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Cheap and FREE outdoor movies in Miami and South Florida are the ideal memory-making summer activity for families. And by saving money during these outdoor movie nights, parents can put aside cash to pay for exciting weekend and day trips from Miami, as well as fun South Florida summer camps. 

We’ve put together a list of budget-friendly and FREE movie nights throughout the region this summer, where you can pack a picnic, bring your own chairs, and enjoy a movie under the stars with your kids.

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Pack a picnic, bring chairs and a blanket, and enjoy a movie under the stars in South Florida.
Pack a picnic, bring chairs and a blanket, and enjoy a movie under the stars in South Florida.

Cheap and Free Outdoor Movies for Families in Miami and South Florida, 2o24

SoundScape Cinema Series

Miami Beach—FREE
Wednesdays through May 29
The City of Miami Beach welcomes the community back for the 14th season of SoundScape Cinema Series. Each film screening is free to the public and does not require a ticket.  READ MORE

ArtsPark Movie Night

Hollywood—FREE
Fridays through May 31
Head to Hollywood for a family movie night at the ArtsPark at Young Circle on Friday evenings. READ MORE

North Miami Movies on The Lawn

North Miami—FREE
Friday, June 7
Join North Miami Parks and Recreation for an outdoor movie night under the stars featuring Disney's Elemental. READ MORE

Movie Splash Down Night at Bass Park

Fort Lauderdale—FREE
Friday, June 14
Visit Bass Park for a splashing good time and screen a blockbuster under the stars. Grab your floats and popcorn: It's Movie Splash Down night at Bass Park. READ MORE

Dive-In Movie in Tamarac

Tamarac
Friday, June 21
Enjoy pre-movie games, arts and crafts and giveaways, then make a splash while watching a movie on the big screen. Games begin at 7:30pm with the movie, Wonka, beginning at 8:30pm. READ MORE

Teens Only: Movie on the Beach

Sunny Isles Beach —FREE
Friday, June 21
Bring your friends, blankets, and beach chairs for a chill evening with chicken wings, popcorn, and more snacks. Spread the word and enjoy a fun night during Movie on the Beach at Samson Oceanfront Park. READ MORE

Movie in the Park in Parkland

Parkland—FREE
Friday, June 21 and Friday, July 19
Pine Trails Park Amphitheatre is transformed into a movie theater with an 18-foot inflatable movie screen and delicious popcorn (limited supplies available). Films begin at 8pm. READ MORE

Dive-In Movie in Pompano Beach

Pompano Beach—FREE
Select Fridays, June-August
Cool off with a dip in the pool while you enjoy a featured flick at this FREE event. Films begin at 8pm. READ MORE

The Loop's Movies by Moonlight

Fort Lauderdale—FREE
Select Fridays, June-August
The LOOP invites the community and its furry companions to the Movies by Moonlight Dog Days of Summer series. Locals and visitors of all ages are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a favorite movie date to the main lawn at Las Olas Oceanside Park. READ MORE

Screen on the Green in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach—FREE
Select Fridays, June-August
The West Palm Beach waterfront transforms into a theater under the stars for family-friendly movies featuring both classic films and newer flicks for you to enjoy. READ MORE

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