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Square Cinema


One of the UK’s biggest free outdoor cinema events returns to Edinburgh this June.

People sitting in the sun at St Andrews Square watching a film during the Square Cinema event
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New Town

13th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Free entry

Running from 13 to 15 June 2025, Square Cinema brings 3 days of cinematic classics and family blockbusters to the picturesque surroundings of St Andrew Square Garden, all for free.

Whether you want to see a golden oldie, a cult title or family blockbuster, this festival has something for all ages and tastes. Family audiences are in for a treat with daytime screenings including Wicked, a Paddington double bill with Paddington 2 and Paddington In Peru, Inside Out 2, The Wild Robot and Moana 2. Later in the day, enjoy Hollywood blockbusters and cult classics including The Lost BoysChicagoBridget Jones: Mad About the BoyMrs DoubtfireTwisters, and Gladiator 2 – all shown in a relaxed, picnic-style setting.

All films will be shown with subtitles, and select films will be audio-described. To reserve a headset for audio-described screenings, please visit Square Cinema.

People sitting on Deck Chairs at Square Cinema
© Essential Edinburgh

Pets are not allowed, but assistance dogs are welcome.

All movies are free to watch with no ticket required. Spaces will be available on a first come first serve basis. Audience members are welcome to bring picnics. No alcohol or glass may be brought into the event arena. On-site will also be a variety of food and drink vendors, including Heineken 0%, Dishoom, and Alandas.

Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult, aged 18 years+

For full details, including this year’s full listings go to Square Cinema.