8 outdoor cinemas worth visiting in London this summer
Pack your popcorn and catch a Hollywood blockbuster under the stars in the capital
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Any Londoner knows that summer is the best time of the year in the capital. Not only can you enjoy the city's best rooftop bars and spend balmy evenings picnicking in the park, but outdoor cinemas pop-up all across the capital showcasing the best blockbusters that Hollywood has to offer. And this year there's something for everyone at London's best outdoor cinemas.
From catching a classic film screening on a rooftop as the sun sets, to enjoying a brand new release from your director's chair in the grounds of one of the city's most beautiful buildings, or keeping the kids entertained at a child-friendly show, London's outdoor cinemas are pulling out all the stops this summer. You can even make like Daniel Craig and become James Bond for the night, jet off to warmer climes for an 'LA night' without leaving the M25, or get into opera for free!
Here, our round-up of the best outdoor cinemas in London. Book now for a truly magical movie screening...
Film 4 Summer Screen
BUY TICKETS 8th-21st August 2019; Somerset House
Somerset House plays host to one of the original and best outdoor cinema experiences in the capital, right next to the River Thames.
Highlights for summer 2019 include Black Panther, This Is England, Clueless and God's Own Country. Also new this year is a range of seating options in the courtyard, including bean bags and director’s chairs, so you can soak up the grand surroundings in style.
The Rooftop Film Club
BUY TICKETS From 1st May; various locations
A carpark in Peckham might not sound like the best place to take in a blockbuster, but film fans flock to the Bussey Building every summer to take their seats on a striped deck chair, put on their headphones and take in panoramic views, stunning sunsets, and the best Hollywood has to offer.
The Queen of Hoxton in Shoreditch and Roof East in Stratford also play host.
Backyard Cinema
BUY TICKETS Dates TBC; various locations
Who hasn't dreamed of having a cinema in their garden?
Well the Backyard Cinema goes one further, making the entire 'backyard' screening experience immersive. Think a choir signing the soundtrack to Romeo & Juliet in a church, or 30 tonnes of sand shipped to south London for cinema goers to sip Pina Coladas on 'Miami Beach'.
This year the team will be bringing LA to Camden, Romeo & Juliet back to the capital and launching another amazing experience south of the Thames.
Secret Cinema Presents Casino Royale
BUY TICKETS 5th June-22nd September 2019; location TBC
James Bond fans won't want to miss out on Secret Cinema's immersive screening of Casino Royale.
Expect the location to remain a closely guarded secret until a few days before, but be prepared to feel like you're on set. Secret Cinema is known for its incredible attention to detail. This time around you'll sip on martinis (shaken not stirred of course) while 007's dark and shady world comes alive.
Luna Cinema
BUY TICKETS Until the end of September; various locations
You know the weather is warming up when Luna Cinema releases its line-up of summer screenings! This year, the outdoor spectacle will be popping up in parks and special venues across the UK.
Here in London you can celebrate 15 years of Mean Girls in Marylebone, sing-a-long to The Greatest Showman in Wimbledon and Alexandra Palace or catch up on Oscar-winner A Star is Born in Tooting.
Luna Kids Cinema
BUY TICKETS 25th May - 18th August; Dulwich Park and Hampton Court Palace
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? Luna Cinema has announced a stellar summer line-up of brilliant kids films to keep little people entertained.
There's also plenty of healthy food and drink options (and a bar serving Prosecco for you!) Pack your popcorn and head to Dulwich Park from 25th May-2nd June, or Hampton Court Palace 14th-18th August.
Royal Opera House BP Screenings
GET TICKETS11th June, 2nd July and 9th July; various locations
Love opera? You can enjoy live-streamed screenings of classic operas like Carmen and the Marriage of Figaro direct from the Royal Opera House at various locations around London, including Trafalgar Square and Television Centre in White City, this summer. The best bit? Every performance is free.
Nomad Cinema
BUY TICKETS Year round; various locations
Do good while enjoying a night under the stars with Nomad Cinema. They donate 100 percent of their profits to educating children in South Africa.
Venues range from Brompton Cemetery to Leadenhall Market and Centre Point so you're just a tube ride away from a fun night with friends. Plus, they're open year round so you can still get your outdoor cinema fix when autumn arrives.
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