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Moonlight Movies

2026 Moonlight Movies
Moonlight Movies | 2026

Experience favorite movies under the stars at the MFAH, just steps away from the sculpture garden. Take a seat on the sloping roof of the Glassell School of Art in the Amphitheater on The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza.

Stroll past the sculptures and settle in with a complimentary bag of popcorn. Signature cocktails inspired by the evening’s film are available for purchase.

The theme of “Time Travel” is showcased with screenings of Back to the Future on March 6, Time Bandits on March 13, and 13 Going on 30 on March 20. (Scroll down for more information.) A headset is provided to each guest for premium sound quality.

Tickets

  • $20 per person
  • $15 for MFAH members, students with ID, seniors (65+), and members of MFAH Film Buffs

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Helpful Information

  • A headset is provided to each guest for premium sound quality. 
  • Please do not bring outside food or drink.
  • Seating on the sloping roof is first come, first served.
  • Dress comfortably for Houston weather and backless bench seating. Feel free to bring a stadium seat or cushion.
  • No refunds or exchanges of tickets.
  • In the event of inclement weather, the screening moves to Lynn Wyatt Theater in the Kinder Building. 
  • Restrooms are available inside the Glassell School of Art.
  • On these Fridays, Cafe Leonelli stays open until 8 pm. Le Jardinier is open until 10 pm.
  • Pets may not be brought into the Museum; service animals on leashes and under their owners’ control are welcome.

Underwriting for the Film Department is provided by Tenaris and American Friends of Fundacion Proa Inc., The Robert Frank Foundation, Nina and Michael Zilkha, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Houston, Laurence P. Unger and Ben Hobratsch, and the Vaughn Foundation.
 
Generous funding is provided by the Foundation for Independent Media Arts; Lois Chiles; Franci Neely; Carrin Patman and Jim Derrick; and ILEX Foundation.