Moonlight Cinema Celebrates 30 Years Under the Stars With The People’s Program
Moviegoers have the chance to vote for their favourite films to be screened as part of this season’s program.
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Australia’s favourite outdoor cinema celebrates 30 years under the stars with an eclectic selection of flicks and, for the first time, The People’s Program, a nationwide vote that will shape this season’s line-up.
Since its inception in 1995 with a screening of Quentin Tarantino’s classic Pulp Fiction, Moonlight Cinema has been an ever-present on the summer festival calendar, with more than 5 million people attending across the past three decades.
As part of the 30th birthday celebrations, organisers are giving audiences the chance to choose the films to be screened, with a nationwide vote being conducted as part of The People’s Program.
A specially curated list of films that includes The Castle, Dirty Dancing, 28 Days Later and Jurassic Park, can be voted for now at moonlight.com.au. Those who vote will receive a 30% discount on general admission tickets to The People’s Program sessions and go into the draw to win a double season pass. Voting closes on Monday 15 December.
“For three decades, Moonlight Cinema has been a quintessential summer ritual for millions of Australians,” says John Boero, General Manager of Entertainment Operations, EVT. “To mark this milestone, we wanted to do something special for the audiences who’ve made us part of their summer traditions. The People’s Program gives fans the chance to help shape the season and enjoy their most-loved films - under the stars, where Moonlight magic happens.”
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This year’s Adelaide season takes over Adelaide’s Botanic Park from Thursday 27 November 2025 to Sunday 15 February 2026, with an already impressive list of films announced.
The November and December program for Moonlight Cinema presented by Youi returns with two weeks of Christmas favourites to get you in the festive mood, featuring timeless crowd-pleasers like Love Actually, Elf, Home Alone and The Holiday. The lineup also features Hollywood blockbusters Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, F1 The Movie and Jurassic World Rebirth, alongside family flicks such as Moana 2 and How to Train Your Dragon, and retro classic Die Hard.
As with every year, Moonlight Cinema will come to life with signature on-site activations, kitchens and bars. Those looking to upgrade their experience can grab tickets to the Singapore Airlines Gold Grass, which includes a prime viewing spot, express entry and food and drinks delivered straight to your seat, or go all out with The Connoisseur Lounge, with price of admission including a bean bed in a reserved area with great views, plus a delicious Connoisseur Gourmet Ice Cream to enjoy during the film.
For those who just want to see their favourite films on the big screen in a pictureqe location, grab general admission tickets and bring along a rug and some snacks and enjoy the experience.
Moonlight Cinema Adelaide takes place in Botanic Park from Thursday 27 November 2025 to Sunday 15 February 2026. Check out the full program and grab tickets via moonlight.com.au.
