Celebrate Easter at the Galileo with these Special Screenings

The Galileo Open Air Cinema offers a magical movie experience under the stars, perfect for families this Easter season. With a line-up of exciting family-friendly screenings, guests can expect evenings filled with laughter, joy, and memorable moments. It’s an ideal way to create lasting memories with loved ones in a unique and enchanting setting. Here’s all you need to know.

Easter Fun at the Galileo

The Galileo Open Air cinema is hosting two special movie screenings over the Easter long weekend, which promises to bring families together and celebrate in the joy of Easter.

Arrive early when gates open at 5pm to soak up the pre-movie fun. Snap a selfie with the Easter Bunny, get your face painted with playful designs, and take part in classic group games like the egg-and-spoon race and three-legged races. Younger kids can enjoy lawn games, festive décor, and a colourful colouring-in competition

Bring along a picnic or explore a wide selection of delicious food, snacks, and refreshing drinks available from onsite vendors.

Each ticket for an Easter screening includes movie access, popcorn, a blanket, and a backrest for ultimate comfort.

Good Friday (3 April): Rise of the Guardians at Century City

Catch the animated classic Rise of the Guardians on 3 April at Central Park, Century City. Rise of the Guardians is a 2012 animated sci-fi fantasy action-adventure film where Santa, the Tooth Fairy, the Easter Bunny, the Sandman, and Jack Frost team up to defeat Pitch Black and save the world from darkness – perfect for Easter!

Easter Sunday (5 April): Wonka at Kirstenbosch Gardens

Inspired by the iconic character from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – the crown jewel of Roald Dahl’s beloved stories and one of the best-selling children’s books of all time – Wonka brings to life the magical origin story of the world’s most famous inventor, magician, and chocolate-maker. Discover how Willy Wonka became the whimsical chocolate legend we all know and love.