Outdoor film screenings are a key component of summer on The Classic Coast. From spacious historic parks to oceanside lawns next to Gilded Age mansions, these outdoor film series take place in some of the area's most beautiful outdoor spaces.
Dust off your blanket and pack some snacks—the following pop-up screenings are perfect for a night of family-fun or a cozy date for two underneath the stars.
Outdoor Film Series This Summer
Outdoor films in and around Newport at some of the most scenic spots are back for the summer.
newportFILM Outdoors
Back to Top of ListExperience award-winning documentaries, live music and more at some of Aquidneck Island's most beautiful outdoor spaces. Screenings begin at sunset on Thursday's from June 27th - September 5th.
- RSVP/ticket is not required, each film is free and open to the public
- Pre-film live music 1 hour before film starts
- Suggested $10 donation per person
- Food vendors and free popcorn!
- Parking changes depending on venues, check each film page for more info
- If it rains, the backup venue will be on a first come, first serve basis
The Schedule:
SKYWALKERS: A LOVE STORY
When: June 27th
Where: O'Hare Lawn, Salve Regina University, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:30 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM
NO FILM ON 7/4—HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!
THE COWBOY AND THE QUEEN
When: July 11th
Where: Newport International Polo Grounds, Portsmouth
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM
WHO IS STAN SMITH?
When: July 18th
Where: Aquidneck Park, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM
JOAN BAEZ: I AM A NOISE
When: July 25th
Where: Second Beach Parking Lot, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM
THEY ALL CAME OUT TO MONTREUX
When: August 1st
Where: Rosecliff Lawn, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:00 PM, Film starts 8:00 PM
MAYA AND THE WAVE
When: August 8th
Where: Fort Adams, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:00 PM, Film starts 8:00 PM
ELIZABETH TAYLOR: THE LOST TAPES
When: August 15th
Where: Chateau-sur-Mer, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:00 PM, Film starts 8:00 PM
COPA 71
When: August 22nd
Where: Miantonomi Park, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:00 PM, Film starts 7:45 PM
DAUGHTERS
When: August 29th
Where: The Great Friends Meeting House, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:00 PM, Film starts 7:30 PM
SECRET SMALL APARTMENT
When: September 5th
Where: The Elms, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:00 PM, Film starts 7:30 PM
Cars Under the Stars
Back to Top of ListMake your way to Warren's Burr's Hill Park for the town's summer movie series every Thursday from July 11 - August 15.
- Gates open at 6:30 PM
- Movies start at 8:30 PM (Dusk)
- Free
The Schedule:
- July 11: Barbie
- July 25: Trolls Band Together
- August 8: Super Mario Brothers Movie
- August 15: Migration (Inflatables & Awards)
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