Best outdoor movie series
Fritz Hahn | Updated 05/17/2012
Summer is the perfect time to watch movies under the stars. Catch recent blockbusters and classic films at these free outdoor series.
NoMa Summer Screen
Washington, DC | 5/23 - 8/8
For 2012 the outdoor film festival explores the end of the world, with films such as "Dr. Strangelove," "Shaun of the Dead," "Wall-E" and more. Each week, the festival will feature food vendors, and children and friendly dogs are welcome.
Civil War Movies on the Town Green
Vienna, VA | 6/2 - 6/16
Outdoor screenings of "The Great Locomotive Chase," "Shanandoah" and "Gone With the Wind."
Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival
Arlington, VA | 6/8 - 8/24
In honor of the election year, the popular annual film festival just across the river from Georgetown dedicates itself to Hollywood's political oeuvre, from gripping dramas such as "All the President's Men" to the light and fluffy "Election" and "Dick."
Outdoor Movies on the Square
Rockville, MD | 6/13 - 8/22
Rockville's summer outdoor film series screens such family-friendly flicks as "The Muppets," "Footloose," "Moneyball" and more.
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