Backing the big screen for 15 years!
As a proud local sponsor, we’re thrilled to support the return of
Telethon Community Cinemas for another year!
Perth’s family-friendly and affordable outdoor cinemas donate all profits to children’s charities - bringing fun under the stars for a great cause.
Your guide to Telethon Community Cinemas.
Whether you're planning a family night out or an evening with friends, Telethon Community Cinemas is the perfect summer destination.
Gates open from 6:30pm with most movies starting at 7:45pm.
Cinema locations
Murdoch - Murdoch University, Building 122, South Street.
Joondalup - Joondalup Pines, Edith Cowan University.
Bassendean - BIC Reserve, Guildford Road.
Burswood - Burswood Parklands, Charles Paterson Park.
Check the website for detailed directions to each cinema.
Tickets
You can buy tickets online through the Telethon Community Cinemas website.
Adult: $14
Senior/Student: $10
Children (5 – 15 yrs): $7
Family Pass (2 Adults & 2 Children): $35
What to bring
Bring your own chairs, picnic rugs, or hire a bean bag lounge online.
You can pre-order pizza online, grab snacks at the venue, or pack your own picnic. All venues are fully licensed with beer, wine, cider, and soft drinks available for purchase.
Over $13.6 million raised for WA kids!
This year marks 25 years of Telethon Community Cinemas making a difference. Last season alone, Telethon Community Cinemas raised $816,322.85 for children’s charities.
Heading to the Community Cinemas soon?
Here's some more info to help you have a great evening!
There are some big movies showing with A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Good Fortune, Materialists, Roofman and The Roses, just some of the films on throughout the season.
There are also plenty of family-friendly options, including Kangaroo and The Bad Guys 2.
Plus you'll have the chance to see Christmas favourites like Home Alone, Elf and Love Actually in December.
Check out the full list of films and sessions.
You can bring your own food or choose from a selection of food available for sale at each cinema. Gates open at 6:30 pm (most films start at 7:45 pm), so you have plenty of time for a picnic.
Pizzas can be ordered online ahead of time, or you can pick up a pie or sausage roll at each venue. Just make sure you pre-order your pizza online by 5:45 p.m. on your screening day. Each venue also offers a cheese pack, which comes with a selection of cheese, crackers, and more. You can also grab a popcorn, ice cream, and other sweets to enjoy during your movie.
While you can’t bring your own alcohol, you can buy wine, beer, and soft drinks from the bar at each cinema. Coffee and other hot drinks are also available for purchase.
View the full food and drinks menu.
Since its establishment in 1997 (as Movies by Burswood), Telethon Community Cinemas has raised almost $13 million for charitable organisations benefitting WA children.
Its current charity partners include Telethon, 12 Buckets, Rebound WA, HorsePower Hills, and Thriive.
Learn more about the history of the Telethon Community Cinemas, 12 Buckets, and Horsepower Australia.
You can view a full list of FAQs and find out more on Telethon Community Cinemas website.