American Express Openair Cinemas is bringing more than movies to Sydney’s Inner West this summer as an exciting program of fun, food and flicks is revealed, with American Express Card Members receiving a range of exclusive benefits.
With more than 20 events happening at Cadigal Green in Camperdown the festival vibes will be in full swing each night with an array of alternative entertainment, live music and DJ performances before the latest and greatest feature films light up the big screen.
Anyone short of company is welcome to bring along their ‘Doggy Date’ to any screening. Pampered pooches can enjoy the VID treatment with a pawfect picnic platter of doggy delights and their very own canine couch .
Over at ‘ Crafty Corner ’ guests will have the chance to enjoy masterclasses in knitting, macrame and more .
In a joint bid to champion food waste prevention, American Express Openair Cinemas is teaming up with OzHarvest to present Soul Sundays , a Sunday session of delicious food sampling, trivia, music and games for all the family. A $3 donation from each ticket purchased will provide six meals to those in need.
Purveyors of fine food and authentic Italian cuisine, Salt Meats Cheese will be transporting diners to the streets of Naples as they host a series of alfresco long table dinners. A delicious three-course meal paired with wine will be served at three one-of-a-kind events. Head honchos Stefano De Blasi and Edoardo Perlo, who share a mutual passion for honest cooking and quality ingredients, will also be curating the daily menu of irresistible dishes available throughout the cinema season. Their signature Truffle Pecorino Pasta; c heesy truffle pasta tossed through a wheel of truffle pecorino, finished with a grating of extra truffle pecorino, promises to be a firm favourite along with their arancini antipasti and wood-fired pizzas.
World Master Pizza Making Champion and Australia’s Got Talent star, Youssef Touati from Salt Meats Cheese, will be flexing his credentials with pizza acrobatics before teaching guests how to toss dough like a pro.
To wash it down, the dedicated cocktail bar will serving a refreshing twist on summer classics, Frosé, Aperol Spritz, 4Pines craft beer and Giesen Wine as well as cinema favourites ice cream and popcorn.
This year’s movie program is an exciting mix of box office hits, highly anticipated new releases and cult classics including:
- Murder on the Orient Express – an all-star cast assembles for the latest adaptation of Agatha Christie’s cult thriller.
- Thor Ragnarok – Chris Hemsworth reprises his role as the god of war alongside Mark Ruffalo and Cate Blanchett.
- Bad Moms 2 – the Bad Moms are back and so are their moms so brace yourselves for one explosive Christmas.
- Love Actually – get into the festive spirit with this Christmas classic.
- Dirty Dancing – nobody puts Baby in the corner.
- Elf – Will Ferrell as everyone’s favourite elf.
American Express Card Members are invited to relax and enjoy the full VIP cinema experience by purchasing a ticket for the American Express Invites Lounge. Card Members will get their own lounger and can get comfortable with a cushion and blanket as well as some tasty treats. American Express Card Members also enjoy 15% off selected tickets when purchasing with their cards as well as complimentary blanket hire.
Non-Amex Card Members can chillax to the max with the variety of seating options available and add a touch of comfort to a night under the stars with a blanket and lounger which can be hired as part of any ticket package. Premium tickets to the Star Lounge include reserved seating on a comfy lounger, service straight to your seat and a glass of wine.
Openair Cinemas will also return to St Kilda in Melbourne, with more than 20 events happening at St Kilda Sea Baths. The festival vibes will be in full swing each night with an array of alternative entertainment, live music and DJ performances before the latest and greatest feature films light up the big screen.
Tickets start at $13 and are on-sale now via: openaircinemas.com.au
