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Kick Off Your Australia Day Weekend With Cinemas Under The Stars
- Jan 16
- 3 min read
Updated: 1 day ago
Summer is in full swing, and the Australia Day long weekend is the perfect chance to get outdoors and soak it all in!
Yes, that’s right—Cinema Under the Stars is back this month, and thanks to the Sutherland Shire Council, it’s bigger and more exciting than ever before!
Imagine relaxing with family and friends, picnic basket in tow, under the night sky while watching your favorite films in some of the most beautiful spots around the Shire. Seems like an ideal way to start the long weekend, doesn't it?
Join us at Cronulla Park on Friday, January 24th, to watch "Despicable Me 4." Prepare for Minion madness and enjoy a live Katy Perry & Taylor Swift Tribute Show! Bring your blankets, grab some popcorn, (perhaps some wine), and set up your chairs for a cozy night filled with laughter, great company, and, of course, cinema magic.
What You Can Expect:
Free Admission: Enjoy all screenings absolutely free of charge, making it a budget-friendly and enjoyable outing for everyone.
Picnic-Perfect Atmosphere: Bring your blankets, chairs, and a picnic basket to create the perfect outdoor movie-going experience.
Pre-Movie Entertainment: Certain events feature live performances, so be sure to arrive early to take in the complete experience!
Check out the selection of films and entertainment:
Despicable Me 4 + Katy Perry & Taylor Swift Tribute Show at Cronulla
Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Cronulla Park, Cronulla
What’s better than Minions and music? Before the movie starts, get ready to sing along and dance with the Katy Perry and Taylor Swift Tribute Show! Then settle in for a night of laughs with Despicable Me 4.
We’ll be there for this one, and we hope you will be too!
Kung Fu Panda 4 at Engadine
Date: Sunday, 26 January 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Cooper Street Reserve, Engadine
Get ready to cheer on Po as he takes on the world in Kung Fu Panda 4. It's a perfect family movie, filled with action and humor—don’t miss it!
Migration at Cronulla
Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Cronulla Park, Cronulla
Follow the heartwarming and adventurous journey of the birds in Migration. This movie is all about family and adventure, making it a perfect way to wrap up the weekend.
Over the Hedge at Kirrawee
Date: Friday, 14 February 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Biddy Giles, Kirrawee
Spend your Valentine’s Day outdoors with the hilarious gang of animals from Over the Hedge. Bring your loved ones and make it a night full of laughter and love!
Rio at Oyster Bay
Date: Friday, 21 February 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Oyster Bay
End the summer with the colorful, musical adventure of Blu and Jewel in Rio. A great choice for anyone who loves music, vibrant colors, and tropical vibes.
We look forward seeing you on 24th of January and will have a SLAM sign to assist you in locating us. This is a perfect chance to reconnect with old friends or meet new ones in a fun and relaxed environment. These gatherings emphasize community, and you are all included—so let's celebrate summer, movies, and unity together.
See you under the stars!
For more info go to https://www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/play-and-explore/council-events/cinema-under-the-stars
If you’re loving these SLAM recommendations, you’ll definitely want to check out Short Weekend Getaways: Your Perfect Escape Close to Home and Australia Day Weekend 2025: Your Sutherland Shire Guide
