Outdoor Movies in the Triad
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 kodia.tmom@gmail.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!
Innovation & Cinema
Website: https://aperturecinema.com/film-series/a-mobile/
Address: Bailey Park, 445 Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Time: Pre-film fun at 6:30pm, film starts at dark (~8 PM).
Date: June 13 – October 10, 2025
- June 13 – Dreamgirls
- July 11 – Sing 2
- August 15 – School of Rock
- September 12 – La Bamba
- October 10 – Little Shop of Horrors
Additional Info: Bring your own chairs and blankets. Bring a picnic or purchase dinner from food trucks on site.
Big Backyard Movie Nights
Website: https://aperturecinema.com/film-series/a-mobile/
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: June 7 – October 25, 2024
- August 8 – Planes
- September 5 – The Princess and the Frog
- October 17 – The Muppet Movie
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 16 – October 10, 2025
- May 16 – Twisters
- September 12 – Inside Out 2
- October 10 – Hocus Pocus 2
Additional Info: Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Movies in the Park – Kernersville
Website: https://kvparks.com/2025/2025-movies-in-the-park-series/
Address: Harmon Park, Harmon Ln, Kernersville, NC 27284
Time: Movies start at dusk.
Date: May 16 – September 19, 2025
- May 16 – Inside Out 2
- June 20 – Wicked
- September 19 – Lilo & Stitch
Additional Info: Bring your lawn chairs. We will have food and a few pre-movie activities!
Movies at the Park – downtown Mocksville
Website: https://www.daviecountyblog.com/starlit-cinema-nights-davie-countys-2025-movies-in-the-park-schedule-has-arrived/
Address: Main Street Park, 192 N Main St, Mocksville, NC
Time: 8:30pm
Date: June 14 – September 13, 2025
- June 14 – Mufasa: The Lion King
- July 12 – Inside Out 2
- August 9 – Despicable Me 4
- September 14 (7:45pm) – Aladdin
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.
Friday Night Flicks
Website: https://www.daviecountyblog.com/starlit-cinema-nights-davie-countys-2025-movies-in-the-park-schedule-has-arrived/
Address: Davie County Community Park, 151 Southwood Dr, Mocksville, NC
Time: The movie lot opens at 7pm, but all movies will begin at dusk, between 8 and 8:30 pm.
Date: May 30 – August 29, 2025
- May 30 – Moana 2 (Movie in the Park)
- June 27 – Wicked (Drive-In)
- July 25 – Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (Movie in the Park)
- August 29 – Field of Dreams (Drive-In)
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.
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: May 24 – September 19, 2025
- May 24 – Sing 2
- June 13 – The Wild Robot
- September 19 – To be announced
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.
Movies in the Park – Tobaccoville
Website: https://www.facebook.com/VillageofTobaccovilleNC
Address: Tobaccoville Community Park at 4225 Tobaccoville Rd, Tobaccoville, NC 27050
Time: 8:30pm
Date: June 20, 2025 (Moana 2) – No other dates added yet check their FB Page.
Additional Info: Free Popcorn, Candy, Drinks. Bring a Chair or Blanket.
Out of School Movie Night Bash
Website: https://summerfieldfarms.com/event/out-of-school-movie-night-bash-presented-by-jenkins-waste-management-2/
Address: Summerfield Farms, 3203 Pleasant Ridge Road, Summerfield, NC 27358
Time: 5 – 10pm. Gates open at 5pm, movie starts at sunset.
Date: June 11, 2025 (Finding Nemo)
Additional Info: Bounce House, Farm Animals, Snacks/Drinks, Wagon Rides
Amélie @ Vecino Center
Website: https://aperturecinema.com/movies/amelie-vecino-center/
Address: Vecino Center for Language and Culture, 3477 Myer Lee Dr, Winston-Salem, NC
Time: 7pm
Date: June 28
Additional Info: Bring chairs and blankets.
CatVideo Fest 2025
Website: https://aperturecinema.com/movies/catvideofest-2025-foothills-tasting-room/
Address: Foothills Tasting Room, 3800 Kimwell Dr, Winston-Salem, NC
Time: 7pm
Date: August 9
Additional Info: Bring chairs and blankets.
Community Movie Night
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1453902385575857/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D
Address: Oak Ridge Town Park, 6231 Lisa Dr, Oak Ridge, NC
Time: 6:30pm
Date: May 30, 2025 (Despicable Me 4)
Additional Info: Bring chairs and blankets.
JPAR Legacy Group Community Movie Night
Address: Bailey Park, 445 N Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Time: 7pm
Date: June 12, 2025 (Moana 2)
Additional Info: Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your crew—everyone’s welcome!
Drive-in Theaters in the Triad
Eden Drive-In
Location 106 Fireman Club Rd. Eden, NC027288
Website: http://www.edendrivein.com/
Badin Road Drive-In Theater
Website: http://www.badinroaddrivein.com/
Location: 2411 Badin Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001
Summer Reel Nights at Oak Hollow
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Friday, July 11, 2025, 7:30Â PM – 10:30Â PM
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Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30Â PM – 10:30Â PM,
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