Sunset Cinema at The Wharf: Project Hail Mary

On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Sunset Cinema at The Wharf presents a free outdoor screening of the 2026 sci-fi film Project Hail Mary on Transit Pier. The movie starts at 7:30 PM as part of the all-summer free outdoor movie series presented by Pacifico, which runs on Wednesdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Guests can settle in with blankets or chairs, enjoy food and drinks from nearby Wharf vendors, and take in the film under the open sky at this family-friendly event.

When: Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

Showtimes: The screening begins at 7:30 PM; limited Adirondack chairs are set out starting at 7:00 PM.

Venue: Transit Pier at The Wharf, 970 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC 20024.

Price: Free admission.

Lineup: Project Hail Mary (2026) is the feature film for this date in the Sunset Cinema 2026 series.

Seating: A limited number of Adirondack chairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 7:00 PM. Guests may also bring blankets or folding chairs.

Accessibility: Closed captions are available upon request by seeing the on-site movie attendant or emailing The Wharf to make the request.

Ages: All ages are welcome, and leashed dogs are welcome too. Alcohol consumption requires being 21 or older.

Food and drink: Cantina Bambina, a waterside bar, serves cold Pacifico beer and mixed drinks throughout the movie, and Union Pie offers hot, fresh pizza at a stageside kiosk. Outside drinks are not allowed, but guests may bring in food from any Wharf restaurant.

Weather: In the event of inclement weather, status updates will be posted on the Sunset Cinema event page on The Wharf Facebook page.

Note: Attendees are encouraged to share photos and videos by tagging @TheWharfDC and using #TheWharfDC on social media.