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Where to See an Outdoor or Drive-in Movie This August in or Near Westchester

8/2/2021

 
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Fair Oaks Drive-In
Enjoy a relaxing movie under the stars! ​Check out a local movie screening or a Drive-In movie this August in Westchester County. These flicks can be an inexpensive (and in some cases FREE) way to have a fun night with family and friends. Get the theater experience from the privacy of your car or on cozy blanket before the warm summer nights are behind us.

Outdoor Movie Screenings in Westchester County

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Movies on the Lawn at Ridge Hill
Movies on the Green
Wed Aug 11th 8:00pm - Wed 25th 10:30pm
Cross County Center, 
8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers, NY

​Bring your friends and family to The Green, in the center of the Cross County Mall to enjoy summertime movies, free!
  • Wednesday, August 11th: Ferris Bueller's Day Off
  • Wednesday, August 18th: Dirty Dancing
  • Wednesday, August 25th: Jurassic Park 

Movies begin at sundown, around 8pm. Rain dates will be offered. Wearing a mask is recommended for those not vaccinated.
Movies on the Lawn at Ridge Hill
Every Monday through Sep 6th 
Ridge Hill, Yonkers, NY 
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Enjoy an evening under the stars at Ridge Hill's Movies on the Lawn! Every Monday through September 6, bring your chairs and blankets to the South Lawn for family friendly fun. Events are free (no tickets required) and seating is available on a first come basis.

Come early for food trucks, fun and games on Lembo Street, adjacent to the lawn, starting at 7pm. Movies begin at sunset and parking is free!
  • August 2- The Incredibles
  • August 9- Captain Marvel
  • August 16- Guardians of the Galaxy
  • August 23- Wonder Woman
  • August 30- Raya and the Last Dragon
Screenings Under the Stars
Fridays through September 24, Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla, Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson, and Tibbetts Brook Park

Screenings Under the Stars, sponsored by White Plains Hospital, runs at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla, Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson, and new this summer, Tibbetts Brook Park in Yonkers. All movies will be ticketed-admission events, with purchase available online pre-sale only. Tickets are $25 per car and there will be limited capacity following distancing protocols.

All movies will be held on Friday night after dark:
  • Aug. 6 Godzilla vs. Kong (2021) at Kensico Dam Plaza- tickets on sale now
  • Aug. 20 Forrest Gump (1994) at Kensico Dam Plaza
  • Sept. 10 Pixar’s Soul (2020) at Croton Point Park
  • Sept. 24 Disney’s Mulan (2020) at Tibbetts Brook Park
Yorktown Summer Movie Series
Thu Aug 12th 
Jack DeVito Veterans Memorial Track & Field, 208-264 Veterans Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY


Enjoy an outdoor movie picnic style at Veteran's Field. Registration is required in advance.

Drive-In Theaters Near Westchester County

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Warwick Drive-In
Open Daily, 5 Warwick Turnpike, Warwick, NY

​Since 1950, the Warwick Drive-In Theater has been giving movie-goers the ultimate theater experience.  Their theater is one of around 350 drive-in theaters left in the United States. There are three screens that play 6 first-run movies a night. They also sell a wide range of grilled and fried food, soft drinks, candy, and popcorn. Movies are shown rain or shine! About an hour's drive from Westchester. Check their website for showtimes and to reserve tickets.
Four Brothers Drive-in
Shows daily, 4957 NY-22, Amenia, NY 

​This Drive-In is a bit of a drive but you can enjoy way more than just a movie! This outdoor boutique theatre largely showcases family-friendly films along with comedy and drama. Movies are changed every Friday. Arrive early and take advantage of everything the Drive-In has to offer... mini golf, camping, fire pits, playground, arcade and more! Pets welcome. The concession shack operates all day, so there is always staff on site after 11:00am.  Dine on the patio or eat in your car. There is also a food truck! ​Check their website for showtimes and to reserve tickets.
Fair Oaks Drive-In
Fair Oaks Drive-In
365 Bloomingburg Rd, Middletown, NY

About an hour away, you can visit the Fair Oaks Drive-In. This August is primarily live, in-person adult comedy shows. Check their website for showtimes and tickets.
Hyde Park Drive-In
Open daily, 4114 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, NY

This drive-in movie theater has been family owned and operated since 1949. Admission includes two movies. The ticket booth opens one hour before the advertised showtime of the first movie. Movie schedules usually run Friday through Thursday. Food and drinks are available. Typically they are open through  mid-September.  Check their website for showtimes.
Overlook Drive-In
​Open daily, 126 Degarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, NY

Touting the "largest screen in the Tri-State area", the Overlook Drive-In has been family owned and operated since 1955. Admission includes two movies. The ticket booth opens one hour before the advertised showtime of the first movie. Movie schedules usually run Friday through Thursday. Food and drinks are available. Typically they are open through  mid-September. ​Check their website for showtimes.
That sums up the outdoor movie options near Westchester County. Enjoy the beautiful summer nights! For more ideas about things to do, check out our Community Calendar, Outdoor Fun and Indoor Fun pages on our website.

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