There’s nothing quite like watching a movie under the stars on a warm summer night! Outdoor movie nights are back across Toronto and the GTA, with family-friendly films showing in local parks, squares, and community spaces from June through September. Pack your lawn chairs, blankets, snacks, and bug spray, then settle in for a fun and affordable night out with the kids. Many screenings are free and take place weekly throughout the summer, though locations and schedules can sometimes change depending on weather and special events.
Burlington Movies under the Stars
Free outdoor movies on Thursdays from July 9 to August 27, 2026! Movies start at 7 p.m. Bring your own lawn chairs, blanket and bugspray. It is recommended to arrive early to reserve a spot.
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Aurora Movies in the Park
Back for 2026, summer Movies in the Park will bring families a free movie on August August – 20 & 27 and September 3. All movies start at dusk at Aurora Town Park (49 Wells Street). Bring your own chairs an blankets, and arrive at 7pm for free pre-movie themed family activities and popcorn (while supplies last)! View Website
Celebration Square Movie Nights
From late June through to early September the whole family can enjoy a film together at Celebration Square Movie Nights. The screenings are each Thursday at 8 pm, Pre-Show at 7:30pm. Bring your own blankets and snacks!
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Newmarket Moonlight Movies
Join the Town of Newmarket during the month of July for their 2026 Moonlight Movies Series, taking place on select Mondays and Wednesdays at various parks in Newmarket. Find a spot on the grass for your lawn chairs and blankets, to enjoy a movie on a large inflatable screen, under the stars. Movies start at dusk. Visit Website
Moonlight Movies in Richmond Hill
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Whitby Movies in the Park
Movies in the Park will be back for four evenings this summer. Grab your blankets and popcorn and join the Town of Whitby on July 17, and August 14 and 21, 2026. Movies are shown on a large, outdoor screen with concert-quality sound starting at dusk. Visit website for movie schedule.
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Ajax Movies in the Park
Enjoy a unique, outdoor, free family cinema experience on a giant inflatable screen. The town will host two movie nights at different locations, visit their website for schedules and more details.
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Free Movie Nights at Evergreen Brick Works
A series of FREE outdoor movie nights at Evergreen Brick Works every Thursday in July and August. Get ready to immerse yourself in the ultimate cinematic experience with your favourite films under covered Pavilions. Movies start at 7:30pm arrive early to save your spot! See website for movie schedules.
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Movies Under the Stars at the Blue
Enjoy a box office hit during Subaru Movies Under the Stars every Tuesday evening in July and August. Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor movie screening in the Village Plaza. Arrive early to explore the picturesque Village, movies start at dusk.Visit Website
Wasaga Beach Movies Under the Stars
Every Wednesday in July & August at dusk. Enjoy a free outdoor movie experience at 1724 Mosley St. (Behind the RecPlex)!. Crafts, popcorn, special guests, and more under the stars.
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Outdoor Movies in Regent Park
Enjoy a family friendly movie on Wednesdays in July. Now in its 13th year Under the Stars has grown into Regent Park’s largest summer community event!
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Downsview Park Friday Night Lights
Movies take place by the lake. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and watch a family-friendly movies on select nights – July 16 & 17, August 6 & 7, 2025. See website for movie schedule.
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Harbourfront Free Flicks
One of the Toronto’s favourite summer traditions! Free Flicks at Harbourfront Centre will present free movies by the lake every Tuesday night from July 14 to September 1, 2026. This years lineup will include iconic musicals, alongside beloved classics. Bring a chair and a blanket (seating is not being provided this year).View Website
Sorauren Outdoor Movies in the Square
The Sorauren Outdoor Movie Season returns to the Town Square for 2026! Movies will be presented on the fourth Saturday of June, July, August and September. Movies start at dusk, but show up early for special pre-show performances including dance, comedy, music and more!
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Gravenhurst Cinema under the Stars
Cinema Under The Stars has become a cherished tradition for families in Gravenhurst. More than just an outdoor movie, the Town of Gravenhurst offers a full evening of fun for families with crafts and activities ahead of each screening. Bring a cozy blanket, lawn chair, friends & family and enjoy free full-length feature films every Thursday evening in July & August.
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Other locations
The following locations show movies that are not always suitable young children, but if you have a teen or even ‘baby in arms’, or that magical and elusive date night, this could still make the perfect evening outing.
Toronto Outdoor Picture Show
From June 26 to August 23, 2026, Toronto Outdoor Picture Show returns for its 16th season of free outdoor movies in parks across Toronto. This year’s “Going Places” theme celebrates journeys, adventure, and discovery through a lineup of films shown at Christie Pits Park, Corktown Common, and Bell Manor Park. All screenings are free, accessible, and open to the public.
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