Pass the popcorn, please. Nothing screams “summer” like hitting the town for a bit of nighttime cinema under the stars, stretched out on a freshly cut lawn or kicking back in the bed of a truck.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic date night activity — like a scene out of your favorite rom-com — or just want to hang out with friends, we’ve got you covered with ten outdoor movie theaters that will have you feeling like the star in your own motion picture.

Boulevard Drive-In Theatre

Location: 1051 Merriam Ln., Kansas City, KS
Open: Fridays + Saturdays
Cost: $15 per person
Additional features: Pull up at the world’s first 4K drive-in cinema experience, and watch from inside your vehicle using your car stereo for sound or bring a lawn chair. Bring cash only for tickets and snacks — children under 11 are free + dogs are welcome.

B&B Theatres Twin Drive-In

Location: 291 E. Kentucky Rd., Independence, MO
Open: Dates vary
Cost: $22 per car
Additional features: Experience double features with all showings starting at 9 p.m. Drive up in your car and tune in with FM radio to listen, plus grab a bag of popcorn at the concession stand.

Twinkle lights, food trucks, and community — all check. | Photo via KES Studio

Summer Movies at North Park

Location: 8731 N. Stoddard Ave., KCMO
Open: Every third Saturday
Cost: Free
Additional features: Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and check the event page for additional deals at nearby businesses from 6 to 10 p.m.

Movies in the Park (Lenexa)

Location: Electric Park + Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park
Open: Select Fridays starting May 26
Cost: Free
Additional features: Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and dogs to these showings (with free parking) that start at dusk — around 8:30 p.m.

This year's sponsor is Cinder Block Brewing Co., so you know there will be good beer. | Photo by Screenland Armour Theater

Screenland Armour Theatre

Location: 408 Armour Rd., North Kansas City, MO
Open: Every Saturday starting on June 3
Cost: $5
Additional features: Bring your own chair to the back parking lot with movies starting at sundown and seating available 45 minutes prior. All well-behaved furry friends are welcome.

Popcorn in the Park

Location: Bennett Park Baseball Field + Liberty Community Center
Open: Select Fridays starting June 16
Cost: Free
Additional features: Grab lawn chairs + blankets — and even your picnic basket, sans alcohol — and take part in an outdoor movie experience that includes fun and games at 6 p.m. before the movie starts at dusk, around 8 p.m. Popcorn and water will be provided.

Off the Wall Film Series

Location: The Kansas City Public Library, 14 W. 10th St., KCMO
Open: Friday nights
Cost: Free
Additional features: Stay tuned for the 2023 season. RSVP for a skyline cinema experience on the rooftop terrace, and BYO seating, blankets, food + non-alcoholic beverages. Showings start at dusk around 8:45 p.m.

Movies in the Park is a great way to see classic films. | Photo by Wendy Delzeit + @cityoflenexa

Movies in the Park

Location: Meadowbrook Park + Heritage Park
Open: Friday nights
Cost: Free
Additional features: Stay tuned for the 2023 season. Bring your own chairs, blankets, and snacks with concessions available, including beer + wine. Start times depend on the sunset.

Tivoli Under the Stars

Location: The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Open: Dates + times vary
Cost: $42 members, $58 non-members
Additional features: Stay tuned for the 2023 season. Screenings start 10-15 minutes after sunset.

Moo-vie night

Location: Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead
Open: Saturday, September 16, 5-10 p.m.
Ticket prices: Free
Additional features: This dairy-themed event features ice cream treats from local dairy farmers and food from The Melt Truck, Burg & Barrel Food Truck, and Jack’s Kettle Corn. The movie begins at 8 p.m.