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 Wicked: For Good, the Bruce Springsteen biopic and more blockbuster films. Or catch a Christmas classic like Elf, Home Alone or Love Actually.
Christmas Cinema
Melbourne’s favourite movie theatre The Capitol is turning on the Christmas cheer for the festive season. Grab the popcorn and a choc top and nestle in for a series of feel-good movies. From ’90s classics like Home Alone and The Santa Clause to animated gems like Arthur Christmas, these screenings are bound to get you in the holiday spirit. And the best part is tickets are just $5 for kids and $8 for adults.
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Fashion Film Awards Screening
Come along for the official premiere screening, showcasing a curated collection of fashion films.
Jurassic Park in Concert
Experience Jurassic Park projected in HD with the MSO performing the iconic score live.
Hear My Eyes – Terminator 2: Judgment Day
A once-in-a-generation movie that redefined sci-fi action and pushed CGI into a new era.
Art of the Score: James Horner
Art of the Score returns to present the music of the legendary Hollywood composer James Horner.
Kids' Flicks with Feelings
Flex your emotional muscles this summer with a series of fun films for imaginative minds.
Focus on Video
Say goodbye to high definition, and head to ACMI cinema for a focus on all things video.
Outdoor Cinema: Dancing with Danger
A high-energy nightly double bill pairing musicals and action blockbusters.
Family Museum Sleepovers (Ages 6 to 12)
Explore the Museum after dark in this unique overnight experience at Melbourne Museum.
Matinees
Celebrate cinema at a sensible hour with our curated line-up of films at a discounted rate.
CHARGE! Agincourt by Back to Back Theatre
A new exhibition by Geelong's Back to Back Theatre brings fresh perspective to the story of Henry V.
Capitol Theatre Orchestra followed by The Sting (1973)
Live 1920s jazz followed by a screening of The Sting (1973) with the Capitol Theatre Orchestra.
People of Passion International Film Festival
A feel-good festival celebrating fresh voices and inspiring films from all over the globe.
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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.
Outdoor Cinema: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
An epic three-night journey featuring the extended editions of The Lord of the Rings.
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