There are few things better than watching a movie under the stars in Los Angeles. OK, maybe an all-you-can-eat taco bar under the stars is better, but barely. From an iconic cemetery to a rooftop in the heart of the entertainment capital of the world, L.A.'s spring and summer outdoor screenings are held at amazing venues that make them immersive rites of passage. Several lineups haven't even been announced yet, but other series are about to kick off and you have to get tickets early or you'll miss out ? these things sell out. We'll be updating this list throughout the spring and summer, so check back frequently for new stuff.
Rooftop Cinema ClubHosted on the roof of the Montalban Theatre smack in the middle of Hollywood, Rooftop Cinema Club functions more like an outdoor movie theater than a social gathering, albeit with more comfortable seats. With views of the Hollywood skyline, relax in a canvas deck chair and take in every ounce of dialogue through a pair of wireless headphones. A bunch of the screenings are already sold out, which we've indicated with a strikethrough. All screenings are at 8 p.m. and tickets are available
here.
Wed., April 5: Blade Runner Thu., April 6: Donnie DarkoFri., April 7: GoodfellasSat., April 8: Mulholland DriveTue., April 11:
The Edge of 17
Wed., April 12: Close Encounters of the Third KindThu., April 13: JackieFri., April 14: Heat
Sat., April 15: Dirty Dancing
Tue., April 18: Raiders of the Lost ArkWed., April 19:
Hell or High WaterThu., April 20: Vertigo
Fri., April 21: Top GunSat., April 22: MoonlightTue., April 25:
Gimme DangerWed., April 26: Back to the FutureThu., April 27:
Hunt for the WilderpeopleFri., April 28: Rogue OneSat., April 29:
ZootopiaTue., May 2:
Ghostbusters (2016)
Wed., May 3: Drive
Thu., May 4:
Florence Foster JenkinsFri., May 5: SelenaSat., May 6: Rogue OneTue., May 9:
Grand Budapest HotelWed., May 10:
Memento Thu., May 11: Hidden FiguresFri., May 12:
10 Cloverfield LaneSat., May 13:
20th Century WomenTue., May 16:
Dr. StrangeloveWed., May 17:
The Bad and the BeautifulTue., May 23: The Big LebowskiWed., May 24:
Manchester By the SeaThu., May 25:
Lost in TranslationFri., May 26: MoanaTue., May 30:
Sunset BoulevardWed., May 31:
L.A. Confidential
Great Horror Movie NightIf the idea of watching a horror movie in an abandoned zoo makes you pee your pants a little, you better wear a diaper for the Great Horror Movie Night in Griffith Park. Bring a picnic but beware of roaming monsters (apparently I want my mommy is the safe phrase if you're not in the mood for an off-screen scare). More info and tickets
here.
Fri., April 21:
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
Fri., May 5:
JawsMay 19:
HalloweenJune 5:
Carrie CinespiaPerhaps the most legendary outdoor film series in L.A., Cinespia ? now entering its 16th season ? offers locals the chance to watch a movie in a cemetery alongside a few thousand of their closest friends (dead and alive). Bring a blanket (a tarp helps, too) and a picnic basket, because food and beer and wine are welcome. Be sure to make time to get your picture taken in the unbelievably elaborate photo booth themed to the movie screening that night. So far they've only announced the May lineup, but we'll update this list as the year progresses. Gates are at 6:45 and the movies begin at 8:30 p.m. Get tickets
here.
Sat., May 13:
ChinatownSat., May 20:
Boogie NightsSat., May 27:
North by NorthwestSun., May 28:
Clueless
Sat., June 3:
Wayne's WorldSat., June 10:
The Wizard of OzSat., June 17:
The Usual SuspectsSat., June 24:
SelenaEat | See | HearThis roving Showtime-sponsored film series travels to a rotating series of outdoor venues throughout the city to host screenings of popular movies. To cover the eat and hear, there's also food trucks and live music. The events kick off at 5:30, so there's plenty of time to hang out and nosh before dark; check
the site for tickets and venue info.
Sat., May 6:
Mean GirlsSat., May 13:
CasablancaSat., May 20:
Grand Budapest HotelSat., May 27:
Pulp FictionSat., June 3:
FridaySat., June 10:
The Princess BrideSat., June 17:
La La LandSat., June 24:
GreaseSat., July 1:
Top GunSat., July 8:
Singin' in the RainSat., July 15:
The SandlotSat. July 22:
Die HardSat., July 29:
Young FrankensteinSat., Aug. 5:
Airplane!Sat., Aug. 12:
When Harry Met SallySat. Aug. 19:
Raiders of the Lost ArkSat., Aug. 25:
Depeche Mode: 101Sat., Sep. 2:
GoodfellasSat., Sep. 9:
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's StoneSat., Sep. 16:
Amelie
Street Food CinemaSimilar to Eat | See | Hear, Street Food Cinema hosts fun outdoor screenings with food trucks and a band that plays before the movie. For committed film fans who really love to rough it, SFC also hosts overnight campouts at King Gillette Ranch in Malibu with a slew of activities from Johnny Castle's Dance Lessons (for
Dirty Dancing) to Santa Clara Carnival Games (for
The Lost Boys). Tickets and venue info are available
here.
Sat., April 29:
La La LandSat., May 6:
Singin' in the RainSat., May 6:
Aladdin OVERNIGHTS
Sat., July 15:
Dirty DancingSat., Sep. 30:
The Lost Boys
Outdoor Movies at the SkirballSituated just off the 405 in Brentwood, the Skirball Cultural Center hosts a series of summer screenings in their courtyard (chairs are provided, so leave yours at home). In honor of the current exhibit, Paul Simon: Words & Music, this year's theme is Films That Rock, movies that celebrate the power of music ? the $10 admission for the screening includes museum admission. No outside alcohol is permitted, but there's a cash bar with beer, wine and cocktails, as well as light bites for purchase. More info
here.
Fri., June 16:
School of RockFri., June 30:
That Thing You Do!Fri., July 14:
La BambaCamp-In-MoviesThis brand new series kicks off in late July with a screening of
Moonrise Kingdom followed by a tents-only campout in the Cuyama Valley (about two hours from L.A.). Tickets include the movie, a campsite and a bag of popcorn, but you can bring food and booze too. More info
here.
Sat., July 29:
Moonrise Kingdom
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