Watching a movie in the open air only happens during the summer months, and in Lisbon we’ve discovered the best places to see movies out doors.
In these open-air spaces, it’s true that you won’t get to see the latest releases, but we guarantee that the whole experience will be well worth it.
Without further ado, because the movie is about to start, turn off your phone, pull up your blanket and enjoy the movie.
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CineConchas
O CineConchas is one of the oldest open-air cinema events in Lisbon, and this year it’s already in its 15th edition, always showing some of the best films of the year, as well as being completely free and perfect for families.
Outdoor movie poster:
june 27th to 29th
- thursday: Fallen Leaves, by Aki Kaurismaki
- friday: The Teachers’ Room, by Iker Çatak
- Saturday: Ducks! by Benjamin Renner
4 to 6 of July
- thursday: I, Captain, by Matteo Garrone
- friday: Anatomy of a Fall, by Justine Triet
- Saturday: Profession: Danger, by David Leitch
11 to 13 of July
- thursday: Past Lives, by Celine Song
- friday: Dune, Part Two, by Denis Veilleneuve
- Saturday: Trolls 3 – All Together by Walt Dohrn
Black Cat Cinema
Black Cat Cinema’s new outdoor movie season began on June 26, with its premiere in the Cloisters of the Igreja da Graça.
But both the Palácio do Grilo and the most recent addition, the rooftop IDB Lisbon, are once again hosting memorable movie nights in Lisbon, this time accompanied by musical performances before the films on show.
This year’s poster includes hits such as “Poor Things” and“The Worst Person In The World “, as well as undisputed blockbusters such as “The Grand Budapest Hotel”, “Legally Blonde” or “Top Gun”: Maverick”.
The Black Cat Cinema offers a unique and varied program, with popcorn, pizza and drinks… this time until October.
Outdoor movie poster:
- june 16th: The Grand Budapest Hotel, in the Church of Grace
- june 17th: Chungking Express, at Grace Church
- june 18th: The Princess Bride, at Graça Church
- june 23rd: Legally Blonde, at Grace Church
- june 24th: The Truman Show, at Grace Church
- june 25th: Top Gun: Maverick, at IDB Lisbon
- june 30th: The Worst Person In The World, at Grace Church
Cine Society
The outdoor movie experience at Cine Society is one of the most exciting in Lisbon, and one of the main reasons for this is the location where the films are shown: at the Carmo Rooftop and, for the first time this year, at Doca da Marinha , with incredible views of the city and the Tagus.
Until October you’ll be able to see some of the best films, old and new classics.
Outdoor movie poster:
- Her
- Superbad
- Grease
- Jaws: The Shark
- The Silence of the Lambs
- Pretty Woman
- Casablanca
- Top Gun
- Mamma Mia
- Snatch
- American Beauty
- A Star is Born
- Dirty Dancing
On the Cine Society website, the films, days and venues have already been announced, as well as the possibility of book your place now.
Poolside Cinema: TV Series Edition at the Sheraton
Until September 14, every Thursday at 8:30 p.m., the Sheraton hotel will once again have its po olside cinema sessions, through the Poolside Cinema service, which has always been a feature of this hotel chain in Lisbon.
But this year will be different, with two new offers: instead of movies, some episodes of the most iconic TV series will be shown, and you can buy a VIP ticket full of perks.
Outdoor series poster:
- Coming soon
Cinemateca Portuguesa
The Cinemateca Portuguesa and the Cine-Gastro Bar 39 Degraus offer one of the best proposals for outdoor cinema this summer in Lisbon.
The screenings start promptly at 9.45 p.m., giving you the chance to enjoy an outdoor movie experience on the terrace.
Outdoor movie poster:
- The entire program cinemateca website
Mayer Park
Parque Mayer continues with its outdoor movie sessions in August, to watch for free on Fridays and Saturdays.
Outdoor series poster:
- Coming soon