Discover where to watch movies for free in Boston
Boston - get ready for the return of free movie nights happening at a park, beach or other outdoor space near you! Gather your family and friends and enjoy a free movie under the summer sky this season.
Movie Nights at MIT Open Space
Location: Cambridge
Enjoy free movies and snacks (while supplies last) at MIT’s Open Space. Please note: all minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Stay tuned for more movie dates and titles.
- May 9 at 7 PM: Reel Rock
- June 13 at 6 PM: Inside Out
- June 27 at 6 PM: Toy Story
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Coolidge Corner Theatre Outdoor Screenings
Locations: Boston, Wharf District | Brighton
Coolidge Corner Theatre is once again offering free outdoor movies this summer! The programming offers free movies at the Charles River Speedway and 35mm screenings at The Rose Kennedy Greenway at 8 PM.
- May 21: Josie and the Pussycats at the Charles River Speedway
- June 18: Good Burger at the Charles River Speedway
- June 25: Blade Runner - The Final Cut at the Rose Kennedy Greenway
- July 16: Point Break at the Rose Kennedy Greenway
- July 23: Mean Girls at the Charles River Speedway
- August 13: The Blob (1988) at the Rose Kennedy Greenway
- August 20: Twin Peaks - Fire Walk with Me at the Charles River Speedway
- September 17: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) at the Charles River Speedway
- October 15: I Know What You Did Last Summer at the Charles River Speedway
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Boston Landing Outdoor Movies
Location: Brighton
Boston Landing’s free movie nights are back! Stroll through their Series of Makers Market before catching a free flick at Athlete’s Park in Brighton. Enjoy free admission, a live DJ during the pre-party, and exciting themes each week, all while savoring delicious food and beverage options on-site. In the event of inclement weather, movie nights will be held indoors at the TRACK at New Balance.
- May 22 at 8 PM: Mean Girls
- June 26 at 8:30 PM: Happy Gilmore
- July 24 at 8:30 PM: Elf
- August 14 at 8 PM: Gone with the Wind
- September 6 at 7 PM: Wicked
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Movie Nights at Urban Park
Location: Cambridge
Head to Urban Park's rooftop garden for a free family friendly film every month. DJ sets start at 4:00 PM, followed by movie screenings at 6 PM. Arrive early and enjoy complimentary snacks (while they last)!
- June 28: Moana 2
- July 12: Inside out 2
- July 17: Flubber
- August 16: Snow White
- August 14: Pretty in Pink
- September 25: The Goonies
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Summer Flicks at Patriot Place
Location: Foxborough
Patriot Place is hosting a free outdoor movie series located outside the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel and Saga Hibachi Sushi & Bar. Arrive early and enjoy free entertainment before the film starts at sunset (approximately 8:30 PM).
- Sunday, June 29: Voter's choice - options: Dog Man; Elemental; Paddington in Peru; The Secret Life of Pets
- Sunday, July 20: Wicked – Sing Along
- Sunday, July 27: Christmas in July – Holiday Favorite
- Wednesday, August 6: Freaky Friday
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Revere Beach Theatre Thursdays
Location: Revere
It’s beach season! Relax and catch a film at Revere Beach after a fun-filled beach day on select Thursdays. Enjoy free entertainment from 6-8 pm before the movie begins at dusk. The screenings will take place across the street from Kelly’s Roast Beef or the William G. Reinstein Bandstand.
- July 3: Harold and the Purple Crayon
- July 10: Inside Out 2
- July 17: Top Gun
- July 24: Sonic 3
- July 31: Captain America: Brave New World
- August 7: Pitch Perfect
- August 14: Wicked
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Free Friday Flicks at the Hatch Memorial Shell
Location: Back Bay
WBZ NewsRadio 1030 and the DCR are bringing back Free Friday Flicks at the iconic Hatch Shell on the Esplanade. Gather your crew, pack a picnic, and settle in for a fantastic, family friendly movie under the stars. Arrive early for games and giveaways starting at 6 PM, with the film beginning at sundown.
- July 11: Moana 2
- August 22: Beetlejuice
- July 25: Inside Out 2
- August 1: Despicable Me 4
- August 8: Sonic 3
- August 15: Captain America - Brave New World
- August 22: Wicked Sing-along
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Summer Flicks at the Pru
Location: Back Bay
Enjoy free films on the Prudential Center’s South Garden every Saturday at 6:30 PM! Grab some bites from their onsite eateries like Shake Shack or Anna’s Taqueria, then enjoy some Ben & Jerry's ice cream and kick back and enjoy the show!
- Saturday, July 12th: Miss Congeniality
- Saturday, July 19th: 13 Going on 30
- Saturday, July 26th: Shrek
- Saturday, August 2nd: School of Rock
- Saturday, August 9th: Finding Nemo
- Saturday, August 16th: Parent Trap
- Saturday, August 23rd: Moana
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Boston Parks Movie Nights
Various Locations
Turn movie night into an adventure! Explore Boston's vibrant neighborhoods with this free outdoor movie series offering free movies in the park. Grab some free popcorn and catch a flick under the stars at a different park throughout the month of August.
- August 5 at 7:45 PM: Dorchester Movie Night: Captain America - Brave New World
- August 11 at 7:45 PM: Jamaica Plain Movie Night: Transformers 1
- August 12 at 7 PM: Roslindale Meteor Shower Movie Night: WALL-E
- August 13 at 7:45 PM: Allston/Brighton Movie Night: Migration
- August 15 at 7:45 pm: West Roxbury Movie Night: Paddington in Peru
- August 18 at 7:45 PM: South End Movie Night: Moana 2
- August 20 at 7:45 PM: Roxbury Movie Night: Mufasa - The Lion King
- August 21 at 7:45 PM: Hyde Park Movie Night: Harold and the Purple Crayon
- August 26 at 7:45 PM: East Boston Movie Night: Wild Robot
- August 27 at 7:45 PM: Charlestown Movie Night: Moana 2
- August 28 at 7:45 PM: South End Movie Night: Despicable Me 4
- August 29 at 7:30 PM: Downtown Movie Night: Wicked
