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Moonlight Cinema, Australia’s favourite outdoor cinema, has today released its January program, with a blockbuster line up perfect for summer evenings under the stars. Audiences across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide can look forward to new releases, family favourites and must-see moments, including the return of fan-favourite Shrek as part of this summer’s People’s Program. Tickets for the January program of Moonlight Cinema presented by Youi are on sale at moonlightcinema.com.au.
January brings a mix of films for every movie fan. Big summer titles like Wicked: For Good, Zootopia 2 and Anaconda lead the program, alongside preview screenings of upcoming films including Song Sung Blue, Hamnet and global phenomenon Six the Musical. Families can look forward to fun filled favourites such as SpongeBob: Search for SquarePants and The Parent Trap over the summer holidays.
As part of Moonlight Cinema’s 30th birthday celebrations, audiences have been invited to vote for the classic films they want to see back on the big screen, with voting open until 15 December. Almost 6,500 movie lovers have already had their say, with early results placing Shrek at number one in every city and chosen by more than one third of all respondents.
The Greatest Showman is holding strong in the runner up position nationwide, while local quirks are emerging, including Melbourne and Adelaide’s big desire for a Mamma Mia sing-along, and Perth and Brisbane rallying behind Dirty Dancing and Jurassic Park. When voting closes, each city’s top films will return as part of The People’s Program this season, with Shrek, The Greatest Showman and The Parent Trap all set to feature in the January lineup.
Moonlight Cinema presented by Youi runs until Sunday 5 April 2026. Location-specific dates are available below. Tickets for the January program are on sale now at moonlightcinema.com.au.
Dates and locations
· Sydney: Belvedere Amphitheatre, Centennial Parklands - Fri 21 Nov 2025 to Sun 5 April 2026
· Melbourne: Central Lawn, Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Wed 3 Dec 2025 to Sun 5 April 2026
· Adelaide: Botanic Park Adelaide - Thurs 27 Nov 2025 to Sun 15 Feb 2026
· Brisbane: The Amphitheatre, Roma Street Parklands - Wed 26 Nov 2025 to Sun 15 Feb 2026
· Perth: May Drive Parkland, Kings Park - Thurs 4 Dec 2025 to Sun 29 Mar 2026
TICKETS AND PROGRAMMING:
Tickets are on sale now for sessions until 31 January at moonlight.com.au.
The People’s Program
· The Parent Trap - 13 January
· The Greatest Showman - 21 January
· Shrek - 31 January
Previews Screenings
· Song Sung Blue - 30 December (Preview), 30 January
· Six The Musical (Preview) - 3 January
· Hamnet (Preview) - 14 January
· Primate (Preview) - 18 January
· Is This Thing On (Preview) - 23 January (Sydney and Brisbane)
Hollywood Blockbusters and New Releases
· The Housemaid - 1 January, 10 January, 27 January
· Wicked: For Good - 4 January, 9 January, 15 January
· Zootopia 2 - 2 January (All cities)
· Roofman - 6 January
· Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 - 7 January
· Ella McCay - 8 January
· F1: The Movie - 11 January (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide)
· SpongeBob: Search for SquarePants - 16 January
· Anaconda - 17 January and 24 January
· The Deb - 20 January
· The Choral - 22 January (Sydney and Melbourne)
· Avatar: Fire & Ash - 23 January (Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide)
· Back to the Future - 25 January
· Rental Family - 28 January
WHAT’S ON AT MOONLIGHT CINEMA PRESENTED BY YOUI:
Under balmy summer night skies, each Moonlight Cinema presented by Youi location will come to life signature on-site activations, kitchens, bars and the comfiest bean beds for humans, and even one for their four-legged friends!^
Singapore Airlines Gold Grass
Sit back and soak up the magic of the pre-movie atmosphere with Singapore Airlines Gold Grass. Enjoy uninterrupted ease with prime viewing, express entry and food and drinks ordered via QR code and delivered straight to your seat.
Connoisseur Lounge
Enjoy guaranteed comfort with The Connoisseur Lounge at Moonlight. Your ticket includes a bean bed in a reserved area with great views, plus a delicious Connoisseur Gourmet Ice Cream to enjoy during the film.
General Admission
Settle in under the stars and make the evening your own. Bring your favourite people, a picnic rug and your preferred snacks, and enjoy the freedom of Moonlight your way.
As always guests can also prepare their own picnics, bring along refreshments and enjoy one of Australia’s quintessential summer experiences*.
Lyka (Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane)
Treat your pup to a Lyka Doggie Bag with a fresh Kangaroo meal, lick mat and dental chew in a cooler bag.
Just $17 only available on-site at Moonlight Cinema (RRP $55). The first few purchases each night score complimentary doggie bean bed hire, so don’t miss out!
*Moonlight Cinema is BYO at all locations except Brisbane.
^Moonlight Cinema is dog-friendly at all locations except Perth.
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