Get ready, outdoor movie enthusiasts! As summer approaches, Vancouver is bringing back its beloved free outdoor movies for all to enjoy.
This year, the event returns from July through August at the Shipyards. The best part? Admission to all outdoor movies is absolutely FREE.
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Free Outdoor Movies at North Vancouver’s Shipyard
Deckchair Cinema on Cates Deck at the Shipyards – Thursdays (July 3-August 28)
In its fourth year, Deckchair Cinema returns, offering audiences a delightful summer of films, pre-show music and entertainment.
Admission is free, however donations are accepted. The donation also gets you access to the Polygon Gallery’s Summer exhibition Star Wtnesses (on from June 27 – September 28).
Food and drinks are also available at the event’s concession stand. Visitors can enjoy a refreshing alcoholic beverage from local breweries while watching the movie, as Cates Deck is a designated public space for alcohol consumption.
Here is this year’s lineup:
- July 3, starts 9:15pm: Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars
- July 10, starts 9:15pm: Universal Language
- July 17, starts 9:00pm: Gravity
- July 24, starts 9:00pm: Spaceballs
- July 31, starts 8:45pm: The Fifth Element
- August 7, starts 8:45pm: Flash Gordon
- August 14, starts 8:30pm: Star Trek 2: The Wrath Of Khan
- August 21, starts 8:30pm: Starman
- August 28, starts 8:30pm: David Lynch’s Dune
When: Movie start times range from 8:30pm – 9:15pm.
Where: Cates Deck, The Shipyards, 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
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Sunset Cinema at The Shipyards – Wednesdays (July 30 – August 27)
North Vancouver’s shipyard also hosts free outdoor movies from Sunset Cinema on Wednesday nights during the month of August.
This year’s line up includes:
- Wednesday, July 30 – Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
- Wednesday, August 6 – The Devil Wears Prada
- Wednesday, August 13 – The Fast and the Furious
- Wednesday, August 20 – Twilight
- Wednesday, August 27 – Wicked
Sunset Cinema is located in the Shipyard Commons. This is a covered, outdoor space. There are public bathrooms available on-site, as well as food trucks.
Note that movie nights are subject to air quality, and may be postponed or cancelled in the event of smoky weather.
When: Movie starts around 9:00 PM
Where: Shipyard Commons, 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Additional Movie Nights
Movies at Civic Plaza
Civic Plaza is situated between City Hall and the North Vancouver Public Library. Public washrooms are available at the library until 9 pm, after which an on-site portable toilet is available
The Library Teen Advisory Council will also be operating a concession stand offering popcorn, chips, and drinks for $1, with proceeds supporting teen programs at the library.
- Friday, July 25 – Paddington2
When: Movie starts around 9:00 PM
Where: Civic Plaza, 26 14th St W, North Vancouver
Reel Magic at Ray Perrault Park
Outdoor movie night at Ray Perrault Park will include a 24ft screen as well as Jumbo games will be available from 6:00pm. It will be taking place at Ray Perrault Park, located at 15th Street East and Grand Boulevard.
- Friday, July 18 – Inside Out 2
When: Movie Starts around 9:00 PM
Where: Ray Perrault Park, 1310 Grand Blvd E, North Vancouver
