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. 

   

1 newportFILM Outdoors

Experience award-winning documentaries, live music and more at some of Aquidneck Island's most beautiful outdoor spaces. Screenings begin at sunset on Thursday's through September 1st.

  • RSVP/ticket is not required, each film is free and open to the public
  • Pre-film live music 1 hour before film starts
  • Suggested $5 donation per person
  • Food vendors are returning this season, 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:

MY OLD SCHOOL

When: June 23rd
Where: St. Michael’s Country Day School Lawn, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:30 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM

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FASHION REIMAGINED

When: June 30th
Where: Rosecliff Lawn, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:30 PM, Film starts 8:30 PM

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THE YIN AND YANG OF GERRY LOPEZ

When: July 14th
Where: Safe Harbor New England Boatworks, Portsmouth
Details: Venue opens at 6:30 PM, Film starts 8:25 PM

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SHERYL

When: July 21st
Where: Newport International Polo Grounds, Portsmouth
Details: Venue opens at 6:30 PM, Film starts 8:25 PM

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HARGROVE

When: July 28th
Where: Doris Duke's Rough Point, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:15 PM, Film starts 8:15 PM

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THE PRINCESS

When: August 4th
Where: The Elms, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:10 PM

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MICKEY: THE STORY OF A MOUSE

When: August 11th
Where: Eisenhower House, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 6:00 PM, Film starts 8:00 PM

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TONY HAWK: UNTIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF 

When: August 18th
Where: Fort Adams, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:30 PM, Film starts 7:50 PM

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MASTER OF LIGHT 

When: August 25th
Where: Marble House Lawn, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:30 PM, Film starts 7:45 PM

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MCENROE

When: September 1st
Where: Grass Courts at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport
Details: Venue opens at 5:30 PM, Film starts 7:30 PM

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2 Cars Under the Stars

Make your way to Warren's Burr's Hill Park for the town's summer movie series every Thursday through September 2.

  • Gates open at 7:30 PM
  • Movies start at 8:30 PM
  • Free

 

The Schedule:
  • July 7:  Encanto
  • July 21:  Space Jam 2 New Legacy
  • August 4:  Hotel Transylvania
  • August 18:  Sing 2

 

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