Movies In The Park – In and Around Jersey City
Are you searching for things to do this weekend? Make plans now and add movies in the parks in Jersey City to your calendar. Here’s a choice for an evening out that is affordable and free, except for packing and getting your food and drinks. What is better than curling up in a blanket and enjoying a movie with the family under the stars?
Many movies in the parks in Jersey City have assisted listening devices and other accommodations available so everyone can enjoy a summer movie under the stars. Additionally, we have a guide on drive-in movie theatres here.
Tips for watching summer Movies In The Parks in Jersey City
- Come Early
- Bring a blanket or a comfortable chair
- Picnics or snacks are welcome at most movies in Jersey City and the surrounding areas in the park.
“Movies in the Park” locations include City Hall Plaza, Hamilton Park, Riverview Park, Bethune Park, Bergen Hill Park, and more.
Check the schedule below for dates, movies, and parks:
Upcoming Movies:
Jersey City Movies In The Park
Jersey City will have a fantastic list of movies that they will show at various locations throughout the city. The movie timings are 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm. Here’s the schedule for the movies.
June 2026 Movies in the Park
June 9: Zootopia at Berry Lane Park
June 11: Minecraft at Bayside Park
June 12: Tron Ares at Leonard Gordon Park
June 16: Wicked for Good at Thomas McGovern Park
June 24: Bad Guys 2 at Audubon Park
June 25: How to Train Your Dragon at Riverview Fisk Park
June 30: Inside Out 2 at Columbia Park
July 2026 Movies in the Park
July 9: Tron Ares at City Hall Park Plaza
July 14: Interstellar at Ercel Webb Park
July 16: Arrival at Pershing Field Park
July 21: Lego Batman at Arlington Park
July 23: Wicked for Good at Bergen Hill Park
July 24: Lilo & Stitch at Boyd McGuiness Park
July 28: Zootopia 2 at Hamilton Park
July 30: Wicked for Good at Triangle Park
July 31: Inside Out 2 at Harsimus Cemetery
August 2026 Movies in the Park
August 3: Tron Ares at Sgt. Anthony Park
August 6: SpongeBob at Village Park
August 7: Wicked for Good at Monticello Playground
Movies Under The Stars: Hoboken
Movies under the Stars will be held in the Summer.
Movies will start at 9 p.m. Bring a picnic basket, blanket, or a low-back chair. On-screen subtitles will be provided upon request. All parks are wheelchair accessible. Schedules are subject to change. Shows may be canceled due to inclement weather. More Details Here. The schedule for 2026 is yet to be released. They are usually screened at the following places –
Pier A Park: 100 Sinatra Drive
Resiliencity Park: 1201 Adams Street
Hudson County Parks Movies
The summer movies by Hudson County Parks are set to begin in July. Please check their Facebook page for rain dates and updates, since this would be weather-dependent.
All screenings start at sunset and provide free admission. Popcorn and refreshments are usually available on site as well. Please check for details on their website.
July 2026 Hudson County Parks Movies
July 7: Lilo & Stitch at Lincoln Park (Jersey City)
July 8: The SpongeBob Movie at Stephen R. Gregg Park (Bayonne)
July 9: Coco at Laurel Hill Park (Secaucus)
July 14: A Minecraft Movie at Mercer Park (Bayonne)
July 16: Cars at West Hudson Park (Kearny)
July 20: Lilo & Stitch (Live Action) at Washington Park (Union City / Jersey City)
July 22: Tangled at J. Braddock Park (North Bergen)
July 23: Zootopia 2 at Columbus Park (Hoboken)
August 2026 Hudson County Parks Movies
August 4: Wicked: For Good (Live Action) at Lincoln Park (Jersey City)
August 6: Beauty and the Beast (Live Action) at Stephen R. Gregg Park (Bayonne)
August 11: Monsters, Inc. at Laurel Hill Park (Secaucus)
August 13: Monsters, Inc. at Mercer Park (Bayonne)
August 17: Encanto at West Hudson Park (Kearny)
August 19: Raya and the Last Dragon at Washington Park (Union City / Jersey City)
August 20: Raya and the Last Dragon at J. Braddock Park (North Bergen)
August 25: Finding Nemo at Columbus Park (Hoboken)
Newport Green Park
All movies will start at dusk (around 8:30 pm) and will be screened in the Oval Garden at Newport Green Park. Be sure to bring a blanket to sit on, as well as any snacks or drinks you would like.
In the event of inclement weather, the movie will be rescheduled. Check their Instagram or your email for any updates.
They have a series of outdoor movie nights in the summer! Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled evening under the stars.
The movie schedule for 2026 has yet to be released.
Check their Instagram for any updates.
Hamilton Park Neighborhood Association
HPNA began hosting movies in the park during the summer of 2026. It continues to be the most popular event that the HPNA hosts.
They have announced the 2026 films and dates! Movies start shortly after sundown.
The first Movie in the Park, on Saturday, June 20, at sundown.
The Hamilton Park Movie Schedule 2026
June 20: Moonstruck
July 18: Remember the Titans
August 15: Moana 2
September 19: The Wild Robot
October 17: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Plenty of summer is left to spend a lovely evening watching a movie at a Jersey City park! A lot is happening in Jersey City this summer. Here are some other activities your family and friends can enjoy. And here are some ways you can beat the heat on a summer day. As fall approaches and schools reopen, there will be fewer opportunities to spend time outdoors. While going to restaurants, cafes, museums, zoos, galleries, libraries, etc. can be year-round, the opportunities to visit farms, waterparks, safaris, summer hiking trails, camping, etc. get limited.
Disclaimer: Please Note Regarding Movies in the Park Event Cancellations
Please be advised that Movies in the Park events in our town are organized by independent event organizers. We recommend contacting the respective organizers directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information in case of a cancellation or rescheduling. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.
Updated May 15, 2026
