Outdoor summer movies are kicking off around Birmingham. Check out our list of where to watch and what’s playing at City Walk BHAM, Vulcan Park and Museum, the Trussville Entertainment District and more.
1. Summer Drive-In Movies | Leeds
Nothing beats a drive-in movie. This summer, hop in the car and head to the Grand River Drive-In in Leeds. The box office opens daily at 5PM with a variety of films for all ages. Be sure to hit up The Snack Shack for film-friendly eats like nachos, popcorn and chips.
- Cost: $8 Adult | $5 (Ages 5-12) | Free admission (Ages 4 + under)
- Location: 1453 Grand River Pkwy, Leeds
- Tickets
2. Moonlight Movies | Vestavia
Starting off summer with a splash with “Luca”. The whole family will enjoy this sweet film and complimentary drinks, popcorn and cotton candy. Bonus: There will be bouncy houses for jumping and balloon animals with Mr. Bill the Balloon Man
- When: Thursday, June 5, 6PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Location: 700 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills
- Details
3. Free Friday Flicks | City Walk BHAM
City Walk BHAM is hosting Free Flicks this June. Bring blankets, chairs, snacks and your crew to see what’s playing on the big screen.
- When:
- Friday, June 6, 6:30PM — “Despicable Me 4”
- Friday, June 13, 6:30PM — “Moana 2”
- Friday, June 20, 6:30PM — “Dogman”
- Friday, June 27, 6:30PM — “Paw Patrol”
- Cost: Free admission
- Location: 2200 9th Ave N, Birmingham
- Details
4. City of Alabaster Movie Nights | Various Alabaster Locations
Make sure to catch these summer movies under the stars in Alabaster. With screenings at both the Amphitheater + Patriots Park, plus space to get comfy, be sure to pack your drive-in movie essentials.
- When:
- Friday, June 13, Dusk-9PM — “Wicked” (Amphitheater)
- Friday, June 27, Dusk-9PM — “Moana 2” (Patriots Park, Alabaster)
- Friday, July 11, Dusk-9PM — “Inside Out 2” (Amphitheater)
- Friday, July 25, Dusk-9PM — “A Minecraft Movie” (Patriots Park, Alabaster)
- Cost: Free admission
- Location: Amphitheater, Alabaster | Patriots Park, Alabaster
- Details
5. Moonlight Movies | Lane Parke
Bring a blanket + lawn chairs, but don’t worry about snacks. Grab a to-go dinner or drink from any of the restaurants in Lane Parke.
- When: Friday, June 6, 6-9PM
- Cost: Free admission
- Location: 2683 Lane Parke Ct, Mountain Brook
- Details
6. Movies at Dusk | Downtown Leeds
Your Friday plans are set with this summer event series in Leeds. With movies starting at dusk, food + games, you won’t want to miss out.
- When:
- Friday, June 6 — “Princess + The Frog”
- Friday, July 11 — “Mufasa”
- Friday, August 1 — “The Wild Robot”
- Cost: Free admission
- Location: Concrete parking lot at Parkway Drive + 8th St
- Details
7. Irondale Screen Scene Movie Series | Beacon Park
To celebrate the start of summer, the City of Irondale is having outdoor movies + games one Friday each month. Expect free train rides, hot dogs and popcorn, family-friendly movies and games.
- When:
- Friday, June 20, 7-10PM — “The Wild Robot”
- Friday, July 18, 7-10PM — “Mufasa”
- Cost: Free admission
- Location: Beacon Park, Irondale
- Details
8. Summer Movie Nights | Trussville Entertainment District
Head to the Trussville Entertainment District for movies on the big screen on select Tuesdays this summer. Be sure to visit on the District’s restaurants, like Ferus Artisan Ales or Unami and take your food and drinks outside to enjoywhile you watch.
- When:
- Tuesday, June 10, 4PM + 7PM — “Shrek”
- Tuesday, June 17, 4PM + 7PM — “The Lorax”
- Tuesday, July 8, 4-9PM — “Shark Tale”
- Cost: Free admission
- Location: 119 Beech St, Trussville
- Details
9. Movies on the Mountain | Vulcan Park + Museum
What’s better than movies with a view? This year, Vulcan Park and Museum hosts its first-ever Movies on the Mountain event series with hot films and local vendors. There will also be wine and beer available for adults.
- When:
- Saturday, June 21 — “Monsters, Inc.”
- Saturday, August 16 — “Toy Story”
- Saturday, October 11 — “Hocus Pocus”
- Cost: Adults + Kids $10 | Vulcan Members $8
- Location: 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham
- Details + Tickets
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