Nostalgic for drive-in movies? Introduce your family to the magic of the drive-in theater this summer at Starlight Cinema, part of the Fairfax County Park Authority’s Summer Entertainment Series. During the first four Saturdays in August, bask in the dreamy atmosphere of movies by starlight at Sully Historic Site, located at 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly.
View the big screen from your car or bring chairs and picnic blankets to watch from the lawn. Gates open at 6 p.m., be sure to arrive early to secure an ideal viewing spot. Catch the pre-show, live children’s entertainment at 7 p.m. Then, sit back and enjoy a feature film after dark.
School supplies donations will be accepted at all Starlight Cinema events, learn more at by visiting the Starlight Cinema webpage. The rain date will be Saturday, Aug. 30. Additional details in case of cancellations can be found by visiting the Summer Entertainment Series website.
This season’s Starlight Cinema brings an all-new lineup of movies:
- Saturday, Aug. 2: "Harold and the Purple Crayon" at 8 p.m. and performance by Rocknoceros at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 9: "Moana 2" at 8 p.m. and performance by Groovy Nate at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 16: "Wild Robot" at 8 p.m. and performance by Uncle Ty-Rone at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 23: "Ratatouille" at 8 p.m. and performance by the grandsons jr. at 7 p.m.
Explore the entire 2025 Summer Entertainment Series schedule at by visiting the Summer Entertainment Series website. Sign up for updates about the upcoming schedule by subscribing to the Summer Concert Series e-news.
Performances are held outdoors — lawn chairs welcome. In the event of inclement weather, cancellations are posted online or call the hotline at 571-202-SHOW (7469) one hour before showtime.
The Summer Entertainment Series performances are presented in partnership with the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, the Fairfax County Park Foundation, and the invaluable support of individuals, businesses, corporations and volunteers who contribute to the success of these entertainment series.
The Summer Entertainment Series is sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation. The Fairfax County Park Foundation, a 501(c)(3), supports the Fairfax County Park Authority by raising private funds, obtaining grants, and creating partnerships that supplement tax dollars to meet our community’s needs for park land, facilities, and services. Visit the Fairfax County Park Foundation website for more information or call 703-324-8582.