Picnics, movies and starlit skies return with The Galileo’s 14th season. This summer brings exciting new concepts, including live sport screenings, dog-friendly shows, themed nights, exclusive Royale experiences, and spectacular new venues alongside all of the fan favourites that make Galileo great.
You can once again look forward to an extensive selection of films appealing to all tastes, from classic movies to contemporary hits across genres such as romance, comedy, drama, animation, musicals, and thrillers.
Discover the confirmed venues for summer 2025/2026
The full venue and movie lineup are currently live and open for advance bookings. Their Kirstenbosch Garden movie nights continue to be one of the best ways to unwind in the botanical garden after dark. Selected films will also be screened at Central Park in Century City and Battery Park at the V&A Waterfront.
The weekend also offers shows at various wine farms, such as Lourensford, Blaauwklippen, Nederburg, Leopard’s Leap, and Allée Bleue. Venues in Somerset West, Wellington, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, and Paarl offer fresh settings for an unforgettable cinema experience under the stars.
See the Winelands Open Air Cinema Venues
What to expect at The Galileo
The event is more than just a film screening! The evening starts with a pre-show trivia and guests can enjoy a relaxed picnic or try fun games with family and friends, all set to live music on selected shows.
Themed nights like Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Easter bring extra magic as décor, activities, entertainment, and fun games and competitions collide. A great day out for the whole family, the Special Shows are not to be missed.
Arrive hungry and order from a range of street food vendors at the mini night market. Think mouth-watering pizzas from Butler’s, burgers, tasty wraps, popcorn and other yummy snacks. Vegetarian and Halal options are available, as are gourmet coffee and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
With 16 May serving as the send-off for the Galileo season, now is the time to book tickets and go see one of the classic films in the monthly lineup. With everything from pop culture classics in Spider-Man and Star Wars, to beloved romances like Notting Hill and curtain-closer About Time, there’s a film for every kind of movie lover.
See This Month’s Movie Lineup
Celebrate your birthday with a free ticket to The Galileo
Birthday babies celebrating their special days from October 2025 to May 2026 can now attend any show for FREE during the calendar month of your birthday. Plus, there’s also the option to get a shout-out onscreen before the movie starts.
Free Birthday Special ticket includes a movie entry, a backrest, and a blanket. Tickets must be booked online in advance at Webtickets for the movie screening of your choice and there are limited complimentary tickets are available per show.
Note that the free birthday ticket offer is not available for special screenings such as Halloween on 31 October, Halloween Kids show on 1 November, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Valentine’s Day, and Easter Friday and Easter Sunday shows.
This special is open exclusively to South Africans with valid identification. If you are not a South African citizen and want to claim a Free Birthday Ticket, please email [email protected] to apply for special permission.
How to book tickets + special deals for students and pensioners
Tickets for this outdoor cinematic experience are available online via Webtickets, starting at R155 per person. Students and pensioners pay R155pp for a ticket that includes a backrest and blanket. For the full movie line-up and to secure your tickets, visit thegalileo.co.za/movies and share your experiences using the hashtag #GalileoUnderTheStars.
A range of options are on offer for guests looking to simply arrive and settle in. The Front Row Duo for 2 is perfect for date night outings and includes front-row seating, blankets and backrest and popcorn and chocolate.
For ultimate comfort, the VIP experience ties together reserved premium seating, chairs with extra legroom, pillows and blankets, and an array of snacks.
Cost: R155pp for entry only (take your own blanket); R170pp for entry, backrest and blanket. See all the ticket options at Webtickets. Special rates for students and pensioners
When: Running until May 2026 | Doors open at 6pm on weekdays and 5pm on weekends, so arrive early to secure your spot on the lush lawns
Where: Various venues
Website: thegalileo.co.za
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 071 471 8728
Instagram: @thegalileo
Facebook: @GalileoCinema
This Month’s Screenings at the Galileo
