CineArts Festival

Bringing the Big Screen to the Garden.

An unforgettable outdoor cinema experience where film, community, and nature come together under the stars.

CineArts Festival

Bringing the Big Screen to the Garden.

An unforgettable outdoor cinema experience where film, community, and nature come together under the stars.

That's a Wrap on 2026 — Thanks for Making Every Movie Night Magical! 🎬✨

We want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for another wonderful season of CineArts Festival movie nights under the stars!

Your friendship, laughter, and enthusiasm are what make these evenings so special. We are incredibly grateful for the memories we’ve created together and encourage you to continue spreading the word about CineArts Festival. Next season, bring a friend or two and help us share the magic of movies under the stars!

Nominees for the 2027 Movie Council will be notified of their self-nomination status by October 31.

We look forward to welcoming you back for another exciting season of films beginning in May 2027!

With love and gratitude,

Jason, Taylor & Nala ❤️

2026 Season At a Glance

A season of great films, a stronger community, and unforgettable nights in the garden.

132
Total RSVPs

207
Expected Guests

169
Actual Guests

13
Walk-Ins

82%
Turnout

74°F
Average Temp

2026 Season Honorees

Recognizing the guests who showed up, joined in, and helped make this season unforgettable.

Attendance Award

Top attendees with the highest CineArts Festival screening attendance.

Perfect Attendance

Arjun Pundarika
Chuck McKeown

Attended all scheduled CineArts Festival screenings.

First On The List

Arjun Pundarika

Most first RSVPs for the CineArts Festival season.

2026 Movie Schedule

Six unforgettable nights. One incredible garden.

SEASON OPENER

May 9

The Sound of Music
(1965)

JUNE FEATURE

Jun 13

The Birdcage
(1996)

JULY FEATURE

Jul 11

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
(2010)

AUGUST FEATURE

Aug 8

Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist
(2008)

SEPTEMBER FEATURE

Sep 12

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
(2004)

SEASON FINALE

Oct 10

Shaun of the Dead
(2004)

2026 Movie Council

The Hearts Behind the Big Screen. 

Meet the Council

Jason
McAllister

Co-Founder

Taylor
McAllister

Co-Founder

Arjun
Pundarika

Director

Christine
Guerrero

Director

Dara
Reed

Director

Kevin
Azero

Director

The Mission

Our Movie Council is a dedicated group of ambassadors who champion the CineArts Festival experience.  They volunteer their time, support our community, and help create unforgettable movie nights in the garden.

Welcome to the CineArts Festival!

Fueled by our love for the outdoors, we’ve transformed our backyard into a secret haven where magic and memories come alive. Every corner is designed to surprise, delight, and entertain — a place where friends gather and new connections spark.

One of our favorite hidden treasures? Our enchanting outdoor cinema. Under a blanket of stars, we invite you to join us for the CineArts Festival — a monthly cinematic escape from May through October. It’s more than just movies; it’s an experience, a ritual, a chance to laugh, dream, and bond with kindred spirits.

Step into our world for an unforgettable evening… who knows what stories the night might bring?

Jason, Taylor & Nala

Featured Event


Featured Event

About the Movie

Selected By: –

Selected By:

Slushy Specials

2026 Movie Schedule

Six unforgettable nights. One incredible garden.

SEASON OPENER

The Sound of Music
(1965)

May 9

JUNE FEATURE

The Birdcage
(1996)

Jun 13

JULY FEATURE

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
(2010)

Jul 11

AUGUST FEATURE

Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist
(2008)

Aug 8

SEPTEMBER FEATURE

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
(2004)

Sep 12

SEASON FINALE

Shaun of the Dead
(2004)

Oct 10

All showings are subject to change/cancellation

2026 Movie Council

Meet the Council

Jason
McAllister

Co-Founder

Taylor
McAllister

Co-Founder

Arjun
Pundarika

Director

Christine
Guerrero

Director

Dara
Reed

Director

Kevin
Azero

Director

The Mission

Our Movie Council is a dedicated group of ambassadors who champion the CineArts Festival experience.  They volunteer their time, support our community, and help create unforgettable movie nights in the garden.

Community & Giving

Celebrating our partners and the generosity of our guests that help our community grow.

Our Community Partners

We are grateful to our amazing community partners who help make this year’s event series extra special.

Diamond Partner
Diamond Partner

Their generosity and support help bring the CineArts Festival to life each season.

Growing Community Giving Back

Each year, our events come together to support one not-for-profit organization. This year’s donations benefit:
Casa de Luz San Diego is a not-for-profit supporting safe housing and resources for vulnerable LGBTQ+ refugees and individuals in transition.
Created using the Donation Thermometer plugin https://wordpress.org/plugins/donation-thermometer/.$530Raised $530 towards the $600 target.

This total reflects donations received across all CineArts Festival events during the 2026 season. Jason & Taylor will match contributions dollar for dollar, up to a maximum of $200.

View Growing Community Giving Back for our annual fundraising progress.

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