Grab your lawn chairs, pack the popcorn and head to Downtown Detroit — Movie Nights in the D is back! This beloved free outdoor movie series returns to Campus Martius Park on Fridays at 7 p.m. through Aug. 22, 2025.
Hosted by the Downtown Detroit Partnership, this event transforms the city’s award-winning public square — named the No. 1 Public Square in the U.S. by USA Today’s 10Best — into an exciting outdoor theater for all ages.
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What’s the 2025 Movie Nights in the D lineup?
All movies begin at 7 p.m. Admission is free and seating is first-come, first-served. Families can enjoy the following movies:
- June 20: Sonic 3 | PG
- June 27: The Fall Guy | PG-13
- July 11: Wild Robot | PG
- July 18: The Meg | PG-13
- July 25: Shrek | PG
- Aug. 1: Step Up | PG-13
- Aug. 8: Emperor’s New Groove | G
- Aug. 15: Twisters | PG-13
- Aug. 22: Moana 2 | PG
Also, before the screen lights up, families can enjoy live entertainment and special giveaways — including chances to win prizes like Detroit Zoo passes and exclusive local experiences. Moviegoers can snack on fresh popcorn from Detroit’s own Jetta’s Gourmet Popcorn. For more details, visit Downtown Detroit Partnership’s event page.
This article was recently updated on June 12, 2025 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. The update included her research to feature the latest information. Questions? Please reach out to katina@metroparent.com.
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