Grab your blanket (and a cocktail) and enjoy these open-air movie screenings.
Waterfront Flicks
Cozy up on the waterfront this summer for free movies as part of Jack London Square's annual outdoor screenings. Take advantage of JLS's bevy of restaurants, such as the gourmet Mexican spot Nido or Irish bar Slainte, before the show. It's perfect for date night. Broadway and Embarcadero, Oakland
Aug 3: Selena
Aug 17: Moana
Film Night in the Park
Ready the popcorn, picnic blankets and your warmest coat: Film Night in the Park returns this summer with a series of free screening across San Francisco.
Aug 5: Footloose (Dolores Park)
Aug 26: La La Land (Washington Square Park)
Sept 9: The Graduate (Union Square)
Sept 24: The Breakfast Club (Dolores Park)
Outdoor Movie Night
Pier 39 continues its anniversary celebrations with snacks, special giveaways and a movie night every last Friday of the month. Make a day of it with a stop at the nearby vintage arcade Musee Mecanique (Pier 41) and a loaf of sourdough from Boudin Bakery. Beach St and The Embarcadero
July 28: Mrs. Doubtfire
Aug 25: Inside Out
Sept 29: The Pursuit of Happyness
Starlight Movies in the Park
Alameda's kid-friendly film series features pre-show games (think tug-of-war) as well as crafts and a snack bar (serving ice cream and hot chocolate but no booze) before the movie starts at 8:15pm. Various locations
July 28: Finding Dory
Sept 8: Moana