Few things say early fall quite like a movie under the stars. As the evenings finally start to cool off, both Dorchester and Summerville Parks & Rec have a great lineup of free outdoor movie nights coming up. Pack your blankets, lawn chairs, and a picnic dinner, and settle in for a relaxed family night out.

Here's what's on the calendar:

"Hoppers" at Ashley River Park
Saturday, September 12 | ~7:30pm | Ashley River Park

Dorchester Parks & Rec kicks things off with a screening of the family film "Hoppers." Bring your blankets and chairs, pack a picnic, and grab any extras from the concession stand, which will be available for purchase. The movie night is included with the park entry fee ($2/person).

"The Super Mario Galaxy" at Gahagan Park
Friday, September 18 | Pre-show at 7pm, movie at sunset | Gahagan Park front football field

Summerville Parks & Rec brings the action to Gahagan Park with "The Super Mario Galaxy." Pre-show activities, games, and food trucks open at 7pm, and the movie starts as soon as it's dark enough after sunset. Renewal by Andersen is the presenting sponsor. With food trucks on-site, this one makes for an easy dinner-and-a-movie night — no picnic prep required.

"Toy Story 5" at Davis Bailey Park
Saturday, October 3 | ~7pm | Davis Bailey Park, St. George

Dorchester Parks & Rec closes out the series with "Toy Story 5" in St. George. Same easy setup — blankets, lawn chairs, a picnic dinner, and concessions available for purchase. St. George is a bit of a drive from central Summerville, but a fun destination if you're up for it.

Whether you make it to one or all three, outdoor movie season is a simple, low-cost way to make a memory with the kids before the busy fall routine fully sets in.