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Upcoming Films & Screenings

Check out these upcoming screenings and events in Sydney and Melbourne from our cinema partners.

Buffalo Kids – Program Launch

Celebrate the launch of the Children's International Film Festival 2026 with a special preview of the heart-warming animated adventure Buffalo Kids.

When two parentless Irish siblings arrive in New York City via ocean liner, they quickly find themselves on a wild, cross-country journey aboard an orphan train where they meet an extraordinary new friend who will change their lives forever.

Fuelled by curiosity, friendship, and teamwork, their dangerous and discovery-filled journey will introduce them to devious villains, surprising allies, unexpected heroes, and unimaginable adventures on a heart-warming and hilarious search for home.

See it first and grab a copy of the 2026 CHIFF program on Saturday 9 May at 1:30pm.

Classic Cinemas, Elsternwick
Lido Cinemas, Hawthorn
Cameo Cinemas, Belgrave
Ritz Cinemas, Randwick

 

Kids Matinees

Weekly on Saturdays and Sundays.

Junior, a weekly series of films for kids and families!

From Coco to Cinderella, a curated year-long program for small cinephiles and the young at heart screens on Saturdays and Sundays at 11am at Classic, Lido, Cameo and Ritz Cinemas with all tickets at kids prices.

See classic films from the Disney vault and Pixar masterpieces alongside family favourites including ShrekThe NeverEnding Story, The GooniesThe Iron GiantPaddington and many more.

Classic Cinemas, Elsternwick
Lido Cinemas, Hawthorn
Cameo Cinemas, Belgrave
Ritz Cinemas, Randwick

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