Mayor's Summer Movie Nights in the Parks

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Locations:	Multiple see below
Dates:	Only on 7/17, 8/4, 8/10, 8/11, 8/12, 8/14, 8/17, 8/19, 8/20, 8/25, 8/26, 8/27 between 7/17/26 - 8/27/26
Hours:	Movies begin at dusk (approximately 7:45 p.m.)
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Movies

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In parks citywide, Bostonians can enjoy popular films under the night skies with this popular series.

🎬 Mayor Wu’s 2026 Movie Nights in the Parks

Enjoy free outdoor movies under the stars in Boston’s neighborhood parks this summer! Sponsored by Bank of America and presented in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports and Entertainment, this beloved annual series offers:

🍿 Free fresh popcorn (while supplies last)
🌟 Movies begin at dusk (around 8:00 p.m.)
🧺 Bring a blanket or lawn chair

📅 2026 Movie Schedule

Friday, July 17
📍 Malcolm X Park
Dale Street at Regent Street - Roxbury
🎞️ Malcolm X

Tuesday, August 4
📍 Titus Sparrow Park
75 W Rutland Square, Boston
🎞️ Zootopia 2

Monday, August 10
📍 Rogers Park
30 Rogers Park Ave, Boston
🎞️ The Bad Guys 2

Tuesday, August 11
📍 Marcella Playground
260 Highland Street, Boston
🎞️ Superman

Wednesday, August 12
📍 Healy Playground
160 Florence Street, Boston
🎞️ October Sky

Friday, August 14
📍 Jamaica Pond Sugar Bowl
345 Jamaicaway, Boston
🎞️ National Treasure

Monday, August 17
📍 Location TBD
🎞️ Superman

Wednesday, August 19
📍 Walsh Playground
1005 Washington Street, Boston
🎞️ Goat

Thursday, August 20
📍 Iacono Playground
150 Readville Street, Boston
🎞️ Anaconda

Monday, August 25
📍 East Boston Memorial Park
143 Porter Street, East Boston
🎞️ Elio

Tuesday, August 26
📍 Training Field
Unnamed Road, Charlestown
🎞️ Goat

Wednesday, August 27 (date not specified)
📍 Moakley Park
Near Roller Hockey Rink, Boston
🎞️ The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

💡 Tips for Families

- Come early to grab a good spot and enjoy the sunset.
- Some locations may have fun pre-show activities.
- All movies are family-friendly unless noted.

Looking for more Boston summer movie nights? Check out our handy guide to summer fun and try a new venue every week!

WEBSITE

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www.boston.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-movie-nights

LOCATIONS

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Boston	---	map	Medal of Honor Park, (M Street), South Boston, MA
Boston	---	map	Various Locations, Boston, MA
Dorchester	---	map	The Playstead, Franklin Park, Dorchester, MA
West Roxbury	---	map	Millenium Park, West Roxbury, MA