Sure, you can go out to a movie the usual way—$12 a pop in a dark theater— or you can enjoy movies in the park, under the stars and leafy trees. Plus, most are free. Communities all over Utah are setting up projectors for movies in the park this summer. Many open with family activities and performances by local entertainers, and while most of the movies in the park are blockbusters fresh from the theaters (like Moana 2 and Wonka), some local organizations are showing films seen at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, and productions by local filmmakers. Audience members in search of a little nostalgia will even be pleased with some throwback screenings of ET, Treasure Planet, and Raiders of the Lost Ark. No matter what you see, show up early. You may not find room for your oversized YETI cooler once that family of 10 with the Twister mat and a quilt for each kid shows up. Don’t see a park near you on this page? Check your city’s website or Facebook page.
Movies in the Park – Salt Lake County
- Liberty Park, 600 Harvey Milk Blvd, SLC—Presented by the Utah Film Center, the free Summer Film Series is back every Friday night at Libery park in July and August. Each film has been selected to highlight the Film Center’s annual programs and includes a short film by local filmmakers.
July 11, 2025: Flow
July 18, 2025: The Apollo
July 25, 2025: Riddle of Fire
Aug. 1, 2025: Move Ya Body: The Birth of House
More Details - Draper Amphitheater, 1020 E. Pioneer Road, Draper — As part of this year’s Draper Days programming, the amphitheater is hosting a free movie screening on their 32-foot screen. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle in for a fun summer evening.
July 16, 2025: Moana 2
More Details - Kearns Oquirrh Park Fitness Center, 5624 S. Cougar Lane, Kearns — Movies will be shown at either the Chomper’s Cove USA celebration area (hosted by KOPFC) or the Park Pavilion (hosted by Utah Olympic Oval). Show up at 8 p.m., movies at sundown. Get out all your pre-movie jitters at their free public skating from 7-9 p.m.
July 11, 2025: Paddington in Peru
Aug. 1, 2025: Moana 2
More Details - Millcreek — Millcreek’s Venture Out! program will bring a Twilight Market, music, food trucks and movies to locations across town throughout the summer.
July 11, 2025: ET at Scott Park
July 18, 2025: The Boy and the Heron at Tanner Park
July 25, 2025: Transformers One at Sunnyvale Park
More Details - Pleasant Green Park, 3252 S. 8400 West, Magna — The Magna Arts Council has put together a unique program of live music and movies in the park every Friday night from June to August. The free shows combine local and national talent with blockbuster movies, and typically turn out with 300+ guests per show.
June 27, 2025: Ghost of Spring w/ Harold and the Purple Crayon
July 11, 2025: Dirt Cheap w/ Captain America, Brave New World
July 18, 2025: The Flying Coffee Beans w/ Moana 2
July 25, 2025: The Minecraft Movie
Aug. 1, 2025: Penrose w/ Wonka
Aug. 8, 2025: Anime Girlfriend w/ Transformers One
Aug. 15, 2025: Mouth w/ Wild Robot
More Details - Sandy’s Summer Sounds and Starlight — Catch two films at different parks in Sandy throughout July and August. Films start at dusk. Popcorn, candy and soft drinks will be on hand.
July 21, 2025: Wild Robot at Sandy Amphitheater
Aug. 15, 2025:Wonka, Location TBD
More Details - South Jordan Movies in the Moonlight, Highland Park | 6050 W Lake Ave—Enjoy a fun lineup of films this summer at South Jordan. Grab a snack from concessions for just $1.25, or enjoy delicious options from on-site food trucks. Arrive early to enjoy more pre-screening fun like scavenger hunts, crafts and costume contests. All shows begin at 9 p.m.
June 25, 2025: Princess Bride
July 18, 2025: The Wild Robot
July 25, 2025: Wicked (show starts at 8:45 p.m.)
Aug. 1, 2025: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Aug. 8, 2025: Night at the Museum
Aug. 15, 2025:Inside Out - More Details
Movies in the Park — Summit County
- Sundance Institute Local Lens Film Series — The Sundance Institute will screen past Sundance Film Festival favorites at The Ray Theatre in Park City and the Broadway Centre Cinemas in SLC.
July 17, 2025: Twinless (Broadway Centre, SLC)
July 17, 2025: Omaha (The Ray Theatre, PC)
July 18, 2025: All That’s Left of You (The Ray Theatre, PC)
July 18, 2025: The Librarians (Broadway Centre, SLC)
July 18, 2025 at 11:30 a.m: Local Lens Artist Roundtable (Spy Hop Rooftop Event Space, SLC)
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Movies in the Park — Davis County
- Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater, 403 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton — Pre-movie activities start at 6:30 p.m.; films start at 7 p.m.
June 27, 2025: Uncle Buck
July 11, 2025: Cars
July 18, 2025: Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
July 25, 2025: Hook
Aug. 1, 2025: Moana
Aug. 8, 2025: Harold and the Purple Crayon
Aug. 15, 2025: Toy Story
Aug. 22, 2025: Mufasa
Aug. 29, 2025: Wonka
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Movies in the Park — Utah County
- SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre, 600 S 400 E, Orem—Take a seat on the venue’s grassy slopes and settle in for a movie on the big screen. Films begin at dusk, admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children.
July 9, 2025: Inside Out 2
July 16, 2025: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Aug. 6, 2025: The Greatest Showman Sing-a-Long
Aug. 13, 2025: Harry Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone
More Details - Ashton Gardens, Thanksgiving Point, 3900 Garden Drive, Lehi — The Outdoors Movie Series is back at Ashton Gardens for another summer of movie magic. Screenings are free for Thanksgiving Point members. Everyone else will pay Ashton Gardens admission prices. Show up early to enjoy the stately gardens before the film.
June 27, 2025: Despicable Me 4
July 11, 2025: Inside Out 2
July 18, 2025: The Wild Robot
July 25, 2025: Wicked
Aug. 1, 2024: Mystery Selection, cast your vote on June 27
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Movies in the Park — Weber County
- Movies in the Park in North Ogden — Free and fun for the whole family, North Ogden City is hosting movie screenings on Wednesday and Friday nights throughout the summer. The films start at dusk, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own snacks and blankets.
Check their events calendar for all screening times
Movies in the Park — St. George
- St. George Town Square, 50 S. Main Street — On the second and fourth Friday of every month, St. George Town Square becomes an outdoor movie theatre. Free screenings begin at dusk.
June 27, 2025: The Lego Movie
July 11, 2025: National Treasure
July 25, 2025: Out of my Mind
Aug. 8, 2025: Treasure Planet
Aug. 22, 2025: Freaky Friday
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