Oculus Outdoors 2025 - FREE Movie Screenings

Come experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday evenings and kid-friendly movies on Saturday matinees. Each movie screening will have a special surprise activation, photo opportunity, or freebie to create a memorable expereince for all those attending.

Bring your own blankets or portable chairs and enjoy your very own one-of-a-kind, cinematic experience under the wings of the Oculus. Limited seating will be provided on a first come, first serve basis, with or without a ticket. Guests are welcome to purchase small bites and non-alcoholic beverages for the movies at the Oculus Beer Garden, located directly across Oculus Plaza.

Friday evening films will begin at 7pm, seating starts at 6pm. Saturday afternoon films will begin at 2pm, seating starts at 1pm. Walkups are welcome, but RSVP is recommended.

Please note, no rain dates. Cancellation notice will be provided 24 hours before the event.

Important Event Information:

• Bags may be subject to a security screening.
• Personal items only. No backpacks, large bags, or large strollers.
• No animals, except properly certified and identified serviced animals.
• Outside alcohol strictly prohibited.

For more information visit The World Trade Center website.

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MOVIES:

----- Camp & Cabaret Weekend -----

Friday, June 13 @ 7pm: The Birdcage

When a gay cabaret owner and his drag performer partner agree to meet their son’s ultra-conservative future in-laws, chaos and comedy ensue in this flamboyant farce. Set in South Beach, The Birdcage is a heartwarming and hilarious tale of love, family, and fabulous deception.

Saturday, June 14 @ 2pm: The Parent Trap (1998)

When two identical twins meet for the first time at summer camp, they hatch a clever plan to reunite their long-divorced parents. The Parent Trap is a charming and witty tale of family, mischief, and second chances, starring Lindsay Lohan in a breakout dual role.

----- Grit & Glam Weekend -----

Friday, July 11 @ 7pm: A League of Their Own

During World War II, a women’s baseball league is formed to keep the sport alive, bringing together a group of spirited players with something to prove. A League of Their Own is an inspiring and heartfelt story about sisterhood, perseverance, and the love of the game.

Saturday, July 12 @ 2pm: Space Jam (1996)

When basketball superstar Michael Jordan teams up with Bugs Bunny and the Looney Tunes to win a high-stakes game against alien invaders, the court turns into pure chaos. Space Jam blends live-action and animation in a fun, fast-paced adventure that's out of this world.

Saturday, July 12 @ 7pm: Taylor Mac's 24-Decade History of Popular Music

Special screening in partnership with Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC)

----- Friendship & Family Weekend -----

Saturday, August 15 @ 7pm: Dirty Dancing

While vacationing with her family in the summer of 1963, a sheltered young woman falls for a charismatic dance instructor and gets swept into a world of music, passion, and rebellion. Dirty Dancing is a timeless romance filled with unforgettable moves, iconic music, and the thrill of first love.

Sunday, August 16 @ 2pm: Lilo & Stitch (2002)

A lonely Hawaiian girl adopts what she thinks is a dog, only to discover he’s a mischievous alien fugitive on the run. Lilo & Stitch is a heartwarming and funny story about friendship, family, and finding connection in the most unexpected places.

----- Love & Magic Weekend -----

Friday, September 26 @ 7pm: Twilight

When teenage Bella Swan moves to a new town, she falls for the mysterious Edward Cullen—only to discover he’s a vampire. Twilight is a supernatural romance that explores love, danger, and the eternal pull between two very different worlds.

Saturday, September 27 @ 2pm: Harry Potter & The Sorcerer's Stone

On his eleventh birthday, Harry Potter discovers he’s a wizard and is whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone begins the magical journey of friendship, mystery, and destiny in a world where anything is possible.

Info: When a gay cabaret owner and his drag performer partner agree to meet their son’s ultra-conservative future in-laws, chaos and comedy ensue in this flamboyant farce. Set in South Beach, The Birdcage is a heartwarming and hilarious tale of love, family, and fabulous deception.

Info: When two identical twins meet for the first time at summer camp, they hatch a clever plan to reunite their long-divorced parents. The Parent Trap is a charming and witty tale of family, mischief, and second chances, starring Lindsay Lohan in a breakout dual role.

Info: During World War II, a women’s baseball league is formed to keep the sport alive, bringing together a group of spirited players with something to prove. A League of Their Own is an inspiring and heartfelt story about sisterhood, perseverance, and the love of the game.

Info: When basketball superstar Michael Jordan teams up with Bugs Bunny and the Looney Tunes to win a high-stakes game against alien invaders, the court turns into pure chaos. Space Jam blends live-action and animation in a fun, fast-paced adventure that's out of this world.

Info: Special documentary screening in partnership with Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC)

Info: While vacationing with her family in the summer of 1963, a sheltered young woman falls for a charismatic dance instructor and gets swept into a world of music, passion, and rebellion. Dirty Dancing is a timeless romance filled with unforgettable moves, iconic music, and the thrill of first love.

Info: A lonely Hawaiian girl adopts what she thinks is a dog, only to discover he’s a mischievous alien fugitive on the run. Lilo & Stitch is a heartwarming and funny story about friendship, family, and finding connection in the most unexpected places.

Info: When teenage Bella Swan moves to a new town, she falls for the mysterious Edward Cullen—only to discover he’s a vampire. Twilight is a supernatural romance that explores love, danger, and the eternal pull between two very different worlds.

Info: On his eleventh birthday, Harry Potter discovers he’s a wizard and is whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone begins the magical journey of friendship, mystery, and destiny in a world where anything is possible.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Oculus Plaza, at Church Street & Fulton Street, 50 Church Street, New York, United States