Behagen Playground's screenings are the version of outdoor film that never makes a citywide list and completely fills a Bronx block — kids on blankets in front of the screen, parents in folding chairs behind, and the playground equipment doubling as seating. The live-action Snow White is aimed squarely at that audience. It costs nothing, it is walking distance for a whole neighborhood, and it is one of the last screenings of the summer here.
What to expect
Families claim the ground in front of the screen early and the folding-chair rows form behind them. The film starts at dusk, so the wait is part of the evening — kids run the playground until the projector fires up. Sound is set for an open play area, so sit reasonably close.
Good to know
- The 2/5 to Freeman Street and the Bx19 bus leave a short walk
- Bring a blanket or low chair — seating is what you carry in
- Free with no ticket or registration
- Screenings begin at dusk rather than a fixed clock time
- Glass bottles and alcohol are prohibited in the park
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Common questions
Which Snow White is it?
The live-action adaptation of the 1937 Disney animated film.
Is it free?
Yes — Movies Under the Stars is a free NYC Parks program.
Is it good for young kids?
Yes. It is a family screening and the crowd is mostly local families with children.
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