Get ready to sip back and relax under the stars as The Galileo Open Air Cinema unveils its sensational Season 13 Winelands lineup, featuring a constellation of blockbuster movies at award-winning wine estates. From October 2024 to May 2025, you can transform your weekend summer nights into a magical cinematic experience, set against the breathtaking backdrops of the Winelands. This season’s theme, #GalileoUnderTheStars, presents an enchanting blend of film, nature, and exceptional food and wine.
Exciting New Venues and Returning Favourites
Returning fan-favourite venues like Blaauwklippen, Lourensford, Nederburg, Glenelly, Leopard’s Leap, Nooitgedacht, Plaisir, Knorhoek, Zevenwacht, and Morgenhof are must-visits, offering guests diverse options across Stellenbosch, Paarl, Kuils River, Wellington, and Franschhoek. This season, The Galileo also introduces four new venues: Asara Wine Estate, Boschenmeer Golf Estate, Diemersfontein Wine Estate, and Festa Restaurant, each promising a unique and elevated outdoor cinema experience.
Diemersfontein in Wellington, with its natural amphitheatre and cosy ambiance, makes its debut as The Galileo’s first venue in the area, offering countryside hospitality and world-class wines. For those near Paarl, Boschenmeer Golf Estate joins the lineup, with stunning views, plush lawns, and a luxurious setting. Asara Wine Estate in Stellenbosch also hosts screenings for the first time, providing breathtaking views and five-star service. Meanwhile, Festa Restaurant, located on Kleinevalleij Estate, offers guests another delightful outdoor cinema option in Wellington, complete with exceptional wine and panoramic views.
Mark Your Calendars for These Upcoming Must-See Screenings
The movie lineup offers something for everyone, from classic rom-coms to family favourites, including beloved titles like Mamma Mia!, Freaky Friday, Grease, Dirty Dancing, and The Grand Budapest Hotel. Mark your calendars for 19 October for Pretty Woman at Lourensford Wine Estate, Somerset West, 26 October for A Good Year at Morgenhof Wine Garden, Stellenbosch, 2 November for Mamma Mia! at Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch, and 9 November for My Best Friend’s Wedding at , Paarl. Arrive early, spread out on lush lawns, and enjoy yummy food, refreshing drinks, fun games, and lively music.
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