Going to the cinema doesn’t have to mean sitting in a large enclosed theatre any more. Outdoor cinemas in Kent have been popping up in recent years, and there are some great locations to watch films in the open air. You can also find some drive in cinemas in Kent as well for that fun drive in experience.
If you also enjoy outdoor theatre experiences, Kent has some great open air theatre shows happening through the year too. Don’t forget to check out all the great events that also happen in Kent through the year.
The Oval Bandstand & Lawns
Eastern Esplanade, Clifton, Margate, Kent, CT9 2HL
Deckchair seating is included in all the tickets with Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema at The Oval Bandstand & Lawns. The onsite bar will be serving drinks and treats including popcorn. The films begin around sunset so will be later as the Summer arrives.
7th June 2024 – Mamma Mia
12th July 2024 – Grease “Sing a long”
6th September 2024 E.T the Extra-Terrestrial
Belmont House and Gardens
Throwley, ME13 0HH
- 18th August – Beauty and the Beast outdoor theatre
Chapterhouse Theatre Company are putting on a show of Beauty and the Beast at Belmont House this Summer. Take your own picnic blanket to enjoy the performance which starts at 4pm.
Godington House and Gardens
- 13th July 2024 – The Importance of being Ernest
- 20th July – Robin Hood
- 3rd August 2024 – The Dressing Book
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
- 1st June 2024 – The Comedy of Errors open air theatre
The Handlebars will be presenting Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors at Riverhill Himalayan Gardens this Summer. Gates open at 4pm for a 5pm start.
Check out Riverhill events in the Spring for their bluebell festival too
Leeds Castle
2024 TBC
Your outdoor cinema experience in conjunction with Luna Cinema will be located on the Cedar Lawn. Leeds Castle is situated 7 miles east of Maidstone, Kent.
Leeds Castle also has many great seasonal events through the year including at Easter, Halloween, Fireworks and Christmas.
Tonbridge Castle
- 18th July 2024 – The Railway Children outdoor performance
- 18th July – Jeeves & Wooster outdoor performance
- 31st August 2024 – Dr Do-little outdoor theatre
The screen will be located on the West side of the lawn in front of Motte and Bailey. You can access the event site via the main castle entrance off Castle Street.
Walmer Castle
- 3rd August 2024 – Beauty and the Beast
- 10th August 2024 – Little Women
Chapterhouse Theatre Company is coming to Walmer House this Summer for two great adaptations of open air theatre.