Classic Films Under the Stars – 2026 Film Events June 2, 2026June 3, 2026 The fourth season of our Summer series of monthly screenings under the stars in Glendale's Brand Park commences Saturday, June 27th with Walt Disney's animated classic from 1941, Dumbo, paired with the Disney short The Wind in the Willows (1949). Subsequent screenings will include Out of the Past, My Man Godfrey and The Quiet Man. Scroll down for descriptions of each film. These outdoor screenings will once again be presented on the expansive lawn of the historic Doctors House in Brand Park. Admission is free. Gates will open at 6:00 PM to allow time for picnicking and socializing before the program begins at dusk. Please bring blankets, lawn or beach chairs for seating, and plenty of water or soft drinks to stay hydrated. The series is a presentation of Alex Film Society, The Glendale Historical Society, the Northwest Glendale Homeowner's Association, G&C Properties and Brand Associates, with generous support provided by the City of Glendale's Arts and Culture Commission and Community Services & Parks. Dumbo on Saturday, June 27 The 2026 film series at the Doctors House opens with two Walt Disney classics: Dumbo from 1941 and Wind in the Willows from 1949. Winner of an Academy Award for its musical score, Dumbo has been selected for preservation by the Library of Congress. The main character is Jumbo Jr., an elephant who is ridiculed for his oversized ears and mockingly nicknamed "Dumbo." His only friend, a mouse named Timothy, convinces him to fly, using his oversized ears as wings. Preceding the feature, Kenneth Grahame’s classic children’s novel becomes the animated