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Purchase dinner from local restaurants or pack one from home for Duluth's summer movie series, Flicks on the Bricks. Photo courtesy of the event
Purchase dinner from local restaurants or pack one from home for Duluth's summer movie series, Flicks on the Bricks. Photo courtesy of the event
5/4/25 - By Elsa Simcik

Watching outdoor movies in Atlanta under the stars is an ideal summertime bucket list item. Moviegoers enjoy the cooler evening weather, a family-friendly flick, and best of all, FREE admission! These free outdoor movies in Atlanta and the surrounding suburbs last all summer long. Even better, you don't have to scour the internet trying to find outdoor movies in Atlanta because we've already done that. Dust off the picnic blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy the show!

Want more ideas for free fun in Atlanta? Check out our Guide of FREE Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids! 

Outdoor Movies Are Perfect for Atlanta Families This Summer

Outdoor movies are great for families, especially little ones! Kids can run around, get their wiggles out, and return to action on screen when they're ready to continue the plot. Plus, it's a fun way to get out of the house and save money this summer.

Make the Most of Your Outdoor Movie Night

Outdoor movies in Atlanta are fun ways to enjoy summer nights! Before you head out for an evening flick, there are a few things to check before you go. Find out if you can bring food/drinks, or if food purchases are required. Also, find out if your four-legged friends can come for the outdoor movie as well! 

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Everyone is invited to the Crabapple Market Green where families enjoy a free, family-friendly movie night. Photo courtesy of Crabapple Market
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Forum Flicks at The Forum Peachtree Corners

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May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12, September 9, October 14, 2025
Gather with friends and family in The Plaza to kick back, relax, and enjoy your favorite movies on the big screen! READ MORE

Outdoor Movie Series at Swift-Cantrell Park

Kennesaw
May 17, June 7, July 17, 2025
Folks head to Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw for movies plus lots of activities such as hula-hoop contests, tug of war, relay races, sack races.  READ MORE

Movies Under the Stars at Mall of Georgia

Buford
May 17, June 14, July 12, August 6, September 13 & October 18, 2025
Head to Mall of Georgia in Buford for the Movies Under the Stars entertainment series. Festivities (face painting, characters, a band/DJ) begin at 5pm, movie begins at 7PM. READ MORE

Movies on the Green Series in Tucker

Tucker
May 29, June 26, July 17, August 21, September 26, 2025
At Movies on the Green, families are invited to the greenspace on Church Street from May to August for a fun family movie night. The public is welcome to set-up beginning at 5:30 p.m. with a scheduled 7p.m. start time for the movie.  READ MORE

REEL Friday at Trilith Movie Series

Fayetteville
May 30, June 27, July 25, August 29, September 12 & 26, October 24, 2025
As the temperature heats up, so does the “Big Screen” at Town at Trilith’s Central Plaza. Family-friendly flicks will be the featured attraction on the 25-foot permanent screen and its powerful sound and projection system. Free admission. READ MORE

Lights, Camera, Avenue at Avenue East Cobb

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Thursdays, June 5 - July 24, 2025
Families can flock to The Avenue East Cobb's parking lot for family-friendly movies select Thursdays this summer. In addition to the movie, parents and kids can arrive as early as 6pm to participate in children's activities and order food from onsite restaurants. READ MORE

Movies on the Square at Colony Square

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June 5, July 10, August 7, September 4, October 2, 2025
Parents and kids head to Colony Square to see family-friendly movies at "Midtown's Living Room" on select Thursdays April - October.  READ MORE

Dunwoody Pics in the Park

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June 6, July 11 & August 1, 2025
Head to Pernoshal Park for Dunwoody Pics in the Park Series. Popcorn and candy will be provided.  READ MORE

Flicks on the Green at Peachtree Corners Town Center

Peachtree Corners
June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6, October 4, 2025
Parents and children bring blankets to Peachtree Corners' Town Green for super-themed movies the first Saturday of each month, June-October. Families can grab food from nearby restaurants and have a picnic.  READ MORE

Flicks on the Bricks

Duluth
June 27 & July 25, 2025
Either purchase dinner from local restaurants or pack one from home for Duluth's popular summer movie series, Flicks on the Bricks. Pre-show entertainment starts at 6pm with free inflatables, live music, themed characters and more. Then the movie begins at 7pm READ MORE

Lawrenceville Movie Club on the Lawrenceville Lawn

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June 27, July 18, & August 8, 2025
Enjoy a family-friendly movie when the sun goes down on the Lawrenceville Lawn. Families can purchase food from food trucks. READ MORE

Johns Creek Movies at the Park

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June 13 & July 11, 2025
Families flock to Newtown Park park this summer for awesome movie nights.  READ MORE

Interactive Movies on the Green at Crabapple Market

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June 14, August 9 & September 20, 2025
Everyone is invited to the Crabapple Market Green where families enjoy a free viewing of a family-friendly movie.Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to pick up an interactive kit to enliven the movie experience and encourage fun participation.  READ MORE

Movies by Moonlight in Sandy Springs

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2025 Dates TBD
Families bring chairs, blankets and a picnic to the Heritage Amphitheatre lawn to enjoy a different movie under the stars.  READ MORE

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About the Author

Elsa Simcik
Elsa Simcik has been freelance writing for 20-something years, covering a hodgepodge of fields--health & fitness, human interest stories, and even dating. After becoming a mom she segued into writing for local magazines and websites, focusing on parenting, fun things to do with kids, and travel. The travel part is fun, but not as glamorous as it sounds, because it's traveling with kids. Still, she'll take it.
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