The National Bank of Indianapolis

Summer Nights Film Series

The National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series
Doors open at 7 PM | Film begins at dusk

15 movies. 13 summer nights.  

This June, July, and August, watch the sun set and catch a film in The Amphitheater for Indy’s favorite summer tradition, The National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series.  Gather your friends and family to experience a lineup of timeless classics and hidden gems. Bring your blankets, pack your favorite snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, and enjoy the show under the stars. Don’t forget sunscreen and bug spray. It is summertime in Indiana, after all.  

Doors will open at 7 PM. Arrive early to grab the perfect patch of grass, pick up some popcorn, and relax as the sun sets behind The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park. 

Before each film, enjoy music from local DJs and challenge your friends to trivia, games, and activities. Film start times will vary throughout the season.  Alcoholic beverages and additional concessions are available for purchase until 30 minutes after the film begins. 

Want to travel light?  Add a chair rental for $8 and we'll do the heavy lifting for you. 

In the event of inclement weather films will be screened in The Tobias Theater at 9 PM. You will be notified via email on any weather calls as soon as they are made. 

Friday, June 6–Saturday, August 30, 2025
The Amphitheater at Newfields
Advance tickets required
Public Tickets on Sale
2
Days
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15
Hours
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56
Minutes
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28
Seconds

 

PRICING

Public  
Adult $13
Children 5 & Under Free
   
Members  
Adult $10
Children 5 & Under Free
   
Access Pass $5
   
Reserve a Chair $8

 

 

Friday, June 6, 2025 

Dangerous Liaisons

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

Marquise de Merteuil (Glenn Close) and the Vicomte de Valmont (John Malkovich) play a wicked game to manipulate their lovers and rivals.

Friday, June 13, 2025

The Wizard of Oz

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

Swept away by a tornado to the magical land of Oz, Dorothy must journey to find the wizard and return home, making friends and enemies along the way.

Friday, June 20, 2025

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

After the destruction of the Death Star, Imperial forces continue to pursue the Rebels on the ice planet Hoth.

Saturday, June 28, 2025

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

A prince, a pumpkin, a glass slipper...history’s most enduring fairy tale returns with a thoroughly modern twist. 

Thursday, July 3, 2025 

Captain America: The First Avenger 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

Steve Rogers, a rejected military soldier, transforms into Captain America after taking a dose of a "Super-Soldier serum".

Friday, July 11, 2025

Breakfast at Tiffany’s

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

Young New York socialite Holly Golightly becomes interested in her reclusive neighbor, Paul, but her past threatens to get in the way.  

Saturday, July 12, 2025 

Robin Hood 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

The classic story in an animated musical adventure featuring Foxy Robin Hood and Little John.

Friday, July 18, 2025

Love & Basketball 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

Childhood friends and next-door neighbors Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps) navigate their respective basketball careers and relationship with each other.   

Friday, July 25 & Saturday, July 26, 2025

Indy Shorts International Film Festival Partnership Screening

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

Festival Favorites will feature short compilations from the Indy Shorts International Film Festival, running July 22–27, 2025 at Newfields from our friends at Heartland Film, Inc. 

Friday, August 1, 2025

Get Out 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

In this psychological thriller about race and privilege, Chris, a young Black man, meets his white girlfriend's family on their estate and uncovers shocking secrets. 

Friday, August 8, 2025

The Emperor’s New Groove 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

After Emperor Kuzco’s advisor Yzma turns him into a llama to steal the throne, he enlists the help of villager, Pacha to regain his throne and human form.

Friday, August 15, 2025

Planet of the Apes 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

After being kept in hyper sleep, astronaut George Taylor (Charlton Heston) crash lands on a mysterious planet where highly intelligent apes rule and humans are enslaved. 

Friday, August 22, 2025

A Knight’s Tale 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

A peasant squire named William is fueled by his desire for food and glory and creates a new identity for himself as a knight to compete in jousting tournaments.   

Friday, August 29, 2025

Mulan

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

With Mulan's father too ill to fight in the army, she disguises herself as a man to assume his place with the help of her trusty dragon sidekick, Mushu.  

Saturday, August 30, 2025

To Catch a Thief 

The Amphitheater at Newfields
Doors open at 7 PM / Film begins at dusk

In this Alfred Hitchcock classic featuring Carey Grant, a retired cat burglar trying to solve a series of jewel thefts with the help of charming socialite Frances, played by Grace Kelly. 


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Inclement Weather:   

The National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series is a rain or shine event.  In the event of inclement weather, films will be screened in The Tobias Theater at 9 PM and doors will still open at 7 PM. Check the website and social media for updates on the weather before you head out to the movie. Ticket holders will receive an email about any changes to the scheduled film screening. If the screening is halted due to inclement weather less than 45 minutes into the screening, guests will receive a full refund.

What can I bring? 

Bring your blanket, chairs, bug spray, sunscreen, sunglasses, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. You can purchase beer, wine, soda, water, and snacks from our Culinary Arts team until 30 minutes after the film begins.  

What should I leave at home?   

Pets, alcohol, candles over 12", knives (cut the rice krispie treats before you leave!) and anything you won't be able to get down the stairs easily.

Content Warning: 

Because this film series spans a variety of genres and decades, these movies may contain depictions and/or treatment of people or cultures that can be interpreted from a variety of lenses. It is important to understand the content and language used in the context of the films. You can find information about potentially triggering content for each film at commonsensemedia.org. If you have any questions or would like to know more about a specific film, please contact us at info@discovernewfields.org.

Accessibility: 

Seating for attendees with limited mobility is available upon request. Assistive Listening Devices are available upon request and each film will be presented with closed captioning (when available). If you have any questions, please contact us at info@discovernewfields.org.

Reserved Seating: 

Interested in the chairs, but you’re not sure? The chairs are armless, low profile, and can hold up to 350 pounds. If you select chairs, we'll have you tell us who else you're sitting with so we can put your chairs together.  


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