that start at 7:30 p.m. Seating is first come, first served; however, attendees are also able to bring blankets and folding chairs.
Food can be brought in from any number of Wharf restaurants and drinks are available for the 21+ crowd from the waterside bar, the Cantina Bambina. Below is the 2024 Sunset Cinema Lineup.
Movie Schedule:
June 20: Captain Phillips
June 27: 50 First Dates
July 11: Angels in the Outfield
July 18: Dreamgirls
July 25: King Richard
August 1: Top Gun: Maverick
August 8: Boys in the Boat
August 15: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
August 22: Wonka
August 29: SOUL
Outdoor and drive-in movies around DC, Maryland & Virginia
Summer is right around the corner, making it the perfect time to enjoy a drive-in or outdoor movie in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Here's everything you need to know.
The Drive-In at Union Market
For all of those with dreams of a Drive-In summer movie, look no further than "The Drive-In" at Union Market. For $20 a car, attendees can come and watch a vast selection of family-friendly films.
For those without a vehicle, there is also set up availability on Neal Place, which does not require a ticket. Movies take place on Fridays after sunset. Click here to purchase tickets.
Movie Schedule: Friday, July 12: : Ratatouille
8:00p.m. Parking lot opens.
9:05 p.m. Movie Starts Friday August 9: Hook
7:30 p.m. Parking lot opens.
8:45p.m. Movie Starts Friday September 13: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
6:30p.m. Parking lot opens
7:45p.m. Movie Starts Friday, October 4: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
6:30 p.m. Parking lot opens
7:45 p.m. Movie Starts
REACH at the Kennedy Center
When you prefer a upscale, but accessible outdoor movie experience, look no further than the Kennedy Center’s summer cinema series. Every Friday the Center hosts free outdoor film screenings on the REACH video wall.
Each of the movies starts at sundown or around 8:30 p.m. For more information about the Kennedy Center summer calendar click here:
Movie Schedule:
Friday, June 21. Elemental
Friday, June 28. Ratatouille
Friday, July 5. In The Heights
Friday, July 12. The Peanut Butter Falcon
Friday, July 19. A River Runs Through It
Friday, July 26. School of Rock
Friday, August 2. Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax
Friday, August 9. Rear Window
Friday, August 16. Free Solo
Friday, August 23. Lincoln
Friday, August 30. Chocolat