Wouldn’t it be great if you could watch a movie and enjoy the great outdoors? Now, you can!
Let’s face it; there’s something undeniably magical about watching a movie under a canopy of stars, with the gentle evening breeze on your skin and the shared excitement of a crowd. It's a quintessential Seattle summer experience, blending our love for the outdoors with the timeless joy of cinema.
Here's your ultimate guide to where and when to catch a flick al fresco this summer — and how to get there on transit.
Seattle outdoor movie nights
Movies at the Mural
Take the 1 Line to Westlake Station, then hop on the Seattle Monorail.
Aug. 1: “The Princess Bride” (9 p.m.)
Aug. 8: “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” (9 p.m.)
Center City Cinema at Cal Anderson Park
Take the 1 Line to Capitol Hill Station. Movies start at 6:30 p.m.
July 11: “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again”
July 18: “Shrek”
July 25: “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”
Denny Park Movie Nights
Take the 1 Line to Westlake Station, then the South Lake Union Streetcar. Movies start at 6:30 p.m.
July 16: “The Karate Kid”
July 23: “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” (1982)
Aug. 20: “Grease”
Freeway Park Films
Take the 1 Line to Symphony Station. Movies start at 6:30 p.m.
Aug. 8: “Anaconda” (1997)
Aug. 15: “Raiders of the Lost Ark” (1981)
Aug. 22: “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets"
Hing Hay Park in the Chinatown-International District
Take the 1 Line to International District/Chinatown Station. Movies start at 6:30 p.m.
Aug. 2: “The Goonies”
Aug. 9: “She Marches in Chinatown”
Aug. 16: “Wicked”
Aug. 23: “Lilo & Stitch” (2002)
Eastside outdoor movie nights
The outdoor movie fun isn’t limited to Seattle. Head across the lake to catch family favorites and cult classics under the stars.
Bellevue Summer Outdoor Movies
Take the 2 Line to Bellevue Downtown Station — the closest station to Downtown Park. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7 p.m. and movies begin at dusk.
July 15: “Moana 2” (PG)
July 22: “Pokémon: Detective Pikachu” (PG)
July 29: “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (PG)
Aug. 5: “Cars” (G)
Aug. 12: “Miracle” (PG)
Aug. 19: “Monsters University” (G)
BECU Movies at Marymoor Park
Ride the 2 Line to Marymoor Village Station. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the movies start at dusk. Note that this series is $10 per person (free for kids 5 and under).
July 16: “Legally Blonde”
July 24: “The Wild Robot”
July 31: “Guardians of the Galaxy”
Aug. 6: “Up”
Aug. 14: “Pirates of the Caribbean”
Aug. 20: “Wicked”
Tacoma outdoor movie nights
The Grand Cinema's Outdoor Movie Series
Take the T Line to the Stadium District Station to get to Wright Park.
July 12: "Death Becomes Her"
Tips for the best experience
Arrive early for a good spot.
Bring blankets, low chairs, and layers.
Pack snacks (but check venue rules).
Don’t forget bug spray!
Confirm showtimes online in case of weather delays.
This summer, swap your couch for the stars and make some movie magic — all without worrying about parking. Just hop on transit and enjoy the show.
Looking for indoor movie theaters near transit to check out the latest blockbuster? Check out our LifeSTyle guide.
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