Film Screenings & Cinema Events in Boston

Film Marathon: Irish Folklore Trilogy

Sat, 16 May 2026 at 10:30 AM

Harvard Art Museums

Film

Experience a curated film marathon at Harvard Art Museums featuring the Irish Folklore Trilogy. Back-to-back screenings explore myth and storytelling within a museum setting, inviting cinephiles and scholars to an immersive night of Irish cinema.

The Baker’s Dozen

Tue, 19 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Film

Screening of The Baker’s Dozen, a documentary about Boston’s longest-running story, at The Rockwell. A thought-provoking film evening in an intimate venue that highlights local cinema and storytelling.

How To Train Your Dragon – In Concert

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

Symphony Hall

Film

A live orchestra performs the score from the How To Train Your Dragon film in concert at Symphony Hall, Boston. This family-friendly event showcases cinematic music performed live, pairing the dragon adventure with stunning orchestral visuals.

Movie Night - Malcolm X

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 at 4:00 PM

Malcolm X ParkDale Street at Regent Street, Roxbury

Film

Outdoor film night in Boston: a screening of Malcolm X at Malcolm X Park as part of the citywide Parks Movie Night series. Bring a blanket, enjoy a classic Spike Lee film under the stars in Roxbury's green space for free.

Crystal Ballroom Movie Trivia

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 at 3:00 PM

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

Film

Test your film knowledge at Crystal Ballroom Movie Trivia, a lively night of questions spanning cinema classics at the Crystal Ballroom inside Somerville Theatre. Teams compete for bragging rights and prizes in a fun, casual atmosphere inside an iconic Boston-area venue.

Movie Night - Zootopia 2

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 at 4:00 PM

Titus Sparrow Park75 W Rutland Square, Boston

Film

Free outdoor screening of Zootopia 2 at Titus Sparrow Park in Boston. A family-friendly, citywide film night under the night sky as part of the popular park-series. Bring a blanket and enjoy a social evening with neighbors.

Movie Night - The Bad Guys 2

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 at 4:00 PM

Rogers Park30 Rogers Park Ave, Boston

Film

Join a free outdoor screening of The Bad Guys 2 in Boston’s parks as part of the Movie Night in the Parks series. This family-friendly animated film is shown under the night sky at Rogers Park, with a casual, park-friendly vibe.

Movie Night - Superman

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 at 4:00 PM

Marcella Playground260 Highland Street, Boston

Film

Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Superman at Marcella Playground as part of Boston's citywide parks film series. Bring a blanket and watch under the night sky with family and friends.

Movie Night - October Sky

Tue, 4 Aug 2026 at 4:00 PM

Healy Playground160 Florence Street, Boston

Film

Enjoy a free outdoor screening of October Sky as part of Boston's park movie-night series at Healy Playground. This family-friendly event brings neighbors together for cinema under the night sky.

Movie Night - National Treasure

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 4:00 PM

Jamaica Pond Sugar Bowl345 Jamaicaway, Boston

Film

Outdoor film night in Boston featuring National Treasure at Jamaica Pond Sugar Bowl as part of the citywide parks film series. This free screening invites families to enjoy a classic adventure under the night sky in a scenic park setting.

Movie Night - Anaconda

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 at 4:00 PM

Iacono Playground150 Readville Street, Boston

Film

Join a free outdoor screening of Anaconda in Boston’s parks as part of the citywide Movie Night series. At Iacono Playground on Readville Street, bring a blanket for a casual, social evening under the stars in a charming urban park setting.

Movie Night - Elio

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 4:00 PM

East Boston Memorial Park143 Porter Street, East Boston

Film

Join a free outdoor screening of the film Elio at East Boston Memorial Park as part of the city’s park-film series. Enjoy a cinematic evening under the stars in a casual, family-friendly setting—bring blankets, chairs, and snacks for a relaxed community night.

Movie Night - Hamilton

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 4:00 PM

1 City Hall Square, Boston

Film

Join Boston's outdoor movie night as Hamilton screens at City Hall Square on August 27, 2026, at 8:00 PM. This free, family-friendly film under the night sky kicks off a citywide parks series with blankets, snacks, and a casual, community vibe.

Hedwig 25th Anniversary Movie Tour

Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 4:00 PM

Shubert Theatre

Film

Screening of John Cameron Mitchell's Hedwig and the Angry Inch for the Hedwig 25th Anniversary Movie Tour at Boston's Shubert Theatre. A cult-rock musical classic shown on the big screen, spotlighting Mitchell's iconic performances and the show's rebellious energy that still resonates today. A unique evening for theater buffs and cinema lovers alike.

Napoleon Dynamite Live!

Fri, 9 Oct 2026 at 3:30 PM

The Chevalier Theatre

Film

Napoleon Dynamite comes back to the big screen in a live screening at the historic Chevalier Theatre in Medford. Enjoy the quirky, quotable comedy on the big stage with fans, and note that previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new date.

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