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SF’s Friday Outdoor Movie Night “Barbie” + Free Popcorn

Every Friday Through October 28th.
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Completely Free

McCoppin Square | Taraval and 23rd Ave., San Francisco, CA

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SF’s Friday Outdoor “Movies In McCoppin” 2024 + Free Popcorn (Oct. 4-25)

Join POPS this October for the annual Movies in McCoppin event—a month of free, family-friendly fun under the stars! Every Friday night, McCoppin Square Playground will transform into an outdoor movie theater where you can enjoy popular films with your loved ones. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, entertainment, and community spirit.

Event Details:

  • Where: McCoppin Square Playground (Taraval St. & 23rd Ave.)
  • When: Every Friday in October. Festivities start at 6 PM, and movies begin at sundown.
  • What’s Included: Free popcorn, delicious food, and exciting family activities before the movie!

2024 Movie Line-Up:

  • October 4 – “Wonka”: Get ready for a magical journey into Willy Wonka’s whimsical world.
  • October 11 – “Turning Red”: A heartwarming animated film about friendship, family, and growing up.
  • October 18 – “The Little Mermaid”: Dive into the enchanting underwater tale of Ariel and her quest for adventure.
  • October 25 – “Barbie”: Close out the month with the highly anticipated blockbuster that reimagines Barbie’s world with a twist!

Pack your blankets, bring your lawn chairs, and settle in for a perfect fall evening. Whether you’re coming for the fantastic films, the free treats, or just to enjoy the community atmosphere, Movies in McCoppin has something for everyone.

Mark your calendars and join us for a month of fun-filled Fridays! We can’t wait to see you there at McCoppin Square Playground.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Completely Free
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Free Food, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Movies, Outdoor Movie Night, Outdoors
Address: Taraval and 23rd Ave., San Francisco, CA

Friday, October 25, 2024

9:00 am   Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)  FREE*
*Free from 9-10am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; otherwise non-resident admission is $12 - $16 depending on the season. San Francisco residents are always free with valid ID
11:00 am   “Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)  FREE*
*Every Friday pay anywhere from $0 up to $10. When a customer pays the full price of $10, TATO will give a free meal to someone in need in The City. Please note promotion might end at any time
3:00 pm   Scaregrove Halloween 2024 w/ Carnival Rides, Haunted House & More (SF)  FREE
3:00 pm   Final Weekend of Ocean Beach Bonfires for 2024 (Ends Oct. 31)  FREE*
*Fire rings are first come, first serve
5:00 pm   2-for-1 Tix: SF’s Ocean Ave. “Autumn Wine Walk” Tasting w/ 7 Wines + Appetizers (2024)  $12.51*
*Get 2-for-1 tickets (normally $23.18 each) with code FUNCHEAP
5:00 pm   “Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)  FREE*
*Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries
5:00 pm   $1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)  FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
5:00 pm   Friday Nights at OMCA with La Doña  FREE*
*Music, activities, garden access is all free; food and drinks for purchase; gallery entry requires Museum ticket purchase
6:00 pm   Win Tix: SF’s Epic “Breakaway Music Festival” 2024 (Oct. 25-26)  FREE*
*WIN. Must be 18+
6:00 pm   25% Off: SF’s Epic Halloween Pub Crawl “Crawloween 2023” (Oct. 25-31)  $9*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for 25% off tickets to Friday and Halloween Night - prices rise as we get closer to the event. Includes entry to the event, Free Cover at all bars and drink specials
7:00 pm   Laugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2024)  FREE*
*Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:00 pm   SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 8:45p)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (The Function)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   Win Tix: Chillwave Producer “Toro Y Moi” & Hip-Hop Star “Aminé” Live in Berkeley  FREE*
*WIN
7:00 pm   “Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)  FREE*
*RSVP Required
7:00 pm   Free Outdoor Movie Night “Coco” at The Crossing (SF)  FREE*
*free & open to the public
7:00 pm   “Nightmare on Franklin St.” SF’s 1886 Victorian Haunted House (Oct. 18 – Nov. 1)  $69*
*tickets start at $59 but it looks like it's dynamic pricing and tickets range from 59 to 79
7:00 pm   FREE: Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktail Night 2024 (7p + 9p Shows)  FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
8:00 pm   SF’s 17-Year Run “Secret Improv Society” (Fridays & Saturdays)  $20*
*Normally $25, use secret code FUNCHEAP for $5 off tickets
8:00 pm   $5 Off Tix: The Olivier Award-Winning Comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong” at SF Playhouse (Sept. 21-Nov. 9)  $15*
*Tickets normally start at $20, but you can get $5 off with code FUNCHEAP. Not valid for past purchases. Subject to availability.
8:00 pm   “The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
8:00 pm   $5 Off: “The Confessional” SF’s Wild “Sins & Secrets” Improv Comedy Show  $11.94*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $17.12) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
8:00 pm   Final Week: 30% Off Tix – Cult-Hit Musical “Ride the Cyclone” Playing at NCTC (Sept. 20 – Oct. 27)  $30*
*Get 30% off tickets w/ secret code FUN30 at nctcsf.org - Promo code is valid on all tickets except already-discounted tickets for students/educators/seniors/veterans.
8:45 pm   SF’s HellaDesi Comedy Night (Every Friday & Saturday)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $10 advanced tickets or $20 at door without RSVP
9:00 pm   $5 Off: “Your Fucked Up Relationship” Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)  $16.37*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $21.49) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
10:00 pm   SF’s Free Late Night “Crazy Funny Asians” 10pm Comedy Show (Fri & Sat)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
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