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Free Outdoor Movie Nights In OC

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If you are looking for events to put on your summer calendar, look no further. Take in the fresh Orange County air while being entertained with movie showings at dusk, arts, crafts and food. The best news is that the movies are free, so you can have fun with the entire family without putting a dent in your pocket book.

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Movies In The Park - Dana Point
Lantern Bay Park
25111 Park Lantern Road
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 248-3530
www.danapoint.org

This June, be sure to fill your Fridays with Dana Point's Movie in the Park nights. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a unique movie-watching experience. Perfect for date night or a night out with the entire family, this event will help spice up your summer activities. In addition to illustrating entertaining movies, snacks will be available for purchase to accompany the evening.

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Movies In The Park - Lake Forest
Mountain View Park
4601 Dylan St.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 461-3400
www.lakeforestca.gov

Check out Movies in the Park at Lake Forest this summer. Bring the whole family for this evening of entertainment, art and crafts. Food will also be available for purchase to accompany your night out on the town. Don't miss this affordable evening that's perfect for a romantic date or night out with the kiddos. The next screening is Friday, August 7, 2015 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm.

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Movies In The Park - Fountain Valley
Harper Park
8675 Blue Bird Ave.
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 593-4400
www.fountainvalley.org

This summer, Fountain Valley will hold their Movies in the Park series at a variety of parks. Movies include Disney's "Frozen," "How To Train Your Dragon," "Kung Fu Panda" and others. With all movies being free, it's a great way to spend a warm summer night!

Related: Best Movie Theaters In Orange County

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Movies In The Park - Los Alamitos
Laurel Park
10862 Bloomfield St.
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
(562) 430-1073
www.cityoflosalamitos.org

Bring your blanket and lawn chairs and watch some of your favorite Blockbuster movies! If you are looking for a fun, free night out with friends and family, look no further. Los Alamitos hosts Movies in the Park during the summer on Saturdays at 6:30pm. There will even be live music played at the event. With the combination of hit movies and live bands, you can't go wrong.

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Movies In The Park - Placentia 
Placentia Sports Complex
Placentia, CA 92870
(714) 993-8232
www.placentia.org

If you are watching your budget but still want to take part in a fun event hosted by the community, be sure to attend Movies in the Park in Placentia. Grab your blanket and lawn chairs and get cozy while watching a movie during a nice night in Orange County. Check out some of the movies being showcased here.

Related: Best Movies Set In Orange County

Stacy Brecht is a professional writer, dancer, marketer and model in the Los Angeles area. Brecht also enjoys traveling, wine, fitness training, volunteering, movies and trying new restaurants. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.

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