Bergen County Brings Back Free Movies, Concerts In Parks For Summer 2026

NEW MILFORD, NJ — Bergen County has announced the return of its Movies & Music in the Park summer series for 2026.

The event series brings 25 free film screenings and concerts to four county parks.

The annual program includes movie nights in Paramus and Westwood, along with concerts in Ridgefield Park and North Arlington.

According to Bergen County, the schedule includes 11 film screenings at Van Saun County Park, three film screenings at Pascack Brook County Park, five concerts at the Amphitheater at Overpeck County Park and six concerts at The Stage at Riverside County Park-South.

All movie screenings start at 8:30 p.m., and all concerts start at 7 p.m. Events are weather permitting.

“Movies & Music in the Park has always been one of our favorite seasonal traditions, and we are thrilled for this year’s summer lineup,” Bergen County Executive, Jim Tedesco said.

“We know, so many are excited about this year’s schedule, so we hope you can make it and enjoy a free, relaxing night out with your family and friends.”

The county is encouraging attendees to bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. Bergen County said the series is intended to offer residents a relaxed summer outing built around free entertainment in county parks.

Movie Schedule

Pascack Brook County Park – 150 Emerson Road, Westwood
Wednesday, July 8 – Captain America: Brave New World (PG-13)
Wednesday, July 15 – The Naked Gun (PG-13)
Wednesday, July 22 – Karate Kid: Legends (PG-13)

Van Saun County Park – 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus
Friday, July 10 – Miracle (PG)
Friday, July 17 – Sketch (PG)
Friday, July 24 – Goat (Rated PG)
Wednesday, July 29 – Tron: Ares (PG)
Wednesday, August 5 – Superman (PG-13)
Friday, August 7 – The SpongeBob Movie: Search for the SquarePants (PG)
Wednesday, August 12 – Wicked: For Good (PG)
Friday, August 14 – Elio (PG)
Wednesday, August 19 – Jurassic World: Rebirth (PG-13)
Friday, August 21 – Zootopia 2 (PG)

Concert Schedule

The Amphitheater at Overpeck County Park – 199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park
Thursday, July 9 – Saltwater Country (Country & Pop)
Thursday, July 16 – La Caribeña (Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia)
Thursday, July 23 – Swingadelic (Swing)
Thursday, July 30 – Dr. K’s Motown Revue (60’s Motown)
Thursday, August 6 – The Chain (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)
The Stage at Riverside County Park–South – 453 River Road, North Arlington
Tuesday, July 7 – Shake, Rattle & Soul (60,s-70’s Pop & Rock n’ Roll)
Tuesday, July 14 – The Mighty Spectrum Band (Rock n’ Roll)
Tuesday, July 21 – Almost Eras: The Taylor Swift Experience (Taylor Swift Tribute)
Tuesday, July 28 – Suit & Mai Tai (Yacht Rock)
Tuesday, August 11 – Here’s Elton John (Elton John Tribute)
Tuesday, August 18 – Danny V’s 52^nd Street Band (Billy Joel Tribute)

Residents looking for weather updates or schedule changes can visit www.bergencountynj.gov or follow the Bergen County Parks System on social media.