The best pop-up and outdoor cinemas in Melbourne
Pop-up cinema season is back! Check out these yearly events and brand new blockbuster experiences.
Moonlight Cinema
Melbourne's beloved movies in the gardens are back. Pack a picnic and head to the Royal Botanic Gardens this summer to enjoy new releases and old flicks under the stars. See blockbusters like Wicked: For Good, or catch the latest entry in the epic Avatar series. There's also regular screenings of cult classics. Think Shrek, Back to the Future and The Parent Trap.
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Jurassic Park in Concert
Experience Jurassic Park projected in HD with the MSO performing the iconic score live.
People of Passion International Film Festival
A feel-good festival celebrating fresh voices and inspiring films from all over the globe.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert
Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.
Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.
French Film Festival Dinner
A unique dinner inspired by the film Redress, followed by a screening of the film at the Kino.
Melbourne Women in Film Festival
Marking 10 years championing women and non-binary filmmakers with bold screenings and events.
How To Talk Australians: Premiere Screening
The premiere screening of a Dubbo detour comedy with the cast in attendance.
Matinees at ACMI Cinemas
Celebrate cinema at a sensible hour with ACMI's thoughtfully curated line-up of films.
Art of the Score: James Horner
Art of the Score returns to present the music of the legendary Hollywood composer James Horner.
Funny Shorts
Catch Australia’s funniest short films at ACMI Cinemas, showcasing competition finalists.
Man with a Movie Camera with Live Score
Experience Vertov’s Man with a Movie Camera with live score by Underground Lovers.
Focus on Lav Diaz
Experience the transcendental and political films from the Filipino master of slow cinema.
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