Breaking News: NRW’s Top Open-Air Cinemas in 2025 – Dates, Films & Tickets
Get ready to enjoy cinematic under the stars as NRW’s open-air cinemas gear up for a stellar 2025 season. Whether you’re a fan of cult classics or eager to catch the latest blockbusters, this summer’s offerings are sure to delight. Here’s a roundup of where and when you can enjoy films in Essen, Duisburg, Münster, and beyond.
Bochum: Fiege Open-Air Cinema
Kicking off in July, the Fiege Open-Air Cinema in Bochum returns for its 24th year, attracting over 10,000 visitors annually. This popular spot features new releases and timeless classics, making it a must-visit for cinema enthusiasts. This year, expect hits like “Gladiator II” and “Emilia Pérez”.
- Dates: July 17 – August 31, 2025
- Tickets: Starting from €12
- Location: Moritz-Fiege-Straße 1, 44787 Bochum
- More Info: fiekino.de
Duisburg: Stadtwerke Sommerkino
The Stadtwerke Sommerkino in Duisburg offers a beach-feeling ambiance in the Landscape Park Duisburg-Nord. This summer, prepare for an exciting film lineup starting on July 11. Details of the films will be announced on June 18, with pre-sale tickets available from June 25.
- Dates: July 11 – August 24, 2025
- Tickets: €14 (€12 for card holders)
- Location: Landscape Park Duisburg-Nord
- More Info: stadtwerke-sommerkino.de
Essen: Lichtburg Open-Air
The Essen Filmtheater invites you to the Lichtburg Open-Air on Cathedral Square, offering an entire month of film festivities in August. While the lineup is yet to be announced, film enthusiasts can enjoy movies under the stars in a prime location.
- Dates: Throughout August 2025
- Tickets: €12
- Location: Cathedral Square, 45127 Essen-Innerstadt
- More Info: filmspiegel-essen.de
Dortmund: PSD Bank Sommerkino
Prepare for film nights under Dortmund’s starry skies at the PSD Bank Sommerkino in Westfalenpark. Although the films are yet to be announced, this event promises entertainment from July 17 to August 24, with tickets at €14 including a booking fee.
- Dates: July 17 – August 24, 2025
- Tickets: €14
- Location: Westfalenpark, An der Buschmühle 100, 44139 Dortmund
- More Info: psd-bank-sommerkino.de
Dinslaken: Cinema with Friends
Located in Dinslaken and Voerde, the Cinema with Friends offers a unique blend of music and movies. Before each film, local artists perform acoustic music, adding to the atmosphere. Films begin at sunset, and tickets are available online.
- Dates: July 3 – August 9, 2025
- Tickets: €12
- Locations:
- Burginnhof: Willi-Dittgen-Steige, 46535 Dinslaken
- Open-air stage Burgtheater: Althoffstr. 5, 46535 Dinslaken
- Strandbad Tenderingsee, Tenderingstr., 46562 Voerde
- More Info: filmemitfreunden.de
Herne: Strünkeder Sommer
Part of Herne’s Strünkeder Sommer, the open-air cinema offers a diverse summer event series from May to September. Alongside films, enjoy theater performances, concerts, and other activities. Details and ticket prices will be available from early July.
- Dates: July 13 – August 16, 2025
- Tickets: Details to come in July
- Location: Schlosshof Strünkede, Karl-Brandt-Weg 5, 44629 Herne
- More Info: herne.de/struenkeder-sommer
Heiligenhaus: Cinema in the Village Church Isenbügel
Film lovers will appreciate the free cinema evenings at the Village Church Isenbügel in Heiligenhaus. Previously popular, these events are scheduled for four to five days in August, inviting attendees to discuss films after the show.
- Dates: Four to five days in August 2025
- Tickets: Free Admission
- Location: Village Church Isenbügel, Isenbügeler Straße 25, 42579 Heiligenhaus
- More Info: dorfkirche-isenbuegel.de
Münster: Sparda Bank Sommer Nacht Kino
The Sparda Bank Sommer Nacht Kino in Münster returns with an enchanting setting in front of the historic castle. Starting on July 22, film fanatics can enjoy movies under the stars. Pre-sale tickets begin on June 12, offering a blend of classics and new releases.
- Dates: July 22 – August 10, 2025
- Tickets: €12.50 (reduced and sneak-in: €10)
- Location: Schlossplatz, 48143 Münster
- More Info: cineplex.de
Whether you’re catching a new blockbuster or revisiting a classic, NRW’s open-air cinemas promise a memorable summer experience. Be sure to book your tickets early and don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy movies under the stars!
