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Get your lawn chairs, picnic blankets and snacks ready, the Sacramento area has begun outdoor movie showings. Whether you are looking for family-friendly comedies, classic horror films or colorful animation, there is a free outdoor showing that is a perfect fit.
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Here’s what to know:
Movies in Rancho Cordova
In an effort to celebrate American’s 250th birthday, Cordova Community Council is hosting double features every Friday night in June at Village Green Parkway, 3141 Bridgeway Drive in Rancho Cordova. The showings will include food trucks, free admission and “All-American favorites,” according to the Cordova Community Council website.
June 12 – American Adventures
- 5:30 p.m.: “An American Tail”
- 7 p.m.: “Independence Day”
June 19 – American Heroes
- 5:30 p.m.: “Balto”
- 7 p.m.: “Captain America: The First Avenger”
June 26 – Historical Voices
- 5:30 p.m.: “Pocahontas”
- 7 p.m.: “Hamilton”
Movies in Arden Park
Arden Park Recreation and Park District is presenting family friendly movies at Arden Park, 1000 La Sierra Drive in Arden Arcade from summer to early fall. So grab your blankets and enjoy a warm summer night with your family.
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‘How to Train Your Dragon’
- Date: Friday, June 5
- Time: 8:30 p.m.
‘Wicked For Good’
- Date: Friday, August 7
- Time: 8:15 p.m.
‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’
- Date: Friday, Sept. 4
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
‘G.O.A.T.’
- Date: Friday, Oct. 2
- Time: 6:45 p.m.
South Sacramento film series
Take the time to explore south Sacramento parks for the area’s Movies in the Park. These summer events will show family-friendly movies at five different parks in South Sacramento. Prior to each movie there will be activities and crafts for kids.
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‘A Minecraft Movie’
- Date: June 11
- Address: Bowling Green Park, 4125 49th Ave.
‘Bad Guys 2’
- Date: June 23
- Address: Perry Avenue Park, 4551 Perry Ave.
‘Smurfs’
- Date: July 14
- Address: Norman S. Waters Park, 7800 Elsie Ave.
‘Zootopia 2’
- Date: Aug. 6
- Address: Don & Brenda Nottoli Community Park, 9485 Hanfield Drive
Folsom Parks and Recreation Movie Nights
Take the time to explore the city of Folsom at Family Movie Night Under the Stars. This free summer movie series provides fun activities, community and a chance to experience the great city of Folsom.
‘Kicking & Screaming’
- Date: Friday, June 19
- Address: Andy Morin Sports Complex, 66 Clarksville Road
‘Wild Robot’
- Date: Friday, July 17
- Address: Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, 403 Stafford St.
‘Surfs Up’
- Date: Saturday, Aug. 1
- Address: Steve Miklos Aquatic Center, 1200 Riley St.
Barnflix in West Sacramento
Drake’s Brewing, 985 Riverfront St. in West Sacramento is hosting a movie series this summer on Wednesday nights. Enjoy movies under the stars wrapped in the warm summer nights.
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‘Zootopia 2’
- Date: July 1
- Time: 8:40 p.m.
‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’
- Date: Aug. 5
- Time: 8:25 p.m.
‘The Devil Wears Prada’
- Date: Sept. 2
- Time: 7:50 p.m.
‘Hocus Pocus’
- Date: Oct. 7
- Time: 7:00 p.m.