The ultimate guide to a Galileo Open Air Cinema screening in the Cape

Here is everything you need to know about this season of Galileo Open Air Cinema’s star-studded screenings:

Tickets and pricing: 

• Standard: R155
  • Movie entry
• Comfy: R170
  • Movie entry, backrest
• Warm and Comfy: R180
  • Movie entry, backrest, blanket
• Pensioner/Student Special: R155 (a R25 discount on a Warm & Comfy ticket)
  • Movie entry, backrest, blanket

• Front Row Duo: R500 for two
  • Movie entry, prime seating, backrests, blanket, 2x popcorns and 2x Chuckles
• VIP: R300
  • Movie entry, reserved premium seating, backrest, blanket, drink, popcorn and Chuckles
• VIP+: R1 000 for two
  • Movie entry, reserved premium seating, plush backrests with extra legroom, blankets, 2x popcorn, 2x sweets, 2x drinks and 2x Chuckles

• Halloween & Kids Halloween Special Show: R175 (kids – 4 to 17 years) | R225 to R300 (adults)
  • Movie entry, entertainment, backrest, blanket, popcorn
• Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Special Show: R225 (kids) | R300 to R350 (adults)
  • Movie entry, Christmas hat, backrest, blanket, popcorn
• Valentine’s Day Special Show: R350 to R1650
  • Movie entry, entertainment, backrest, blanket, welcome drink, sweet treat
• Easter Friday & Easter Sunday Special Show: R175 (kids) | R225 to R275
  • Movie entry, entertainment, backrest, blanket, popcorn

• Rugby LIVE: R100 (kids) | R150 (adults)
  • Live watch party entry, pre-game entertainment for kids, backrest
• Royale: R450
  • Movie entry, backrest, blanket, welcome drink, canapé, main meal, popcorn
• Season Pass: R900 (6 credits per season – valued at R1080) 
  • Movie entry, backrest, blanket
    • Credits will be loaded to your Webtickets profile for this season. Only pay for 5!

Backrests and blankets can be rented on location for R25 and R15, respectively.

If tickets are not sold out online, tickets can be purchased at the door (card payments only).

• Birthday Special: Celebrate your birthday month with a complimentary ticket, including movie entry, backrest and blanket.
  • Limited tickets available per show.
  • Please bring along a valid RSA ID to verify your ticket upon entry.
  • Birthday specials are not valid for special screenings, as well as Royale movie screenings and Rugby Live events
• Pensioner Discount Ticket: Available for guests aged 60 and above.
  • Please bring along a valid RSA ID to present upon entry.
• Student Discount: Students qualify for student discount tickets using a Varsity Vibe code
  • Students to redeem the Varsity Vibe code needed to book tickets online (register online for Varsity Vibe for free here)

Excluding special show screenings, all special offer tickets are available online and must be booked in advance.

To view all Ts & Cs, visit The Galileo’s website here.

Special screenings:

• Royale Movie Screening (23 October): The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel at Norval Foundation, Tokai | Buy tickets
• Halloween (Adults – 31 October): Halloween at Kirstenbosch Garden, Newlands | Buy tickets
• Halloween (Kids – 1 November): Monsters Inc at Central Park, Century City | Buy tickets
• Live Rugby Screening (22 November): SA v Ireland at Central Park, Century City | Buy tickets
• Royale Movie Screening (27 November): Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again at Nederburg Wine Farm, Paarl| Buy tickets
• Royale Movie Screening (18 December): The Italian Job at Nederburg Wine Farm, Paarl | Buy tickets
• Christmas Eve (24 December): The Christmas Chronicles at Kirstenbosch Garden, Newlands | Buy tickets
• Christmas Day (25 December): National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation at Kirstenbosch Garden, Newlands | Buy tickets
• Royale Movie Screening (6 January): Breakfast at Tiffany’s at Norval Foundation, Tokai | Buy tickets
• Royale Movie Screening (29 January): Améllie at Nederburg Wine Farm, Paarl | Buy tickets
• Valentine’s Day (14 February): Crazy, Stupid, Love at Lourensford Wine Estate, Somerset West, and Kirstenbosch Garden, Newlands | Buy tickets
• Royale Movie Screening (29 January): Crazy Rich Asians at Nederburg Wine Farm, Paarl | Buy tickets
• Easter Friday (3 April): Rise of the Guardians at Central Park, Century City | Buy tickets
• Easter Sunday (5 April): Wonka at Kirstenbosch Garden, Newlands | Buy tickets
• Royale Movie Screening (8 April): Casablanca at Norval Foundation, Tokai | Buy tickets

See ticket information regarding special shows here.

Picnics and on-site food vendors: 

With gates opening at 6pm on weekdays and 5pm on Saturdays and Special Screenings, there’s plenty of time to arrive early and indulge in pre-movie picnics with scrumptious selections from on-site food stalls.

The Galileo encourages guests to either bring their own picnic or enjoy meals from local food vendors, offering a range of options that include pizza, burgers, wraps, nachos and everyone’s favourite movie snacks. If you’re thirsty, visit the fully stocked bar or opt for something warm from the barista.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halaal options are available, but please email [email protected] beforehand if you have specific dietary preferences.

Comfort and atmosphere: 

Amid the soft hum of chatter, twinkling fairy lights and a scattered array of picnic blankets and backrests, the Galileo Open Air Cinema’s screenings offer the best vibes, courtesy of vibey music, panoramic views, outdoor games, and roaming photographers armed with photo frames.

Comfy backrests and warm blankets are available for hire, and dressing warmly is strongly encouraged, as the night turns cool even on the warmest of summer evenings.

This outdoor cinema is perfect for dates, family outings, birthday celebrations, or work socials, guaranteeing a unique and memorable experience under the stars.

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