The Galileo

The Galileo was started a few years ago, and “airs” during the Cape Town summer months i.e. October to April, or at least the months that should be our summer.

The Galileo is kind of like the old drive in venues, without the cars though J So everyone grabs picnic blankets or “chairs”, chills on the grass and watches a movie on the big screen.

Over the years additional venues and dates have been added with this year being bigger and better than ever.

Movies are screened on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and select Saturday evenings.  Friday night screenings are on a rotating venue basis and Saturdays are out in the winelands.

In previous years I’ve attended screenings at Hillcrest Quarry, Kirstenbosch Gardens and V&A Waterfront.  I can’t say I have a favourite venue as they all so different.

Typically the doors open at 6pm with the movie starting when the sun goes down.  If you get there early enough you get to enjoy the stunning sunset while sipping a glass of wine. 

There are food and drinks vendors but you’re welcome to bring your own picnics.  It does get a bit chilly so a blanket is a good idea.

Tickets can be bought through webtickets.  You can buy tickets for the whole season, so book your tickets as soon as possible.  I see that there are a few screenings already sold out.