Events

See this year's Oscar-nominated films at Lido, Home of the Oscars.

Strap in for the ride of your life at the Victorian premiere of Harry Lighton’s leather-clad love story, Pillion, starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling.

We’re making a song-and-dance of the movie musical, with another year-long celebration of the best and boldest films the genre has to offer.

Dance 'til you drop at our Desert Rave Preview of director Óliver Laxe's astonishing new thriller Sirat.

One of the most revered and influential directors of the 20th century, Michelangelo Antonioni explored the human relationship with the modern world in a radically new style, dissecting the tensions between people and their environments with an elegant, eerie cool.

Oscar Award-winning writer-director Emerald Fennell's highly anticipated adaptation of the beloved gothic novel, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi.

The fun times keep coming with host Zachary Ruane (Aunty Donna) presenting a specially curated selection of cinematic gems and rarities guaranteed to provide good times only.

Our all killer, no filler Cult Classics screen every Friday night with encore screenings on Monday nights.

Strap in for the ride of your life at our Valentine's Day Preview of Harry Lighton’s leather-clad love story, Pillion, starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling.

In the mood for love? Celebrate Valentine's Day with our collection of heart-bursting romantic classics on the big screen at Lido.

A weekly series of kids and family classics screening on Saturdays and Sundays at 11am.

They had style, they had grace. Our Classic Matinees program showcases the greatest and most glamorous pictures from the Golden Age of Hollywood and beyond.

We're excited to host a Q&A screening of Bonegilla - The Migrant's Journey, with director Simon Reich and a live musical performance of the film soundtrack.

Across February 2026, the National Communication Museum and Swinburne University, in partnership with Lido Cinemas, present the FRIEND Film Festival: an exploration of the relationships that people form with machines.

Panorama of Chinese Film presents a diverse collection of classic and new Chinese films, organised by the Chinese Independent Film Foundation (CIFF).

Welcome to the proud home of Europa! Europa Film Festival, a celebration of European cinema.

An intimate new documentary focusing on Paul McCartney's life and career during the 1970s, from award-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville.

A stunning new cinematic experience from visionary director Baz Luhrmann, using newly unearthed footage and rediscovered recordings of the King of Rock.

Join with us to celebrate the opening of Europa! Europa Film Festival 2026 and bear witness to the Australian Premiere of The Testament of Ann Lee.

Join us for a special preview of the time-travelling mockumentary, Nirvanna: the Band the Show the Movie, with a souvenir "tour" poster and bumper sticker included with the ticket.

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.

THE MOMENT is coming... and it’s a movie about brat and charli and a tour but none of it happened but maybe some of it did.

An unmissable, career-spanning concert film from the Radiohead frontman, captured live from the Sydney Opera House.

Join us for a special screening of the expansive musical documentary BORN INNOCENT: THE REDD KROSS STORY, followed by a Q&A with the band members.

Shakespeare's OTHELLO rages to life like never before in this compelling new National Theatre Live production starring David Harewood, Toby Jones and Caitlin FitzGerald.

The Comedy Festival comes to Hawthorn's famous Lido Cinemas.

Cinema Reborn is an annual film festival bringing newly restored classics to the big screen.

RunNation is back for its 12th year, bringing people together through stories about running.

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour returns for its 10th year with a new collection of short films that celebrate remarkable women exploring the world around them.

We're bringing breathtaking real-life adventures and glorious outdoor vistas to the big screen.

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen.

Crying, kicking, screaming is welcome, and that goes for the babies as well.

An offer you can't refuse. Tickets are $8 tickets members and $12 for non-members all day and night on Tuesdays.

Experience the ultimate cutting-edge technology in cinematic sound at Lido.

The Lido Jazz Room boasts live music and comedy weekly.

Live stand-up comedy weekly in the intimate Lido Jazz Room.

Lido Comedy presents the best headline comedy from around Australia and the world live in cinema!

Lido on the Roof returns with an eye-popping lineup of blockbusters, arthouse gems and family favourites.

The best of British theatre on our cinema screens.

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

$10 tickets for senior members and $12 tickets for non-members on weekdays before 4pm!

Procrastinate smarter, not harder. Enjoy $8 tickets for student members and $12 for student non-members all day and night on Wednesdays.*