Jackalope Cinema 2026

Overview

Jackalope Hotel's dreamy surroundings on the Mornington Peninsula are so inspiring that you might just want to pen a post-stay memoir about the experience. But while you're working on your masterpiece, Jackalope Cinema is returning to the hotel's vineyard with a second program of acclaimed films and cinematic classics showcasing the very best of storytelling. Exclusive to all in-house guests, this upgrade is included in every stay from Sunday, March 1–Tuesday, March 31.

Set against Jackalope's tranquil infinity pool, this open-air experience is perfect for hotel guests looking to soak up the magic of cinema beneath the stars. Complemented by a curated menu and elevated cocktails, these alfresco sessions also come with bottomless popcorn and house-made ice cream. So, settle in for a Hollywood-esque encounter on the pool deck, or from your very own private terrace if you've booked a vineyard-facing room.

Paired with this impressive setting, Jackalope Cinema's lineup is one hit after another, screening classics new and old, action-packed thrillers and tear-jerking dramas. Curated by Jackalope Founder Louis Li, highlights include Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, a nostalgic ode to 1960s Los Angeles; Conclave, a gripping political thriller set within the secretive world of the Vatican; and Ang Lee's striking Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

"Storytelling is at the heart of everything we do at Jackalope, whether through design or hospitality, and Jackalope Cinema is the perfect extension of this ethos," says Li. "Film is something I am passionate about, having studied it before venturing into design and hospitality, and I'm delighted to share some of my favourite films with our guests."

Images: Griffin Simm.