Free outdoor cinema is one of the best things NYC Parks does, and this Bensonhurst edition brings the big screen to Seth Low Playground for a proper neighborhood movie night. There's no ticket, no line and no assigned anything — just claim a patch of playground with your chair and snacks. The late-evening start makes it an easy after-dinner outing, and the season's screenings are numbered as fall arrives.
What to expect
Expect a local, family-heavy crowd, an inflatable screen in the sitting area, and the film rolling once darkness settles. Bring your own comfort — blankets, chairs, snacks — and settle in.
Good to know
- Free NYC Parks screening at Seth Low Playground, Bensonhurst
- Near Avenue P and W 12th St; the F to Avenue P is closest
- Bring blankets or folding chairs — seating is BYO
- Pack snacks and water; nighttime options nearby are limited
- It's a later start — plan around kids' bedtimes
- Film title is listed on the NYC Parks events calendar
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Common questions
Is the movie free?
Yes — Movies Under the Stars screenings are free public events run by NYC Parks.
What should we bring?
Blankets or low chairs, snacks, water and a layer — everything is bring-your-own at these screenings.
