Galileo Dog-Friendly Shows: Watch a Movie with Furry Friends Under The Stars

There are few things dog owners love more than going out with their beloved pet. This season, the Galileo Open Air Cinema lets them watch classic films while spending quality time with their four-legged friends under the stars. From puppy-focused screenings to beloved comedies and dramas, furry friends and owners finally have a dedicated date night (dog treats included).

Here are all of the Galileo’s dog-friendly shows for the 2026/27 season.

Kal Ho Naa Ho (Dog-Friendly Show)

Kal Ho Naa Ho is a 2003 Bollywood rom-com-drama starring Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta. Set in New York City, it follows Naina, who falls for her charming new neighbour Aman, unaware that a heartbreaking secret prevents him from returning her love. Instead, Aman sets out to bring Naina and her best friend Rohit together in a story filled with romance, humour, music and emotion.

Bollywood fans can experience a mid-2000s Shah Rukh Khan classic with their favourite furry friends this November. It is three hours long, so make sure Luna is okay with staying quiet for a while. The trailer is available on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Friday, 13 November 2026 | Doors open at 6pm | Movie starts at 7.45pm
Where: Central Park, Century City, Cape Town

The Nice Guys (Dog-Friendly Show)

The Nice Guys is a 2016 American neo-noir dark comedy film. The film stars Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling in the title roles, with Angourie Rice, Matt Bomer, Margaret Qualley, Keith David, and Kim Basinger appearing in supporting roles. Set in 1977 Los Angeles, the film focuses on private eye Holland March (Gosling) and tough enforcer for hire Jackson Healy (Crowe), who team up to investigate the disappearance of a teenage girl and the mysterious death of a porn star.

A 2010s buddy comedy that has already reached cult classic status, The Nice Guys is known for its off-kilter jokes and being Ryan Gosling’s first role as the ever-present butt of the joke. The trailer is available on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Friday, 15 January 2027 | Doors open at 6pm | Movie starts at 8.30pm
Where: Central Park, Century City, Cape Town

Lady and the Tramp (Dog-Friendly Show)

Lady and the Tramp is a 2019 live-action/CGI musical romance and remake of Disney’s beloved animated classic. It follows Lady, a pampered Cocker Spaniel, and Tramp, a streetwise mutt, as an unexpected adventure brings them together and an unlikely romance begins.

Dogs get to bark and laugh alongside the titular duo in this remake of the beloved Disney animation. With a voice cast including Tessa Thompson, Justin Theroux, Janelle Monáe, and Benedict Wong, the film was the first-ever Disney+ exclusive. The trailer is available on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Friday, 5 February 2027 | Doors open at 6pm | Movie starts at 8.15pm
Where: Central Park, Century City, Cape Town

Slumdog Millionaire (Dog-Friendly Show)

Slumdog Millionaire is a 2008 British drama loosely based on the novel Q & A. The film follows 18-year-old Jamal Malik from the slums of Mumbai, who surprises everyone by answering every question correctly on India’s version of ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ Suspected of cheating, Jamal recounts the life experiences that led him to each answer.

Audiences and their furry companions get to watch this Oscar-winning British drama starring Dev Patel and directed by Danny Boyle (28 Years Later, 127 Hours & Yesterday). The trailer is available on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Wednesday, 7 April 2027 | Doors open at 6pm | Movie starts at 7.30pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town

Notting Hill (Dog-Friendly Show)

Notting Hill is a 1999 romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant. The quiet life of a London bookshop owner is turned upside down when he meets one of the world’s most famous film stars. Set against the charm of Notting Hill, their unlikely romance proves that love can find you when you least expect it.

For the final dog-friendly show of the season, audiences get to experience Hugh Grant’s classic British charm and Julia Roberts’ movie-star looks with this turn-of-the-century throwback. The trailer is available on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Sunday, 9 April 2027 | Doors open at 6pm | Movie starts at 7.30pm
Where: Central Park, Century City, Cape Town

Need to know

For dog-friendly shows, the Galileo sells a limited number of VID (Very Important Dog) tickets, which allow furry companions to join owners at the showing.

Dogs must be on a short leash, have their own blanket or small bed, and must be supervised and kept under control at all times. Owners must clean up after their furry friends, and they may give them small treats throughout the show. Overall, dog owners are expected to consider and respect all other attendees on the night.

If a dog becomes unruly or negatively impacts others, the Event Manager may intervene and ask the owner and dog to leave the premises. Aggressive dogs and/or dogs needing to be muzzled will be denied entry.

All proceeds from VID tickets at dog-friendly shows go to Happy Tails, a grassroots organisation dedicated to helping some of the Mother City’s most vulnerable dogs in Langa.

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