Back for 2026! Enjoy free outdoor movies near you this summer! Nothing tells you it’s summertime like the release of the movies in the park schedule!
You may be asking why I love an outdoor movie so much. I’ll tell you! I really think these are the ideal family activity for a summer evening. Very little preparation needs to go into the outing. We sometimes picked up McDonalds or a cheap pizza and ate it picnic-style on the grass before the movie started. Other times we get kid-approved charcuterie-style dinners. For some reason, kids will eat lots of anything when it’s served al fresco!
I don’t know about your kids, but mine loved going to the free outdoor movies in the park in their pajamas, and that made the transition to bed pretty easy. Another win!
What Should You Bring To Movies In The Park?
You don’t need much to make this casual outdoor activity with kids great. Here’s what we suggest bringing with you to the free outdoor movie night
- Camping chair or picnic blanket to sit on
- Drinks and snacks for everyone
- Wear your fave jammies
- Bring a small blanket just in case the temp drops once the sun goes down
- Bug spray – just in case!
- Something to do before the movie starts – a frisbee, a ball, skipping rope, a scooter, an activity book, etc.
What Free Outdoor Movies Are Playing in 2026?
Here is the list of scheduled dates and locations for Outdoor Movie Nights in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Niagara. Keep your eyes on the forecast and if it looks questionable, confirm the movie is still playing before heading to the park.
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Moonlight Flicks – Niagara Outlets
Niagara Outlets 300 Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, CanadaJoin us in watching movies at the Outlet Collection at Niagara. Bring your chair/blanket, friends and family! June 26 Lilo & Stitch, 8:30pm July 16 The Lorax 8:00pm Aug 13 Tangled […]
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Movies by the Lake – Burlington
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGrab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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Moonlight Flicks – Lincoln – Zootopia 2
Rotary Park Lincoln 5020 Serena Drive, Lincoln, ON, CanadaJoin us in watching movies in the Town of Lincoln at Rotary Park. Bring your chair/blanket, friends & family! July 10, Zootopia 2 8:00pm
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Movies by the Lake – Burlington
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGrab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July […]
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Moonlight Flicks – Niagara Outlets
Niagara Outlets 300 Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, CanadaJoin us in watching movies at the Outlet Collection at Niagara. Bring your chair/blanket, friends and family! June 26 Lilo & Stitch, 8:30pm July 16 The Lorax 8:00pm Aug 13 Tangled […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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Movies by the Lake – Burlington
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGrab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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Movies by the Lake – Burlington
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGrab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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Movies by the Lake – Burlington
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGrab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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Movies by the Lake – Burlington
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGrab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July […]
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Moonlight Flicks – Niagara Outlets
Niagara Outlets 300 Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, CanadaJoin us in watching movies at the Outlet Collection at Niagara. Bring your chair/blanket, friends and family! June 26 Lilo & Stitch, 8:30pm July 16 The Lorax 8:00pm Aug 13 Tangled […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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Outdoor Concert & Movie Night
Westside Church, Burlington 5050 South Service Road, Burlington, ON, CanadaBring your family, invite a friend, and join us for a summer evening of live music, kids’ activities, snacks, and an outdoor movie. Come early, get settled, bring a lawn […]
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Movies by the Lake – Burlington
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGrab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July […]
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Gage Park Movie Night
Gage Park 1000 Main St East, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin Kevin Whaley Real Estate for our 4th Annual Movie Night in Gage Park! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends for a free movie under the stars in […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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Movies under the Stars Burlington
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPresented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note […]
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