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What’s on at The Galileo Open Air Cinema in Kirstenbosch

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What’s on at The Galileo Open Air Cinema in Kirstenbosch

The Galileo screens at the famous botanical garden every Wednesday to Friday

Last updated: 10 November 2022

The Galileo Open Air Cinema at Kirstenbosch Garden is a summer bucket list experience. Kirstenbosch is Cape Town’s largest, most popular garden and is the ideal setting to watch your favourite movie at The Galileo, Cape Town’s beloved outdoor movie experience. 


Movies start at sunset. Image: The Galileo Open Air Cinema (Photo by @retroyspective)

EXPLORE THIS BOTANICAL GARDEN BEFORE SCREENING

The Galileo screening for summer 2022/23 runs from 31 October 2022 until 29  April 2023, and every Wednesday to Friday screens at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. There will be select Fridays hosted at Century City’s Central Park. See the full Kirstenbosch schedule below, and book your ticket on webtickets.co.za/galileo.

Gather the gang for a picnic and a movie at this world-famous botanical garden in Newlands. This year’s Kirstenbosch selection has something for everyone with movies like Harry Potter and The Sorcerers Stone, House of Gucci and Die Hard. The Galileo's line-up is extensive, so you'll find something, whichever genre you prefer. 


Arrive early and play games that are set out on the lawns. Image supplied by The Galileo Open Air Cinema (Photo by @retroyspective).

PICNIC UNDER THE STARS AT THE GALILEO

You can order food from the stalls at the venue and picnic while watching your movie. Order pizzas, burgers or fresh shawarmas. You can even order drinks, plus there’s coffee, tea and cold drinks, and, of course, movie essentials like popcorn. If you prefer, you can bring your own picnic.


Halaal and vegetarian options are available. Image: The Galileo Open Air Cinema (Photo by @retroyspective)

WATCH FOR FREE ON YOUR BIRTHDAY

The Galileo is the ideal evening with family, friends, for work socials, date nights and birthday celebrations. This season again all are encouraged to come for free during their birthday week (excluding special shows). Arrive at the door with your ID to get in free.

The Galileo Open Air Cinema is the romantic setting for proposals. Follow the steps and fill in the form to arrange your proposal with The Galileo.


All ticketing is handled by Webtickets. Image: The Galileo Open Air Cinema (Photo by @retroyspective)

SEE THE SCHEDULE FOR KIRSTENBOSCH

 

Date

Day

Movie

Cinema type

Venue

Doors open


Book now

01 Mar

Wed

Clueless

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

02 Mar

Thu

Jurassic World Dominion (2022)

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

07 Mar

Fri

Wavescape

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

08 Mar

Wed

Everything Everywhere At All Once

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

09 Mar

Thu

Sixteen Candles

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

15 Mar

Wed

The Fault In Our Stars

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

16 Mar

Thu

Top Gun: Maverick

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

17 Mar

Fri

Grease

Picnic

Central Park, Century City

18h00

Book

22 Mar

Wed

The Perks Of Being A Wallflower

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

23 Mar

Thu

Elvis

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

24 Mar

Fri

Cocktail

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

29 Mar

Wed

Ticket To Paradise

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

30 Mar

Thu

Last Night In Soho

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

31 Mar

Fri

Ghostbusters Afterlife

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

05 Apr

Wed

TBC

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

06 Apr

Thu

Crazy Stupid Love

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

07 Apr

Fri

The Lost City

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

09 Apr

Sun

The Rise Of The Guardians (Easter Show)

Special Show 

Six Gun Grill Newlands Cricket Stadium

16h00

Book

12 Apr

Wed

Marry Me

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

13 Apr

Thu

The Batman

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

14 Apr

Fri

Reel Rock 17

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

19 Apr

Wed

The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

20 Apr

Thu

Bullet Train

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

21 Apr

Fri

Cruella

Picnic

Central Park, Century City

18h00

Book

26 Apr

Wed

Breakfast At Tiffany's

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book

30 Apr

Sun

The Incredibles (2004)

Picnic

Kirstenbosch Garden

18h00

Book


As soon as you purchase your ticket online, you will receive an email. Image: The Galileo Open Air Cinema (Photo by @retroyspective)

WHEN + WHERE TO GO  

The Galileo is on: 31 October 2022 to 29 April 2023
Find it: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, Newlands
Book: Tickets start from R129 per person, doors open 6pm. Movie starts after sunset. Book your tickets online.
Pensioner Special: Includes picnic movie entry, backrest and blanket, R120 per person. A valid ID needs to be displayed upon entry with your ticket you bought online.
NEW VVIP OFFER: An exclusive ticket option will be available for two couples on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Includes entry, premium seating with plush décor, blankets, hot water bottle, snack combo – 2x popcorn, 2x smarties and 2x fruit pastilles. Complemented with a platter for two and a bottle of wine. R1750 for two people.
Contact on: 071 471 8728, hello@thegalileo.co.za, @thegalileo 

By Sarah Jarvis

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MORE WEEKEND IDEAS FOR YOU AND THE KIDS

View the full summer schedule for The Galileo Open Air Theatre 2022/23

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On a tight budget, but still want to celebrate? You’ve got plenty of options.

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