Summer Movies in the Park is the largest free and family-friendly outdoor movie series in San Diego, with over a hundred screenings at dozens of parks across the region. The program launched in 2007 and provides residents with unique opportunities to visit their local recreation destinations after hours to watch blockbuster hits under a starry night sky. Shows run May through October, with pre-show activities before dark and movies beginning about 15 minutes after sunset.
It’s the largest free and family-friendly outdoor movie series in San Diego! It’s family fun at some of our local parks.
On the big screen in University City 2026:
- Saturday, May 30, at Standley Park and Recreation Center: The Sandlot
- Saturday, June 20, at Marcy Park; event and movie The Greatest Showman sponsored by University City Community Foundation
- Friday, June 26, at Nobel Recreation Center: K-Pop Demon Hunters
- Friday, August 14, at Nobel Recreation Center: Tron
- Friday, October 16, at Nobel Recreation Center: Hotel Transylvania
- Saturday, October 24, at Standley Park and Recreation Center: The Nightmare Before Christmas
The schedule is subject to change. For the latest information and a printable schedule with over 120 free Summer Movies, visit: summermoviesinthepark.com
