When it comes to summer activities, there’s nothing like a free movie. And in Delaware, there are plenty of locations and films to choose from this year.
Here are some public locations across the state where movies will be played at free admission.
Bethany Beach
Bethany Beach is set to put on a wide variety of free movie showings nearly every Monday from June 12 to Sept. 29.
Starting at dusk each night, the films from June to August are shown on the beach, while the final four in September will be displayed on the Bandstand, according to the town of Bethany’s website. All movies are subject to weather and beach conditions.
- June 12: “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” (2022), Rated PG
- June 19: “Spirit Untamed” (2021), Rated PG
- June 26: “Cheaper by the Dozen” (2003), Rated PG
- July 3: “Rumble” (2021), Rated PG
- July 10: “The Lorax” (2012), Rated PG
- July 17: “Hidden Figures” (2017), Rated PG
- July 24: “Midway” (2019), Rated PG-13
- July 31: “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” (2001), Rated PG
- Aug. 7: “Paw Patrol: The Movie” (2021), Rated G
- Aug. 14: “Elvis” (2022), Rated PG-13
- Aug. 21: “Moana” (2016), Rated PG
- Sept. 1: “Top Gun Maverick” (2022), Rated PG-13
- Sept. 15: “Yesterday” (2019), Rated PG-13
- Sept. 22: “Shazam” (2019), Rated PG-13
- Sept. 29: “West Side Story” (2021), Rated PG-13
15 N. Atlantic Ave., Bethany Beach, Delaware
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Dewey Beach
Like Bethany, Dewey puts on movie screenings on Monday nights. These will begin June 19 and will run through Aug. 21. The films will begin playing at 8:30 p.m. on the beach.
All movies are subject to weather and beach conditions.
- June 19: “Recess: School’s Out” (2001), Rated G
- June 26: “Jungle Cruise” (2021), Rated PG-13
- July 3: “National Treasure” (2004), Rated PG
- July 10: “Lightyear” (2022), Rated PG
- July 17: “Back to the Future” (1985), Rated PG
- July 24: “Elf” (2003), Rated PG
- July 31: “DC League of Super-Pets” (2022), Rated PG
- Aug. 7: “Turning Red” (2022), Rated PG
- Aug. 14: “Minions: The Rise of Gru” (2022), Rated PG
- Aug. 21: “Mary Poppins” (1964), Rated G
Dagsworthy Avenue, Dewey Beach, Delaware
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Lincoln
Presented by Courageous Hearts, “Summer Movie Nights at the Barn” in Lincoln will have three showings this summer spread out among June, July and August. All three movies are Disney films and will be shown at 8 p.m.
Registration is encouraged to ensure a spot.
- June 16: “Encanto” (2021), Rated PG
- July 7: “Zootopia” (2016), Rated PG
- Aug. 4: “Up” (2009), Rated PG
8848 September Way, Lincoln, Delaware
Dover
A free movie will be playing on July 1 in Dover as a part of Elan Shari Event Design & Management’s “Hello Summer Backyard Bash.” Although the film’s title has yet to be chosen, the event’s page says the attendees will help decide. The film will be shown at 8:30 p.m. and will conclude the event, which includes food trucks, face painting and lawn games earlier in the day.
The Great Hall, 425 N. Dupont Hwy, Dover, Delaware
Glasgow
Glasgow Baptist Church is offering a free community family movie night in June. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the movie will start playing at 6:30 p.m., according to the event’s page.
- June 16: “Facing the Giants” (2006), Rated G
3021 Old Country Road, Glasgow, Delaware
Delmar
The town of Delmar is putting on a free movie night in June at State Street Park. The event will start at 8 p.m.
- June 16: “The Sandlot” (1993), Rated PG
405 E. State St., Delmar, Delaware
