Movies in Marana

Part of the Marana Community Engagement Series

Free outdoor movie series at Marana Parks | Select Saturdays at sundown

Come enjoy a family-friendly film night at a different park in Marana once a month, April-October! We'll be inviting food vendors to each event as well so you can enjoy dinner, snacks, or a treat and a show. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating (e.g. lawn chairs, picnic blankets) and may bring outside food and beverages as well (no alcohol). Friendly dogs are always welcome but must be leashed at all times. All movies will be shown with subtitles.

Note: Movies in Marana is a weather-permitting event series and may be subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. If a movie night is cancelled, that movie showing will not be rescheduled. All cancellation notices will be posted here and to our social media channels.

2025 Season

April 12 - "Planes: Fire and Rescue"

Camping Under the Stars movie, "Heroes of the Sky" theme

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When Dusty learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he joins a forest fire and rescue unit to be trained as a firefighter, or else his air strip will be shut down.

Location: Ora Mae Harn District Park (13250 N Lon Adams Rd)

Time: 6:00-9:00PM, movie starts at sundown

Food Vendors:

  • Colonel Mustard's Hot Dogs & Mr. Ice Guy

Note: The movie is free to the general public, but pre-registration and payment are required to participate in the rest of the Camping Under the Stars activities and overnight campsite.

Event Partner: This event is made possible in part by the Marana Regional Airport. Learn more about the Marana Regional Airport here.

 


May 17 - "Moana 2"

Splash Pad movie, "Hawaiian and Polynesian Night" theme

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After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced.

Location: Crossroads at Silverbell District Park basketball courts (7548 N Silverbell Rd)

Time: 6:00-9:00PM, movie starts at sundown

Food Vendors:

  • Continental Ranch Little League Snack Bar
  • Colonel Mustard's Hot Dogs & Mr. Ice Guy

Note: Dress up in your favorite Hawaiian shirts and accessories for the night's theme, and enjoy the splash pad right next to the movie!


June 21 - "The Secret Life of Pets"

#DogLife movie, "Marana Dog Life" theme

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The quiet life of a terrier named Max is upended when his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max instantly dislikes.

Location: Ora Mae Harn District Park (13250 N Lon Adams Rd)

Time: 6:30-9:30PM, movie starts at sundown

Food Vendors:

  • Big Sexy's Chicken Wangs & Thangs
  • Mrs. Emily's Sweet Treats

Note: Bring your dogs and enjoy this pet-centered movie night with your furry family! We'll be set up right next to the dog park so you and your pup can play all night!


July 19 - "Dr. Seuss' The Grinch" (2018)

Mid-Summer movie, "Christmas in July" theme

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A grumpy Grinch plots to ruin Christmas for the village of Whoville.

Location: Gladden Farms Community Park soccer fields (12205 N Tangerine Farms Rd)

Time: 6:30-9:30PM, movie starts at sundown

Food Vendors:

  • Cody Coyote Kettle Corn

Note: Don your holiday colors and festive cheer to celebrate the night's theme!


August 16 - "Wicked: Part I"

Sing-Along movie, "Wizard of Oz" theme

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Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman because of her green skin, and Galinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.

Location: Continental Ranch Community Park (8900 N Coachline Blvd)

Time: 6:00-9:00PM, movie starts at sundown

Food Vendors:

  • Kettle Corn Connection
  • Lahaina's Shave Ice

Note: Dress up as your favorite character from Oz and be ready to sing your heart out to the film adaptation of Act I of the instant Broadway classic! Lyrics to these beloved songs will be displayed onscreen too!

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Event Partner: This event is presented in partnership with Wyyerd Fiber. Learn more.

 


September 20 - "The Mummy" (1999)

Super-Deluxe movie, "Adventure Night" theme

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At an archaeological dig in the ancient city of Hamunaptra, an American serving in the French Foreign Legion accidentally awakens a mummy who begins to wreak havoc as he searches for the reincarnation of his long-lost love.

Location: Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex (11555 W Civic Center Dr)

Time: 6:00-9:00PM, movie starts at sundown

Food Vendors: 

  • Churros el Rey
  • Jackie's Food Court

Note: Dress up as your favorite hero(ine) from an adventure story for the night's theme, and don't miss this special showing projected on a 30-foot screen!


October 18 - "Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas"

Fall Festival movie, "Halloween" theme

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Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home cause confusion.

Location: Marana Heritage River Park pole barn (12375 N Heritage Park Dr)

Time: Fall Festival is 2:00-9:00PM, movie starts at sundown

Food Vendors:

  • Over 20 food vendors will be at Marana's Fall Festival! See the event page for more information.

Note: Enjoy the big event for the last movie of the 2025 season!

Past Seasons

 

2024

  • "Planes" for Camping under the Stars; April 20
  • "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" for Pirate Night; May 18
  • "The Bad Guys" with Pre-Show Dance Party; June 15
  • "The Little Mermaid" (2023) for Swim-In Movie; July 20
  • "Tangled" for Disney Night; August 17
  • "SING" for Swim-In Sing-Along; August 31
  • "League of Super Pets" for National Night Out; September 21
  • "Haunted Mansion" (2023) for Fall Festival; October 12

2023

  • "A Bug's Life"; April 22
  • "Luca"; May 20
  • "Zootopia"; June 17
  • "Surf's Up"; July 15
  • "Big Miracle"; August 19
  • "The Little Mermaid" (1987); September 2
  • "Space Jam 2"; September 16
  • "Coco"; October 21