Presented by the Omaha Streetcar Authority, free outdoor movies are returning to Turner Park on June 20 and July 11
Get ready, Omaha, as Turner Park in Midtown Crossing will host two free outdoor movie nights this summer to celebrate Omaha’s bright future with the streetcar and encourage the community to support one of Omaha’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Friday Night Movies in Turner Park presented by the Omaha Streetcar Authority will feature two blockbusters, “Guardians of the Galaxy” on Friday, June 20, and “Wicked” on Friday, July 11. The event is hosted by the Omaha Streetcar Authority and is sponsored by streetcar partners Benesch, Hawkins Construction Company, HDR and Jacobs. The event is made possible through the generous support of these sponsors, who have fully funded this experience.
“Midtown Crossing is thrilled to bring the big screen back to Omaha’s scenic Turner Park,” said Molly Skold, vice president of marketing and communications for Midtown Crossing. “We invite the entire community to join us for two blockbuster nights under the stars with the screening of these iconic family movies.”
Business owners in the neighborhood are looking forward to welcoming Omahans to the neighborhood for food, drink, fun and film.
“Turner Park in Midtown Crossing is one of Omaha’s premier community gathering spots, and it will be made all the more vibrant with the arrival of the Omaha streetcar,” said Rick Gustafson, interim executive director of the Omaha Streetcar Authority. “We understand recent construction has been challenging, which is why we’re excited to support local businesses, have some fun and celebrate the magic of the movies.”
When: Each movie will begin approximately at dusk. Turner Park will open at 5 p.m. for moviegoers to claim their spots with blankets or lawn chairs.
What to bring: Blankets, lawn chairs and leashed pets are welcome. For more information about items that are allowed in the park, please visit the event Facebook page.
Food: Midtown Crossing is home to a dozen locally owned restaurants, pubs and dessert shops within walking distance of Turner Park. From ice-cold beverages to mouthwatering bites, the restaurants of Midtown Crossing deliver a feast for the senses. Whether you’re craving wood-fired pizza, tacos, tangy wings, Asian cuisine, sandwiches, burgers, or indulgent desserts like ice cream and boba tea, there’s something to satisfy every palate. View a full list of Midtown Crossing restaurants.
Parking: Three hours of free parking are available in Midtown Crossing parking garages with retailer validation. The garages are easily accessible from 33rd, Farnam and Harney Streets. For updated information about parking in Midtown Crossing during construction, visit midtowncrossing.com/parking-streetcar-construction.
Learn more about the event here.
Friday Night Movies in Turner Park presented by the Omaha Streetcar Authority is made possible by its generous sponsors Benesch, Hawkins Construction Company, HDR and Jacobs.
About Midtown Crossing
This is what a strong urban core looks like — a diverse neighborhood where restaurants and retail, community events and individual experiences radiate. An energetic embrace when you want to live loudly, a quiet escape when you don’t. 16 acres of life’s little extras: activity, serenity, community. Perfectly centered. East of expected.
About the Omaha Streetcar Authority
When the Omaha streetcar begins operating in 2028, the initial 3.1-mile line will connect neighborhoods, business districts, tourist attractions and community amenities between downtown Omaha and the Blackstone neighborhood. The streetcar is more than just a transit solution — it’s a driving force for economic growth, spurring billions of dollars in new development in Omaha’s urban core to create new jobs, new housing and new opportunities. Learn more at OmahaStreetcar.org.
