There aren't many places to watch a movie from the deck of an aircraft carrier, and the Intrepid gives it away free: Fievel's Wild West adventure on a giant inflatable screen with the Hudson and the Midtown skyline as the backdrop. It's the finale of the museum's America-at-250 summer series. Doors open at 7pm and the film rolls at sunset, so pack a blanket and picnic and claim deck space early — capacity is real and reentry isn't allowed.
What to expect
A picnic-style outdoor screening on the carrier's flight deck, with the film projected on a large inflatable screen once the sun goes down. Families spread out with lawn chairs and blankets; light concessions are available for purchase and the movie plays with open captions.
Good to know
- Free, no tickets — first come, first served, and flight-deck capacity is limited, so arrive early.
- Doors open at 7pm and close at 8:30pm; all exits are final, with no reentry.
- Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic; outside non-alcoholic drinks are fine, but alcohol is not permitted.
- Light concessions are sold on the flight deck.
- Only the flight deck is open — the rest of the museum complex is closed during movie night.
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Common questions
Do I need a ticket?
No — the screening is free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first served and space on the flight deck is limited, so arrive early.
What time does the movie start?
At sunset. Doors open at 7pm and close at 8:30pm, and the event runs until 10pm.
Can I bring my own food?
Yes — lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets are welcome, along with your own food and non-alcoholic beverages. Alcohol isn't permitted, and light concessions are sold on site.
Is the rest of the museum open during the movie?
No — only the flight deck is accessible during movie nights, and all exits are final with no reentry.
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