The Galileo Open Air Cinema beckons you from beyond the grave to experience a spine-tingling journey into the heart of Halloween horror (and fun).
The Galileo is famed for its all-ages inclusive event designed for lovebirds, families, friends, and work colleagues. But on Halloween weekend, Kirstenbosch and Central Park undergo a Frankenstein-esque transformation, boasting eerie décor, lively music, and a spook-tacular atmosphere for The Galileo’s special Halloween-themed screenings.
Friday night frights
Meet the iconic Michael Myers in Halloween (2018). This movie is a direct sequel to John Carpenter’s original Halloween (1978), and is set four decades after the events of the classic. This adult-only event is set to cause a few spine-shivers and gasps, but perhaps a couple of unexpected laughs too. Perfect for horror-lovers, and those looking to take part in a themed night full of fun, costumes, yummy eats and a few scary surprises.
Featured Flick: Halloween (2018)
Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden, Newlands, Cape Town
Ticket Price: R250 for a standard ticket and R300 for Reserved Seating. Both include Movie Entry, Themed Decor, Entertainment, Backrest, Blanket, and Popcorn.
Family-friendly monsters
Monsters Incorporated (Inc.) is the largest scare factory in the monster world. To power the city, monsters have to scare children to create energy. However, the beloved Mike and Sullivan believe children are toxic, and after a tiny human girl (Boo) visits their world, the monsters realise things may not be what they think.
Featured Flick: Monsters Inc (2001)
Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Venue: Central Park, Century City, Cape Town
Ticket Price: R175 for kids between 4-17yo, R225 for a standard ticket and R275 for Reserved Seating. All include Movie Entry, Themed Decor, Entertainment, Backrest, Blanket, and Popcorn.
Doors creak open at 17h30 on Friday and 17h00 on Saturday. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy the on-site food stalls boasting an array of gourmet goodness. Sink your teeth into delicious juicy burgers, pizzas, shawarmas and of course, free popcorn.
Expect enchanting entertainment, eerie décor and extra fun meeting fellow creatures of the night before cuddling up close and enjoying the frightful or family-friendly flick. Don’t forget to don your most spine-chilling outfit as fantastic prizes are awaiting the best-dressed ghouls and guests.
To explore the full movie schedule and secure your seat under the starlit sky, visit www.thegalileo.co.za/movies.
