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FREE Outdoor Summer Movies in Omaha 2025

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Find fun Free Outdoor movies under the stars this Summer in the Omaha Area!

Free Outdoor Movies in the Omaha Area

39 events found.
Today

July 2025

Wed 2
July 2 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Interactive Movie: Inside Out 2

Charles B. Washington Branch 2868 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL for a fun-filled afternoon watching the Inside Out 2! It will be an interactive experience with activities during the movie. Families may bring blankets, pillows, and food with the expectation that each family will clean up their mess. Registration is required

Free [REGISTER]
Thu 3
July 3 @ 9:00 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: Independence Day

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Fri 4
July 4 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: Save the World Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

Save the World Night. Step into an exhilarating escapade where we unite to thwart an alien threat on the event lawn. A quirky band of aviators takes to the skies in a desperate race to defend our planet. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Sat 5
July 5 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: Fantasy Adventure Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

Fantasy Adventure Night. A swashbuckling farmhand makes new friends in order to save his true love from a dastardly prince. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Mon 7
July 7 @ 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Bennington Summer Movie Mondays: Coco

Bennington Public Library 11401 N 156th St, Bennington, United States

Summer Movie Mondays at Bennington Library

Free
Thu 10
July 10 @ 9:00 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: The Goonies

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Fri 11
July 11 @ 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Friday Night Movies in Turner Park: Wicked

Turner Park 3110 Farnam St, Omaha, NE

Friday Night Movies in Turner Park. Park Opens at 5:00pm, Movie Rolls at Dusk. Friday, June 20, showing: GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY. Friday, July 11, showing: WICKED.

Free
Fri 11
July 11 @ 8:30 PM

Moonlight Movies – Captain America: Brave New World

La Vista Public Library 9110 Giles Road , La Vista

The second Friday of June and July for a free outdoor movie on the big screen. Blankets, chairs and picnics are encouraged. Movie Starts at Dusk.

Free
Sat 12
July 12 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: 80’s Movie Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

80's Movie Night. Dinosaurs make a grand comeback to the park, shaking the event lawn with their thunderous roars! This serves as a crucial reminder to avoid wandering around the park during a rainstorm, as you might cross paths with a venomous dinosaur that could leave you blinded. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Sat 12
July 12 @ 8:00 PM

Flix at the Chef: The Sandlot

Dairy Chef 3223 N 204th St, Elkhorn , NE, United States

Free outdoor movies behind The Dairy Chef in Elkhorn. Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on
Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.

Free
Mon 14
July 14 @ 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Bennington Summer Movie Mondays: If

Bennington Public Library 11401 N 156th St, Bennington, United States

Summer Movie Mondays at Bennington Library

Free
Tue 15
July 15 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Interactive Movie: Inside Out 2

W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL for a fun-filled afternoon watching the Inside Out 2! It will be an interactive experience with activities during the movie. Families may bring blankets, pillows, and food with the expectation that each family will clean up their mess. Registration is required

Free [REGISTER]
Thu 17
July 17 @ 9:00 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: The Incredibles

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Mon 21
July 21 @ 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Bennington Summer Movie Mondays: Raya and the Last Dragon

Bennington Public Library 11401 N 156th St, Bennington, United States

Summer Movie Mondays at Bennington Library

Free
Thu 24
July 24 @ 8:50 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Sat 26
July 26 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Interactive Movie: Inside Out 2

Milton R. Abrahams Branch 5111 N 90th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Join OPL for a fun-filled afternoon watching the Inside Out 2! It will be an interactive experience with activities during the movie. Families may bring blankets, pillows, and food with the expectation that each family will clean up their mess. This is a free event for all ages.

Free
Sat 26
July 26 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: Superhero Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

Superhero Night. Upon his father's demise, a new king is installed, yet he is confronted by an adversary determined to overhaul the customs and values of their people. They both seek guidance from their ancestors in an effort determine what is the correct path. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Mon 28
July 28 @ 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Bennington Summer Movie Mondays: Trolls 3

Bennington Public Library 11401 N 156th St, Bennington, United States

Summer Movie Mondays at Bennington Library

Free
Thu 31
July 31 @ 2:00 PM

A Turtle’s Tale Movie Showing at La Vista Public Library

La Vista Public Library 9110 Giles Road , La Vista

All Ages. A Turtle's Tale Movie Showing. Popcorn provided!

Free
Thu 31
July 31 @ 8:45 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: Up

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free

August 2025

Fri 1
August 1 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday Night Flicks: Inside Out 2

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Friday Night Flicks is back at Gene Leahy Mall! This weeks movie is Inside Out 2! Come early to get a good spot at the Downtown Green and enjoy food trucks, free activities, and the park amenities. The movie will begin at dusk!

Free
Fri 1
August 1 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: Luau Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

Luau Night. We invite you to a festive BBQ on the event lawn prior to the movie screening! For the film, enjoy the hilarious escapades of two orphaned sisters who welcome a quirky "dog" that disrupts their lives and turns their house into a whirlwind of chaos. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Sat 2
August 2 @ 7:30 PM

SumTur Concert and a Movie: Blues Ed & Inside Out 2

Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 South 108th Street, Papillion, NE, United States

Gates open at 7:30pm.  Free Concert from Blues Ed at 8:00pm followed by Inside Out 2 at Sunset

Free
Thu 7
August 7 @ 8:35 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: Cars

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Fri 8
August 8 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday Night Flicks: Moana 2

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Friday Night Flicks is back at=Gene Leahy Mall! This weeks movie is Moana 2!  Come early to get a good spot on our Downtown Green and enjoy food trucks, free activities, and the park amenities. The movie will begin at dusk! 

Free
Sat 9
August 9 @ 7:30 PM

SumTur Concert and a Movie: Opening Band & Mufasa: The Lion King

Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 South 108th Street, Papillion, NE, United States

Gates open at 7:30pm.  Preshow at 8:00pm followed by Mufasa: The Lion King at Sunset

Free
Sat 9
August 9 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: Trolls Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

Trolls night. Set in the Victorian era, this film follows a community of underground inhabitants who venture out at night to scavenge discarded items from the surface, transforming them into practical inventions, including their attire. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Sat 9
August 9 @ 8:00 PM

Flix at the Chef: Scoob!

Dairy Chef 3223 N 204th St, Elkhorn , NE, United States

Free outdoor movies behind The Dairy Chef in Elkhorn. Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on
Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.

Free
Thu 14
August 14 @ 8:30 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: Mrs. Doubtfire

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Fri 15
August 15 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday Night Flicks: Despicable Me 4

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Friday Night Flicks is back at=Gene Leahy Mall! This weeks movie is Despicable Me 4!  Come early to get a good spot on our Downtown Green and enjoy food trucks, free activities, and the park amenities. The movie will begin at dusk! 

Free
Sat 16
August 16 @ 7:30 PM

SumTur Free Family Date Night: The String Beans and The Goonies

Sumtur Amphitheater 11691 South 108th Street, Papillion, NE, United States

Gates open at 7:00pm.  Free Concert from The String Beans at 7:30pm followed by The Goonies at Sundown

Free
Sat 16
August 16 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: RAWR

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

RAWR! Dinosaurs make a grand comeback to the park, shaking the event lawn with their thunderous roars! This serves as a crucial reminder to avoid wandering around the park during a rainstorm, as you might cross paths with a venomous dinosaur that could leave you blinded. Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Thu 21
August 21 @ 8:15 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: Office Space

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Fri 22
August 22 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday Night Flicks: A Minecraft Movie

Gene Leahy Mall 14th & Farnam, Omaha, NE, United States

Friday Night Flicks is back at=Gene Leahy Mall! This weeks movie is A Minecraft Movie!  Come early to get a good spot on our Downtown Green and enjoy food trucks, free activities, and the park amenities. The movie will begin at dusk! 

Free
Thu 28
August 28 @ 8:05 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: The Godfather

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Fri 29
August 29 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: Twins Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

Twins night. Imagine going to summer camp only to discover you have a twin! Naturally, you decide to swap places with them to experience their world. But what chaos ensues when your parents arrive to bring you back to your own life? Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free
Sat 30
August 30 @ 8:00 PM

Elkhorn Shores Movies Under The Stars: Restoration Car Show Night

Elkhorn Shores 233rd & West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE

Restoration Car Show Night.  Come out with your family and experience our car show, featuring a collection of fascinating and fun vehicles from the area. Discover a range of four-wheeled machines that might leave you asking: is that patina or simply rust? Bring your favorites chairs, snacks, and beverages for a fun evening. Gates 8pm Movie 9pm

Free

September 2025

Thu 4
September 4 @ 8:00 PM

Classics With a Cause Series: Better Off Dead

Quasar Drive-In Theater 13427 N. 300th St, Valley, NE

Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support. This is a great way for your organization to educate and interact with an eager audience. Solicitation of free-will donations or mission-specific item donations can be part of pre-event, advertising co-op.

Free
Sat 13
September 13 @ 8:00 PM

Flix at the Chef: The Greatest Showman

Dairy Chef 3223 N 204th St, Elkhorn , NE, United States

Free outdoor movies behind The Dairy Chef in Elkhorn. Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on
Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.

Free
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May 18th – SumTur Free Family Day Night: Concert and a Movie – 7:30-10:15pm – FREE

  • Gates open at 7:00pm.  Free Concert from The String Beans at 7:30pm followed by The Princess Bride at Sundown
  • Location: SumTur Amphitheater – 11691 S. 108th St., Papillion, NE

Free Movies at Sumtur Amphitheater – June 1st & 8th, July 15th & 27th, Aug 3rd

  • Enjoy a movie under the stars at Sumtur Amphitheater!  See schedule here
    • June 1st – The Little Mermaid
    • June 8th – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
    • June 15th – Elemental
    • July 27th – The Haunted Mansion
    • Aug 3rd – Kung Fu Panda 4

Friday Night Flicks at Gene Leahy Mall – 8:00-10:00pm – June 21st, July 19th, Aug 23rd

  • Friday Night Flicks is back at the Gene Leahy Mall! Come early to get a good spot on the Downtown Green and enjoy food trucks, free activities, and the park amenities.
    • June 21st – Field of Dreams
    • July 19th – Barbie
    • Aug 23rd – Wish

La Vista Moonlight Movies – June 14th & July 12th at Dusk

  • Join La Vista Public Library outdoors for free movies on the big screen. Blankets, chairs, and picnics are encouraged. Supporting community partner Alamo Drafthouse Cinema will provide prizes for raffle drawings before each show.
    • June 14th: Wonka
    • July 12th: Elemental
  • Location: La Vista Public Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 

    Quasar Drive-In Theater: Classics With a Cause – May 30th-Oct 31st

    • Each week, Quasar pairs up a local business with a local charitable cause, to present a “Classic” retro title for a “Free-to-the-Public ” event to raise awareness and support.  Tickets are not needed to attend Classics With a Cause on Thursdays. Donations are appreciated.
      • Aug 29th – The Karate Kid
      • Sept 5th – Corvette Summer
      • Sept 12th – Forrest Gump
      • Sept 19th – Happy Gilmore
      • Sept 26th – The Blues Brothers
      • Oct 3rd – Christine
      • Oct 10th – The Shining
      • Oct 17th – Harry and the Hendersons
      • Oct 24th – Maximum Overdrive
      • Nov 7th – The Hollywood Knights

    Aug 31st – Summer Saturdays at the Bosque – 5:00pm (Movie at Sunset) – FREE

    • Brighten your summer evenings every Saturday in August at Heartwood Park!  Gather your family and friends for a vibrant night out featuring food trucks, games, and live entertainment. As the sun sets, settle in for an outdoor movie screening under the stars.
      • Aug 31st – Elf
    • Location: Heartwood Park at The Bosque – 301 N 145th St, Omaha, NE

    Sept 14th – Flix at the Chef – FREE

    • Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets or chairs to sit on. Parking is FREE.
    • You may bring your own food and beverages. (Alcohol is not allowed.) Food, drinks, and ice cream for sale at Dairy Chef.
      • September 14th – IF
    • Location: Behind the Dairy Chef, 3223 N. 204th St., Elkhorn, NE

    Sept 28th – Moonlight Movie – Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire – 5:00-9:00pm – FREE

    • Join us outdoors for a free fall film on the big screen where we will help celebrate 40 years of Ghostbusters and the newest franchise release!  Before the movie, visit us at The Nines Plaza (adjacent to The Astro Amphitheater) for a ghostly good time as Nebraska’s version of an ectomobile will be on display alongside movie characters in costume. Don’t be afraid of no ghost, dress in your best costume and snap photos with our large selfie frame. Come hungry! The Astro’s concessions will be open inside the gates. The first 100 arrivals will receive a free small kettle corn from the City’s welcome booth.
    • Location: Astro Amphitheater – 8302 City Centre Dr, La Vista, NE 68128

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