The Galileo open-air cinema is back

The Galileo open-air cinema is back

New offerings: Drive-in and the exclusive Galileo Royale

The Galileo is back to give us more movie magic in the Mother City. Book a drive-in screening or its new offering, the Galileo Royale, an intimate and luxe movie night under the stars with very limited tickets (both experiences are covid-safe).

You’ll find The Galileo at an exquisite outdoor location every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, showing one of its amazing line-up of films, from beloved classics to new favourites.

The Galileo open-air cinema is back

GET SPECIAL TREATMENT AT THE GALILEO ROYALE

The Galileo open-air cinema is back

The Galileo Royale is the team’s newest offering. It takes place every Wednesday at various picturesque venues, including Suikerbossie in Hout Bay, Casa Labia in Muizenberg and Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront in Granger Bay. This VIP experience caters to a limited number of guests, keeping it socially distanced and exclusive.

Included in the ticket price is a live music performance, the movie of the night, as well as a back rest, blanket, welcome drink, appetiser and popcorn. Each venue’s restaurant will offer a limited movie-night menu, so you could also pair some delicious meals with your movie.

The Galileo open-air cinema is back

PARK OFF AT THE GALILEO DRIVE-IN

The Galileo Drive-In was born out of necessity in a time when lockdown rules meant that picnics were out. But it’s been so popular that it’s now a permanent feature, taking place from Friday to Sunday each week, with venues rotating between Rondebosch, Gardens and Durbanville.

Cinema-goers reverse the car into a designated bay, set up a cuddle-pad in the boot, and then enjoy a blockbuster film. You can pre-order a selection of goodies with your tickets or bring along your own snacks. The huge benefit is that the car acts like a safe pod, so one is completely covid safe.

The Galileo open-air cinema is back

RENT THE GALILEO FOR YOUR OWN EPIC EVENT

If you’re based in Cape Town or the Cape Winelands, you can now host your own Galileo experience in a venue of your choice, complete with the inflatable screen, audio-visual equipment and expert staff.

Try the Home Rentals for an intimate celebration with family and friends, the Drive-In Rentals for a bigger occasion like a school event, or the Picnic Rentals, perfect for fundraisers or corporate events once Covid restrictions allow. Why not pitch it to your boss for the best end-of-year function ever?

THE GALILEO OPEN-AIR CINEMA’S FULL MOVIE SCHEDULE

Date

Day

Movie

Cinema Type

Venue

Doors

open

Movie

starts

17 March 2021

Wednesday

Moulin Rouge!

ROYALE

Casa Labia (Muizenberg)

18:00

19:30

18 March 2021

Thursday

The Hustle

PICNIC

Kirstenbosch Gardens (Newlands)

18:00

19:30

19 March 2021

Friday

The Lion King (2019)

DRIVE-IN

Meridian Pinehurst (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

20 March 2021

Saturday

The Greatest Showman

DRIVE-IN

Meridian Pinehurst (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

21 March 2021

Sunday

Crazy, Stupid, Love

DRIVE-IN

Meridian Pinehurst (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

24 March 2021

Wednesday

Notting Hill

ROYALE

Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront (Granger Bay)

18:00

19:30

25 March 2021

Thursday

Me Before You

PICNIC

Kirstenbosch Gardens (Newlands)

18:00

19:30

26 March 2021

Friday

Madagascar

DRIVE-IN

The Cape Academy (Constantia)

18:00

19:30

27 March 2021

Saturday

Grease

DRIVE-IN

The Cape Academy (Constantia)

18:00

19:30

28 March 2021

Sunday

The Shawshank Redemption

DRIVE-IN

The Cape Academy (Constantia)

18:00

19:30

1 April 2021

Thursday

The Secret Garden (2020)

PICNIC

Kirstenbosch Gardens (Newlands)

18:00

19:30

2 April 2021

Friday

The Princess Bride

DRIVE-IN

Cape Town High School (Gardens)

18:00

19:30

3 April 2021

Saturday

Back to the Future

DRIVE-IN

Cape Town High School (Gardens)

18:00

19:30

4 April 2021

Sunday

Easter Special Screening: Peter Rabbit

DRIVE-IN

Cape Town High School (Gardens)

18:00

19:30

7 April 2021

Wednesday

Love Actually

ROYALE

Suikerbossie (Hout Bay)

18:00

19:30

8 April 2021

Thursday

The Motorcycle Diaries

PICNIC

Kirstenbosch Gardens (Newlands)

18:00

19:30

9 April 2021

Friday

Serendipity

DRIVE-IN

Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)

18:00

19:30

10 April 2021

Saturday

Blended

DRIVE-IN

Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)

18:00

19:30

11 April 2021

Sunday

The Devil Wears Prada

DRIVE-IN

Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)

18:00

19:30

14 Apr 2021

Wednesday

Casablanca

ROYALE

Casa Labia (Muizenberg)

18:00

19:30

15 Apr 2021

Thursday

Bad Boys for Life

PICNIC

Kirstenbosch Gardens (Newlands)

18:00

19:30

16 Apr 2021

Friday

Sing

DRIVE-IN

Venue TBC (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

17 Apr 2021

Saturday

A Star is Born

DRIVE-IN

Venue TBC (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

18 Apr 2021

Sunday

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

DRIVE-IN

Venue TBC (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

21 Apr 2021

Wednesday

Amelie

ROYALE

Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront (Granger Bay)

18:00

19:30

22 Apr 2021

Thursday

The Notebook

PICNIC

Kirstenbosch Gardens (Newlands)

18:00

19:30

23 Apr 2021

Friday

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

DRIVE-IN

The Cape Academy (Constantia)

18:00

19:30

24 Apr 2021

Saturday

Dolittle

DRIVE-IN

The Cape Academy (Constantia)

18:00

19:30

25 Apr 2021

Sunday

Bohemian Rhapsody

DRIVE-IN

The Cape Academy (Constantia)

18:00

19:30

30 Apr 2021

Friday

Sweet Home Alabama

DRIVE-IN

Cape Town High School (Gardens)

18:00

19:30

1 May 2021

Saturday

Grease

DRIVE-IN

Cape Town High School (Gardens)

18:00

19:30

2 May 2021

Sunday

Zoolander

DRIVE-IN

Cape Town High School (Gardens)

18:00

19:30

7 May 2021

Friday

Coco

DRIVE-IN

Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)

18:00

19:30

8 May 2021

Saturday

The Blind Side

DRIVE-IN

Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)

18:00

19:30

9 May 2021

Sunday

Mother’s Day

DRIVE-IN

Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)

18:00

19:30

14 May 2021

Friday

Mrs Doubtfire

DRIVE-IN

Venue TBC (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

15 May 2021

Saturday

Dirty Dancing

DRIVE-IN

Venue TBC (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

16 May 2021

Sunday

Coyote Ugly

DRIVE-IN

Venue TBC (Durbanville)

18:00

19:30

21 May Friday Mamma Mia! DRIVE-IN The Cape Academy (Constantia) 18:00 19:30
22 May 2021 Saturday Mulan DRIVE-IN The Cape Academy (Constantia) 18:00 19:30
23 May 2021 Sunday Moulin Rouge DRIVE-IN The Cape Academy (Constantia) 18:00 19:30
28 May 2021 Friday P.S. I Love You DRIVE-IN Cape Town High School (Gardens) 18:00 19:30
29 May 2021 Saturday Pretty Woman DRIVE-IN Cape Town High School (Gardens) 18:00 19:30
30 May 2021 Sunday Cool Runnings DRIVE-IN Cape Town High School (Gardens) 18:00 19:30
4 June 2021 Friday He’s Just Not That Into You DRIVE-IN Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)
2 June 2021 Saturday Onward DRIVE-IN Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)
6 June 2021 Sunday Forrest Gump DRIVE-IN Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch)
11 June 2021 Friday The Rocky Horror Picture Show DRIVE-IN Venue TBC (Durbanville)
12 June 2021 Saturday E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial DRIVE-IN Venue TBC (Durbanville)

BOOK YOUR TICKETS ONLINE NOW

The Galileo Royale: R290p/p (includes entry, live music, movie, back rest, blanket, welcome drink, appetiser & small popcorn)

The Galileo Drive-In: From R75-R125 p/p

Tickets & info at www.thegalileo.co.za

More moments of joy to discover:

The Galileo is just one of many free things to do on your birthday in Cape Town. Cape Town is a family-friendly paradise, with hundreds of things to do with kids. There is always something exciting to do this weekend. Step out and admire the city’s art on First Thursdays.

Article Originally appeared on Cape Town Magazine