Drive-In Movie Series Returns To Port Washington

NORTH HEMPSTEAD, NY — The world’s most famous Amazon will return to the big screen in “Wonder Woman 1984,” along with other beloved characters this summer, as part of North Hempstead Town’s popular drive-in movie series.

The series, which will also feature recent releases like “The Greatest Showman,” as well as classics like “The Karate Kid,” kicks off in May at North Hempstead Town Beach Park in Port Washington.

The screenings are free, but town officials are encouraging attendees to bring non-perishable or canned foods as part of its food donation drive.

The upcoming screenings will include:

• Saturday, May 8, at 8:30 p.m. – “Brave”
• Saturday, May 22, at 8:30 p.m. – “Wonder Woman 1984”
• Saturday, June 12, at 9 p.m. – “The Karate Kid”
• Sunday, June 27, at 9 p.m. – “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”
• Saturday, July 17, at 9 p.m. – “The Greatest Showman”
• Sunday, Aug. 1, at 9 p.m. – “The Boss Baby”
• Saturday, Aug. 14, at 8:30 p.m. – “Monsters Inc.”
• Sunday, Aug. 29, at 8:30 p.m. – “Up”

“Black Panther” will also be screened at Martin “Bunky” Reid Park in Westbury, which is the town’s “Movie on the Lawn” location, on June 11 at 9 p.m.

Supervisor Judi Bosworth said town officials are proud to offer “free and fun opportunities for families to enjoy a night out while still keeping safe with proper social distancing guidelines.”

“With renewed popularity during the pandemic, our drive-in movie series is the perfect way to enjoy a film under the stars,” she added.

Advance registration for the movie screenings are not required, but residents must show proof of residency before entering the park, town officials said. Town officials will begin admitting cars to the park an hour prior to the start of the film. Restroom facilities will be available during the showings, officials said.

For more information, call 516-869-6311.