Get ready for a summer of cinematic magic in Bethany Beach! The 2024 Movies on the Beach & Bandstand series offers a delightful lineup of family-friendly films under the stars. Here’s what you need to know:
MOVIES ON THE BEACH
- Schedule: Monday nights at dusk from June to August.
- Location: On the beach.
- Note: Bring a sand chair or blanket.
MOVIES ON THE BANDSTAND
- Schedule: Friday nights at dusk in September.
- Location: Bandstand.
- Note: Limited bench seating available.
Important: All movie nights are subject to weather and beach conditions.
Movie Lineup
Under the Boardwalk
- Date: June 3
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: Two crabs embark on an epic journey to get home after a storm sweeps them away. Their courage soon unites their families, paving the way for great summers to come.
The Little Mermaid (New One)
- Date: June 10
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: Ariel, the youngest of King Triton’s daughters, longs to learn more about the world beyond the sea. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula to experience life on land, risking her life and her father’s crown.
The Game Plan
- Date: June 17
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: A superstar quarterback discovers he has an 8-year-old daughter who asks to live with him until her mother returns from Africa.
Elemental
- Date: June 24
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: Set in Element City, the film follows Ember, a fiery young woman, whose friendship with a water guy named Wade challenges her beliefs about their world.
Camp Hideout
- Date: July 1
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: Troubled teen Noah hides out in a church summer camp after stealing a top-secret device. He must protect his new friends when the thugs come looking for him.
Gran Turismo
- Date: July 8
- Rating: PG-13
- Synopsis: Based on true events, teenage gaming wunderkind Jann Mardenborough uses his digital racing skills to become a professional driver for Nissan.
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken
- Date: July 15
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: Ruby Gillman, a teenage sea kraken, discovers her destiny to reign as Warrior Queen of the Seven Seas while struggling to fit in at her high school.
Wonka
- Date: July 22
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: This fantasy musical film explores Willy Wonka’s rise as a young adult who eventually becomes a famous chocolatier.
Miracle
- Date: July 29
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: The sports drama about the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team led by head coach Herb Brooks.
Wish
- Date: August 5
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: Asha’s wild wishes for happiness come true when a cosmic energy ball named Star comes down to accompany her in defeating the ruthless King Magnifico.
Shazam
- Date: August 12
- Rating: PG-13
- Synopsis: 14-year-old Billy Batson transforms into the superhero Shazam by shouting a magic word, discovering his powers and responsibilities.
Migration
- Date: August 19
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: The animated film follows a family of ducks on a vacation journey from New England to Jamaica, navigating tricky routes through New York City.
Lyle, Lyle Crocodile
- Date: August 26
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: A reptile shares “The House on East 88th St.” with a boy named Josh and his family.
Barbie
- Date: September 13
- Rating: PG
- Synopsis: Barbie and Ken experience the joys and perils of the real world after leaving the seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land.
Arthur the King
- Date: September 20
- Rating: PG-13
- Synopsis: Based on a true story, ARTHUR THE KING follows a team of athletes in the Adventure Racing World Championship, redefining victory and friendship.
Princess Diaries
- Date: September 27
- Rating: G
- Synopsis: A European queen travels to San Francisco to find her long-lost granddaughter and groom her for the throne.
Other Events and Attractions in Bethany Beach Delaware
Additionally, Bethany Beach hosts a vibrant array of events throughout the summer and fall:
Bandstand Performances
- Summer Schedule: Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m.
- Fall Schedule: Saturday and Sunday nights at 6:30 p.m.
- Kids Nights: Wednesdays in July.
- Genres: Rock, pop, country, jazz, and more.
- Seating: Limited free bench seating; bring your own chair for guaranteed comfort.
Stay Connected:
- Facebook: @visitbethanybeach
- Instagram: @bethanybeachevents
- Twitter: @bethanybeachfun
- YouTube: @BethanyBeachGov
For questions about town happenings, contact Events Director Julie Malewski at 302-539-8011, ext. 123.
Enjoy a summer filled with movies, music, and fun at Bethany Beach!
Information in this article sourced from: https://www.townofbethanybeach.com/396/Movies-on-the-Beach
