Newfields Summer Nights: Indy Shorts International Film Festival Summer Nights Screenings

The National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series is back at Newfields this summer, and this year the beloved tradition celebrates 50 years of flicks and fun. Grab family and friends, pack a blanket or a few chairs, and settle in for movies under the stars. The 2026 lineup stretches across decades, mixing timeless classics, recent hits and short films. Concessions and drinks are available on site, but guests are welcome to bring their own picnic and non-alcoholic beverages. Sunscreen and bug spray are a good idea too.

Indy Shorts International Film Festival Summer Nights Screenings

Presented in partnership with Heartland Film, this Summer Nights screening features a selection of award-winning short films as part of the Indy Shorts International Film Festival. Before the films, guests can enjoy games presented by Heartland Film.

2026 Summer Nights at Newfields Film Series Lineup

• Thursday, June 4 | Roman Holiday
• Friday, June 5 | Troop Beverly Hills
• Friday, June 12 | Some Like It Hot
• Friday, June 19 | Dreamgirls (Shown in The Garden)
• Saturday, June 20 | Sinners
• Thursday, July 2 | Hamilton (Shown in The Garden)
• Friday, July 3 | Jaws (Shown in The Garden)
• Friday, July 10 | A League of Their Own
• Friday, July 17 | Cabaret
• Friday & Saturday, July 24 and 25 | Indy Shorts International Film Festival Summer Nights Screenings
• Friday, July 31 | Selena
• Thursday, August 6 | Top Hat
• Friday, August 7 | The Fifth Element
• Friday, August 14 | Stage Fright
• Saturday, August 15 | Om Shanti Om
• Friday, August 21 | Black Panther
• Friday, August 28 | My Neighbor Totoro (Shown in The Tobias Theater)
• Saturday, August 29 | The Princess Bride