One of San Diego’s favorite seasonal traditions is back! Running from May through October, the Summer Movies in the Park series brings free, family-friendly outdoor screenings to dozens of neighborhood parks across the county. First launched in 2007 as a “take back our parks” initiative, it has grown into the region’s largest free outdoor movie series, with over 60 films slated for this summer.
Here are the major highlights for the upcoming summer months!
Movies in the Park – June highlights
The summer lineup starts strong in June with a mix of magical animations, new releases, and crowd-pleasing classics. Highlights include:
- June 6: Wicked: For Good at Potrero County Park
- June 13: The Goonies at Morley Field Sports Complex (North Park) & Encanto at Luz Duran Park
- June 20: K-Pop Demon Hunters at Waterfront Park Downtown
Movies in the Park – July Highlights
July keeps the fun going with huge blockbusters and fan-favorite animated sequels:
- July 10: Shrek at Lindo Lake County Park
- July 11: Superman (2025) at Jess Martin County Park
- July 25: Zootopia 2 at Waterfront Park Downtown
- July 31: Wicked: For Good at Colina Del Sol (Mid City)
Movies in the Park – August highlights
August wraps up the summer stretch with beloved family gems, sci-fi, and a touch of vintage cinema. Titles include:
- Aug. 4: Beauty and the Beast (1991) at Pacific Beach / Taylor Library
- Aug. 8: Inside Out at Hilton Gaslamp Park Downtown
- Aug. 14: TRON at Nobel Recreation Center
- Aug. 15: Finding Dory at Flinn Springs County Park
- Aug. 22: Ramona (1936) at Rancho Guajome Adobe (Vista)
Pack your picnic baskets, grab your chairs, and enjoy your favorite films under the stars! You can find the full schedule here.
