Whether you’re looking for some fall fun for the family or a fright night with friends, Memphis has a seasonal movie series for everyone! Not only are these flicks entertaining, but they are primarily FREE and a great way to enjoy the cooler temps with an outdoor movie under the stars, or embrace the spooky season with a Halloween-themed cult classic.
Here’s where to watch movies in Memphis this fall!
Overton Square Movie Series
Neighborhood: Overton Square
More info: overtonsquare.com
Overton Square is a hotspot for food, fun, shopping, and live music — and now you can add movies to the list! The neighborhood recently launched its spring/summer movie series for kids and adults.
Head down to Chimes Square Courtyard on Trimble Place for movie nights, held every Thursday through October and November. The lineup features free screenings of fantasy films, horror classics, sci-fi, and action flicks, including:
October 3: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
October 10: Inception
October 17: Haunted Mansion
October 24: Lisa Frankenstein
October 31: Scream
November 7: Brave
November 14: The Matrix
November 21: Elf
Moviegoers are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets, but no outside alcoholic beverages are allowed. Showtimes start at 7 p.m., but you can arrive as early as 6 p.m. to snag prime viewing or order takeout from one of the square’s many restaurants.
The Cemetery Cinema at Elmwood
Neighborhood: Downtown
More info: elmwoodcemetery.org
Soak in the spectral beauty of historic Elmwood Cemetery with a fun, unique film series that helps fund the cemetery’s maintenance. Elmwood’s Cemetery Cinema, sponsored by Baltz & Sons Concrete, returns on Friday, October 25, with a classic double feature: Invasion of the Body Snatchers, followed by House on Haunted Hill.
Showtime starts around sunset (roughly 6:15 p.m.), and the film will be projected onto the roof of Elmwood’s gothic cottage, a landmark on the National Register of Historic Places.
Along with chairs and blankets, moviegoers are welcome to bring coolers or picnic baskets — or order from the featured food truck on-site. Purchase your ticket here!
Movies in the Park
Neighborhood: East Memphis
More info: Instagram
Movies in the Park, a free fall outdoor movie series sponsored by Memphis Parks, kicks off October 5 and runs every Saturday through the month. Showtimes start at 5:30 p.m., with snacks and water provided. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets — and dress in costume to celebrate the movie’s theme. This season’s lineup includes:
October 5: Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie at Lewis-Davis Park
October 12: Inside Out 2 at Hollywood Park
October 19: The Equalizer 3 (date-night Movies in the Park edition for adults only) at East High Sportsplex
October 26: Despicable Me 4 at Gaisman Park
Fall Movie Night
Neighborhood: Cordova
More info: Facebook
Back by popular demand, the Memphis Public Library’s Cordova branch is hosting its second annual Fall Movie Night event starting Saturday, October 5. Movies will be shown every Saturday either outdoors next to the book drop or inside the building in Room A — and include snacks and movie box giveaways. The lineup includes:
October 5: The Equalizer
October 12: The Lego Batman Movie
October 19: Bad Boys
October 26: Beetlejuice
November 2: Mr. and Mrs. Smith
November 9: A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting
November 16: Rambo
November 23: Muppet Treasure Island
November 30: Iron Man
Fright-Tober Halloween Film Series
Neighborhood: Midtown
More info: crosstownarts.org
Get into the Halloween spirit early with the free Fright-Tober film series, sponsored by Crosstown Arts. The series shows spooky movies for all ages every Saturday in October at Crosstown Theater. Enjoy kid-friendly matinees in the afternoon and return in the evening for scarier, adult-themed horror films. In the meantime, grab dinner, drinks, or snacks at Crosstown Concourse before or after the shows. Seating is limited, so be sure to register in advance! The lineup includes:
October 5: The Addams Family (2:30 p.m.); A Nightmare on Elm Street (6:30 p.m.)
October 12: The Goonies (2:30 p.m.); Psycho (6:30 p.m.)
October 19: Young Frankenstein (2:30 p.m.); Rocky Horror Picture Show (6:30 p.m.)
October 26: Creature from the Black Lagoon (2:30 p.m.); Evil Dead (6:30 p.m.)
MOSH Movies
Neighborhood: East Memphis
More info: moshmemphis.com
Free locally brewed beer with a side of classic movies? Yes, please! Each month for the rest of the year, the Memphis Museum of Science and History (MoSH) will host Movies and Brews sponsored by Hampline Brewing Company. Films will be shown on the Giant Screen Theater at the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion — and each one includes exclusive pre-show programming to enhance your enjoyment and knowledge of the featured film. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and tickets are just $23! Here’s the lineup:
October 19: Predator
November 16: Die Hard
December 14: Gremlins
For those with kiddos, MoSH also hosts family-friendly matinees on the first Saturday of each month, starting at 4:30 p.m. The lineup includes:
October 12: Frankenweenie
November 9: James and The Giant Peach
December 7: The Wizard of Oz
Malco Summer Drive-In
Neighborhood: East Memphis
More info: malco.com
Enjoy a movie under the stars any night of the week at the Malco Summer Drive-In, a Memphis staple and one of roughly 300 drive-ins left in America. The drive-in features indoor restrooms, an old-school concession stand, and four screens regularly showing double features.
Admission is $7 for adults, and the box office opens at 7:30 p.m. for 8:30 p.m. shows. In addition to its standard slate of releases, the drive-in hosts all-night movie marathons each month as part of the Time Warp Drive-in Movie Series, sponsored by Black Lodge and Guerrilla Monster Films.
This fall’s Time Warp themes include Stephen King thrillers, a Hannibal Lecter double feature, and holly-jolly holiday horror.
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