Free outdoor movies during the summer months are a fun way to spend a summer evening. Never been to an open-air cinema to see a movie under the stars? Well, you're in luck because we've got tips to make your experience the best it can be and details on where you can watch outdoor movies in Northeast Ohio this year. 

Top Tips for a Successful Outdoor Movie Night with the Family

Plan now which movies to see – Use our list below to choose the movie(s) you want to see and block the date in your calendar now. That way you don't forget when the day comes.

Pack your own snacks – Pack some drinks and things to snack on while the movie is playing. If you'd prefer to purchase your food. Order take-out on your way to the movie or purchase food onsite if the venue offers it. 

Bring something comfortable to sit on – Sitting on the ground is not comfortable, so bring along a blanket, low-backed chair, or even a bean bag to sit on. If you plan to sit up front near the screen, make sure to bring low-backed lawn chairs so you don't block the view of the people behind you.

Use extra blankets to stay warm – Even summer evenings can get chilly when the sun goes down. Bring extra blankets to use to stay warm.

Bring bug spray – You never know if you'll need it but if the bugs are out, you'll be really thankful you have some.

Check the forecast before you go – Most of the events are weather-dependent. Always check the host website or Facebook page if the weather forecast doesn't look promising

Have the kids rest prior to coming – Most of the time, movies end pretty late into the evening. If this means your kids will be up past their normal bedtime, consider having them take a nap or rest for a while before coming.

Arrive early – Arrive early to set up your spot. Most of the events have pre-movie activities or a nearby playground that the kids can enjoy before the movie starts.

Pick your movie watching spot carefully – If you think you're kids will get antsy, pick a spot to sit along the edge so you can make a quick exit or let your kids move around a bit without bothering other families.

Where to See Outdoor Movies in Northeast Ohio

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Cuyahoga County | Geauga County | Lake County | Lorain County | Mahoning County | Medina | Portage County | Stark County | Summit County | Wayne County

Outdoor Movies in Cuyahoga County

Beachwood – FREE Summer Outdoor Movie Nights in Beachwood {Find Out More}
Where: Beachwood High School Parking Lot, 25325 Fairmount Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122
When: 
– July 27, 2021: The Croods
– July 18, 2021: Aladdin
– August 15, 2021: Onward

Bedford – Movie on the Square in Bedford Commons {Find Out More}
Where: Bedford Commons, 730 Broadway Avenue, Bedford, OH 44146
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Berea – FREE Summer Outdoor Movies at Coe Lake Park {Find Out More}
Where: 85 S. Rocky River Dr., Berea, OH 44017
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Broadview Heights – FREE Outdoor Movie Night {Find Out More}
Where: Broadview Heights Recreation Center, 9543 Broadview Rd., Broadview Heights, OH 44147
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Cleveland – FREE Outdoor Movies at WOW Wade Oval Wednesday {Find Out More}
Where: Wade Oval, 10820 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 441066
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Cleveland – FREE Lawn Chair Cinema {Find Out More}
Where: Impett Park, 3180 W. 153rd St., Cleveland, OH 44111
When: Fridays, June 25, July 23 & August 20, 2021

Lakewood – FREE Friday Night Flicks in the Park {Find Out More}
Where: The Bandstand in Lakewood Park, 14532 Lake Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107 & Madison Park, 13929 Madison Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107
When:
– Friday, June 11, 2021: Arctic Dogs (Lakewood Park)
– Friday, June 25, 2021: Cats & Dogs 3 (Lakewood Park)
– Friday, July 9, 2021: Trolls World Tour (Lakewood Park)
– Friday, July 23, 2021: The War with Grandpa (Lakewood Park)
– Friday, August 13, 2021: Onward (Madison Park)

Middleburg Heights – FREE Friday Night Flicks in the Park {Find Out More}
Where: Middleburg Heights Recreation Department, 16000 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Orange Village – FREE Pinecrest Moonlight Movie Nights {Find Out More}
Where: Central Park @ Pinecrest, Orange Village, OH 44122 (between Silverspot Cinema and Pinstripes)
When: Waiting on 2021 information

University Heights – FREE Summer Concert & Movie {Find Out More}
Where: John Carroll University, 1 John Carroll Blvd., University Heights, OH 44118
When: 
– Thursday, July 1, 2021: Raiders of the Lost Ark

Westlake – FREE Movie in the Park at Crocker Park {Find Out More}
Where: Market Square Lawn, 239 Market St., Westlake, OH 44145
When:
– Thursday, June 10, 2021: Croods 2
– Thursday, June 17, 2021: Frozen 1
– Thursday, June 24, 2021: Trolls World Tour
– Thursday, July 1, 2021: Moana
– Thursday, July 8, 2021: Tom & Jerry
– Thursday, July 15, 2021: Raya and the Last Dragon
– Thursday, July 22, 2021: Frozen 2
– Thursday, July 29, 2021: Shrek
– Thursday, August 5, 2021: All My Life
– Thursday, August 12, 2021: Sonic
– Thursday, August 19, 2021: Onward
– Thursday, August 26, 2021: Jumanji Next Level
– Thursday, Sept 2, 2021: Playing with Fire
– Thursday, Sept 9, 2021: Dolittle

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Outdoor Movies in Geauga County

Chardon – FREE Movies in the Park at Chardon Square {Find Out More}
Where: Chardon Square Gazebo, 101 S. Hambden St., Chardon, OH 44024
When:
– Saturday, June 12, 2021: Trolls
– Saturday, July 17, 2021: Incredibles 2
– Saturday, August 14, 2021: Dora

Montville – FREE Movie Night at Geauga Park District {Find Out More}
Where: Observatory Park, 10610 Clay St., Montville, OH 44064
When:
– Friday, June 18, 2021: Jumanji: The Next Level

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Outdoor Movies in Lake County

Mentor – Wildwood Family Movies on the Lawn {Find Out More}
Where: Wildwood Cultural Center & Park, 7645 Little Mountain Rd., Mentor, OH 44060
When: 
– Friday, May 28, 2021: Mulan
– Friday, June 18, 2021: A Bug's Life
– Friday, July 16, 2021: Big Hero 6
– Friday, August 20, 2021: Hugo

Mentor – FREE Mentor Movie Night {Find Out More}
Where: Mentor Civic Amphitheater, 8600 Munson Rd., Mentor, OH 44060
When: Thursdays, June 10 + July 8 + August 12, 2021; SCOOB!

Wickliffe – FREE Big Screen Movies Under the Stars at Coulby Park in Wickliffe {Find Out More}
Where: 28730 Ridge Rd, Wickliffe, OH 44092
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Willowick – FREE Dudley’s Big Screen Outdoor Movie in Willowick {Find Out More}
Where: Dudley Park, 31500 Willowick Dr., Willowick, OH 44095
When:
– Saturday, July 24, 2021: SCOOB!

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Outdoor Movies in Lorain County

Amherst – Outdoor Movie Night at Amherst HealthPlex {Find Out More}
Where: Amherst HealthPlex, 47160 Hollstein Dr., Amherst, OH 44001
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Elyria – FREE Movie in the Park {Find Out More}
Where: Ely Square Gazebo, Elyria, OH 44035
When: Saturday, June 12, 2021

North Ridgeville – FREE North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation's Movies in the Park Summer Series {Find Out More}
Where: South Central Park, 7565 Avon Belden Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039
When: 
– Friday, June 4, 2021: The Goonies
– Friday, June 18, 2021: Jumanji The Next Level
– Friday, July 16, 2021: Onward
– Friday, July 30, 2021: Wonder Woman 1984

Oberlin – FREE Oberlin's Family Fun Night in the Parks {Find Out More}
Where: Park Street Park, 40 S. Park St., Oberlin, OH 44074
When: Waiting on 2021 information

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Outdoor Movies in Mahoning County

Youngstown – FREE Youngstown Summer Movie Series {Find Out More}
Where: Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown, OH 44503 
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Youngstown – FREE Family Night in the Park at Boardman Park {Find Out More}
Where: Maag Outdoor Theatre at Boardman Park, 375 Boardman Poland Rd., Youngstown, OH 44512
When:
– Saturday, July 17, 2021: Shrek
– Saturday, August 14, 2021: Frozen

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Outdoor Movies in Medina County

Valley City – FREE Valley City Movie in the Park {Find Out More}
Where: TBA
When: Friday, September 3, 2021

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Outdoor Movies in Portage County

Aurora – FREE Drive-In Movie Night {Find Out More}
Residents only.
Where: Aurora High School North Parking Lot, 109 W. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH 44202
When: Saturday, July 3, 2021 [REGISTER]

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Outdoor Movies in Stark County

Alliance – FREE Greater Alliance Carnation Festival: Movie in the Park at Silver Park {Find Out More}
Where: Silver Park, 2930 S. Union Ave., Alliance, OH 44601
When: Monday, August 9, 2021

Canal Fulton – FREE Movie in the Park {Find Out More}
Where: Muhlhauser Park, 853 Locust St., Canal Fulton, OH 44614
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Canton – FREE Outdoor Movie Night at Stark Parks {Find Out More}
Where: Sippo Lake Park – Exploration Gateway, 5712 12th St. NW, Canton, OH 44708
When: Waiting on 2021 information

East Canton – FREE Community Outdoor Movie Night at East Canton Church of God {Find Out More}
Where: 201 Nassau St. E, East Canton, OH 44730
When:
– Friday, May 21, 2021: Tom & Jerry

Jackson Township – FREE Outdoor Movie at the Jackson Amphitheater {Find Out More}
Where: Jackson Amphitheater, 7454 Community Pkwy. NW, Massillon, OH 44646
When:
– Friday, May 21, 2021: Toy Story 4
– Saturday, August 14, 2021: Onward

Louisville – FREE Friday Night Flicks: Movies on the Green at Louisville Public Library {Find Out More}
Where: Library Lawn, 504 E. Main St., Louisville, OH 44641
When: Waiting on 2021 information

North Canton – FREE North Canton Library's Family Film Friday {Find Out More}
Where: Witwer Park, Harmon St. SW, North Canton, OH 44720
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Massillon – FREE Family Outdoor Movie {Find Out More}
Where: Duncan Plaza, 2 James Duncan Plz., Massillon, OH 44646
When:
– Friday, June 25, 2021: Tom & Jerry (Location: TBD)
– Friday, July 23, 2021: Raya and the Last Dragon (Location: Duncan Plaza)

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Outdoor Movies in Summit County

Akron – FREE Akron-Summit County Public Library's Movies @ Main: Social Distancing Edition {Find Out More}
Where: Online
When:
– Thursday, May 27, 2021: Sabrina
– Thursday, June 10, 2021: Daddy Day Care

Akron – FREE Akron Outdoor Movie {Find Out More}
Where: Simon Perkins Stone Mansion, 550 Copley Rd., Akron, OH 44320
When: Friday, June 4, 2021: School of Rock

Akron – FREE Summer Movie Series at Lock 3 {Find Out More}
Where: Lock 3 Akron Cleveland Clinic Stage, 200 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
When:
– Sunday, June 6, 2021: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs | Theme – Nutrition
– Sunday, June 13, 2021: Playing with Fire | Theme – Fire Safety
– Sunday, June 20, 2021: The Lion King | Theme – Father's Day
– Sunday, June 27, 2021: Pee-wee's Big Adventure | Theme – Bike Safety
– Sunday, July 11, 2021: Cats and Dogs 3: Paws Unite! | Theme – Humane Society
– Sunday, July 18, 2021: Karate Kid | Theme – Karate
– Sunday, August 1, 2021: Madagascar Three: Europe’s Most Wanted | Theme – Zoo Animals
– Sunday, August 8, 2021: Air Bud: Seventh Inning Fetch | Theme – Sports
– Sunday, August 22, 2021: Sing | Theme – Dance Techniques
– Sunday, August 29, 2021: Trolls World Tour | Theme – Akron Children’s Museum Monster Mission Course
– Sunday, September 5, 2021: The Greatest Game Ever Played | Theme – First Tee Teaches Golf

Akron – FREE Movies on Great Streets {Find Out More}
Where: Multiple Location (see below)
When:
– Friday, June 4, 2021: School of Rock | Location: Kenmore Branch Library, 969 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, OH 44314
– Saturday, June 5, 2021: Secret Life of Pets | Location: 1301 Weathervane Ln., Akron, OH 44313
– Saturday, June 12, 2021: The Croods A New Age | Location: 964 Nome Ave., Akron, OH 44320
– Saturday, July 10, 2021: Soul | Location: The Well, 647 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44304

Akron – FREE Community Partner Movie Series {Find Out More}
Where: Mud Run Golf Course, 2000 S. Hawkins Ave., Akron, OH 44314
– Thursday, July 15, 2021: School of Rock

Akron – FREE North Hill Movie Series at Peace Park {Find Out More}
Where: People’s Park, 760 Elma St., Akron, OH 44310
When:
– Saturday, July 17, 2021: Raya and the Last Dragon
– Saturday, August 21, 2021: Coco
– Saturday, September 18, 2021: Soul

Cuyahoga Falls – FREE Flicks on the Falls at Falls River Square {Find Out More}
Where: Falls River Square, 2085 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Hudson – FREE Screen on the Green {Find Out More}
Where: First & Main Green, 42 Village Way, Hudson, OH 44236
When: Saturday, July 17, 2021: TBA

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Outdoor Movies in Tuscawaras County

Mineral City – FREE Movies at the Lake {Find Out More}
Where: Atwood Lake Park, 9500 Lakeview Rd., Mineral City, OH 44656
When: Select nights, May 21-September 25, 2021

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Outdoor Movies in Wayne County

Orville – FREE Family Movie Night in Orr Park {Find Out More}
Where: Orr Park, 440 N. Elm St., Orrville, OH 44667
When: Waiting on 2021 information

Wooster – FREE Movie on the Lawn {Find Out More}
Where: Wayne County Public Library, 220 W. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691
When: Friday, August 28, 2021

Enjoy the show!

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