No one knows how to appreciate summer quite as much as Minnesotans. After all, many of us spent all winter cooped up, so why not enjoy the season to the fullest with a film at a Minneapolis park? We’re here to help you with ideas to pack for your best outdoor movie night yet.
Film and Outdoor Enthusiasts, Unite!
June 2, 2026
Make Your Own Popcorn Mix
Turn a movie-going staple into something all your own. Start with Angie’s BOOMCHICKAPOP popcorn and shake things up with toppings and seasonings from Bulk, like Frontier Co-op’s garlic powder, onion powder, nutritional yeast, or zesty ranch. Wanting to add a little kick to your corn? Shega Foods’ Berbere, a bold, smoky, and spicy Ethiopian blend of herbs and spices that you can also find in Bulk, is sure to crank your popcorn up a notch.
Grab & Go to Share
Make your movie outing effortless with ready-made options from the Deli. Dolmades, or stuffed grape leaves, and our Garlic Lovers Pasta are savory and available in larger containers for sharing. Or, if you’re craving something sweet, we’re going to make you an offer you can’t refuse. Swing by the baked goods cooler for treats like our Vegan Oatmeal Cookie Sandwich or a pair of Cream Puffs. They’re all portable and shareable, with no prep required on your part.
Seward-Made Drinks from the Juice Bar
Grab a drink that’ll have your friends saying, “I’ll have what they’re having.” The Avo Omega blends avocado, blueberries, banana, soy milk, flaxseed oil, spirulina, and honey into a creamy, nutrient-packed sip. Or keep it light and bubbly with the Sparkling Hibiscus Agua Fresca, made with tangy house-made hibiscus syrup, earthy cinnamon, and a kiss of spicy ginger mixed with sparkling water.
Don’t Forget the Bug Spray!
Because the only thing that should bug you at an outdoor movie is wondering what happens next. Make sure Badger Bug Spray gets packed into your bag. Its effective, DEET-free formula relies on citronella, cedarwood, and lemongrass essential oils to keep the bugs at bay without the harsh chemicals.
Throughout the summer on Wednesdays around 9 p.m., the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board brings Movies in the Park to The Commons (425 Portland Ave. S.) in downtown Minneapolis. Get there early to claim your spot on the lawn before sunset and enjoy a movie under the stars with your friends or family. Note that all movies begin at dusk, so start times vary.
JUNE
Grease Sing-Along
Wednesday, June 3
The Fifth Element
Wednesday, June 10
Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure
Wednesday, June 17
JULY
Hamilton Sing-Along
Wednesday, July 1
F1
Wednesday, July 8
The Greatest Showman
Wednesday, July 15
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
Wednesday, July 22
Nacho Libre
Wednesday, July 29
AUGUST
Men in Black
Wednesday, August 5
Four Samosas
Wednesday, August 12
Wayne’s World
Wednesday, August 19
Little Giants
Wednesday, August 26
The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board also hosts free outdoor movies at other parks across the city all season long. For more upcoming summer events, visit the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board’s website, or check out our Events & Classes webpage.