Where to watch a movie under the stars in Dubai

 

 

Craving an outdoor screening of your favorite movies? It's that time of the year again, when we hit the seats and catch a good film under the stars. Dubai, as the temperature drops, your beauty increases as we enjoy the cooler weather and all the feel-good mood it brings along. 

 

From breezy rooftops to sandy corners, there are 3 outdoor spots in Dubai that will push all the right buttons for a perfect open-air movie experience and get you all cozied up with a nice backdrop as you disconnect to the movie that'll take you to another world.

 

 

Cinema Akil

 

 

Cinema Akil, the venue originally nestled in Al Serkal Avenue, regularly hosts outdoor screenings at 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central, where visitors can gather and watch films under the stars. Make sure to keep an eye on the cinema's calendar to keep track of all their latest movies.

 

Location: 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central, Trade Centre, Trade Centre 2, Dubai

Contact: 056 995 1225

 

 

VOX Moonlight 

 

 

Let's head all the way up to the rooftop garden boutique-like setting of Galleria Mall, there we'll find this sky-high outdoor cinema from VOX. Screening a variety of new releases in surround sound, this outdoor rooftop theater can host around 100 guests. With so many different and comfortable seating options from loungers & oversized beanbags, to a VIP experience upgrade where you can stretch out in a private cabana, this spot is a movie lover's haven! Cherry on top? Order from a specially curated dining menu to complete your open-air movie night! Catch the moonlight.

 

Location: Galleria Mall, Al Wasl Rd, Al Wasl - Dubai

Contact: 600 599 905

 

 

Zero Gravity

 

 

Cinema on the Sand returns to Zero Gravity so let's hit the beach for an open-air movie experience like no other! Get ready Dubai to catch your favorite screenings with the skyline of Dubai Marina and JBR as your backdrop. Is it going to be a beanbag or a sun lounger? They're both ever so relaxing under the stars; watch a different film showing every fortnight. Entry to the beach club's Cinema on the Sand costs just AED75, and the price is redeemable against food & bevvies!

 

Location: Skydive Dubai Drop Zone, Al Sufouh Rd, Dubai

Contact: (04) 399 0009

 

 

While you're at it you'd definitely want to check out Dubai's outdoor season: must-try restaurants & terraces!