On Friday, 8 May, bring your whole family, including your beloved fur-baby, to a special dog-friendly screening of Homeward Bound at The Galileo Open Air Cinema.
This delightful film offers the perfect chance to bond with your pooch while enjoying a fantastic cinematic experience under the stars.
So book your spot here, swing by when the doors open, grab your snacks, make sure your VIDs (Very Important Dogs) are settled in, and soak in golden-hour picnic vibes and lawn games before getting cosy with your fellow film fanatics for movie night, officially beginning after sunset (± 7:30pm).
Movie details
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993) is a touching adventure that explores themes of friendship, loyalty and bravery.
Follow a playful bulldog, a clever cat and a wise golden retriever as they traverse the rugged Sierra Nevada to find their way back home. Along their journey, they encounter danger, joy and heartwarming moments while striving to reunite with their cherished family.
Gather your furry companions, adhere to the guidelines (yes, we’re talking to you, humans) and enjoy a lovely evening outdoors.
Important ticket information
To attend, you must secure a VID ticket for your pup, but act quickly – these tickets are limited, and selling out fast!
Purchasing a VID ticket also supports African Tails, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to animal welfare through mass sterilisation, rescue and rehoming. They also run educational campaigns to promote better living conditions for dogs and cats. Who knew movie nights could be both meaningful and paw-some, all at the same time?
Event guidelines
Please note that it is imperative for dog owners to adhere to The Galileo’s dog-friendly screenings terms and conditions:
- Dogs must be socialised and kept on a leash no longer than one metre at all times.
- Adults should be responsible for the dog’s supervision
- Please bring a blanket/small bed for your dog to rest on while they’re next to you, as well as a drinking container and water
- Dog owners must clean up their dog’s droppings and dispose in bins available.
- In cases where a dog becomes unruly or negatively impacts others, the manager has the right to intervene and request that the owner and dog leave the premises
- Aggressive dogs and dogs needing to be muzzled will be denied entry
- For more details, please refer to point 12 of The Galileo Terms and Conditions before booking tickets.
Details:
- Date: Friday, 8 May 2026
- Location: Central Park, 3 Park Lane, Century City (Close to Intaka Island)
- Times: Doors open at 5:30pm | Movie commences after sunset
- Cost: Starting from R150 per person | VID tickets: R50 (proceeds go to African Tails)
- Tickets: Available online here
Also read:
The ultimate guide to a Galileo Open Air Cinema screening in the Cape
Picture: Supplied
