Every Wednesday night from July 9 to August 13, stretch out under the stars in David Pecaut Square (beside Roy Thomson Hall) for six FREE outdoor screenings hand-picked by TIFF CEO, Cameron Bailey.
Each evening kicks off at 8:45 p.m. with a pre-show featuring live performances, photo ops, film introductions and other outdoor activities. Movie goers can purchase concessions including TIFF’s “famous popcorn”, cold beverages, sweets and cotton candy. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your cinephile crew, and settle in for some big screen magic in the heart of downtown Toronto.
Film Lineup:
July 9 – The Princess Bride (Directed by Rob Reiner, TIFF ‘87)
Pre-show – a live performance by Hit & Run Productions, featuring a trio of dancers bringing beloved movie characters to life, followed by remarks and an introduction from Cameron Bailey.
July 16 – That Thing You Do (Directed by Tom Hanks, TIFF ‘96)
Pre-show – a themed trivia contest with the chance to win hundreds of dollars in prizes.
July 23 – Beans (Directed by Tracey Deer, TIFF ‘20)
Pre-show – a traditional hoop dance by a solo dancer from the Mohawk Nation, presented by Hit & Run Productions, and an introduction by Kelly Boutsalis, TIFF International Programmer.
July 30 – The Wild Robot (Directed by Chris Sanders, TIFF ‘24)
Pre-show – family-friendly movie trivia and the chance to win exciting prizes.
August 6 – The Martian (Directed by Ridley Scott, TIFF ‘15)
Pre-show – a themed trivia contest and a booth by Space Place Canada, plus an introduction by Cameron Bailey.
August 13 – School of Rock (Directed by Richard Linklater, TIFF ‘03)
Pre-show – a live performance by past and present Battle of the Scores bands, and opens with the winning short from the 48 Hour Film Challenge and an introduction by TIFF’s Next Wave Committee.
When:
Wednesdays, July 9 to August 13
8:45 p.m. – Pre-show fun
9:30 p.m. – Film screening
Where:
David Pecaut Square (215 King St. W., Toronto – beside Roy Thomson Hall)
Accessibility:
All screenings will include open captions.
Launch Party:
Get in the movie mood early on July 9 at the Todotoronto Pre-Party at The Pint Public House (277 Front Street West), featuring trivia, glow sticks, icebreakers, and more. It’s a fun, low-pressure way to meet some new movie pals before the screening.
Tickets are required. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
