Outdoor movies in Orlando are very popular — and for good reason. On a beautiful night, there’s nothing better than watching a movie outside on a giant screen with your friends and family.
Snuggle up under the stars; bring your own snacks and chairs or blanket for a memorable and fun night in Orlando.
Movie Night at Leu Gardens happens the first Friday of every month.
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OUTDOOR MOVIES IN ORLANDO
Arrive early to get a good spot and settle in. Before you go: please make sure to check each website as some of the movie events are seasonal, reservations may be required in advance, and times are always subject to change.
WINTER PARK FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES
Winter Park, Popcorn Flicks
Second Thursday of the month at 8pm (or 7pm depending on the season)
Central Park in downtown Winter Park
FREE outdoor movies in the park.
- October 14: The Abominable Dr. Phibes
- November 11: Ratatouille
- December 3: The Santa Clause
Cranes Roost Cinema Sunset Cinema hosts seasonal free outdoor movies starting in the fall.
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES
Altamonte Springs Cranes Roost Sunset Cinema
Select Saturdays starting in the fall season
Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs
FREE outdoor movies in the park.
- September 25: Sonic the Hedgehog
- October 9: How to Train Your Dragon 2
Movie Night at Leu Gardens happens the first Friday of every month.
ORLANDO OUTDOOR MOVIES
Outdoor Movie Date Night at Leu Gardens
$6 for adults, $3 for kids (ages 4-17). Purchase tickets online and in advance.
Gardens open at 6 p.m.; movie starts at 7:30pm or 8:30pm depending on season
Harry P. Leu Gardens in downtown Orlando
- October 1: Close Encounters of the Third Kind
- November 5: Spaceballs
Dr. Phillips Center Frontyard Festival
Select evenings at 6pm
$5 – $10 per person to sit in your own socially distanced pod.
Dr. Phillips Center in downtown Orlando
- September 19: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
- September 26: Goonies
Image courtesy: À La Cart
Outdoor movie Monday at À La Cart
Mondays at sunset
FREE outdoor movies at this social dining experience.
À La Cart, downtown Orlando
- September 20: Grease
- September 27: E.T.
- October 4: Hocus Pocus
- October 11: Little Shop of Horrors
Brew & View
Fridays at 7pm
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co, Orlando
FREE admission. Food trucks, vendors, and a movie under the stars.
OVIEDO FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES
Movie in the Park
Select evenings at 8pm
Center Lake Park, Oviedo Amphitheater
FREE outdoor movie.
- September 17: Raya and the Lost Dragon
MAITLAND FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES
Movies in the Park, Maitland
Select Saturdays
Independence Square, downtown Maitland
FREE outdoor movie.
- October 9 at 7:30pm: Indiana Jones
- November 20 at 6pm: Jurassic Park
- TBA: December 11, January 15, February 12, March 12
AVALON PARK FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES
Movie Under the Stars
4th Friday of every month after sunset
Town Park
FREE family-friendly film.
- September 24: Ratatouille
- October 22: The Adams Family
SEASONAL OUTDOOR MOVIES NEAR ORLANDO
Silver Moon Drive-In in Lakeland Florida.
Check out drive-in theaters near Orlando.
MORE CHEAP MOVIE OPTIONS IN ORLANDO
Picture Show at Altamonte
Movies for 50 cents every Tuesday and $1 every other day.
Enzian Theater and Eden Bar. Image: Enzian Theater.
The Enzian Theater in Maitland shows cult classic movies, independent movies and hosts film festivals. Enjoy a pre-movie drink at the outdoor Eden bar. Then head into the theater where a server takes your order before the movie starts and delivers your food and beer or wine during the movie to your table or couch.
Enzian’s Peanut Butter Matinees are FREE for kids 12 and under. $9 for everyone else. The Enzian Theater regular ticket pricing is $12 each, student/senior/military with ID are $10 and matinees are $10.
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