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 the Moonlight Cinema website.
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.
Voting is open for The People’s Program until 15 December at the website.
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.
Dates and locations
Sydney Belvedere Amphitheatre, Centennial Parklands, 21 November 2025 – 5 April 2026
Melbourne Central Lawn, Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, 3 December 2025 – 5 April 2026
Adelaide Botanic Park Adelaide, 27 November 2025 – 15 February 2026
Brisbane The Amphitheatre, Roma Street Parklands, 26 November 2025 – 15 February 2026
Perth May Drive Parkland, Kings Park, 4 December 2025 – Sunday 29 Mar 2026
The People’s Program
The Parent Trap 13 January
The Greatest Showman 21 January
Shrek 31 January
Preview 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.
Moonlight Cinema presented by Youi runs until Sunday 5 April 2026. Tickets are on sale for films until 31 January 2026 at the website.
Website: https://moonlight.com.au/
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/moonlightcinema/
Hero image: Moonlight Cinema Brisbane
