The beloved Moonlight Cinema is back in Sydney for its 28th summer season. Brush off your picnic blankets, breathe in the balmy night air, and look forward to box office blockbusters and family favourites. This outdoor cinema event plays in Sydney’s Centennial Parklands until March 24.
Moonlight Cinema Program
For its final month, Moonlight Cinema is pulling out all the stops, with preview screenings, new releases, and a selection of Academy Award-nominated films.
Get ready for the awards with screenings of Killers of the Flower Moon, Anatomy of a Fall, Poor Things, Oppenheimer, Barbie and more.
Catch preview screenings of Kung Fu Panda 4 and Wicked Little Letters.
You’ll also enjoy other new releases, like Wonka, Argylle, Anyone But You and The Iron Claw. Melbourne will also get to see the highly anticipated Dune: Part Two on March 29 and 30, marking the end of the Moonlight Cinema season around the country.
If you’d prefer to get cosy with some familiar favourites, the outdoor cinema will also play The Goonies, The Princess Bride and the original Mean Girls.
See their full program here.What else can you look forward to?
Each Moonlight Cinema location will have its own kitchens, bars, on-site activations and bean bags. Look forward to things like:
- Platinum Experience – Melbourne and Sydney can relax with an exclusive hamper, featuring picnic delicacies from Victoria’s High Country. You’ll also enjoy waiter service to your deluxe double bean bag.
- AAMI Gold Grass – Get great views and waiter service, with food and drink delivered straight to your bean bag.
- Connoisseur Lounge – Love ice cream? This option is for you. Receive a Connoisseur Gourmet Ice Cream stick and settle in to a bean bag in a reserved area.
- K9 Natural – Moonlight Cinema is a dog-friendly event. Ensure your dog stays as comfy as you by hiring out a dog bean bed.
- Garnier Garden Cart – Take home samples of Garnier products from the Garnier Garden Cart.
- Official Aperol Spritz Bar – Sip on freshly made Aperol Spritz over the summer with this new bar.
How should I prepare?
If you’re not hiring a bean bag, you’re welcome to pack your own picnic rug and sprawl out across the lawn for a perfect night at the movies. Avoid any pesky bugs by wearing insect repellent, and bring a blanket or wear layers to keep you warm. Of course, you’re welcome to BYO your own food and drink, including alcohol.
However, if you forget to bring snacks, there will be a range of food and drink to purchase from food trucks on-site. There will also be a licenced bar.
This is a dog-friendly experience, so you’re welcome to bring your pooch for company as long as they’re well-behaved.
Moonlight Cinema dates around Australia:
- Sydney – Centennial Parklands – November 23 to March 24
- Adelaide – Botanic Park – November 30 to February 14
- Brisbane – Roma Street Parklands – November 23 to February 18
- Melbourne – Royal Botanic Gardens – December 1 to March 30
- Perth – Kings Park & Botanic Garden – November 24 to March 24