Learn MoreIf you’re looking for fun outdoors, the perfect date night, or a chance to decompress, the Navy Memorial has you covered. Pack some snacks, grab a blanket, and relax under the stars with the Lone Sailor this summer at Movies on the Memorial – a series of outdoor film screenings that celebrate rich maritime heritage.
It’s the ultimate lineup for film lovers, history buffs, and naval enthusiasts to enjoy on a spacious outdoor plaza. Be captivated by a wide array of Navy-themed films, from classics like The Caine Mutiny to Hollywood favorites like Top Gun.
Movies will begin at dusk, but arrive early to get a prime spot on the Granite Sea. Concessions will be sold in the Navy Memorial Visitor Center.
Memorial Day to Labor Day
Every Thursday at dusk
7 June | GAME 5: Stanley Cup Finals
14 June | The Hunt for Red October (1990)
21 June | In the Navy (1941)
28 June | Top Gun (1986)
5 July | The Best Years of Our Lives (1946)
12 July | A Few Good Men (1992)
19 July | Action in the North Atlantic (1943)
26 July | Midway (1976)
2 August | The Sullivans (1944)
9 August | Crimson Tide (1995)
16 August | The Caine Mutiny (1954)
23 August | Pearl Harbor (2001)
30 August | Men of Honor (2000)
In the case of rain, movies will be shown inside the Arleigh & Roberta Burke Theater at 8:00pm, conveniently located in the adjacent Visitor Center. To learn more, contact Robert Parker at rparker@navymemorial.org or 202-380-0723.
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