Movies on the Block is Back
Movies on the Block returns again this summer! The popular outdoor film series will be back with four showings at Grant's Block, once a month from June to September.
Screenings will take place at dusk on the second Thursday of each month and InDowncity is partnering with downtown restaurants to offer curated food concessions available during the movie.
Put these dates on your calendar today:
June 11 – "The Neverending Story"
July 9 – "Raising Arizona"
Aug. 13 – "Clueless"
Sept. 10 – "Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"
The event is free and open to the public. Just remember to bring a blanket or beach chair, as bench seating in the park is very limited.
Movies on the Block is sponsored by InDowncity, Cornish Associates and the downtown business community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Movies on the Block?
Movies on the Block is a free summer film series held at dusk on the second Thursday of each month, June through September. The 2026 season ran June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, and Sept. 10.
- Where is Movies on the Block held?
Screenings take place at Grant's Block, an outdoor park in Downtown Providence.
- Is Movies on the Block free?
Yes, the event is free and open to the public.
- What should I bring to Movies on the Block?
Bring a blanket or beach chair, since bench seating in the park is very limited.
- Is there food at Movies on the Block?
Yes. InDowncity partners with downtown restaurants to offer food concessions during the movies.
- What time do the movies start?
Movies begin at dusk, so start times shift a bit earlier as the summer goes on.
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