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Sundown Cinema

Sundown Cinema is a free outdoor movie series that visits parks around the city.

Moviegoers can expect local food, drinks, music, themed pre-show entertainment, and film selections that celebrate the unique character and beauty of San Francisco and its parks!

Directions

Neighborhood

Citywide

Address

San Francisco, CA

Contact

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Reserved Seating

The entire series is free and open to the public but attendees can secure reserved seating by becoming an SF Parks Alliance member in advance. Reserved seating ensures attendees have a space to sit, even during the most popular and busy events. Membership supports the SF Parks Alliance, the only citywide parks nonprofit in San Francisco, and comes with many additional benefits. Current members and those interested in joining can secure reserved seating here.

RSVP to win!

All attendees are encouraged to RSVP to movie nights in advance for the chance to win reserved seating and prizes.

    • Friday, May 17 @ Dolores Park – Selena (sing-along)
    • Friday, June 14 @ The Presidio Civil War Parade Ground – Bullitt
    • Friday, July 12 @ Glen Park – Labyrinth
    • Friday, August 2 @ The Ferry Building – Barbie
    • Friday, September 6 @ Duboce Park – SF’s Lost Landscapes: Found Home Movies
    • Friday, October 4 @ India Basin Waterfront – The Princess and the Frog
    • Friday, October 18 @ Jerry Garcia Amphitheater – The Nightmare Before Christmas (sing-along & costume contest)

  • Sundown Cinema is presented by SF Parks Alliance and Alamo Drafthouse Cinema and is driven by Waymo. It is produced by SF Parks Alliance and DoTheBay in partnership with the SF Recreation & Park Department, SF OEWD, Presidio Trust, and Port of San Francisco. Special thanks to Xfinity, Local Motion, and The City and County of San Francisco for making another year of this celebrated series possible.

  • Are chairs allowed?

    Yes! Low-hanging chairs are allowed. If you bring a tall chair, please be mindful of those sitting around you and try to sit on the edges of the crowd so that everyone can have an enjoyable viewing experience!

    Can I bring my dog?

    Yes! Furry friends are allowed and must be leashed at all times. We recommend that your dog be comfortable around large crowds and loud noises.

    I’m a member. How do I reserve seats?

    To reserve a seat, select the movie you are most interested in by visiting our Sundown Cinema Page. Once you’ve selected the movie, you’ll be prompted to a checkout page, which will provide you with the option of purchasing a member ticket.

    What time does the movie start?

    The start-time of each show varies based on what time the sun sets. Please see this page for event start times.

    How do I reserve accessible seating?

    Please email events@sanfranciscoparksalliance.org to reserve accessible seating at the show. Please note that submitting your request at least 72 hours before the event will help ensure availability.