The idea behind these outdoor cinema nights is simple: for one evening, turn a public space into an open-air movie theater. Some screenings even allow picnics on-site before the film begins, reinforcing the communal spirit that defines this kind of summer meetup. The programming typically favors family-friendly and mainstream titles to bring together several generations for one shared screening.
In Cergy, screenings take place across several neighborhoods to reach the widest possible audience. This near-to-the-people format brings public spaces to life during school holidays while making culture more accessible. The sessions are free to attend and are woven into the city’s abundant summer activities.
Outdoor cinema has become a must-attend rendezvous of the summer season in Île-de-France. In Paris, several events let you watch films in sometimes unconventional settings, such as the rojections de La Villette, the Ciné-Jardins sessions, Une Toile sous les étoiles in the courtyard of the Monnaie de Paris, the Ciné Tarmac evenings at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace, or the screenings organized in the courtyard of the mairie du 11ᵉ arrondissement. Other festivals venture into unusual venues, like Branche et Ciné, which offers screenings deep in the forests of Île-de-France.
Cergy's outdoor cinema screenings are completely free and open to everyone—enjoy the screening!
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Dates and Opening Time
From July 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026
Location
Cergy-Pontoise
3 Place Olympe de Gouges
95000 Cergy
Prices
Free
Official website
www.cergy.fr



Outdoor cinema festivals in Paris: our Spring–Summer 2026 selection


