Sunset Cinema St Ives 2022

Overview

Sunset Cinema is no stranger to St Ives Showground. In fact, it screened flicks there late in 2021. But for its new season from Wednesday, January 19–Saturday, March 12, the openair cinema has given things a revamp. The setup now takes a few cues from its other locations — including in North Sydney — and has ditched the drive-in component, but the main attraction is still the same: watching movies under the stars.

Whether you're planning a cosy date night or an easy group hang outdoors, there'll be something on the bill for you — kicking off with that now-openair cinema must-have The Greatest Showman, and spanning plenty of new and recent titles as well. If you haven't yet given Spider-Man: No Way Home a spin, or taken The Matrix Resurrection's pill, or been shaken not stirred by No Time to Die, they're all on the lineup.

Other highlights include Wes Anderson's The French Dispatch, the Lady Gaga-starring House of Gucci, Will Smith's applauded performance in King Richard and Kristen Stewart getting regal in Spencer. And, in the retro camp, sessions of Grease and Dirty Dancing are basically obligatory.

BYO picnics are encouraged here, but the event is fully licensed, so alcohol can only be purchased onsite. Didn't pack enough snacks? There'll be hot food options, plus plenty of the requisite movie treats like chips, chocolates, lollies and popcorn.