Moonlight Cinema, Australia’s favourite outdoor cinema, celebrates its 30th birthday season with The People’s Program; a nationwide vote to shape this season’s line-up. The cinema returns from November 21 for a summer of new releases, family favourites and Christmas classics under the starry night sky. Tickets for the November and December program of Moonlight Cinema presented by Youi are on sale at moonlightcinema.com.au.
Since opening with a screening of Pulp Fiction in 1995, Moonlight Cinema has become a cherished part of the Australian summer. From first dates to proposals, celebrity attendees like Margot Robbie and Chris Hemsworth to pampered pooches (with their own treats and dog beds), Moonlight Cinema is an experience unlike any other. More than 5 million people have attended in the three decades since gates opened, with Love Actually, Dirty Dancing and 10 Things I Hate About You drawing the biggest crowds .
As part of Moonlight Cinema’s 30th birthday celebrations, audiences are invited to vote for their nostalgic film favourites, to determine which will return to the big screen. The top-voted titles in each city will be screened from January through to March, as part of The People’s Program, turning this summer’s season into a shared celebration of three decades of movie magic under the stars.
Everyone who votes will receive a 30% discount on General Admission tickets to The People’s Program sessions, plus entry into the draw to win a Double Season Pass and other prizes. Voting is open now at moonlightcinema.com.au with a curated list of classics, sing-alongs, and cult favourites including Shrek, Dirty Dancing, The Castle and Jurassic Park up for the running.
Event Details:
Dates: Wed 26 Nov 2025 to Sun 15 Feb 2026
Location: The Amphitheatre, Roma Street Parklands
Note: As Moonlight is an outdoor venue, screenings can’t begin until the sun has set and the light starts fading. This means start times vary slightly from night to night, depending on the time of sunset in each city. For the most accurate details, please check your booking confirmation for gate open times and film start times.