Get Festive with these Special Holiday Screenings at the Galileo Open Air Cinema

Every year, the Galileo Open Air Cinema opens its doors for beloved holidays, inviting everyone to get into the celebratory spirit and enjoy a festive film with loved ones. From spooktacular Halloween horrors to family-friendly Christmas classics and even Galentine’s nights, there’s something for all movie fans throughout the season.

Here are all the special holiday movies at the Galileo this year.

Christmas Eve: Home Alone

Home Alone is a ’90s Christmas comedy classic following eight-year-old Kevin McCallister, who is accidentally left home alone over the holidays and must outsmart two bumbling burglars determined to break into his house.

Families can get in the holiday mood with this feel-good festive favourite starring Macaulay Culkin and Joe Pesci. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Thursday, 24 December 2026 | Doors open at 5pm | Movie starts at 8.30pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town

Christmas Day: Klaus

Klaus is a 2019 animated Christmas adventure comedy with a heartwarming message about kindness. When Smeerensburg’s new postman, Jesper, befriends mysterious toymaker Klaus, their acts of generosity begin to melt an age-old feud and create some magical Christmas traditions.

One of the latest additions to the Christmas movie rotation, this Netflix animation stars beloved voices like Jason Schwartzman, J. K. Simmons, and Rashida Jones. Watch the trailer on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Friday, 25 December 2026 | Doors open at 5pm | Movie starts at 8.30pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town

New Year’s Day: Enchanted

Enchanted is a 2007 musical fantasy rom-com starring Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey and Susan Sarandon, with Julie Andrews as narrator. When fairy-tale princess Giselle is banished from the animated kingdom of Andalasia to real-world New York City, she discovers that happily ever after may look very different from the fairy tales.

Start off 2027 with this 2007 family-friendly, live-action fantasy film where Amy Adams plays a cartoonish princess transported to modern-day New York City. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Friday, 1 January 2027 | Doors open at 6pm | Movie starts at 8.30pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town

Galentine’s: Mean Girls

Mean Girls is a 2004 teen comedy starring Lindsay Lohan as Cady Heron, a new high school student who finds herself caught up with Regina George (Rachel McAdams) and the infamous Plastics.

For one day only, on Saturdays the girls are wearing pink for this special Galentine’s screening of the iconic 2000s high school comedy. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Saturday, 13 February 2027 | Doors open at 5pm | Movie starts at 8.15pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens & Meerendal Wine Estate

Valentine’s Day: Romeo + Juliet

Romeo + Juliet is a 1996 romantic crime drama starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes. It is a modernised adaptation of William Shakespeare’s tragedy of the same name, following two young lovers caught between their feuding families.

This unique spin on the classic tale features a star-studded cast early in their careers, headed by acclaimed, flashy director Baz Luhrmann. The old-school trailer is available on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Sunday, 14 February 2027 | Doors open at 5pm | Movie starts at 8.15pm
Where: Allée Bleue Wine Estate, Intersection of R45 & R310, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek

Easter Friday: Hop

Hop is a 2011 live-action and animated Easter fantasy comedy about a young rabbit who dreams of becoming a drummer rather than following in his father’s footsteps as the Easter Bunny. After befriending a human searching for direction in his own life, the pair embark on a colourful adventure filled with music, mischief and Easter magic.

This early 2010s, family-friendly comedy is perfectly suited to getting audiences in the Easter spirit. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Friday, 26 March 2027 | Doors open at 5pm | Movie starts at 7.30pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town

Easter Sunday: Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit is a 2018 live-action and computer-animated family comedy based on Beatrix Potter’s beloved character. The mischievous Peter Rabbit faces a new challenge when Mr McGregor’s great-nephew arrives and discovers the trouble Peter and his family can cause.

Families can close out the festive long weekend with a day out in Kirstenbosch, followed by a screening of this modern adaptation of a classic novel. The trailer is available on YouTube. Book now via Webtickets.

When: Sunday, 28 March 2027 | Doors open at 5pm | Movie starts at 7.30pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town