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Taronga Zoo's Cinema Experience

April 2025

Where: Taronga Zoo Concert Lawns (Map D5)

Who: 0+ (Kids under 3 get in free)

When: 24th-27th April

Cost: From $27.00
(Zoo Friends get 10% off)

Movie Details and Times

This year's LION up: Moana, Shrek, Harry Potter 2, 10 Things I Hate About You

Moana ~ Thurs 24 April

Gates open: 6.00pm
Movie commences: 6:30pm
Movie concludes: 8:17pm

(PG) Animation, Adventure, Family

In ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by the demigod Maui reaches Moana's island, she answers the Ocean's call to seek out Maui to set things right.

Parental Guidance (PG) The content is mild in impact.

The impact of PG (Parental Guidance) classified films and computer games should be no higher than mild, but they may contain content that children find confusing or upsetting and may require the guidance of parents, teachers or guardians. For example, they may contain classifiable elements such as language and themes that are mild in impact. PG-rated content is not recommended for viewing by people under the age of 15 without guidance from parents, teachers or guardians.

Link to official trailer: MOANA | Official Trailer - Walt Disney Animation Studios

Shrek ~ Fri 25 April

Event Timings:

Gates open: 6:00pm

Movie commences: 6:30pm

Movie concludes: 8:00pm

(PG) Adventure, Comedy, Fairy Tale

A mean lord exiles fairytale creatures to the swamp of a grumpy ogre, who must go on a quest and rescue a princess for the lord in order to get his land back.

Parental Guidance (PG) The content is mild in impact.

Link to official trailer: SHREK | Official Trailer - Dreamworks Animation

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets ~ Sat 26 April

Event Timings:

Gates open: 6:00pm

Movie commences: 6:30pm

Movie concludes: 9:11pm

(PG) Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery

Harry Potter lives his second year at Hogwarts with Ron and Hermione when a message on the wall announces that the legendary Chamber of Secrets has been opened. The trio soon realize that, to save the school, it will take a lot of courage.

Parental Guidance (PG) The content is mild in impact.

Link to official trailer: HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS | Official Trailer - Warner Bros

10 Things I Hate About You ~ Sun 27 April

Event Timings:

Gates open: 6:00pm

Movie commences: 6:30pm

Movie concludes: 8:07pm

(PG) Romance, Feel Good, Comedy

A high-school boy, Cameron, cannot date Bianca until her anti-social older sister, Kat, has a boyfriend. So, Cameron pays a mysterious boy, Patrick, to charm Kat.

Parental Guidance (PG) The content is mild in impact.

Link to official trailer: 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU | Official Trailer - Touchstone Pictures

Watch movies as the sun sets over the Harbour Bridge!

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Ticket Inclusions and Add Ons

Zoo Friends receive 10% off.

VIP (front row) Ticket: $65
VIP Ticket: $55
Adults: $29
Children (4-15 years): $27
Concession: $26.10
Children 3 years old and under are free!

Includes free Zoo entry from 2pm!

Click below for more info on inclusions for each ticket type.

General Admission

Adults: $29
Children (4-15 years): $27
Concession: $28.20
Children 3 years old and under are free

* Zoo Friends takes 10% off the ticket price.
* VIP tickets are available for all ages.
* In our General Admission section, there is no allocated seating.
Please note, all visitors must head to the Top Plaza when the Zoo closes at 5pm.

VIP front row

Cost

Inclusions

Movie Ticket
Chair in the VIP section
The latest Peters Ice Cream
Complimentary Popcorn
Food and beverage service to your chair

*All tickets include free entry into Taronga Zoo from 2pm. Please note, all visitors must head to the Top Plaza when the Zoo closes at 5pm

* VIP tickets are available for all ages.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Your VIP seats cannot be moved from the VIP section.

VIP

Cost

Inclusions

Movie Ticket
Chair in the VIP section
Food & beverage service to your chair

*All tickets include free entry into Taronga Zoo from 2pm.
* Please note, all visitors must head to the Top Plaza when the Zoo closes at 5pm
* VIP tickets are available for all ages.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Your VIP seats cannot be moved from the VIP section.

Add ons

Chillazy Chair - $35
Chillazy Chair Hire $20 *please note that a $15 refundable deposit is required upon collection of your chair. Taronga is a cashless venue.
Picnic Rug - $25

Food and Beverage Offerings

Enjoy movie classics including freshly popped popcorn, Peters ice cream scoops and other sweet treats. For the grown-ups, a range of beer, wine and pre-mixed drinks will also be available. A range of hot food will also be available before the start of the movie.

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Zoo Friends Member Benefits

Zoo Friends receive 10% off the ticket price. An optional 50% off ‘Chillazy Chair Hire’ is available for up to 2 chairs. Please present your membership card at the Chillazy stand on the night of your movie to claim up to two 50% off Chillazy Chair hires.

_{* Please note you must hold a valid current Zoo Friends membership and be named on the membership card to claim this offer, this offer is not transferable. Upon collection of your Chillazy Chair Hire, your membership will be checked and payment will be taken. If you forget to return your hire chair on the night, please ensure you return it to the Zoo Friends Office within 7 days of your movie. Alternatively, you can keep your chair for an extra fee, our team will contact you to take payment if you would like to take up this option. Please note this offer is subject to availability.}

Stay at The Wildlife Retreat

For the ultimate Taronga cinema experience, stay overnight at the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga, an elegant eco-retreat overlooking Sydney Harbour. Where else in the world can say good morning to a Koala outside your window, explore a private wildlife sanctuary and enjoy this stunning view.

General

What time does the Harbour View Cinema event start?

- Gates open at 6pm each night.

I’m running late for my movie, can I enter at a later time?

- Yes. You are welcome to enter the event any time after gates open, please follow staff and make your way directly to the Taronga Concert Lawns.

What do the movie ratings mean?

General (G) The content is very mild in impact. The G classification is suitable for everyone. G products may contain classifiable elements such as language and themes that are very mild in impact.
Parental Guidance (PG) The content is mild in impact.The impact of PG (Parental Guidance) classified films and computer games should be no higher than mild, but they may contain content that children find confusing or upsetting and may require the guidance of parents, teachers or guardians. For example, they may contain classifiable elements such as language and themes that are mild in impact. PG-rated content is not recommended for viewing by people under the age of 15 without guidance from parents, teachers or guardians.
Mature (M) The content is moderate in impact. Films and computer games classified M (Mature) contain content of a moderate impact. M-rated films and computer games are not recommended for children under the age of 15. They include portrayals of elements such as violence and themes that require a mature outlook. However, children under the age of 15 may legally access this material as the classification rating is an advisory category. Parents, teachers and guardians may need to find out more about the specific content before deciding whether the material is suitable for children in their care.

Ticketing

Where can I buy tickets?
- Tickets can be purchased online via Ticketek.

Can I buy tickets at the Zoo on the night?
- We do not have an on-site box office and all tickets must be purchased online and before you arrive.

I am a Zoo Friends Member, do I receive 50% off Chillazy Hire for 2
- Yes! As a valued Zoo Friends Member, an optional 50% off ‘Chillazy Chair Hire’ is available for up to 2 chairs. Please present your membership card at the Chillazy stand on the night of your movie to claim up to two 50% off Chillazy Chair hires.

* Please note you must hold a valid current Zoo Friends membership and be named on the membership card to claim this offer, this offer is not transferable. Upon collection of your Chillazy Chair Hire, your membership will be checked and payment will be taken. If you forget to return your hire chair on the night, please ensure you return it to the Zoo Friends Office within 7 days of your movie. Alternatively, you can keep your chair for an extra fee, our team will contact you to take payment if you would like to take up this option. Please note this offer is subject to availability.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Zoo Friends, if you forget to return your hire chair on the night, please ensure you return it to the Zoo Friends Office within 7 days of your movie night. Alternatively, you can keep your chair for an additional fee, our team will contact you to take payment if you would like to take up this option.

Does my ticket give me entry to the Zoo during the day?
- Yes your Cinema ticket allows free Entry to the Zoo from 2pm. Please note, all Zoo visitors must head to the Top Plaza when the Zoo closes at 5pm to wait outside the Zoo until 6pm when gates reopen.

I purchased tickets but can no longer attend. What can I do?
- You can exchange your tickets to another movie. However, refunds are not available if you are no longer able to attend or change your mind. Tickets are not tied to the purchasers name, so you are welcome to pass your tickets onto friends/family to use. Please note that if you are a Zoo Friends member, your free Chillazy Hire is not transferable.

What is the refund policy for Harbour View Cinema tickets?
- Tickets to the event are non-refundable, unless the event is cancelled by the organiser, Taronga Zoo Sydney. Should you be unable to attend your session, tickets can be transferred to another session pending ticket availability. Please contact Ticketek Support for any ticket exchange requests.

Do you accept Companion Cards?
- Yes, holders of a government issued companion card can access a free ticket for their companion. Proof of eligibility will be required upon entry. Please book these tickets by calling Ticketek’s Accessible Line on 1300 665 915.

Can I change my ticket to another movie session?
- You can exchange your tickets to another movie however this is subject to availability. Refunds are not available if you are no longer able to attend or change your mind. Please contact Ticketek Support to facilitate this request.

Lost ticket, ticket issues or requests
- For all ticket enquiries including purchasing over the phone / Tickets were not received / I can no longer attend and want a refund or exchange – please visit Ticketek Support.

Venue

How do I get to the Zoo?

There are lots of transport options available for visitors to Harbour View Cinema at Taronga Zoo. You can drive and park at the Zoo. Taronga Zoo has a multi-story car park with limited parking available. The Zoo car park fills up quickly, so we highly recommend public transport as a green option!

The Zoo is located 12 minutes from Circular Quay by ferry or a short bus trip from the city or North Sydney. Please note return ferry services to Circular Quay will not be running after the movie, so please plan your trip accordingly.

Visit www.transportnsw.info or call 131 500 for up-to-date information and timetables.

How much does parking cost?

Parking is a flat rate of $22 for the whole day. Alternatively those attending the Cinema with Entry to the carpark after 2pm will receive a flate rate of $11.

How do I get from the wharf to the Zoo’s top entrance?

There are regular bus services to transport visitors from the wharf to the Zoo’s top entrance. Please note there will be no entry via the Zoo’s lower entrance from the wharf during the Harbour View Cinema event at Taronga Zoo. Please note return ferry services to Circular Quay will not be running after the movie, so please plan your trip accordingly.

Is the bus a free shuttle service?

The buses are regular Sydney public bus services, so please ensure you have your ticket or Opal card ready. If you are traveling via ferry the bus is usually included in your single trip ticket. For more information on fares visit www.transportnsw.info

Is the Zoo an accessible site?

Taronga Zoo is an accessible site, but it does contain some steep slopes. To get the most out of your experience, comfortable shoes and attire are highly recommended. For full information on accessibility at Taronga Zoo, please visit: https://taronga.org.au/taronga-zoo/plan-your-zoo-visit/facilities-accessibility

Please contact us on 9969 2777 if you may require assistance during your experience.

Are strollers and prams allowed?

Yes, strollers and prams are allowed.

What aren’t I allowed to bring?

The following items are prohibited and not allowed to be brought into the Zoo grounds;
Weapons, sharps, cheese knives, glass, animals or animal costumes, balls, balloons, bicycle, scooter, skateboard or rollerblades, alcohol or illegal substances, non-alcoholic beverages in unsealed containers (including glass, cans or hard plastics), musical instruments, noisemaker, airhorn, laser pen, laser pointer or similar focused light devices, portable BBQs, candles, sparklers and/or any firework paraphernalia, poles, sticks, selfie or Go Pro sticks, professional photography, drones.

No liquids (including non-alcoholic beverages, water or alcohol) are permitted on site for security reasons. Free water refill stations are available on site, so bring your empty reusable water bottles, no glass permitted! Please ensure your reusable water bottles are emptied before entering through the security checkpoint.

All non-alcoholic beverages must be in sealed containers (such as hard plastic or cans), glass is not permitted.

For more information, please view the prohibited items list here.

How will the animals respond to the Harbour View Cinema event and extended opening hours during the event?

Rest assured that Taronga’s first priority and concern is always the welfare of the remarkable animals in our care. Taronga’s animals also have access to the comfort and shelter of their night dens and inside areas, but it’s not uncommon for certain animals to choose to remain outside during night events.

Planning has included detailed assessments from keepers to ensure that the event will not be problematic for our animals. Fortunately, Taronga Zoo Sydney has more than 25 years’ experience in successfully hosting after-hours events, including the Twilight at Taronga concerts, Vivid Sydney at Taronga Zoo and New Year’s Eve. Keepers and behavioural scientists monitor the animals and the environment during these events to ensure animal wellbeing is assured, and we are pleased that there have been no reported issues since the Twilight concerts began in 1996.

The Zoo measures noise levels periodically during the concerts and if the guidelines are accidentally exceeded, the volume is immediately reduced. Additionally, Taronga Zoo’s animals also have access to the comfort and shelter of their night quarters and inside areas, but it’s not uncommon for certain animals to choose to remain outside during night events.

Taronga is a not for profit organisation and funds raised by the series directly benefit the Zoo’s wildlife programs.

Will I get to see animals during the Harbour View Cinema event?

Once the Zoo has closed at 5pm, the animals have retired to their night quarters for the evening. If you would like to see our incredible animals, we suggest making the most out of your movie ticket and visiting Taronga Zoo from 2pm.

Can I smoke or vape?

Taronga Zoo is a smoke-free site. Smoking, vaping and the use of any electronic device that simulates tobacco smoking is prohibited in all zoo areas. Guests who do not comply will be denied entry or removed.

Seating

What are the seating arrangements?
- In our General Admission section, there is no allocated seating. If you have purchased VIP tickets, please note your ticket includes a VIP chair.

Can I bring my own seat?
- Yes, you can bring your own low level seats, cushions, blankets and rugs. Alternatively, a limited number of Chillazy Chairs will be available for purchase and or hire on the night, for any General Admissions patrons who are looking for a comfy place to settle on.

Eat & Drink

Will there be places to eat?
- Enjoy movie classics including freshly popped popcorn, Peters ice cream scoops and other sweet treats. Grab a themed mocktail for the kids and a cocktail for the grown-ups, a range of beer, wine and pre-mixed drinks will also be available. A range of hot food will also be available before the start of the movie. You are welcome to BYO food. Please note Taronga Zoo is cashless.

Can I BYO Alcohol?
- Taronga Zoo is a fully licensed event and BYO alcohol and glass is not permitted. Random bag checks will be conducted on entry and all alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages in un-sealed containers (including glass, cans or hard plastics) will be confiscated. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available to purchase.

Free water refill stations are also available on site, so bring your empty reusable water bottles, no glass permitted! Please ensure your reusable water bottles are emptied before entering through the security checkpoint.

Do my VIP tickets include Food and Beverages?
- The Bees Knees VIP ticket Includes the latest Peters Ice Cream, Complimentary Popcorn and Food and Beverage service to your chair. Lions Pride VIP ticket Includes F&B service to your chair only. Please note F&B service to your VIP chair will cease 30minutes after the movie starts. Taronga Zoo is cashless.

Weather

What happens if it rains?
- As an outdoor event, the Harbour View Cinema is subject to weather. Please note the event will proceed rain or shine. We strongly recommend you come prepared with wet weather gear, raincoats and ponchos and something waterproof to sit on in case of rain. Ponchos and umbrellas will be available to purchase at the Zoo’s retail outlets. If there is weather that presents a risk to our patrons, Taronga will notify ticketholders if the session needs to be cancelled. Ticketholders will be notified via email of any cancellations. Please also check our website and social media pages for updates.

Patrons accept that in purchasing a ticket they are paying for an event that commences between 6:45pm-7:30pm depending on the movie on the Concert Lawns at Taronga Zoo and that weather conditions prior to that time and in other parts of Sydney will not result in the performance being cancelled. Patrons accept the risk that weather they consider unsatisfactory may occur on a concert night and acknowledge that a performance may be cancelled by Taronga due to dangerous weather conditions at the time of or during the performance.

Accommodation

Can I stay overnight at the Zoo as part of my experience?
- Yes! Make your Harbour View Cinema experience the ultimate night out by staying at Taronga's elegant eco-retreat, the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga. Nestled within the grounds of Taronga Zoo, the Wildlife Retreat offers designer rooms, intimate wildlife encounters, award-winning dining and stunning views over Sydney Harbour and the city. Visit https://taronga.org.au/retreat for more information!

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