People in park in front of an inflatable movie screen on the grass.

The City’s Parks and Recreation Department continues its schedule for the 2024 Movies in the Park Series.

Showtimes begin at dusk.

Movies will be shown on select Saturdays, through Sept. 21, at Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada Ave.

The movie schedule and Motion Picture Association rating includes:

  • Aug. 10 ”Five Nights at Freddy’s,” PG-13
  • Aug. 24 “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” PG-13
  • Sept. 7 “Elemental,” PG
  • Sept. 21 ”The Little Mermaid,” PG

All movies are free. Movie-goers can bring lawn chairs, blankets and other necessities. Food vendors typically set up nearby.

The schedule and location of movies is subject to change. For updated information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at (575) 541-2550.

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