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City of Perth Northbridge Piazza & Superscreen’s free films continue with its midweek and weekend movies and live entertainment taking on a seasonal flavour in December with ‘Festive Flicks’.
What better way to experience our City of Light than amidst the glow of almost 3 million LEDs projecting new and old big screen favourites to audiences of all ages under a blanket of stars.
Curator David Downie welcomed the return of the City’s outdoor cinema season to Northbridge’s dedicated community space after Festive Flicks’ three year hiatus. For the budget-conscious activity planner, he added there was even more on offer at the Piazza this month.
“A stop on the City’s Christmas Lights Trail is here too so you can make a whole evening of it; take in some festive entertainment and a movie and experience the lights as well, all free,” said Downie.
With weekend Free Flicks for Kids screenings proving the most popular, its recommended you arrive early to settle in on the comfy Piazza beanbags and enjoy pre-film live entertainment from favourite local magicians, musicians and, closer to Christmas, even a visit from Santa.
Adults looking for some midweek respite can get along for some local live music before enjoying a rom-com, friendship flick or cult classic at Date Night, Wednesdays ‘til 21 December. Celebrating love in all its cinematic forms, it the perfect excuse to escape the silly season for dinner and a movie.
One special Friday edition of Date Night in December (23rd) sees small screen classic Seinfeld as the big screen feature, with a 3-episode marathon celebrating Festivus, the secular holiday arising from the show to become a worldwide phenomenon.
In a true Festivus miracle, acclaimed local singer Mike DeGrussa has been secured to provide the
pre-film entertainment, playing the model of Korg keyboard used for the show’s iconic theme music.
You’ll be spoiled for choice exploring the neighbourhood’s food & beverage options before and after
– there’s something to suit every taste and budget – or bring a picnic or a takeaway from one of the eateries nearby, including Northbridge Brewing Co. next door, offering a $15 takeaway pizza special.
“We’re pleased to be giving people free, family-friendly reasons to come and enjoy Northbridge, but with funding for a 2023 season TBC, I’d get your free outdoor movie fix while you can!” said Downie. For more on the Spring/Summer 2022 Film Season at City of Perth Northbridge Piazza & Superscreen see listings overleaf or visitperth.com/see-and-do/public-spaces/Venues/northbridge-piazza
NORTHBRIDGE PIAZZA FILM SEASON – FESTIVE FLICKS 2022
The City’s popular free outdoor movie season is back, with festive films for all ages. Bring the family to Free Flicks for Kids on weekends, or bring that special someone to cuddle up under the stars with at Date Night each Wednesday. Arrive early to nab a beanbag and enjoy some seasonal pre-film entertainment with your BYO picnic, or grab dinner from the plethora of nearby dining options. Click here to see what’s showing.
Proudly supported by the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.
Free, no booking required.
Various dates & times until 21 Dec
City of Perth Northbridge Piazza, cnr Lake & James Streets, Northbridge
FREE FLICKS FOR KIDS
The ever popular Free Flicks for Kids returns to City of Perth Northbridge Piazza this spring and summer. Nab one of the comfy Piazza bean bags and settle in for some pre-film entertainment ahead of this season’s selection of festive family films on the outdoor Superscreen at Perth’s own free community cinema. BYO picnic or take advantage of Northbridge’s wide array of kid-friendly casual dining or takeaway options
– there’s something to suit every appetite!
- Sunday 27 November – Ron’s Gone Wrong
- Saturday 3 December – Abominable
- Sunday 11 December – Shaun the Sheep
- Saturday 17 December – Arthur Christmas
Film starts 6pm. Pre-film entertainment from 5pm.
This City of Perth Northbridge Piazza Superscreen event is supported by the Department of Local Government, Sport, and Cultural Industries CBD Revitalisation Grant Program.
DATE NIGHT
Love is love. And it’s back in a big way on the Superscreen at City of Perth Northbridge Piazza with the return of Date Night.
Bring the one/s you love for some festive films we love, screening free under the stars, Wednesday nights this spring and summer.
Arrive early to nab a beanbag and get cosy while enjoying pre-film entertainment. BYO picnic, or choose from Northbridge’s plethora of dining options to share a bite at before or after.
- Wednesday 30 November – Thelma & Louise
- Wednesday 7 December – Carol
- Wednesday 14 December – Love Actually
- Wednesday 21 December – Tokyo Godfathers
- Friday 23 December – Festivus (for the Rest of Us)
Film starts 7.30pm. Pre-film entertainment from 6.30pm.
This City of Perth Northbridge Piazza Superscreen event is supported by the Department of Local Government, Sport, and Cultural Industries CBD Revitalisation Grant Program.
DATE NIGHT: Festivus (for the Rest of Us)
If you find tinsel distracting and have grievances to air, this Seinfeldian celebration is for you!
For one night only, City of Perth Northbridge Piazza’s Spring/Summer Film Season elevates the small screen hit anti-sitcom to the Superscreen, with a marathon of three top Seinfeld episodes, including Festivus.
Pack a Festivus picnic & rug or take advantage of Northbridge’s wide array of dine-in or takeaway options, and arrive early to nab a comfy Piazza beanbag to join in this TV-inspired non-denominational holiday event.
Settle in to enjoy pre-show entertainment by acclaimed local singer Mike DeGrussa – playing the same model Korg keyboard used for Seinfeld’s iconic theme music – ahead of the main event on the outdoor Superscreen at Perth’s own free community cinema. Happy Festivus!
Friday 23 December. Film starts 7.30pm. Pre-film entertainment from 6.30pm.
This City of Perth Northbridge Piazza Superscreen event is supported by the Department of Local Government, Sport, and Cultural Industries CBD Revitalisation Grant Program.
