Warm summer days and cool breezes at night-- this is one of the things I love most about the summer! Another thing I love is spending quality time with the family. But, as you know, it's extremely hard to get the little ones to sit for more than five minutes. Outdoor movies and concerts solve that problem. These special events are the perfect opportunities to enjoy beautiful summer nights and relax with your family all in one place.
Here are some opportunities for outdoor entertainment in or near Sussex County.
August Outdoor Movies
Free Movies Under the Stars with Sparta Recreation
Dykstra Park, Woodport Road, Sparta
- Aug 7: Raya and the Last Dragon
Free Summer Movie Nights on the Beach with Franklin Recreation
Franklin Borough Pond Park, Franklin
- August 13: Friday the 13th (Rated R)
Free Movies in the Park with Hardyston Recreation
Wheatsworth Field, Wheatsworth Road, Hamburg
- Aug 14: Raya and the Last Dragon
- Aug 21: Jumanji - Welcome to the Jungle
- Aug 28: Tom & Jerry (2021)
Free Outdoor Movies with Newton Recreation
Memory Park, 111 Moran Street, Newton
- Aug 27: Raya and the Last Dragon
August Outdoor Concerts
Free Sparta Arts Summer Concert Series
Dykstra Park, Woodport Road, Sparta
- Aug 6: King Solomon Hicks
- Aug 13: John Byrne Band
- Aug 20: Peter Karp & The Roadshow
- Aug 27: Daniela Cotton
Free Songs of Summer with Sussex County Community College
Sussex County Community College, 1 College Hill Road, Newton
- Aug 12: Cabaret Music on the Green
FREE High Point State Park Summer Concert Series
Lake Marcia Beach, High Point State Park, Sussex
- Aug 13: Stephie's Kitchen - R&B and Top 40
Pennings Farm
161 State Route 94 South, Warwick, NY
- Aug 1: Time Peace, 3-6pm, $5 cover at the door
- Aug 6: One Man Gathers, 6-9pm, $10 cover at the door – includes one drink
- Aug 8: Paul Binotto & Mike Hickey, 3-6pm, $5 cover at the door
- Aug 13: Marc Von Em Trio, 6-9pm, $10 cover at the door – includes one drink
- Aug 15: The Harrisons, 3-6pm, $5 cover at the door
- Aug 20: Moonshine Creek, 6-9pm, $10 cover at the door – includes one drink
- Aug 22: Sean O’Flynn, 3-6pm, $5 cover at the door
- Aug 27: Nailed Shutt, 6-9pm, $10 cover at the door – includes one drink
- Aug 29: Kootz Trio, 3-6pm, $5 cover at the door
Tips & Tricks for Enjoying Outdoor Entertainment in Sussex County:
- Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets for each family member to sit on.
- Remember bug spray!
- Come prepared with snacks and drinks in an easy-to-carry tote. It may be a bit of a hike to the viewing area.
- Figure out where the bathrooms are located before it gets too dark... just in case.
- Prepare a meeting destination should anyone in your family get split up.
- Pack hand sanitizer and/or Wet Wipes to combat those sticky, dirty hands.
- Bring a flashlight for the walk back to the car.
- Don't be a litterbug. Bring a plastic bag to clean up your garbage.
