American Express Openair Cinema 2019

Overview

Outdoor cinemas are usually reserved for balmy summer nights once the season officially changes over to summer. But this year, American Express Openair Cinema is hitting Melbourne early for a special spring season at Yarra Park right next to the MCG.

From Wednesday, October 9 until Sunday, November 3, you'll be able to catch one of many box office hits on the pop-up cinema screen. If you haven't seen it yet, pencil in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood for opening night; otherwise, you might want to book in a date to see the just-released Downton Abbey film. The program also gives you the chance to sneakily catch up on some of this year's most hyped films, including Rocketman, The Lion King, 2040 and the must-see Adam Goodes doco The Australian Dream.

Fitzroy's Ladro will once again be slinging its woodfired pizza, and a bar, serving Urban Alley brews, Giesen wines and Pimm's will keep your thirst quenched all night long.

Oh, and it's a dog-friendly space, so you don't need to leave part of your family at home. Plus if you're an Amex user you'll get 15 percent off select tickets, plus a lounger and bites for the movie.