Where To Wednesday: Outdoor Movies Around Omaha

This week’s Where To Wednesday is all about outdoor movies around Omaha! There’s nothing quite like watching a favorite movie under the stars on a warm Nebraska evening. Whether you’re looking for a free family activity, a nostalgic drive-in experience, or a unique date night, the Omaha metro has plenty of summer movie options.

From neighborhood lawns and community events to the area’s drive-in theater, here’s where to catch a movie around Omaha this summer.

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BENNINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

11401 N 156th St. | Bennington

The Bennington Public Library hosts free afternoon family movies that are perfect for escaping the summer heat.

Upcoming Movies

• July 23 — Elio | 1:30–3:00 PM

• July 30 — The Croods | 1:30–3:00 PM

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HIGHLANDER ACCELERATOR

3026 Lindsay Ave. | Highlander Neighborhood

Movie Night at Highlander is a free neighborhood tradition held on the lawn. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy free treats for the first 100 guests.

Upcoming Movie

• July 23 — A Bug’s Life | Lawn opens at 8:00 PM, movie begins at sunset

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QUASAR DRIVE-IN THEATER

13427 N. 300th St. | Valley

Quasar Drive-In Theater offers everything from free classic movies to weekend double features, making it a fun choice for families, friends, and date nights.

Classics With a Cause

Quasar partners with local businesses and charitable organizations to offer free community movie nights that help support local causes.

Upcoming Movies

• July 23 — Men in Black

• July 30 — Wayne’s World

• August 6 — The Goonies

Weekend Double Features

July 24–25

• Jurassic Park + Jaws

• Moana (2026) + Toy Story 5

July 31–August 1

• Spider-Man: Brand New Day + The Breadwinner

• Army of Darkness + Evil Dead Burn

August 7

• The Sandlot + The Bad News Bears (1976)

• Spider-Man: Brand New Day + Supergirl

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LA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY

9110 Giles Rd. | La Vista

Moonlight Movies combines an outdoor movie with yard games, themed activities, food trucks, and family fun before the show.

Upcoming Movie

• July 24 — How to Train Your Dragon (2025) | Activities begin at 7:30 PM

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GRETNA HIGH SCHOOL

11335 S. 204th St. | Gretna

Celebrate Gretna Days with a free movie followed by fireworks. Stadium and field seating will be available.

Upcoming Event

• July 24 — Movie TBD | Gates open at 7:00 PM

• Movie begins around 7:45 PM

• Fireworks immediately following

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ELKHORN SHORES

233rd & W. Maple Rd. | Elkhorn

Movies Under the Stars offers a relaxed community movie night for families, friends, and neighbors. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Firepits are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Upcoming Movies

• July 25 — Black Panther | 8:00 PM

• August 1 — Jurassic Park | 8:00 PM

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VILLAGE POINTE GREEN

172nd & Dodge St. | Village Pointe

Movies on the Green is a free outdoor movie experience held in the heart of Village Pointe.

Upcoming Movie

• August 6 — Jumanji (1995)

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SUMP MEMORIAL LIBRARY

222 N. Jefferson St. | Papillion

Bring a blanket or stuffed animal for a cozy indoor family movie night featuring complimentary popcorn and a themed craft.

Upcoming Movie

• July 28 — Charlotte’s Web | 6:00–8:00 PM

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Plan Your Next Movie Night: Whether you prefer a classic drive-in, a neighborhood lawn, or a family movie at the library, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy a movie around the Omaha metro this summer.

Save this Where To Wednesday guide, pack your blankets, lawn chairs, bug spray, and favorite snacks, and plan your next summer movie night!

Know of another local movie series we should add? Let us know so we can include it in our guide.