Open-air film festivals in Paris and Île-de-France are making a comeback in thesummer of 2025. These free or low-cost events are the ideal opportunity to enjoy a cinema session under the stars, stretched out on a deckchair or comfortably installed on the grass, solo, as a couple or with friends.
On the program: an eclectic selection of cult films, 7th art masterpieces, shorts, comedies, thrillers, animated features and new releases. Each venue offers a unique ambience, whether it's the Prairie du Triangle in the Parc de la Villette, an urban terrace like the Bar à Bulles, or a hidden garden in the heart of the capital.
Whether you're a fan of classic cinema, auteur films, recent blockbusters or simply looking for an original outdoor evening in Paris, these festivals cater for all tastes. Some even offer pre-screening entertainment, DJ sets and snacks.
The idea? Sit back as the sun goes down, enjoy a convivial moment and rediscover cinema in a different way, in a natural and often iconic setting. It's one of the highlights of the cultural summer in Paris, so don't miss these free or low-cost events!
Hôtel Paradiso, with its rooftop open-air cinema and special Cannes 2025 program
Here's THE terrace not to be missed this summer in Paris: Hôtel Paradiso unveils its green rooftop with open-air cinema, cocktail bar... and special programming for the Cannes Film Festival 2025. [Read more]
Plaza Cinema Club, open-air cinema returns to the green courtyard of the Plaza Athénée
From June 29 to July 6, 2025, the Plaza Athénée will be hosting an open-air cinema in its green courtyard-garden, with menus designed by Jean Imbert to match each film! [Read more]
Cinéma en plein air de La Villette: the festival returns this summer 2025
After a break in 2024 due to the Paris Olympic Games, the La Villette Open-Air Film Festival returns for its 34th edition, from Wednesday, July 16 to Saturday, August 23, 2025. This free summer event will once again transform the Prairie du Triangle into the capital's largest open-air cinema. [Read more]
Les Créneaux de la nuit de Blandy 2025, free open-air cinema at Château de Blandy
Open-air cinema invites itself to the Château de Blandy-Les-Tours for three magical evenings on August 13, 20 and 27, 2025. On the program: family films and films for the general public, projected onto the ramparts of this medieval castle, offering a unique, free experience. [Read more]
Open-air cinema at the Shoah Memorial: the program for summer 2025 in Paris
Once again this year, the Shoah Memorial in Paris is organizing its open-air cinema. Discover this year's program for the summer of 2025, to enjoy a film under the stars. [Read more]
This summer of 2025 in Paris offers a wide range of dates to enjoy a film under the stars. So, let's get painting! Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of open-air film festivals and savor these exceptional moments under the Parisian sky.
Dates and Opening Time
From March 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Recommended age
For all
