Experience Cinema
Magic in daylesford
WE'RE OPENING SOON!
Daylesford's new 70-seat cinema is coming, featuring a modern, comfortable setting with a bar/cafe, and a diverse range of films and events including festivals and small live performances.
Get ready for an enjoyable experience in the heart of town.
Phoenix Cinema is getting ready to open our doors - and we can't wait to welcome you in!
Our soft opening begins Saturday, 4 April, launching a two-week Easter school holiday program. During this time, we’ll be screening movies every day as part of our kids’ program; the perfect way to experience the cinema for the first time.
Before that, we’re inviting the community in for a sneak peek.
🗓 Wednesday, Thursday & Friday April 1st-3rd
🕙 10am – 4pm
Drop in to:
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Explore the space
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See what the Phoenix has created
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Sign up as a member
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Register as a volunteer
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Chat with the team
This is your chance to experience firsthand what will become a vibrant hub for community events, celebrations, schools, and shared storytelling.
As this is a soft opening, we appreciate your patience while we find our rhythm over the first couple of weeks. A full launch and official opening night for the community and our business sponsors will follow soon after.
Make sure you’re signed up to our mailing list to stay in the loop — and keep an eye on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
Booking links and the full movie program will be released very soon.
The Phoenix is rising — and this is just the beginning.
FUNDRAISING
dinner
We promise a fun evening full of laughter and just a little bit of the competitive spirit. Tables of 10 allow you to gather your friends into a team, or just come along and be assigned to a team on the night.
DATE
Wednesday
7 May 2025
6.45 pm – 10 pm
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How You Can Support Us
HELP US REACH OUR FUNDING GOAL
The Phoenix Cinema holds a special place in our community's heart, and we're on a mission to bring it back to life.
To make this dream a reality, we need your support. Your generous donation, no matter the size, will play a vital role in restoring this beloved cinema and ensuring it can once again provide entertainment and joy for generations to come.
Join us in reviving this cultural gem and help us create a vibrant hub for film lovers in Daylesford. There are a number of ways to contribute and become a part of this exciting project, please click the link below to Donate Now page.
behind
the scenes
The move to bring the magic of cinema back to Daylesford has attracted a team of talented locals. These passionate individuals work tirelessly behind the scenes, pouring their time and energy into promoting our vision, overseeing construction, and spearheading fundraising efforts.