Events

Dream, learn and giggle at the Children's International Film Festival. Returning to Classic, Lido and Cameo Cinemas from 28 May – 13 June.

Our Cult Classics calendar includes silver screen masterpieces from the early 20th century through to now.

A special Q&A screening featuring director Jonathan Alley and producer Tait Brady. Only on Thursday 19 May, 6.30pm.

Don't miss the Australian premiere of DREAMS OF PAPER & INK, a dazzling silent film from local indie auteur Glenn Triggs. Includes post-screening Q&A with Glenn (director) and stars William Servinis, Tamara Lee Bailey and Neal Bonsanquet.

Lido monthly film trivia by Swinburne returns!

Attend our early fan screenings of THE BOB'S BURGERS MOVIE with a complimentary Kaiju! Krush on arrival and cheap frothies from the bar.

Join us for a special event charity screening of TAKE HEART: DEADLY HEART, a powerful and urgent documentary on the national health crisis facing Indigenous Australians.

Witness a special screening of pop phenomenon Charli XCX's intimate new documentary ALONE TOGETHER. Screening one night only on Thursday 2 June.

Preview Alex Garland's (Ex Machina) latest scintillating thriller MEN with a complimentary KAIJU! Krush on arrival and cheap frothies from the bar. Co-presented with Fantastic Film Festival Australia.

We would like, if we may, to take you one a strange journey. Dress for a trip to Transylvania for our fabulous interactive screenings, running on the first Friday of every second month. Includes sparkling on arrival.

Join your host Zachary Ruane (Aunty Donna) for a specially curated selection of cinematic gems and rarities guaranteed to provide good times only. It’s Fun Time Film Club!

Celebrate the birthday of pop icon George Michael with the career-spanning documentary GEORGE MICHAEL FREEDOM UNCUT. Screening one night only on Wednesday 22 June.

Hugely popular Australian comedian Dilruk Jayasinha performs live at Lido!

Strip bare (or to undies) for this special event screening of NUDE TUESDAY, a delightfully bonkers comedy that truly bares all.

The wait is over! After two long years maestro Andre Rieu returns with another grand concert from his hometown of Maastricht. Three sessions only, from Saturday 27 August - Monday 29 August.

We're bringing nearly the entire oeuvre of the Master of Suspense himself back to the big screen.

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

JIFF brings the best of Jewish-themed and Israeli films to cinemas across Australia. The festival will return in October 2022.

The Lido Jazz Room boasts live music and comedy weekly.

Live stand-up comedy weekly in the intimate Lido Jazz Room. Returns Tuesday 22 February.

$8 tickets for members daily, $10 tickets for non-members!

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

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

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen. 

A complete retrospective of the master of melodrama's films.

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

Rediscover the magic of the original master of film comedy, Charlie Chaplin, with this glorious program of his greatest films.

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

A home for mind-breakers, trend-setters, razor-walkers, loose-wires, truth-talkers, trailblazers and envelope-pushers.

Enjoy previews of these fresh films with a complimentary Kaiju Krush! on arrival*, plus cheap frothies from the bar until close.

Tickets are on sale now for JURASSIC WORLD: DOMINION, the epic conclusion to the Jurassic era that features original stars Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum and Laura Dern!

Celebrate local filmmakers & local talent while meeting like-minded cinephiles. Includes great films, networking opportunities and amazing prize giveaways to participating directors thanks to our partners at Moon Dog.

Our new limited edition tote is a must-have accessory for any serious cinephile.

Tickets are on sale now for TOP GUN: MAVERICK, the highly-anticipated sequel to the 80s action classic. Feel the need for speed: secure your seat ahead of the film's release on May 26.

Save on your fave cinema snacks and film tickets with the Victorian Dining and Entertainment Program! With 25% discounts, it's never been easier to support your favourite independent cinema.