A night under the stars with your favorite stars
No matter how many times your child has seen that beloved movie, there's something special about watching it again against the backdrop of a balmy summer night, so grab a blanket and spend an evening under the stars with your favorite movie stars at these unique outdoor spots.
Classic Flicks for Conservation | The Nature Institute
Bring chairs or a blanket and your favorite movie snacks for free outdoor movies at The Nature Institute in Godfrey, Illinois. TNI will host a variety of movies monthly, April through October. Bring your little ones for a free showing of "Wall-E," or plan a campy date night with "Robot Monster." While Classic Flicks for Conservation is a free movie series, donations are encouraged.
Movie in the Park | Lake Saint Louis
Head to Boulevard Park in Lake Saint Louis for the free Movies in the Park series, which will include "Little Giants" (May 10), "3 Ninjas" (July 12) and "Hook" (Sept. 20) . Movies begin at dusk.
Movies in the Park | Ellisville
See "Wonka" May 31 and "A Million Miles Away" Aug. 16 at Bluebird Park in Ellsville. Ellisville's Movies in the Park begin at sunset.
Movies in the Park | Manchester
Bring your gamers to a free showing of "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" at 8:30 p.m. June 14 in Schroeder Park.
Dive-in
When two of the kids want to go to the pool and the third one has his heart set on watching a movie, treat them all to a dive-in movie. At dive-in events, families can float on a tube or relax poolside while watching their favorite movies. Most dive-in movies require paid admission.
Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center | Chesterfield
See "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" June 28 at Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center. Celebrate Christmas in July with "The Polar Express" on July 26. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; movies begin at approximately 8 p.m.
Blanchette Park Aquatic Facility | St. Charles
Experience the magic of "Encanto" July 12 and catch the holiday spirit early with "The Grinch" July 26. Tickets for Dive-In Movies at Blanchette Park Aquatic Facility are $10 and must be purchased in advance. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; movies start at 8:30 p.m.
Manchester Aquatic Center | Manchester
Dive into a special showing of "Elemental" during the Dive & Jive at Manchester Aquatic Center July 12. The party begins at 6 p.m. and includes music and games.
Dive In Movie at the Cove | St. Peters
Make a splash with a night of fun at The Cove at St. Peters Outdoor Pool, which will host a Dive In Movie Aug. 9. The event begins at 8 p.m. and will include yard games, glow sticks and snacks. Preregistration for the general public begins July 3 (July 1 for Rec-Plex members). Watch the City of St. Peters website for a movie title and ticket prices closer to the event date.
Drive-in
For the quintessential summertime movie experience, nothing beats a good old-fashioned drive-in.
Skyview Drive-In | Belleville, IL
Skyview Drive-In, located in Belleville, Illinois, has been bringing the magic of drive-in movies to local audiences since 1949. Movies are offered as double features, making the drive-in a great value families. Visit skyview-drive-in.com for information about the logistics of visiting the drive-in, a complete listing of upcoming movies and ticket prices for the coming season (note that the drive-in is cash only).
Up for a drive? Visit Cadet, Missouri, for a movie at the Starlite Drive-In Movie Theater, or catch a movie at the 66 Drive-In in Carthage.
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