{"id":354327,"date":"2026-06-10T06:45:19","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T06:45:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/354327\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T06:45:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T06:45:19","slug":"where-are-free-outdoor-movies-in-sacramento-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/354327\/","title":{"rendered":"Where are free outdoor movies in Sacramento this summer?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Get your lawn chairs, picnic blankets and snacks ready,  the Sacramento area has begun outdoor movie showings. Whether you are looking for family-friendly comedies, classic horror films or colorful animation, there is a free outdoor showing that is a perfect fit.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what to know:<\/p>\n<p>Movies in Rancho Cordova<\/p>\n<p>In an effort to celebrate American\u2019s 250th birthday, <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cordovacouncil.org\/ccc-events\/Friday-Moonlight-Movies\">Cordova Community Council<\/a> is hosting double features every Friday night in June at Village Green Parkway, 3141 Bridgeway Drive in Rancho Cordova. The showings will include food trucks, free admission and \u201cAll-American favorites,\u201d according to the Cordova Community Council website.<\/p>\n<p>June 12 &#8211; American Adventures5:30 p.m.: \u201cAn American Tail\u201d7 p.m.: \u201cIndependence Day\u201dJune 19 &#8211; American Heroes5:30 p.m.: \u201cBalto\u201d7 p.m.: \u201cCaptain America: The First Avenger\u201dJune 26 &#8211; Historical Voices5:30 p.m.: \u201cPocahontas\u201d7 p.m.: \u201cHamilton\u201dMovies in Arden Park<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DWCXN4oAS3I\/?img_index=1\">Arden Park Recreation and Park District<\/a> is presenting family friendly movies at Arden Park, 1000 La Sierra Drive in Arden Arcade from summer to early fall. So grab your blankets and enjoy a warm summer night with your family.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018How to Train Your Dragon\u2019Date: Friday, June 5Time: 8:30 p.m.\u2018Wicked For Good\u2019Date: Friday, August 7Time: 8:15 p.m.\u2018Gabby\u2019s Dollhouse\u2019Date: Friday, Sept. 4Time: 7:30 p.m.\u2018G.O.A.T.\u2019Date: Friday, Oct. 2Time: 6:45 p.m.South Sacramento film series<\/p>\n<p>Take the time to explore south Sacramento parks for the area\u2019s <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/southgaterecandpark.gov\/event-calendar\/\">Movies in the Park<\/a>. These summer events will show family-friendly movies at five different parks in South Sacramento. Prior to each movie there will be activities and crafts for kids.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018A Minecraft Movie\u2019Date: June 11Address: Bowling Green Park, 4125 49th Ave.\u2018Bad Guys 2\u2019Date: June 23Address: Perry Avenue Park, 4551 Perry Ave.\u2018Smurfs\u2019Date: July 14Address: Norman S. Waters Park, 7800 Elsie Ave.\u2018Zootopia 2\u2019Date: Aug. 6Address: Don &amp; Brenda Nottoli Community Park, 9485 Hanfield DriveFolsom Parks and Recreation Movie Nights<\/p>\n<p>Take the time to explore the city of <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folsom.ca.us\/government\/parks-recreation\/recreation\/special-events\">Folsom at Family Movie Night Under the Stars<\/a>. This free summer movie series provides fun activities, community and a chance to experience the great city of Folsom.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Kicking &amp; Screaming\u2019Date: Friday, June 19Address: Andy Morin Sports Complex, 66 Clarksville Road\u2018Wild Robot\u2019Date: Friday, July 17Address: Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, 403 Stafford St.\u2018Surfs Up\u2019Date: Saturday, Aug. 1Address: Steve Miklos Aquatic Center, 1200 Riley St.Barnflix in West Sacramento<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/events.drinkdrakes.com\/series\/barnflix-2025\/\">Drake\u2019s Brewing<\/a>, 985 Riverfront St. in West Sacramento is hosting a movie series this summer on Wednesday nights. Enjoy movies under the stars wrapped in the warm summer nights.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Zootopia 2\u2019Date: July 1Time: 8:40 p.m.\u2018I Know What You Did Last Summer\u2019Date: Aug. 5Time: 8:25 p.m.\u2018The Devil Wears Prada\u2019Date: Sept. 2Time: 7:50 p.m.\u2018Hocus Pocus\u2019Date: Oct. 7Time: 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>  Loading\u2026<\/p>\n<p>        Related Stories from  Sacramento Bee<\/p>\n<p>                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/profile\/300720579\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"author-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781073919_801_9761_HA_250303VeronicaFernandeAlvarado Cropped.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" alt=\"Profile Image of Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>                <a class=\"author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/profile\/300720579\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado<\/a><\/p>\n<p>                    The Sacramento Bee<\/p>\n<p>            Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado is a service journalism reporter at The Sacramento Bee. 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