Take full advantage of beautiful Michigan summer nights with these free outdoor movie and concert series in and around Detroit.
Movie Nights in The D (Campus Martius)
Enjoy award-winning films on the big screen in the heart of the city through August. New this year, Universal Kids hosts a “Where’s Waldo?” special feature at 7:30 p.m. before all PG movies. Movies start at 8 p.m.
July 6 – A Star is Born (R)
July 13 – Spider Man: Into the Spider – Verse (PG)
July 20 – If Beale Street Could Talk (R)
July 27 – Mary Poppins Returns (PG)
August 3 – The Upside (PG-13)
August 10 – Ralph Breaks the Internet (PG)
August 17 – Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13)
August 24 – Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13)
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Chevrolet Plaza Summer Cinema (Little Caesars Arena)
Chevrolet Plaza at Little Caesars Arena is open for its first Summer Cinema Series, featuring family-friendly movie screenings throughout the summer at The District Detroit. All movies start at 7:30 p.m. Popcorn, soda, and water will be available with family-friendly pricing, as well as an outdoor bar for adults. Mike’s Pizza Bar and Sports & Social Detroit will also be offering 15 percent off food along with great drink specials before and after each screening (dine-in only).
The Detroit Red Wings Experience, presented by Coca-Cola, will be on hand with interactive hockey games for fans in attendance starting at 6:30 p.m. in advance of each screening. Complimentary parking is available in the Henry West Parking Garage (128 West Fisher Freeway).
July 10 – Lego Movie 2
July 31 – Aquaman
Aug 13 – Moana
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New Center Park (Midtown)
New Center Park is a unique green space on the southwest corner of Second Avenue and West Grand Blvd, across from the Fisher Building. The park presents free movie screenings and theatrical performances every year from June-August. No outside food or drink are permitted in the park; New Center Park has a licensed bar and grill for refreshments during events.
Friday Night Movies
July: Doors open at 8:00 p.m. | Films start at 9:00 p.m.
Aug: Doors open at 7:30 p.m. | Films start at 8:30 p.m.
July 5 – Mirai
July 12 – Peter Rabbit
July 19 – Ferdinand
July 26 – Ralph Breaks the Internet
Aug 2 – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Aug 9 – Jumanji: Into the Jungle
Aug 23 – Arctic Table
Aug 30 – Mary Poppins Returns
Theater Performances
Aug 14-18 – Dreamgirls
Performed by The Detroit Actor’s Theatre Company
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the performance begins at 8:00 p.m. for all dates.
Aug 23-25 – Zoo Stories
Performed by Carrie Morris Arts Production (CMAP)
Friday, Aug 23 – 7 p.m.
Saturday, Aug 24 – 4 p.m.
Sunday, Aug 25 – 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
(Doors open 1 hour prior to performance time)
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Night Market at Beacon Park
Night Markets take place every Saturday night from 7 p.m. – midnight through Aug 24. Shop with the best of small businesses in Detroit showcasing handmade jewelry, t-shirts, and much more. Food trucks and a cash bar from Lumen Detroit will be on hand, plus live music from different artists each week.
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City Hall Park (Dearborn)
Located in front of the historic former Dearborn City Hall building (13615 Michigan Ave), the park provides an enjoyable green space in the middle of downtown east Dearborn and is home to several outdoor events.
Movies in the Park
Movies begin after dusk, please plan to arrive at 8:30 p.m. to pick your spot, with the movie to begin as soon as the night sky allows.
July 19 – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Sept 13 – Aquaman
Music in the Park
New this year, Downtown Dearborn is home to a six-week music series every Wednesday June 5-July 10, featuring local musical entertainment including techno, jazz, hip-hop, blues, neo soul, and reggae from 7-9 p.m.
June 5 – Earl Mixxin McKinney
June 12 – Mollywop!
June 19 – Ras Kente
June 26 – The Charlie B Keyz Band, Electric Soul, and Bruce Bailey (until 10 p.m.)
July 10 – Badman Blues
Jazz on the Ave
Enjoy free jazz concerts Wednesday evenings throughout July and August from 7-9 p.m. The line-up includes:
July 17 – Alexander Zonjic & Friends
July 24 – Four80East
July 31 – Dave McMurray
Aug 7 – Jeff Kashiwa
Aug 14 – Urban Jazz Coalition
Aug 21 – Malanie Rutherford
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Friday Nites Music & Food Rallies (Dearborn)
Taking place the fourth Fridays of June, July and August from 5-10 p.m., Friday Nites Music & Foodie Rallies welcomes the entire gang to come out to Wagner park, located off of West Village Drive in Downtown Dearborn between Mason and Monroe. Take in the sights of summertime fun and enjoy the cuisine of local restaurants and food trucks, a craft beer garden, corn hole games, kids’ activities and more. The event is open to the public, and there is free parking available in public lots and decks.
The line-up includes:
June 28 – The Square Pegz
July 26 – Kaleido
Aug 23 – Fun House
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Get Reel Outdoor Movies (Ferndale)
Enjoy an outdoor movie and pre-show activities in Downtown Ferndale for the 8th year running on July 18, Aug 15 and Sept 19. Movies are shown on Vester Street in front of M-Brew (177 Vester) – 1 block north of 9 Mile, east of Woodward.
July 18 – Spider-man: Into the Spider-Verse
Aug 15 – The Goonies
Sept 19 – Beetlejuice
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Movies Under the Stars (Birmingham)
Birmingham’s movie night at Booth Park include complimentary popcorn, ice cream, water, and giveaways (while supplies last), plus a Wahlburgers Food Truck will be on-site for each movie night event. Pre-show entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. followed by the movie at dusk. Booth Park is located on the west side of North Old Woodward, just south of Harmon Street.
July 12 – The Sandlot
Aug 23 – Monsters, Inc.
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Summer in the City Concert Series (Southfield)
Southfield Parks & Rec celebrates summer with its newest outdoor concert series featuring food trucks, games, and music from local acts on the Southfield Municipal Complex front lawn (26000 Evergreen Rd). The event runs from 6-9 p.m. on July 5 and 12, with the music kicking-off at 7 p.m.
July 5 – The Sun Messengers (eight-piece, horn-driven R&B party band)
July 12 – The Rhythm Kings (variety of soul, R&B, Rock, and Motown)
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Gazebo Concert Series (Southfield)
Concerts are scheduled from July 9-Aug 20 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Burgh Historical Park (26060 Berg Road) in Southfield. New this year, mobile recreation program “Recreation on the Move” will be at each Gazebo Concert with games and fun for kids ages 5-13. Free on-site parking is available.
July 9 – Serieux Soul (Motown tribute)
July 16 – Straight Ahead (Jazz, R&B, Funk)
July 23 – Angela Davis (R&B/Soul)
July 30 – Detroit Social Club (Blues, Motown and 60’s Soul classics)
August 6 – Alise King (Soul)
August 13 – 313 Live Experience (Jazzy-fused style influenced by jazz, R&B, and hip-hop)
August 20 – The Groove Council (horn driven R&B with old school Detroit soul sound)
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Movies in the Moonlight (Downtown Rochester)
Movies in the Moonlight is located in the parking lot at the corner of E. Third & Water, one block east of Main. The pre-show starts at 8:30 p.m. and featured movies begin at dusk – approximately 9:15 p.m. Popcorn, candy, hot dogs, and soft drinks are available for purchase at the Meeting House tent and you are welcome to bring your own snacks.
July 13 – The Greatest Showman
July 20 – The Grinch (2018)
July 27 – Raiders of the Lost Ark
Aug 3 – Incredibles 2
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