Amidst the hustle and bustle of parenting, Kansas City offers a ton of opportunities for moms and dads to hit pause, gather the family, and bask in the simple joys of outdoor movie nights across Kansas City. As the sun sets and the stars twinkle above, these venues offer a chance for families to unwind, bond, and create lasting memories under the Kansas City stars. Join us as we explore the top spots for outdoor family movie nights, where parents can kick back, relax, and delight alongside their little ones in the magic of cinema! Below you'll find each location, listed by area of the KC Metro.
Northland
Outdoor Movies in North Park at Zona Rosa
Grab a blanket or lawn chair and find a spot in North Park (green space South of Dillard’s)! They will be showing new movies and classic summer flicks. All movies are free and open to all ages.
May 18: Barbie (2023, PG-13)
June 15: Wonka (2023, PG)
July 20: Clueless (1995, PG-13)
Gladstone-Linden Square
Grab a blanket or lawn chair and find a spot in the square. We will be All movies are free and open to all ages. Movie will start when it gets dark (between 8:30 – 9pm)
June 22: Grease
July 29: Kung Fu Panda 4
Movies in the Park-NKC at Macken Park
A fun time for the whole family! Bring a blanket or some lawn chairs and enjoy some fresh air with a movie in the park. Movie will start at dusk near the Festival Shelter in Macken Park. Free and open to the public.
June 21: TMNT: Mutant Mayhem
July 19: The Last Rainforest
August 16: Frozen Empire
Screenland Armour
Grab your own chairs and join them for movies in their back parking lot! No outside food or drinks allowed (water okay!). They have plenty of refreshments and snacks available with full options located inside available to go!
June 1: Wet Hot American Summer
June 8: Cry Baby
June 15: Drop Dead Gorgeous
June 22: Practical Magic
June 29: Dazed and Confused
July 6: Little Shop of Horrors
July 13: Ferris Bueler's Day Off
July 20: Dirty Dancing
July 27: Pee Wee's Big Adventure
August 3: Happy Gilmore
August 10: Goonies
Check their website for more!
Johnson County
MOO-vie Night at the Farmstead – Deanna Rose
Pack your lawn chairs and blankets and bring your family to enjoy an evening under the stars at one of our Movie in the Park events. Dogs welcome.
May 31: Minions
September 20: Elemental
Check their website for updates.
Theater in the Park Movies in the Park
Movies are $1, paid at the Box Office on site. Movies start between 8:30-8:45 p.m. Concessions will be offered on each movie night along with beer and wine. Patrons are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks and enjoy the great outdoors at the beautiful TIP amphitheater!
June 4: The Super Mario Bros
June 18: Despicable Me
July 2: The Little Mermaid
July 16: How to Train Your Dragon
July 30: Barbie
WyCo/Leavenworth Co
Tonganoxie Outdoor Movies
Every other Friday this summer they'll be watching family friendly movies outdoors! Starts at 7:30!
May 31: Wonka
June 14: National Treasure
June 28: Migration
July 12: ET
Legends Outlets
Legends Outlets is excited to host Movie Night on The Lawn every Saturday night at 7 p.m., weather permitting. Movies are family-friendly, and the last Saturday of the month is date night, with or without the kids.
May 20: Top Gun Maverick, (1pm & 7pm)
May 27: Sandlot
June 3: Secret Life of Pets
June 10: The Devil Wears Prada
June 17: Despicable Me
June 24: The Princess Bride
July 1: National Treasure
July 8: Hook
July 15: Puss in Boots
July 22: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids
July 29: The Wedding Planer
August 5: Super Mario Bros.
August 12: School of Rock
August 19: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
August 26: Say Anything
September 2: Harry Potter and The Socerer’s Stone
September 9: Little Giants
September 16: TheLion King
September 23: Jumanji
September 30: The Greatest Showman
October 7: Hotel Transylvania: Transformania
October 14: Casper
October 21: Hocus Pocus
October 28: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Downtown/South KC
Off the Wall Movie Series
Each summer, the Library hosts a free series of downtown skyline cinema screenings on the Central Library's Rooftop Terrace.
June 21: Barbie
July 19: Dazed and Confused
August 16: Crazy Rich Asians
September 13: Happy Death Day
Each summer, the Library hosts a free series of downtown skyline cinema screenings on the Central Library's Rooftop Terrace. See what we're showing, or check out past selections!
Drive-In Movies
B&B Twin Drive-In – Independence
Check their website for movies, times, and prices!
Boulevard Drive-In – Kansas City, KS
Check their website for movies, times, and prices!
