Outdoor Movies in the Triangle: Fall 2025 Guide

Fall is here, and there’s no better way to enjoy the crisp evenings than with a movie under the stars. From Raleigh and Durham to Cary, Chapel Hill, and Pittsboro, the Triangle offers a variety of free and family-friendly outdoor movie nights this fall. Grab a blanket, pack some snacks, and enjoy the cinematic experience in your local community.

Here’s your complete guide to outdoor movies in the Triangle for Fall 2025.

Outdoor Movie Nights in Raleigh

Moore Square

• Friday, September 26, 2025: Sonic the Hedgehog 3
  6:00 pm | FREE | Moore Square, 201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  Presented by the North Carolina Museum of Art. Sponsored by Downtown Raleigh Alliance.

• Friday, October 3, 2025: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
  5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | FREE | Moore Square, 201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  Presented by Get 2 Know Raleigh, the Raleigh Parks team at Moore Square. Sponsored by Downtown Raleigh Alliance.

• Friday, October 24, 2025: Inside Out 2
  5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | FREE | Moore Square, 201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  Presented by Get 2 Know Raleigh, the Raleigh Parks team at Moore Square. Sponsored by Downtown Raleigh Alliance.

• Friday, November 7, 2025: The Princess Diaries
  5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | FREE | Moore Square, 201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  Presented by Get 2 Know Raleigh, the Raleigh Parks team at Moore Square. Sponsored by Downtown Raleigh Alliance.

Fred Fletcher Park

• Saturday, September 20, 2025: Stardust & Stories Book Festival: Keepers of Magic
  6:30 pm to 11:00 pm | FREE | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC 27605
  Presented by By Paper & Stars Studio.

Oakwood Cemetery

• Saturday, November 1, 2025: Día de Oakwood – Disney’s Coco
  4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | FREE | Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27601

Outdoor Movie Nights in Cary

Downtown Cary Park Movie Series

• Friday, October 10, 2025: The Nightmare Before Christmas
  6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | FREE | Downtown Cary Park, 7 Parkside Cmns Dr, Cary, NC 27519

• Saturday, October 25, 2025: Hotel Transylvania & 1408
  6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | FREE | Downtown Cary Park, 7 Parkside Cmns Dr, Cary, NC 27519

• Saturday, November 7, 2025: Big Hero 6
  6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | FREE | Downtown Cary Park, 7 Parkside Cmns Dr, Cary, NC 27519

10th Annual Zombiepalooza

• Friday, October 24, 2025: Zombiepalooza
  6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | FREE | Downtown Cary Park, 7 Parkside Cmns Dr, Cary, NC 27519

Outdoor Movie Nights in Durham

Durham Central Park – Fall Film Series

• Saturday, October 4, 2025: Ghostbusters
  8:00 pm | FREE | Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701

• Saturday, November 1, 2025: Drumline
  8:00 pm | FREE | Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701

Outdoor Movie Nights in Chapel Hill

Carolina Square – Movies Under the Stars

• Friday, September 26, 2025: Frankenweenie
  6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | FREE | Carolina Square, 123 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Outdoor Movie Nights in Pittsboro

Philip H. Kohn MOSAIC Family Commons

• Friday, September 19, 2025: Transformers – Rise of the Beasts
  7:30 pm | FREE | MOSAIC Family Commons, 75 Freedom Pkwy, Pittsboro, NC 27312

• Friday, October 3, 2025: Wicked (Drive-In Movie & Sing-along)
  7:30 pm | FREE | MOSAIC Family Commons, 75 Freedom Pkwy, Pittsboro, NC 27312

• Friday, October 17, 2025: Moana 2 (Drive-In Movie)
  7:00 pm | FREE | MOSAIC Family Commons, 75 Freedom Pkwy, Pittsboro, NC 27312

• Friday, October 31, 2025: Hocus Pocus 2 (Drive-In Movie Night & Trunk or Treat)
  7:00 pm | FREE | MOSAIC Family Commons, 75 Freedom Pkwy, Pittsboro, NC 27312

Tips for Enjoying Fall Outdoor Movies

When planning your outdoor movie night, consider:

• Dress for the weather – Fall evenings can be chilly; bring layers and blankets.

• Arrive early – Popular screenings fill up quickly, especially in downtown Raleigh and Cary.

• Pack essentials – Lawn chairs, snacks, bug spray, and a flashlight are recommended.

• Check the schedule – Events are weather-dependent; always confirm details on the venue’s website or social media.

Conclusion

Fall 2025 in the Triangle is packed with free, family-friendly outdoor movies. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, or Pittsboro, there’s an event for everyone. From spooky Halloween favorites to animated hits for the kids, these screenings are the perfect way to enjoy the season under the stars.

Grab your blanket, bring the family, and experience why outdoor movie nights have become a cherished tradition in the Triangle.

Welcome to the show. 🎥