Cinéma en Plein Air du Grand Nancy
Free film screenings under the stars all summer long
2026
About Cinéma Plein Air
Cinéma Plein Air — edition 2026
Summer 2026: Cinema returns outdoors
The Cinéma en Plein Air du Grand Nancy returns for summer 2026 with a new program of free screenings in the parks and public spaces of the metropolitan area. The exact dates and program will be announced in spring 2026.
Highlights Cinéma Plein Air 2026
- Free screenings all summer long
- Screenings in the parks of the metropolis
- Activities and food trucks
Prices Cinéma Plein Air 2026
Practical information — Cinéma Plein Air
Practical Information
Dates
From early July to the end of August. Screenings take place at nightfall, generally between 9:30 PM and 10:30 PM depending on the time of summer.
Access
Screening locations vary from one screening to another. Consult the detailed program on the website of the Métropole du Grand Nancy or Nancy Tourisme to find the exact locations.
- By public transport: The Stan network (bus and tram) serves the main screening locations.
- By car: Free parking near the parks and screening areas.
Prices
All screenings are free and open to all. No reservation is necessary. It is recommended to arrive early to settle in comfortably.
Practical tips
- Bring a throw or blanket to sit comfortably on the grass.
- Bring warm clothing for the end of the evening.
- Screenings are held unless there is heavy rain.
Contact
- Métropole du Grand Nancy
- Website: grandnancy.eu
- Nancy Tourisme: nancy-tourisme.fr
Cinema under the stars in Grand Nancy
Every summer, the Métropole du Grand Nancy offers residents and visitors a program of free open-air cinema. Giant screens are set up in the parks, gardens, and squares of the metropolitan area to offer screenings at nightfall, in a friendly and family atmosphere.
A varied and accessible program
The programming balances cult films, recent hits, animated films for families, and more niche works. The goal is to offer cinema for all tastes and ages, in a relaxed and festive setting.
Multiple screening locations
The screenings take place in various locations within the metropolis, allowing each neighborhood and town to enjoy open-air cinema:
- Parc de la Pépinière in Nancy
- Parc Olry in Nancy
- Nancy Thermal
- Plage des 2 Rives
- Château Madame de Graffigny in Villers-lès-Nancy
- Parc Richard-Pouille
- Various towns in the metropolis depending on the editions
Activities around the screenings
Open-air cinema evenings are not just about the screenings themselves. The Métropole du Grand Nancy accompanies each screening with various activities that enhance the experience:
- Concerts and DJ sets: local artists provide the musical atmosphere before the screenings.
- Food trucks: catering on-site with food trucks offering various specialties.
- Wellness sessions: yoga, relaxation, or gentle sports activities before some screenings.
- Film archives: screening of amateur films from Nancy archives as a prelude.
An unmissable summer event
With about fifteen screenings spread throughout the summer, the Cinéma en Plein Air du Grand Nancy has become an unmissable summer event for families and cinephiles. The free nature of the event makes it a moment of sharing and conviviality accessible to all, contributing to the animation of summer evenings in the metropolis.
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