School Holiday Movie Guide

Looking for an easy school holiday activity? You can’t beat a trip to the movies. With fresh new releases and plenty of family-friendly titles, the big screen has something for everyone these holidays.

School holidays are the perfect time for a cosy family movie outing or a fun catch-up with friends, no matter what the weather’s doing. Escaping into a world of make-believe – and enjoying those larger-than-life sights and sounds on the big screen – is even more exciting now with features like extreme screens and comfy reclining chairs. And with plenty of new releases timed for the holiday period, including a great mix of G and PG options, there’s always something for every age group. Films rated M are not suitable for kids under 15 years. You can view all of the official Australian Classification ratings here.

Find family friendly films plus movies for older teens showing in cinemas during the school holidays, plus a handy link to cinema locations around Adelaide. 

PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie | In Cinemas 17 Sep 2026

After their ship gets caught in a mysterious storm, the PAW Patrol pups crash land on an uncharted tropical island ...

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COYOTE VS ACME | In Cinemas 17 Sep 2026

Directed by Dave Green and starring John Cena, Will Forte and Lana Condor, COYOTE VS ACME is a smart, high-concept ...

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Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom | In Cinemas 17 Sep 2026

Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom sees the residents of Mossy Bottom Farm looking forward to Halloween - ...

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Stitch Head | Win a Family Pass | In Cinemas 8 Oct 2026

Stitch Head is a charming, spooky and heartwarming animated family adventure based on the internationally bestselling children's book series by ...

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Twilight Movie Night | Elizabeth Vale | 16 Oct 2026

Pack your picnic rug, gather the family, and enjoy a magical night under the stars with a Free Twilight Movie ...

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School Holiday Movie Deal | Capri Theatre | 26 Sep – 11 Oct 2026

Grab cheap movie tickets at The Capri during the spring school holidays. School holiday movie magic is back at the ...

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Ended: WIN Tickets to COYOTE VS ACME | In Cinemas 17 Sep 2026

COYOTE VS ACME stars everyone's favourite Looney Tunes characters on screen in a hilarious and action-packed adventure. After enduring years ...

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Ended: WIN Tickets to Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom | In Cinemas 17 Sep 2026

Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom is a brand-new fun, hilarious and spooky adventure for the whole family ...

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Labyrinth: 40th Anniversary Event | Palace Nova Cinemas Eastend | 24 Sep 2026

Go along to a celebration of imagination and creativity on what would have been Jim Henson's 90th birthday with this ...

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School Holiday Movie Guide

Looking for an easy school holiday activity? You can’t beat a trip to the movies. With fresh new releases and ...

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Dreamworks Forgotten Island | In Cinemas 17 Sep 2026

DreamWorks Animation, the studio that brought you unforgettable bonds between a boy and a dragon in How to Train Your ...

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ST. ALi Italian Film Festival | Palace Cinemas | 16 Sep – 13 Oct 2026

The St. Ali Italian Film Festival returns to Adelaide in 2026 at Palace Nova Eastend Cinemas and Palace Nova Prospect ...

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Adelaide Film Festival | 14-25 Oct 2026

Adelaide Film Festival is back with local and international film premieres, visual art, parties, forums and experiences happening right across ...

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