Outdoor summer movies: drive-ins and pop-ups

Summertime means movies on outdoor screens. And as any Seattleite knows, summer begins in July in the Puget Sound region. Hence, so do most outdoor movies. If you are looking for indoor movies, check our big list of movie theaters.

In the list below, you can find outdoor summer movies around Puget Sound by region (Seattle and then north, east, west, and south of the city) and then by day-of-the-week, along with their first and last screening dates, venue opening time–typically between 6-8pm, and admission costs (if any).

Things to know about outdoor summer movies

Most movies we list are free, except where noted. As usual, we focus on free events and those with $15 or less admission. But we’ll include exceptions for some events, such as movies.

Weather (e.g. rain or high wind) usually cancels unless otherwise noted.

Most venues and movies are family/ kid-friendly, but not all, so check the details before you make plans.

A few venues are 21+ only. They mean it (per Washington State liquor laws). So, this means you cannot bring your infant in your arms or a toddler. Nope, we’re not kidding. 21+ only means just that. It’s the law, don’t give them a hard time about it. There are plenty of family-friendly choices when your kiddos are in tow.

Movies always begin at dusk, which varies by location, but generally means 9:00-9:30 in July and 8:00-8:30 in August. Plan to arrive soon after the venue opens (as early as 6:00 or 7:00 PM) to get your choice of seating area.

For more information, visit the website to find out if there is pre-show entertainment (music, kid’s activities), restrictions (outside food, pets, alcohol), suggestions on what to bring (blankets, chairs if allowed), ticket purchase information (sometimes required for free events), any other costs (parking, concessions), how to get cancellation notices, and of course the movie titles showing on any given date.

Drive-in Theaters in the Puget Sound region

Most drive-in movie theaters are open spring through fall; a couple remain open throughout the year. Drive-ins need concession sales to stay in business. So please, no outside food or drink.

(Listed alphabetically by city.)

Bremerton Rodeo Drive-In. Open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mid-March through the end of September…or so. Open 7 days a week from mid-May until Labor Day Weekend. Closed on July 4. Snack bar is open and online ordering in advance is available. General admission: $12 ages 13+, $7 Seniors and children 5-12, under 5 is FREE. Great value for a double feature. More info: https://www.rodeodrivein.com/.

Oak Harbor (Whidbey Island) Blue Fox Drive-In. Check their website to see what’s showing. Open 7 days a week. Snack bar has gluten free options. On-site Arcade Go-Karts too. and General admission: $6.50 Cash/$7.00 Card per person age 11+, Kids under 5 are FREE, Kids 5-10 are $1/$1.50. More info: https://www.bluefoxdrivein.com/.

Port Townsend Wheel-In (62 mi NW of Seattle via ferry, 85 mi N of Tacoma. Opens in April. Wednesday-Sunday. Snack bar is open and protocols provided upon arrival. General admission $10, Kids 12 and under & adults 65+, $8, kids under 5 are FREE. More info: http://www.ptwheelinmotormovie.com/.

Shelton Skyline Theater (76 mi SW of Seattle, 46 mi SW of Tacoma). Opens in March. Rain or shine. Open at 7pm, show at dusk. Most of the revenue for the Skyline comes from our concessions–please, no outside food or drink. Prices: $8.00 for age 12 and older, $3.00 for age 6-11, ages 5 and under are FREE. Advance ticket purchase available. More info: http://skylinedrive-in.com/.

2022 Outdoor Summer Movie pop-ups in parks

Movies in parks or other temporary locations. Listed alphabetically by city or location.

Auburn Friday Night Flicks in area parks. Blockbuster movies viewed outdoors on a 50′ inflatable movie screen – a real treat for the whole family! More info: Special Events – City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov)

Friday, July 29, 2022. Lea Hill Park, 31693 124th Ave SE. 9:10 PM movie: Sing 2 (PG)
Friday, August 5, 2022. Sunset Park, 1420 69th Street SE. 9:00 PM movie: Encanto (PG)
Friday, August 12, 2022. Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE. 8:45 PM movie: Remember the Titans (PG) In conjunction with Almost 5K Poker Fun Run and Walk.
More indo: Friday Night flicks 2022 – City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov)

Everett, Fridays “Sail-in” Cinema the Marina. Friday nights mid-July – mid-August 2022 at the Port of Everett’s Boxcar Park for the 7th annual Sail-In Cinema! The Port of Everett’s Sail-in Cinema is the only waterfront movie series in Snohomish County, offering free, family-friendly movies. Sail-in is by reservation. Walk-in parking viewing is available to all, first come, first serve. More info: https://www.portofeverett.com/visit_the_waterfront/sailin.php

Marysville Movies in the Park. Saturdays at 9PM, July 16 to August 13 in Jennings Park. More info: Outdoor Movies in the Park | Marysville, WA – Official Website (marysvillewa.gov)

Sat, Jul 16: Sing 2 (PG)
Sat, Jul 23: Jungle Cruise (PG-13)
Sat, Jul 30: Encanto (PG)
Sat, Aug 6: Cruella (PG-13)
Sat, Aug 13: San Andreas (PG-13)

Redmond Movies at Marymoor Park. $30 per carload. Wednesday-Thursday June through August. Hot food trucks, cupcakes, and ice cream for sale. Advance ticket purchase recommended, movies sell out. Opens 90 minutes before scheduled event time. More info: https://www.epiceap.com/movies-at-marymoor/ and Movies at Marymoor Park | Facebook

THU, JUN 2 AT 9:15 PM Labyrinth
WED, JUN 8 AT 9:15 PM School of Rock
THU, JUN 9 AT 9:15 PM Back to the Future
WED, JUN 15 AT 9:30 PM Iron Man
THU, JUN 16 AT 9:30 PM Napoleon Dynamite
WED, JUN 22 AT 9:30 PM Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
THU, JUN 23 AT 9:30 PM Moana
WED, JUN 29 AT 9:30 PM Cruella

Sammamish Outdoor Movie Night. Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Bring your blanket and low-back chairs for an evening at the park. More info: Outdoor Movies (sammamish.us)

Seattle Center Movies at the Mural Amphitheatre. Saturdays, July 30 – August 27, 2022. Movies on the grounds of Seattle Center is an outdoor cinema experience like no other, with the state-of-the-art 40-foot screen and Seattle’s iconic Space Needle looming above. Sigh…. The Mural Amphitheatre is located south of the Armory, between Seattle children’s Theatre and Chihuly Garden & Glass. More info: http://www.seattlecenter.com/moviesatthemural/

The Princess Bride Jul 30
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings Aug 06
The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert Aug 13
Labyrinth Aug 20
In The Heights Aug 27

Seattle SEEDArts Cinema Under the Stars in Columbia Park. July 16 & 30, 2022. Family-friendly, free, and open to the public. Full-length feature film (TBA). Gather at 7:45 pm; the films start at sunset. Bring a picnic, low-back chairs, and blankets to spread out for a fun cinema experience under the stars. Popcorn and other treats will be available from the concession stand. We’ll also be holding a raffle featuring gift certificates from your favorite Columbia City restaurants and businesses. More info: SEEDArts Summer Series – Cinema Under the Stars – Rainier Arts Center

Seattle Chinatown-International District hosts outdoor movies at Hing Hay Park. Saturdays in August. Free and family-friendly. More info: C-ID Summer Cinema – Seattle Asian American Film Festival (seattleaaff.org)

Last time we checked (June 2, 2022), the following locations had not announced plans for 2022. We’ll check again soon.

2021 Outdoor Summer Movie pop-ups in parks

Movies in parks or other temporary locations. Listed alphabetically by city or location.

Bellevue movies at Downtown Park and Crossroads. More info: http://bellevue.com/outdoor-movies.php.

Bellevue Drive-In Movie Theater at Vasa Park. Fridays-Saturdays all ages and Tuesday is kid’s night. Concessions available. No outside food or drink. Admission is donation based, $25 per vehicle suggested. Advance reservation online. More info: https://vasaparkresort.org/

Everett at Thornton A. Sullivan Park. More info: https://everettwa.gov/805/Cinema-Under-the-Stars.

Seattle Scarecrow Carpool Cinema at Phinney Neighborhood Association (lower lot), 6532 Phinney Ave N. Tickets are $20 per carload with limited spaces. More info: http://blog.scarecrow.com/carpoolcinema/

Seattle at Freeway Park Movie Nights. August – September. Raffle, Popcorn, and Surprises at 7:30pm. Movie starts at 8:30pm. More info: Events at Freeway Park | Freeway Park Association

Seattle Skyway Outdoor Cinema. More info: https://mywesthill.org/skyway-outdoor-cinema.

Seattle Outdoor Cinema (in the past, in Fremont or South Lake Union). More info: Seattle Outdoor Cinema | Facebook

Seattle at downtown Westlake Park. More info: https://downtownseattle.org/events/

West Seattle at the Fauntleroy Triangle. More info: http://westseattlemovies.blogspot.com/

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