Summer Movies in the Park 2023 returns across San Diego County

The free, outdoor movie series kicks off Memorial Day weekend and runs through late October.

SD Summer Movies in the Park 2023

The seasonal outdoor movie event is back, San Diego.

It’s written in the starsSummer Movies in the Park returns this weekend, bringing free, outdoor movie screenings to San Diego County parks through late October.

This year’s schedule features 150 movies, with showings on Fridays and Saturdays across all kinds of family-friendly genres.

Here’s a sizzle reel of what’s playing early this season:

  • “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” | Fri., May 26 | 6 p.m. | Waterfront Park (first flick of the season)
  • “Top Gun: Maverick” | Saturday, May 27 | 7 p.m. | Lincoln Acres County Park
  • “Lightyear” | Saturday, June 10 | 5:30 p.m. | Morley Field
  • “Soul” | Saturday, June 17 | 6:30 p.m. | Poway Community Park
  • “The Sandlot” | Saturday, July 1 | 7 p.m. | Sweetwater Summit Regional Park
SD Summer Movies in the Park 2023

Summer Movies in the Park 2023 runs Friday, May 26-Friday, Oct. 27.

Pro tips: Pack blankets, chairs, and a picnic. Also, County Parks and Recreation will post weekend screening roundups on this Facebook page; check out these FAQs before you go.

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