The world’s most beautiful cinema is coming back to Sydney in 2026. Set on Mrs Macquarie’s Point, before a backdrop that spans the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city skyline, Westpac OpenAir is a stunning celebration of film, food and Sydney lifestyle. From early evening a spectacular al fresco dining and bar experience comes alive on the harbour’s edge with some of Sydney’s best chefs sharing their take on the perfect summer menu. 

At dusk, the giant cinema screen rises from the water to stand three storeys high over Sydney Harbour. Dolby digital surround sound, 4k projection and comfortable cinema seating, together create an unbeatable cinema experience.

In 2026 our season will run from Friday, 9 January – Tuesday 24 February, an epic 47 nights of the world’s most beautiful cinema, with every detail considered just for you.

Film Program 

The 2026 film program will be released in full on Friday 28 November and will be visible on this page.

Eat & Drink 

Since establishing the event in Sydney in 1998, dining and enjoying drinks with friends has been at the heart of it all. Partnering with leading restauranteurs and caterers, each year they create a spectacular al fresco dining experience on the harbour’s edge, seating more than a thousand guests nightly.

Friends, first – dates, partners and colleagues gather to watch the stunning sunset views, enjoying a diverse summer menu of snacks, small plates and mains, alongside wine, cocktails and a range of other beautiful beverages.

This summer the elevated dining experiences will be in three distinct areas, The Point, Chandon Garden and Summer House and the collaborators will be revealed shortly.

Key Dates:

  • Friday 28 November – program announched
  • Monday 8 December – On Sale – 9am
  • Friday 9 January – Opening Night
  • Tuesday 24 February – Closing Night

Westpac Openair World's Most Beautiful Cinema -set on Mrs Macquaries Point, before a backdrop that spans the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bride and city Skyline.

From January 9 - February 2026

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