There are several family-friendly Outdoor Movies in the Triad happening from April to October most are free! Local parks and businesses are using inflatable movie screens and many of these showings have onsite food trucks or concessions, as well. You can also find these movie events listed on our Event Calendar. *

Always be sure to call or check their website in advance to confirm there have not been any changes.

Email Katie@TriadMomsonMain.com if you have any Outdoor Movies or additional info to add! Also, don’t be sure to miss our Summer Movies Series Directory. Many Movie Theaters have highly discounted tickets, some even free!

Best Places to Find Outdoor Movies in the Triad

Winston-Salem / Clemmons / Lewisville
Kernersville
Mocksville
Summerfield
Tobaccoville /Rural Hall / King

Outdoor Movies in Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem Dash Movie Nights

Website: Events at Truist Stadium | Dash
Address: Bailey Park, 445 Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Time: Gates open at 5:30pm. Movie begins at 7pm.
Date: April 24 – October 30, 2026

Friday, April 24 – The Sandlot Movie Night, presented by Candor Home Services, LLC
Saturday, June 27 – Top Gun: Maverick Movie Night + Post-Movie Fireworks, presented by Candor Roofing, LLC
Saturday, August 1 – F1: The Movie Movie Night + Engines in the Outfield Pre-Movie Car Show, presented by Signature Real Estate, LLC. Co-presented by Speedology Lifestyle Solutions, LLC and Camel City Wraps
Friday, October 30 – Monsters, Inc. Movie Night, presented by Candor Home Services, LLC

Additional Info: You must claim your free tickets online to attend.

Innovation & Cinema

Website: https://aperturecinema.com/film-series/a-mobile/
Address: Bailey Park, 445 Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Time: Pre-film fun (times vary), film starts at dark. See website for times.
Date: May 15 – October 9, 2026

May 15 – Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
June 12 – Cars
July 17 – Back to the Future
August 14 – TRON: Legacy
September 11 – Speed Racer
October 9 – Ford v Ferrari

Additional Info: Bring your own chairs and blankets. Bring a picnic or purchase dinner from food trucks on site

Big Backyard Movie Nights

Website: Big Backyard Movie Nights @ Crossnore – a/perture cinema

Address: Crossnore Communities for Children, 1001 Reynolda Rd NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27104
Time: Come for some pre-film fun at 6:30. Film starts at dark (~7:30).
Date: 2026 Movies TBD

June 26
August 7

Additional Info: Bring your own chairs and blankets. Bring a picnic or purchase dinner from food trucks on site.

Starlight Movie Nights

Website: https://lewisvillenc.net/specialevents
Address: Shallowford Square, 6555 Shallowford Rd, Lewisville, NC 27023
Time: Movies begin at dark.
Date: May 15 – October 9, 2026

May 15 – Jurrasic World Rebirth
September 18 – Moana 2
October 9 – The Goonies

Additional Info: Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available for purchase.

A/perature Pop-ups

Time: Sunset
Dates / Locations:

May 2 – The Wizard of Oz – Tanglewood Park
June 25 – Flow – Kaleideum

Starlight Movie Nights

Location: Shallowford Square
Time: Films start at sunset. Bingo starts at 6pm
Dates:

May 15 – Jurassic World: Rebirth
September 18 – Moana 2
October 9 – The Goonies

East of Texas

Time: Sunset
Dates: TBD, check their Instagram

Outdoor Movies in Kernersville

Movies in the Park – Kernersville

Website: https://kvparks.com/2026/2026-movies-in-the-park/
Address: Harmon Park, Harmon Ln, Kernersville, NC 27284
Time: Movies start at dusk.
Date: May 15 – September 18, 2026

May 15 – Elio
June 17 – Grease
September 18 – Mystery Movie

Additional Info: Bring your lawn chairs. We will have food and a few pre-movie activities

Outdoor Movies in Mocksville, NC

Friday Night Flicks – Davie County Community Park Outdoor Movie Series

Website: https://www.daviecountync.gov/1039/Outdoor-Movie-Series
Address: Davie County Community Park 151 Southwood Drive, Mocksville, NC, 27028
Time: The movie lot opens at 7pm, but all movies will begin at dusk, between 8 and 8:30 pm.
Date:
May 29: Movies in the Park | Coco
June 26: Drive-in | Happy Gilmore
July 24: Movies in the Park | Incredibles 2
August 28: Drive-In | Space Jam (1996)

Additional Info: The drive-in movies will be shown in the parking lot off Southwood Drive. Tickets are sold online at amp.activecommunities.com/DCRP. The cost is $10 per car and $15 per truck/SUV for up to six people. Please note that no tickets will be sold on-site, so be sure to secure your spot in advance. Concessions will be available for purchase on-site, or you are welcome to bring your own food. Check the Movie FAQs for more information! Register for your Drive-In Movie spot here!

Movies at the Park – downtown Mocksville

Website: https://mocksvillenc.org/events-calendar/
Address: Main Street Park, 192 N Main St, Mocksville, NC
Time: 8:30pm
Date:

Zootopia 2 – Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 8:30 p.m.
Elio – Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 8:30 p.m.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – August 8
Toy Story – September 12

Additional Info:

Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring a blanket or chair for your comfort.
Outside food is welcome, or enjoy something delicious from a nearby restaurant.

Outdoor Movies in Summerville / Oak Ridge

Movies in the Park – Summerfield, NC

Website: https://www.summerfieldnc.gov/events
Address: Summerfield Community Park Amphitheater, 5404 Centerfield Rd, Summerfield, NC

Time: Gates open at 6:30pm and the movie begins at dusk.
Date: 2026 Dates TBD

Additional Info: Bring your own blanket or chairs and relax in front of our oversized outdoor screen. Free outdoor movies and popcorn and the event is open to the public. Coolers are welcome, but no alcohol is allowed.

Community Movie Night

Website: Events Calendar – Town of Oak Ridge, North Carolina
Address: Oak Ridge Town Park, 6231 Lisa Dr, Oak Ridge, NC

Time: TBD
Dates: June 5 & August 14, 2026
Additional Info: Bring chairs and blankets.

Outdoor Movies in Tobaccoville

Movies in the Park – Tobaccoville

Website: Calendar – Village of Tobaccoville, NC
Address: Tobaccoville Community Park at 4225 Tobaccoville Rd, Tobaccoville, NC 27050

Time: 8:30pm
Date: 2026 Dates TBD
Additional Info: Free Popcorn, Candy, Drinks. Bring a Chair or Blanket.

Drive-in Theaters in the Triad

Eden Drive-In
Location 106 Fireman Club Rd. Eden, NC 27288
Website: http://www.edendrivein.com/

Badin Road Drive-In Theater
Website: http://www.badinroaddrivein.com/
Location: 2411 Badin Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001

Why Outdoor Movies Are a Must-Do for Triad Families

Outdoor Movies offer a refreshing alternative to traditional movie theaters. Kids can move around, bring blankets, and enjoy a more relaxed environment, which is a huge win for parents managing younger children. Many events are free or low-cost, making them budget-friendly. Plus, they often include extras like food trucks, playground access, or pre-movie activities.

For moms juggling busy schedules, these events check multiple boxes. They provide entertainment, social opportunities, and a chance to enjoy fresh air without needing extensive planning. The casual setting also reduces pressure. If a child gets restless, it’s not a big deal. That flexibility alone makes outdoor movie nights a favorite across the Triad.