Seaside Movie Nights 2026
Published June 30, 2026
2026 Movies:
Saturday, August 22 – Ferris Bueller
Saturday, September 19 – Shrek
Ventura Harbor Village invites you to enjoy a fun lineup of films, shown outdoors on the waterfront lawn. Free movie nights are the perfect way to soak up coastal vibes with family and friends. Films are show on the Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn – near 1591 Spinnaker Dr, Ventura, CA
Bring your blankets and low chairs. Come early to grab a spot on the lawn and enjoy festive preshow entertainment, music, snacks, and giveaways before the movie begins.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
40th Anniversary Screening
Saturday, August 22, 2026
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Preshow Entertainment: 7:00PM
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Movie Start: Just after sunset (approx. 7:45PM)
Click for more details on Ferris Bueller’s Day Off ›
Shrek
25th Anniversary Screening (come in costume!)
Saturday, September 19, 2026
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Preshow Entertainment: 6:30 PM
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Movie Start: Just after sunset (approx. 7:15 PM)
Get the Shrek movie night scoop ›
Event Perks & Tips
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Free Admission – no tickets required
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Parking: Park right up front in Village & Beach Lots for only $1 a hour (or find free parking in Dolphin Lot or in designated spots along Spinnaker Dr.)
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Lawn Seating – blankets and low-back chairs encouraged
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Pre-show Entertainment – Tunes, games & giveaways with our charismatic cinema host
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Snacks & Sips – grab kettle corn, coffee, and candy from vendors right on the lawn or take out from your favorite harbor restaurants
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Harbor Shops – grab cozy gear from local harbor retailers for sweatshirts, blankets, & socks for movie night comfort
Friendly Parking Reminder
To help keep the Harbor clean, safe, and accessible—and to support community events just like this— paid parking program is in place in Ventura Harbor Village and nearby beach lots every Friday to Sunday from 10am to 8pm.
Standard Rates:
- $1 per hour (up to 4 hours)
- $10 for a full-day pass
- Visits under one hour are complimentary with license plate entry
- Parking is always free Monday thru Thursday (excluding holidays)
You still have free options!
- Park in designated free spots along Spinnaker Drive (look for signage)
- Or head to the Dolphin Lot at Safe Harbor Ventura Isle, which remains free to the public (just a short scenic waterfront away)
Thank you for your understanding and support — it helps keep these beloved community events going strong. For details or to share feedback, please visit VenturaHarbor.com/Parking
Don’t miss this free and family-friendly way to celebrate summer and fall at the coast!