Free Outdoor Movies in Los Angeles this Summer for Kids

Enjoy summer movies with the majestic Queen Mary as the backdrop. Photo courtesy of The Queen Mary

Free outdoor movies in Los Angeles offer a unique and enjoyable way to experience cinema under the stars. From iconic parks to scenic shorelines, these screenings bring communities together for evenings of entertainment and camaraderie. 

Open-air venues provide a relaxed cinematic experience for movie buffs. With food trucks, blankets, and family in tow, attendees can revel in the magic of free outdoor movies in Los Angeles, creating memorable summer moments under the night sky. 

For more summer essentials, discover the best Los Angeles beaches for kids, visit the top splash pads in Los Angeles, and bask in summer traditions with our Ultimate Los Angeles Summer Vacation Guide.   

30 Free Outdoor Movies in Chicago This Summer for Kids

Movie night with a view! Photo courtesy of the Chicago Park District

Free outdoor movies in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs scream summertime. Where else can you enjoy treats, green spaces, and staying up past bedtime? In Chicago, you can see a movie at a landmark destination like Navy Pier or Millennium Park, or enjoy a night out under the stars in your favorite neighborhood or suburban park. 

Want to see a movie in your car? Check out one of our favorite drive-in destinations. Have kids that aren't big enough to stay up past dark on a long summer night? Try out this list of favorite toddler playgrounds or water parks for little ones that are just as good during the day.

Pack your blanket or chair, bag of popcorn, and beverage of choice, and head out to one of the more than 30 locations we've found to see an outdoor movie in Chicago this summer!

 

Rhubarb, Car Show, Free Flicks, Spring Fest, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

Enjoy live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and luscious strawberry-themed food and drink specials at The Strawberry Festival at Peddler's Village. Photo by Paul Berger

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

Spring is in full force in Philly, and there are a variety of family-friendly events to enjoy. Starting off with Friday Flicks at the Fountain to the historical charm of the Civil War Weekend, there's something for everyone. Don't miss Parkway Pals Play Day for outdoor fun, and take a drive to indulge in rhubarb delights at the Rhubarb Festival in Intercourse, PA. Plus, enjoy the music, food, and activities of the Roxborough Spring Fest.

Ninja Warrior Gyms, Parkour, and Obstacle Courses in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Your kids can practice being a ninja warrior at the Grit Ninja in Pleasantville.

Are makeshift ninja warrior gyms a common sight in your living room? If so, know that you're not alone—and then consider taking your kids to one of the many obstacle courses, ninja warrior, and parkour gyms in the area. It’s a fun indoor activity for when the weather is either too cold or too hot for outdoor play, and it helps get tons of energy out. 

Almost all the programs and gyms featured here offer classes and open gym time. Trial classes, camps, and birthday parties are also possibilities at most.  

Looking for more fun indoor activities with kids, like the area's top bowling alleys? Check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for Westchester Kids.

Best Summer Day Camps in Los Angeles

Where else are kids going to learn archery, besides summer camp?  Photo courtesy of Tom Sawyer Camp

Summer day camps in Los Angeles cater to a wide range of interests and ages. From traditional outdoor adventures to specialized programs in arts, sciences, and sports, there's something for every child. Camps in Los Angeles often take advantage of the city's natural beauty, with options for beachside activities, hiking in the nearby mountains, and exploring urban parks.

Whether it's making new friends, learning new skills, or simply having fun in the California sun, summer day camps in Los Angeles provide memorable experiences that last a lifetime.

Discover more summer day camps in Los Angeles, like performing arts summer camps, science & STEM summer camps, and surfing camps. There's even more in our Camp Directory and Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide

Bluey's Big Play and More Fun Things To Do in Boston This Weekend

Step out in Boston this weekend with the top things to do with kids! Open Studio at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Photo courtesy of the Museum

Looking for the best things to do in Boston this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities in the area to add to your list for this weekend. 

Mary Poppins would absolutely love to be in Boston this weekend! "Singing Let's Go Fly a Kite," we just know she would check out the Franklin Park Kit & Bike Festival in Dorchester on Saturday and the Revere Beach Kite Festival on Sunday. And speaking of Disney characters we love, Bluey's Big Play is at the Wang this weekend, and the Heeler kids are playing tricks on Dad. Get ready for lots of fun both indoors and outdoors this weekend!

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