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Happy Summer! Do you love getting together with friends to watch movies under the stars? Well grab your beach chairs, blankets, and pack a picnic to share because here is a list of free summer movies in Orange County. There’s Movie Mondays at Segerstrom Center, Movie on the Lawn at the OC Great Park, Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes, Sunset Cinemas at various OC Parks, and more! Make sure you check the parking situation before you go. Some are free, but some charge a fee.
OC PARKS Presents SUNSET CINEMA
OC Parks Sunset Cinema film series brings recent blockbusters and beloved classic films to scenic parks across Orange County. Experience 12 free movie screenings Friday nights, beginning June 6 through Aug. 29, at Carbon Canyon Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Yorba Regional Park, Laguna Niguel Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Guests of all ages are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy lively pre-show entertainment such as character meet-and-greets, DJ-led games and more. Cinema events begin at 6 p.m. with screenings starting after sundown, at approximately 8 p.m. Friday movie nights kick off June 6 and include Despicable Me 4 (2024), Charlie’s Angels (2000), Inside Out 2 (2024), Hercules (1997), Mufasa: The Lion King (2024), Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), Miss Congeniality (2000), Twisters (2024), The Greatest Showman (2017), Elemental (2023), Shrek (2001) and Moana 2 (2024).
Costa Mesa – Movie Mondays at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Movie Mondays are free to the public, and no RSVP is required to attend, so grab your chairs and picnic blankets and arrive early to secure a great spot, explore a variety of themed pre-show activities, and enjoy food and drinks from food trucks and George’s Café. Check out the movies that are coming to the plaza this summer! https://www.scfta.org/shows-events/movie-mondays
Irvine – Movies on the Lawn
Orange County Great Park, Terraced Lawn, 6950 Marine Way, Irvine, CA 92618
Watch family-favorite movies on the outdoor big screen. Bring low-back chairs, blankets and a picnic, or purchase items from the food trucks or snack bar. Movies begin at dusk and are weather permitting; admission is free. https://cityofirvine.org/news-media/news-article/movies-lawn-0
Irvine Spectrum – Movies Under The Stars
Join us for family-friendly movies on the Giant Wheel Lawn, every Sunday this summer. Bring your blankets, chairs, and snacks for an evening of movie magic. All movies will begin at 7pm. https://www.irvinespectrumcenter.com/events-promotions/movies-under-the-stars
Laguna Beach – Summer Movie Nights
Wednesday, June 18: Moana 2 at Aliso Beach Park and Thursday, July 17: The Sandlot at Heisler Park
Bring low-back beach chairs and nibbles for the movie. https://www.lagunabeachcity.net/government/departments/recreation/special-events-programs/family-movie-night
Long Beach – Moonlight Movies on the Beach
All movies start at sunset (8pm-8:30PM). Local food trucks and Kettle corn vendor will be onsite; BYOF (Bring Your Own Food) is also welcomed. Alcohol is prohibited. Free Parking after 6pm at all locations. Parking is limited, first come first serve. Please allow yourself 10-15mins for parking. https://moonlightmoviesonthebeach.com/
Newport Beach – Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes
Free Admission & Open to the Public. Parking Rates Apply. Movies Begin at Dusk. Movies are every Friday & Saturday evening at dusk beginning May 10 through the end of October. https://www.newportdunes.com/movies-on-the-beach/
Santa Ana – Summer Movies in the Park
(June 6 – July 25, 2025) Activities begin 6:30 p.m. Movies begin at dusk. New park locations weekly. https://www.santa-ana.org/summer-movie-series/