Bring a blanket and spread out at the Queens Botanical Garden for its Movie Nights series. Probably the most beautiful setting for outdoor film screenings, the garden offers up gorgeous golden hour views and seasonal, movie-themed food and refreshments (you pay for with a complimentary $5 voucher) as well as exclusive after-hours access, hands-on craft activities and live performances based on featured films. Tickets start at $17 per adult and $15 per child ($55 for a family of four). There is a parking fee ($8-$10) and you must register beforehand on eventbrite.com. Movies begin at 8:30pm.
Here's the lineup:
July 1: Men in Black
July 9: A Bug's Life
July 16: Grease
July 23: Jurassic Park
July 30: Encanto
August 6: Princess and the Frog
August 19: Jungle Cruise