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Where to Watch Outdoor Movies This Summer

Sarah Price — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 12:00:00 +0000

By projecting movies on buildings or piers, Baltimore has developed a summer tradition of hosting movies in the fresh air. While the city continues to add to the history of free summer movies, there is a new celebration going on this season.

Eddie’s of Roland Park will show Wallace and Gromit and Jaws outside of its Charles Street and Roland Ave. locations to celebrate the store’s 75th anniversary. Founded in 1944 by the late Victor Cohen, the store has become beloved for its specialty food and locally inspired sandwiches. Still family owned, it is now led by second- and third-generation family members.

“Chances are, if you’re a fan of Eddie’s of Roland Park, you’re also a fan of food,” says marketing director Jared Earley. “So it’s not a far leap to assume we can all identify with the cheese-obsessed Wallace and Gromit, or the insatiable appetite of a monstrously ‘hangry’ fish.”

But that’s just one of many movie series gracing the walls and screens of Baltimore institutions this summer. Mark your calendar for these film fanatic events.

Eddie’s of Roland Park Celebrates 75 Years: Bring a chair or blanket and head to Eddie’s of Roland Park for a free neighborhood screening of films. At dusk, the independent grocer will encourage the community to join them in celebration of its 75th anniversary. Store hours will be extended and refreshments will be available for purchase inside. Free. July 17-18, July 24-25.

Mt. Vernon Movies: The picturesque Mount Vernon Place is the ideal backdrop to escape into cinema. First up is the wildly popular Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, followed next month by the Hitchcock classic Rear Window, and concluding with favorite fantasy film Labyrinth. As an added bonus, MVP will offer free popcorn. Free. June 27, July 26, August 22, 7:30-11 p.m.

Federal Hill Flicks: Visit The American Visionary Art Museum for Flicks from the Hill, which projects outdoor movies every Thursday night during July and August. The Hughes Family Outdoor Theater puts on a show with a 30-foot screen that you have to see from the massive hill to believe. Come early for free admission to the museum before the main feature at 9 p.m., which this year includes family favorites Coraline and Mrs. Doubtfire. Free. July-August, 9 p.m.

The Wine Bin Screenings: Wine Wednesdays have been moved to Saturdays. Join the Wine Bin for a sip and a flick June through September. Every Saturday, the outdoor movie series opens up parking 90 minutes before the show for drive-in style viewing. After that fills up, there is still plenty of room for to set up camping chairs and blankets. This summer is filled with a wide range of films including A Star Is Born and Beauty And The Beast. Free. June-September, 9 p.m.

Fells Point Films: Another year of films on the pier starts up on July 10 with a showing of a childhood classic—The Princess Bride. Bring your own chairs, wine, and food to turn this event into a romantic date or a night out with friends. Take part in this weekly, Wednesday event through August and enjoy other movies like Oceans 8 or Captain Marvel. Free. July 10-August 28, 8:30 p.m.

Lakefront Summer Shows: What better setting for an outdoor event than Columbia’s idyllic Lake Kittamaqundi. Check out a different movie every Monday and Friday this summer, including Disney’s Tangled and the Avengers blockbusters. Free. Through September 7, 8:30 p.m.

Bel Air Airings: Join The Bel Air Downtown Alliance for fun, film, and—now—food. For the first time, summer movie nights include Bel Air’s only food truck rally. Try some local fare from the trucks parked along Lee Street from 5-8 p.m. Six times a year, the community comes together to watch family-friendly movies like Incredibles 2 and Trolls under the stars. These movies are not only free, but also come with popcorn and face painting. Free. June-August, Sunset.

Moonlight Movie Series: Spend time with the whole family this summer in the parking lot of the Shops at Kenilworth. Every other Monday from June 24-August 19, enjoy a movie playing at sunset in the open air, including animated features like Minions, Zootopia, and Inside Out. Free. Sunset.

Merriweather Movie Nights: Normally, you would catch your favorite band at Merriweather Post Pavilion, but now you can enjoy the lawn throughout the summer with its movie nights in Columbia. After kicking off the series in May with a Sound of Music sing-a-long, the next showing is Smallfoot on July 7. The film will be screened on the lawn, so grab a blanket and friends to join the fun. In the event of rain, the movie will be screened inside the pavilion. $10. May 25, July 7, August 16, 5:30-8 p.m.

Pics in the Park: Join the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore for feature film night, on select Saturdays in June through August on the lawn in downtown’s Center Plaza. Movies begin at sunset, but exact start times will be posted on the event’s Facebook page on movie nights. The plaza is bike-, stroller-, and pet-friendly and movie-goers are encouraged to bring a picnic, lawn chairs, and blankets. Free. Times vary.

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The Launch: July 2017

Jess Mayhugh — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 08:30:00 +0000

Fluid Movement
July 29-Aug. 6. July 29-30: Druid Hill Park, 800 Wyman Park Dr. Aug. 4-6: Patterson Park, 148 S. Linwood Ave. Fri.-Sun. Times & prices vary. One of the city’s most weirdly wonderful summer events is the Fluid Movement water ballet. This summer, the avant-garde group delves into the 16th-century Renaissance as aquatic ballerinas re-imagine Shakespearean classics such as Hamlet, Macbeth, The Tempest, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Expect loads of glitter and good times as the local troupe fuses Old English prose with Baltimore swimming pools.

Flicks From The Hill
July 6-Aug. 24. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Thu. 5-9 p.m. Free. 410-244-1900. Baltimore is home to a hoard of outdoor movie options throughout the summer, but for our money, you can’t top AVAM’s Flicks From the Hill. Perched atop Federal Hill with a sweeping view of the city skyline, it’s the place to be on warm Thursday nights, as the art museum projects big-name blockbusters, cult classics, and family favorites onto a 30-foot screen. Spread out a blanket, unpack your picnic, and best of all, enjoy free museum admission during each and every show.

Little Italy Open Air Film Festival
July 7-Aug 25. High and Stiles streets. Fri. 7 p.m. Free. 410-558-0022. Every Friday night through August, set up some lawn chairs, grab some free popcorn, and bring friends to watch open-air flicks projected onto the outside wall of Ciao Bella. This year, catch classics like Moonstruck, Grease, Rocky, The Godfather I and II, and, of course, Cinema Paradiso.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream
July 7-23. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 4 p.m. Free-$20. 410-662-9455. One of Shakespeare’s most popular plays will certainly feel like a summer dream in the grassy meadow at the historic Evergreen Museum. In this magical setting, join the Baltimore Shakespeare Factory for a mischievous, laugh-filled love story.

David Blaine
July 8. Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, 12 N. Eutaw St. 8 p.m. $74.50-127. 410-837-7400. Known more for death-defying illusion than rabbits and top hats, magician, illusionist, and stunt artist David Blaine promises to mesmerize a packed house during his first-ever North American tour. For one night only, let down your guard and prepare to be wowed.

Merriweather 50th Anniversary Concert
July 15. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 6 p.m. $55-125. 410-715-5550. It’s been 50 years since Merriweather, arguably Maryland’s best music venue, opened in the Columbia woods. To celebrate its half-century, the iconic stage is in the midst of a major summer lineup—from Jack Johnson and John Legend to Paul Simon and Santana—and now it’s about to kick off a four-act anniversary concert of epic proportions. In one night, hear fiery singer Grace Potter, eccentric songwriter Father John Misty, and two legendary headliners, the ever-gentle Jackson Browne and the pot-smoking country poet Willie Nelson, with his family band.

Baltimore Caribbean Carnival
July 15-16. Clifton Park, 2701 St. Lo Dr. Sat. 12-10 p.m., Sun. 12-9 p.m. Free. Take a trip to a Caribbean island this summer without even leaving Baltimore. During this weekend-long celebration of paradise in Clifton Park, soak up the sounds of steel drums, dig into endless authentic eats, and see the colorful costumes at the lively parade.

Artscape 2017
July 21-23. Mount Royal Avenue & Cathedral Street. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Free. 410-752-8632. The long stretch of iconic art cars, outdoor concerts, and local food vendors will once again take over the heart of Baltimore. Embrace all the youthful excitement that comes with the tradition of summer camp with this year’s theme.

Zoo Bop Kids Music Festival
July 29. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, 1876 Mansion House Dr. 12-4 p.m. Free-$25. 410-396-7102. Finally, kids have a music festival to call their own. The Zoo Bop outdoor concert will feature two kid-approved artists—Baltimore’s own Baby Beats and Latin Grammy winner 123 Andrés, pictured. When the kiddos aren’t grooving to the tunes, they can visit activity tables and food trucks, and partake in all-day admission to view the zoo’s own young ones, like Willow, the baby giraffe.

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Weekend Lineup: August 14-16

Lydia Woolever — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 14:57:07 +0000

Five things to eat, drink, see, hear, and do with your Charm City weekend.

EAT

August 15: Shop & Eat on Charles Street

Lot across from The Charles Theatre, 1706 N. Charles St. 3-8 p.m. facebook.com.

As Broadway
is to Manhattan, Charles Street is to Station North. It’s a great street,
stirred by the quiet pulse of little eateries, the warm glow of the Chesapeake
and Charles Theatre marquees, the colorful murals and people, and of course,
the epic jukebox at one and only Club Charles. On Saturday, spend the afternoon
exploring it, with special eats and drinks from local haunts like BAMF Café, Banh Trang, Liam Flynn’s Ale House, Pen & Quill, and Tapas Teatro, plus shopping from vendors with vintage goods from Strongbox and
Spoiled Rotten, artist wares from RAD Boutique and Bohemian Sass, and ethereal
collage artworks by Beth Hoeckel. End the night with a shot of whiskey and
Miller High Life behind the neon cocktail sign at Club Chuck, or a late-night
dance and concert at The Crown.

DRINK

August 15: Local Brews Local Grooves

The Fillmore Silver Spring, 8656 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. General admission, 4 p.m., VIP, 3 p.m. $10-60. 301-960-9999. fillmoresilverspring.com.

’Tis the season for drinking beer, and there’s no better way to do that than pairing local brews with live music. At the beautiful, big-name venue in Silver Spring, celebrate the region’s best with Washington City Paper and DC 101’s craft beer music festival. Sip on more than 50 beers from 18+ breweries, include locals like The Brewer’s Art, Flying Dog, Jailbreak, Heavy Seas, and Union Craft, plus beloved out-of-towners DC Brau and Brooklyn Brewery. All the while, dig on tunes by four bands and three DJs, with new wave cover band Blatant Eighties, funk and soul outfit Jimi Smooth & Hittime Band, yacht rockers The Regal Beagles, and Dewey darlings Kristen and the Noise, plus necessary noshes like pretzel-bun brats, tacos, and tots. Just make sure you drive home safe; use the Uber promo code: LBLG2015.

SEE

August 14: Union Craft Brewing Outdoor Movie Series

Union Craft Brewing, 1700 Union Ave. Taproom opens at 5 p.m. Movie starts at dark. Free admission. 410-467-0290. unioncraftbrewing.com.

Cue Huey Lewis & The News and “Power of Love”—where we’re going, we don’t need roads. Instead, grab a beau, blanket, and chair, and post up in the parking lot at Union Craft Brewing. On Friday, the brewery is back with its annual summer movie nights and a brand new theme, Sequel Fest 2. The taproom will be flowing all night, food will be provided by Alewife Baltimore, and the beloved Back to the Future II will be on the big screen. The 1989 classic follows Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) in that rad, red jacket and Dr. Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd) with his wiry white hair and lab coat for another time-travel adventure. This time, the DeLorean’s flux capacitor’s set on our modern day: 2015. If only we really had hover boards.

HEAR

August 15: California Love Dance Party

Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free. 410-662-0069. theottobar.com.

You know the
age-old trope—California knows how to party—and this Saturday, you can too,
Oakland-to-L.A. style, on the dance floor of the Ottobar. In celebration of the
highly acclaimed new N.W.A. movie Straight
Outta Compton, DJ Mills will be spinning classic West Coast hip-hop, rap,
and funk into the wee hours of the night. From Tupac and Snoop Dogg to Warren G
and Dr. Dre, hear all of your favorite throwbacks. Throw on your snapback, tie
up some comfy kicks, sip on gin-n-juice specials, and for one night only, live
the motto: West Coast, Best Coast. We’d like to put in an early request for
East Oakland’s “93 ’Til Infinity.”

DO

August 15: Hot August Music Festival

Oregon Ridge Park, 13401 Beaver Damn Rd., Cockeysville. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $69. 877-321-FEST. hotaugustmusicfestival.com.

There’s nothing better than a little Americana music outside in the warm, sticky air. Spend your Saturday doing just that at the 23rd annual Hot August Music Festival. This year, there will be 13 bands taking over the grassy knolls and wooded hills of Oregon Ridge Park, ranging from funky, feel-good soul to downhome, backwoods blues. Hear stomping Southern rockers Shakey Graves (“Dearly Departed”), finger-pickin’ bluegrass boys The Infamous Stringdusters (“Where The River Runs Cold”), local psych-funk outfit Pigeons Playing Ping Pong (“F.U.”), and new Nickel Creek quintet Punch Brothers (“Rye Whiskey”). Of course, don’t miss the headliner eliciting a million college flashbacks, the iconic 1990s rock band Counting Crows. Lay down a blanket, watch the kids hula hoop, eat pit beef or some shucks from The Local Oyster, drink a few beers, and be merry.

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Nine Summer Outdoor Movie Screenings

Jess Mayhugh — Mon, 29 Jun 2015 17:22:00 +0000

‘Tis the season of longer days and warmer evenings. Outdoor movies are a timeless way to spend summer nights. Here are our top picks for where to catch an outdoor flick this summer.

AVAM Flicks From the Hill: Grab one of the best seats in town for the American Visionary Art Museum’s weekly movie nights on the side of Federal Hill, featuring blockbusters, comedies, and cult- classic favorites on Thursdays at 9 p.m. July 9-August 27. Free. 800 Key Highway, 410-244-1900

Bel Air Outdoor Movies: Bring a blanket to lay on the lush lawn of Shamrock Park for one of six PG-rated screenings with free popcorn. Pre-movie entertainment starts at 7:15 p.m. and varies with each film. Some of the Friday films include The Boxtrolls, The Incredibles, and Cinderella. June 12-August 28. Free. 39 N. Hackery Ave., Bel Air, 410-638-4561

Bengies Drive-In: Hop in the car and head back in time at this classic drive-in theater, now in its 60th season, with sunset screenings at 9 p.m. Check out the snack bar for popcorn, an array of hot foods, and desserts. Opening this week is Max, San Andreas, and Entourage. Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. 3417 Eastern Blvd., 410-687-5627

Fells Point Films on the Pier: With the Inner Harbor sparkling in the background and “Domino Sugars” glowing in the distance, catch critically acclaimed films like Kingsman: The Secret Service, Gone Girl, and 22 Jump Street every Wednesday night at Broadway Pier in Fells Point. July 8-August 26. Free. 1600 Thames St., 410-563-9011

Little Italy Cinema Al Fresco: Now in its 16th year, the Open Air Film Fest is a Charm City summertime staple. Set up shop in the Da Mimmo’s parking lot every Friday at 9 p.m. with free popcorn and cinema classics like Moonstruck and Casablanca. July 3-August 28. Free. 217 S. High St.

Pics in the Park: For the first year, summer screenings come to Center Plaza at Fayette and Charles streets for three Saturday nights, with oldies-but-goodies like The Princess Bride and noteworthy newbies like The Imitation Game, plus cheap local beer, and food trucks. June 27, July 25, and August 29. Free. 120 W. Fayette St.

Reel B.A.D. Outdoor Film Nights: On the third Tuesday of each month this summer, Bromo Tower Arts & Entertainment will be hosting an outdoor film series in the Bromo Arts District. Come enjoy old favorites The Sandlot, Crooklyn, Sister Act 2, and Ghostbusters. Bromo Tower Arts & Entertainment will also be showcasing Baltimore-based artwork and filmmaking, not to mention beer and snacks from local vendors. The event will run from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, and Sept. 15. Free. 200 W. Lexington St., 410-528-7710

Summer Moonlight Movie Series: Catch six family-friendly films in Shops at Kenilworth parking lot on Friday nights, with games and prizes for the kids. Pick up a picnic dinner from nearby Atwater’s, or check out the local food trucks. Films like The Theory of Everything, Annie, and Big Hero 6 will begin around 8:45 or sunset. June 12-August 21. Free. 800 Kenilworth Dr., Towson, 410-321-1909

The Wine Bin’s Summer Movies: On Saturday nights, head to Howard County for The Wine Bin’s parking lot pics. Enjoy The Bin’s vino for tasting or purchase, beer, and popcorn, but don’t forget your folding lawn chairs. This movie season catch flicks like Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, The Wedding Singer, Breakfast Club, and Guardians of the Galaxy starting at 9 p.m. May 23-September 26. Free. 8390 Main St., Ellicott City, 410-465-7802

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Outdoor Movie Screenings in Baltimore

Jess Mayhugh — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000

It’s finally summer. Outdoor movie screenings have become a tradition in places across Maryland. It’s the perfect opportunity to have fun with friends and family, enjoy good food, and watch a flick under a beautiful summer night sky. Here are some great places to enjoy free outdoor movies.

American Visionary Art Museum Flicks from the Hill: Free films will be screened on Thursday nights from July 10 to Aug. 28. The movie begins at 9 p.m at the Hughes Family Outdoor Theater, but the museum is open for free from 5-9 p.m. on flicks nights. Here is a full schedule:

July 10: Back to the Future
July 17: Hugo
July 24: King of Hearts 
July 31: WarGames 
August 7: Time Bandits 
August 14: The Time Machine 
August 21: Star Trek: The Motion Picture August 28 – Jurassic Park

BROS- An Outdoor Movie Series: Union Craft Brewing is celebrating buddy flicks this summer. Grab some of your best buds and some brews from the tap room and enjoy classic “bro” movies projected on a 20-foot screen in the parking lot. The event is free and so is the popcorn. The tap room opens at 5 p.m. and the movie begins at around 9:15 p.m. Don’t miss out.

June 27: Top Gun
July 11: The Lost Boys
July 18: Wayne’s World

Fells Point Films on the Pier: This free film series takes place on the Broadway Pier in the heart of Fells Point. Critically acclaimed movies will be shown every Wednesday from July 9 to Aug. 20 at 8:45 p.m.

July 16: Fast & Furious 6
July 23: Lone Survivor
July 30: American Hustle
August 6: Noah
August 13: Silver Linings Playbook
August 20: This is the End

Little Italy Open Air Film Festival: This popular event has existed since 1999. The event is free and will take place every Friday from July 11 to Sept. 5 at the corner of High & Stiles Streets. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy free popcorn, live music at 7 p.m., and a movie, which begins at 9 p.m.

July 11: Hairspray
July 18: Gladiator
July 25: Big Night
August 1: King Kong
August 8: Moonstruck
August 15: Rocky
August 22: Silver Linings Playbook
August 29: Used People
September 5: Cinema Paradiso

Summer Moonlight Movie Series: Bring your own picnic dinner and enjoy five great movie nights throughout the summer at The Shops at Kenilworth. The events will be held in the lower level parking lot of the shopping center. The movies start at 8:45 p.m, but you can come early for prizes and games. Admission is free.

June 27: Frozen
July 11: Mamma Mia 
July 25: Captain Phillips 
August 1: Despicable Me 2 
August 15: The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

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