Gone are the days when everyone flocked to the drive-in, crammed into a hot car to watch a film with the family. These days, most people just chill at home and catch the latest movies on demand… but there’s something better!
I’m talking about outdoor cinemas – where you grab your mates, a picnic basket of your favourite nibbles, a bottle of SA’s best, and settle in for a great night. A night where watching a flick is still a social affair and you get to soak up the best of summer.
With the weather finally heating up, there will definitely be some showings that will be worth your while!
Bowden Free Cinema in the Park
On Friday the 8th of November, enjoy a screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial for free at Bowden Park. Arrive at 7pm to secure your spot on the lawn and enjoy pre-movie nibbles and drinks at Plant 4 – or bring your own hamper, rug, cushions, beanbags, or low chairs and get comfortable for the evening.
The movie will kick off at sundown!
Bowden Free Cinema in the Park
Where: Bowden Park
When: Friday 8th November, from 7pm
Cost: Free
For more information, click here.
Moonlight Cinema
Australia’s favourite open-air cinema showing advance screenings, new releases, and cult films in Botanic Park is back this November! Pack a blanket, bring a picnic and settle in for a wonderful night under the stars. This season’s schedule isn’t out just yet, but keep an eye out as it is set to be released this November.
Moonlight Cinema
Where: Botanic Park, Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
When: Returns November 2024
For more information, click here.
Summer Twilight Cinema at Skillogalee
Surround yourself in the beautiful Clare Valley vineyard at Skillogalee Wines for their Skilly Twilight Cinema series. This summer they’ll be providing a family-friendly outdoor cinema experience on select weekends in December and January, with classic films and family favourites such as Shrek, Gladiator and Mamma Mia! Best of all, movie tickets are free for members of Skillogalee’s Friends & Family community (also free to join).
Complete your open-air cinema experience with Skillogalee’s house-made wood-fired pizza, pre-movie lawn games and activities, popcorn and movie-goers favourite choc tops. For those wanting to drink responsibly, Skillogalee’s lawn bar will also be offering wine, beer and gin for you to enjoy while watching the movie.
Skilly Twilight Cinema
Where: 23 Trevarrick Road, Sevenhill SA 5453
When: Starts Saturday 14th December, select dates until January 18th 2025
Cost: Free entry for Skillogalee’s Friends & Family members (free to join)
For more information, click here.
Barossa Valley Chocolate Company Nightlight Outdoor Cinema
This summer the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company is back with its Nightlight Outdoor Cinema. The summer season will kick off with back-to-back days of classic Christmas films. Catch Love Actually on Friday, December 19th and Home Alone on Saturday, December 20th. The films are set to kick off at approximately 8pm, but is best to check before you book.
Benni’s Cafe will be open for takeaway to enjoy on the lawns, on the deck or in a Private Dining Dome for those with VIP Tickets, plus movie snacks will be available throughout the evenings.
Barossa Valley Chocolate Company Nightlight Outdoor Cinema
Where: 64 Burings Rd, Tanunda SA 5352
When: Returns Friday 19th December, select dates until January 24th 2025
Cost: Adult tickets $15
For more information, click here.
Mount Barker Outdoor Cinema
For those in the Hills, the Wallis Mt Barker Outdoor Cinema is a perfect place to enjoy a film. Relax on the gorgeous lawns of Auchendarroch House, grab a beanbag or deck chair and make sure you bring a jumper in case the temperature drops once the sun goes down.
This season kicks off on Friday, December 20th with a showing of Love Actually.
Mount Barker Outdoor Cinema
Where: Wallis Cinema Mt Barker, 17 Adelaide Rd, Mount Barker SA 5251
When: Returns Friday 20th December, Gates open at 7:30pm
Cost: From $12
For more information, click here.
We’re sure there will be more to come, so we’ll keep you updated. If you know of any other outdoor cinema events, be sure to let us know!
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