Movies Under the Moon

Next date: Friday, June 12, 2026 | 08:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Movies Under the Moon logo with yellow crescent moon

Join us for a family-friendly movie under the stars at one of our beautiful parks! Be sure to bring your own blankets, chairs, and favorite movie snacks!

Movies Under the Moon takes place on the second Friday of the month from June-September at various City of Fairfax parks. The movie will begin as early as 8 p.m. or when it's dark enough outside to see the inflatable screen. Movies may have a flexible start time during the summer months when the sun sets later in the evenings!

Check out our featured movies:

June 12 - Pat Rodio Park

Location:

Pat Rodio Park - 3800 Keith Ave.

Featured Movie:

"Zootopia"

In the vibrant city of Zootopia, animals of all kinds live together—and anyone can be anything. Determined rookie officer Judy Hopps, the first bunny on the police force, teams up with clever fox Nick Wilde to solve a mysterious case that could change the city forever.

Packed with humor, heart, and a powerful message about believing in yourself, "Zootopia" is a fun-filled adventure the whole family will love!

July 10 - Providence Park

Location:

Providence Park - 10715 West Dr.

Featured Movie:

"The Lego Movie"

Step into a colorful, fast-paced world built entirely out of LEGO bricks! Meet Emmet, an ordinary, rule-following LEGO figure who's mistakenly identified as the "Special" Master Builder destined to save the universe. Alongside a quirky team of heroes—including Wyldstyle, Batman, and Vitruvius—Emmet sets off on a hilarious, action-packed adventure to stop the evil Lord Business from gluing the world together forever.

Packed with clever jokes, nonstop action, and heart, "The LEGO Movie" proves that creativity and teamwork can turn anyone into a hero. Get ready to laugh, cheer, and shout, "Everything is awesome!"

August 14 - Ratcliffe Park

Location:

Ratcliffe Park - 10300 Sager Ave.

Featured Movie:

"Honey, I Shrunk the Kids"

When inventor Wayne Szalinski accidentally shrinks his kids—and a couple of neighborhood teens—to the size of insects, the backyard becomes a giant jungle full of perilous plants, buzzing bees, and crawling critters. With courage, cleverness, and a bit of luck, the tiny kids must navigate this enormous world to make it back home safely.

A fun, thrilling, and heartwarming adventure, "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" shows that even the smallest heroes can have the biggest adventures!

September 11 - Kutner Park

Location:

Kutner Park - 3901 Jermantown Rd.

Featured Movie:

"The Secret Life of Pets"

Ever wonder what your pets get up to when you leave the house? In New York City, Max the dog enjoys a cozy life—until his owner brings home a giant new dog, Duke, and chaos erupts! Together, along with a hilarious gang of city animals, they embark on a wild adventure filled with mischief, friendship, and a few narrowly avoided disasters.

Funny, heartwarming, and full of lovable characters, "The Secret Life of Pets" is a paws-itively entertaining ride for the whole family.

When

  • Friday, June 12, 2026 | 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday, July 10, 2026 | 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday, August 14, 2026 | 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday, September 11, 2026 | 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Location

Movies Under the Moon will be at a new park location each month! Please click the month you're interested in attending for more information on the location specifics.

Fairfax, VA, 22030

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