CLEVELAND — Drive-in movies reached their heyday in the 1950s and 60s. In fact, people still rush to catch a flick in the comfort of their own cars.
Over recent years, however, a new trend has been picking up steam during summertime: Outdoor movies.
These are not drive-ins. These movies are shown over huge projector screens at parks, outdoor malls, recreations centers and community centers.
Think of it as an outdoor picnic movie party! Bring a huge blanket and maybe some pillows, too, your favorite snacks or meal, and ... don't forget bug spray!
Interested in seeing an outdoor flick? Check out some great spots around town that are showing movies for the rest of the summer.
Beachwood Community Center
What:
"Addams Family 2" showing. Metropolis Popcorn Truck available on property with dozens of flavors!
Where:
Beachwood Community Center Parking Lot, 25325 Fairmount Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122
When:
Sunday, July 24th, 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
More information and show times, HERE.
North Coast Harbor
What:
Christmas in July. Food trucks, live entertainment, crafts for kids, lawn games, face painting, magic tricks, lighted boat show! "Elf" will be shown at 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Voinovich Bicentennial Park, 800 E. 9th St., Cleveland, OH 44114
When:
Saturday, July 23rd, 1 p.m.-8 p.m.
For more information, click HERE.
Lakewood Park
What:
"Encanto" showing. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Movie will be shown at Lakewood Park Bandstand.
Where:
14532 Lake Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107
When:
Friday, July 22, from 9 p.m.-11 p.m.
For more information and show times, click HERE.
Crocker Park
What:
Movies in the park. "Elf" this Thursday, July 21st.
Where:
Market Square Lawn, 239 Market St., Westlake, OH 44145
When:
Every Thursday (through Labor Day) at dusk, or around 9 p.m.
For more information, show times, click HERE.
Geauga Park District
What:
Movie Night: "Jurassic Park"
Where:
Observatory Park, 10610 Clay St., Montville, OH 44064
When:
Saturday, July 23, from 8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
For more information, show times, click HERE.
Mentor Lagoons
What:
"The Meg" showing. Bring blankets and lawn chairs.
Where:
Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve & Marina, 8365 Harbor Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
When:
Saturday, August 6, from 8:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
For more information, click HERE.
Editor's Note: The below video is from an unrelated report on Mar 20, 2021.
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