Every Outdoor Movie Screening in San Diego This Summer
What’s more fun than making popcorn and settling in to watch a favorite movie with your friends or family? Doing it outside, of course! San Diego’s superb weather makes for great outdoor movie watching, and you can see one almost every night of the week from May through October -- when you're not busy with San Diego's other must-do events, that is. Whether your taste runs from Coco to Clerks, or Bridesmaids to Bonnie and Clyde, here’s our handy guide to find the best viewings all over the county.

Top Gun
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Independence Day
Food trucks are available, and pre-movie activities include live music, games, giveaways and info booths. Leashed dogs are welcome, but this venue is alcohol-free.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Super Troopers
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Sunset Boulevard
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Peter Rabbit
Snacks are available for purchase and pre-movie activities will keep the kids occupied while you’re waiting for the show to start. Leashed dogs are welcome, but this venue is alcohol-free.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Come early for a pre-movie screening of the newest Lego Movie! Concessions are available for snacks and drinks, and leashed dogs are welcome; this venue is alcohol-free, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Lion King
Concessions are available for purchasing drinks and food, and you can also enjoy open swimming! Pets and alcohol are not permitted at this venue, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Back to the Future
Food will be available for purchase and pre-movie activities include live entertainment. Leashed dogs are welcome, but this location is alcohol-free.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Sixteen Candles
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
My Cousin Vinny
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Sandlot
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Vicky Christina Barcelona
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Ferdinand
Concessions will be available and the little folks will have music, a bounce house and arts and crafts to keep them busy pre-show. Alcohol is prohibited at this venue, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Hidden Figures
Concessions will be available as well as pre-movie activities including a DJ, bounce house and face painting. Pets and alcohol are prohibited at this venue, and advance tickets are required.
Cost: $50, includes optional Overnight Adventure
Cost: $50, includes optional Overnight Adventure
Monsters University
Bring your own picnic, a bottle of wine and relax while the kids enjoy fun recreational games and activities. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Wonder Woman
Arrive early and visit the Liberty Station Public Market or one of the area’s restaurants, browse the shops and galleries, then stake your claim on the lawn and enjoy the show. Leashed dogs are welcome, but alcohol is not allowed in the viewing area.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Despicable Me 3
A Summer Fun Fest with activities, bounce houses and info booths will take place from 5:30-7pm. Bring a picnic to enjoy, and popcorn will be available during the movie, while supplies last. Dogs and alcohol are not allowed at this venue.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Food will be available for purchase, and alcohol is permitted at this venue. The “Empower Hour” is hosting free children’s activities prior to the movie, and leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Sabrina
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Clerks
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though. Tonight features a Benchmark Brewing tap takeover.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Deadpool
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Guardians of the Galaxy
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
The Lady from Shanghai
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
The Incredibles
Bring your own picnic and enjoy pre-movie lawn games. Beer and wine is allowed, but no glass containers, please. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Beauty and the Beast (2017)
Bring your own picnic and enjoy the free show. Alcohol is not permitted at this venue, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Moana
Bring your own snacks to enjoy during the movie; this venue is alcohol-free, and pets are prohibited.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Bring your own picnic or purchase snacks from the concession stand. Starting at 6pm, a bounce house, face painting and balloon art will be available for the kids. Leashed dogs (on a 6-inch leash) are welcome. This venue is alcohol-free.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Coco
Snacks and drinks are available at the concession stand, and beginning at 6pm, a bounce house, face painting, and balloon art will keep the kids occupied before the movie. Leashed dogs are welcome, but this venue is alcohol-free.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Steel Magnolias
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
The Bourne Identity
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Jaws
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Shadow of a Doubt
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Cars 3
Pack a picnic and some beer or wine to enjoy at the pre-movie baggo tournament; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Coco
Bring your own picnic and let the kids enjoy pre-movie activities including jumpers, arts and crafts, games and music. Leashed dogs are welcome, but this venue is alcohol-free.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Wonder
Food will be available for purchase (or you can bring a picnic), and a DJ will be spinning tunes before the show starts. Leashed dogs are welcome, but this venue does not allow alcohol.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Top Gun
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though. Tonight features a Pure Project Brewing tap takeover.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free

The Parent Trap
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
The Thomas Crown Affair
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Guardians of the Galaxy
Bring your own picnic, pour some adult beverages and relax while the kids enjoy field games, arts and crafts and other pre-movie activities; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Sandlot
Food trucks will be on site, and the kids will love the face painting, bounce house and arts and crafts, while you browse the community resources; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Ferdinand
Bring your own picnic; beer and wine are allowed, but don't bring any glass. Leashed dogs are welcome!
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Wall-E
Bring your own picnic and browse the community activities and promotions available before the show; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Incredibles
Enjoy your own picnic and adult libations while the kids tear through the obstacle courses; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Some Like It Hot
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Coming to America
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though. Tonight features a Modern Times Beer tap takeover.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Bridesmaids
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Double Indemnity
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Enjoy your own picnic and adult libations while the kids keep busy with games and arts and craft activities; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Coco
Food trucks and concessions will offer food and drinks, and you can bring beach chairs and blankets with you if you like; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Moana
Show up early for kids’ movie-themed activities as you sit back with your own picnic and adult beverages. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
A Wrinkle in Time
Food trucks will be available, or bring your own food and adult beverages; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Loving Vincent
Arrive early and visit the Liberty Station Public Market or one of the area’s restaurants, browse the shops and galleries, then stake your claim on the lawn and enjoy the show. Leashed dogs are welcome. Alcohol is not allowed in the viewing area.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
When Harry Met Sally
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Jumanji
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Point Break
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Bonnie and Clyde
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Arrive early and visit the Liberty Station Public Market or one of the area’s restaurants, browse the shops and galleries, then stake your claim on the lawn and enjoy the show. Leashed dogs are welcome. Alcohol is not allowed in the viewing area.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
A Bug's Life
Watch the littles play in the bounce house or the “Build a Bug” activity while you nibble on your own picnic and adult beverages. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Toy Story 3
Bring your own picnic and chill in this local favorite venue, which is alcohol-free. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Robin Hood (1973)
Food will be available for purchase, or bring your own goodies and adult libations. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Cars
Bring your own picnic and chill in this local favorite venue, which is alcohol-free. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The African Queen
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
The Dark Knight
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Wet Hot American Summer
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
A Hard Day's Night
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen with HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather with retractable covering, blankets and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Sing
Concessions will be available, or bring your own refreshments. Pre-movie activities include bounce houses, lawn games and arts and crafts. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Peter Rabbit
Bring your own picnic and join in the pre-movie family games, or let the kids do arts and crafts. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Finding Nemo
Food, snacks and drinks will be available. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Lion King
Bring your own goodies or buy snacks and drinks from the concession stand. Pre-movie activities include a bounce house, arts and crafts and music. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Food is available for purchase while you kick back to live pre-movie entertainment. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
To Catch A Thief
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen with HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather with retractable covering, blankets and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
The Princess Bride
Set up your lawn chairs and order dinner or snacks and, of course, beer from the restaurant. The lawn area is smallish, but you can stake your spot out as early as 5pm. Be sure the servers know that you’re there to watch the movie, though.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Anchorman
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
The Princess Bride
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
The Lego Ninjago Movie
Food will be available for purchase and alcohol is permitted at this venue. The “Empower Hour” is hosting free children’s activities prior to the movie, and leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Coco
Food will be available for purchase or bring refreshments from home. Pre-movie activities include a guitar class demonstration, a nature touch table, face painting and arts and crafts. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free

Casablanca
Bring your own picnic and adult beverages while you chill to the music. Pre-movie activities include games, giveaways and info booths. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Moana
Kids will love making a sand art project before the show starts. Bring your own goodies and alcohol-free drinks from home. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Mean Girls
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Casablanca
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Black Panther
Come early for the Super Hero Character meet and greet, face painting, a bounce house, arts and crafts and nature touch table. Food will be available for purchase or bring snacks and drinks from home. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Despicable Me 3
It’s lawn seating so bring low backed chairs and blankets. Food is available for purchase or bring goodies and adult libations from home. A pre-movie Fun Zone ($5 per wristband) with slides, games and bounce houses happens between 5-7pm. Pets are not permitted at this venue.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
A Wrinkle in Time
Arrive early and visit the Liberty Station Public Market or one of the area’s restaurants, browse the shops and galleries, then stake your claim on the lawn and enjoy the show. Leashed dogs are welcome. Alcohol is not allowed in the viewing area.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Back to the Future
Bring your own picnic and adult beverages and chill out at this local favorite venue. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Kill Bill: Vol. 1
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Blazing Saddles
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Concessions will be selling snacks and drinks or bring your own refreshments and alcohol-free drinks. Pre-movie activities include games and crafts. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Boss Baby
Concessions will have snacks and drinks for purchase, or bring your own nibbles and adult libations. A bounce house will keep the kids occupied before the show. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Thor: Ragnarok
Bring a picnic and adult beverages or hit the concessions for snacks and drinks. There will be plenty of pre-movie games and crafts to keep the kids busy. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Concessions will offer snacks and drinks or bring goodies from home. Popcorn is available till it runs out. This venue is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Now and Then
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Roman Holiday
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Black Panther
Bring your own picnic and adult beverages to this favorite local spot; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Bring your own picnic and relax at this popular local venue, which is alcohol-free; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Roadhouse
Reserve a poolside table and have dinner at the newly revamped Charles and Dinorah restaurant, then order a fun tropical cocktail before the show starts. Feel free to take a dip in the pool if you’re so inclined.
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Cost: Movie viewing is free
Rear Window
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
The Secret Life of Pets
Bring your own picnic and relax at this popular local venue, which is alcohol-free. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free

Pretty Woman
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Goosebumps
Bring your own food or hit the concession stand for snacks and drinks. Pre-movie activities include crafts and a bounce house. This location is alcohol-free, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Maltese Falcon
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather, either, with retractable covering, blankets, and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Food trucks will be on hand or bring your own snacks. Pre-movie activities include music, games and giveaways. Alcohol is not allowed at this location, but leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Hotel Transylvania
Show up early for pumpkin carving and a costume contest! Bring your own picnic and adult beverages to enjoy; leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
The Princess Bride & Toy Story: House of Terror
Grab a double feature at this popular local park. Concessions are available, or bring your own goodies. This venue is alcohol-free, and leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Arrive early and visit the Liberty Station Public Market or one of the area’s restaurants, browse the shops and galleries, then stake your claim on the lawn and enjoy the show. Leashed dogs are welcome. Alcohol is not allowed in the viewing area.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Psycho
Enjoy the ultimate in outdoor movie experiences with a 20-foot screen, HD projection and surround sound. Reserve single or double zero gravity recliners, loveseat cabanas, or deck chairs/ottomans with tables and grab coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, popcorn, and a variety of candies from the concession stand for just $2. You’ll never have to worry about the weather with retractable covering, blankets and space heaters available to keep you cozy.
Cost: $17-20
Cost: $17-20
Coco
Bring a picnic and your favorite adult beverages to nosh while the kids are busy with fun games and activities. Leashed dogs are always welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Hotel Transylvania
Bring some nibbles, a bottle of wine, and relax while the kids enjoy a nature touch table, pumpkin decorating, and face painting. Your leashed dog is welcome, too!
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Coco (Spanish Version)
Grab a picnic and arrive early to enjoy pre-movie music, games and giveaways. Alcohol is allowed, as are leashed dogs.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Hocus Pocus
Celebrate Halloween early with trick-or-treating, face painting, a bounce house, and more than 30 different vendor booths. Food trucks will be available, but alcohol is not allowed. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
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Mary Beth Abate is a San Diego-based freelance writer by way of Chicago and Los Angeles. Her hobbies include yoga, pickling and fermenting various vegetables and beverages, reading cookbooks and traveling around Mexico. Keep up with her experiments @MaryBeth_Abate.