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Free Movies By The Lake Return To Chicago This Summer
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Free Movies By The Lake Return To Chicago This Summer

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WGC Team

June 3, 2026·1 min read

One of Chicago's favorite free summer traditions is back.

Movies By The Lake returns to Lake Stage at Polk Bros Park this summer, bringing free outdoor movie nights to the lakefront with skyline views, family-friendly films, and some of the biggest movies of the year.

Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, snacks, and enjoy an evening by the water as the sun sets over Navy Pier.

2026 Schedule

July 6 GOAT

July 13 Lilo & Stitch (Live Action)

July 20 Wicked Part 1

July 27 Zootopia 2

August 3 Mean Girls

August 10 Cars

August 17 Super Mario Galaxy Movie

August 24 Superman (2025)

August 31 Viewer's Choice (Coco, Karate Kid: Legends, or Encanto)

Event Details

Location: Lake Stage at Polk Bros Park, Navy Pier

Admission: Free

Movie Time: 6:00 PM

Dates: Select Sundays from July 6 through August 31

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