{"id":98671,"date":"2025-05-13T17:58:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T17:58:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/98671\/"},"modified":"2025-05-13T17:58:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T17:58:19","slug":"the-time-for-square-cinema-has-come-around","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/98671\/","title":{"rendered":"The time for Square Cinema has come around"},"content":{"rendered":"

Square Cinema returns to the capital in June, bringing three days of big-screen entertainment to St Andrew Square in one of the UK\u2019s biggest free outdoor cinema events.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The three day long event is funded by Essential Edinburgh with sponsor LNER continuing their headline support. It all begins this year on Friday 13 June\u00a0with a packed line-up.<\/p>\n

Family audiences can enjoy daytime screenings including\u00a0Wicked,\u00a0a Paddington double bill with\u00a0Paddington 2\u00a0and\u00a0Paddington In Peru,\u00a0Inside Out 2,\u00a0The Wild Robot\u00a0and\u00a0Moana 2.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Later in the day, the programme shifts to Hollywood blockbusters and cult classics including\u00a0The Lost Boys,\u00a0Chicago,\u00a0Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy,\u00a0Mrs Doubtfire,\u00a0Twisters, and\u00a0Gladiator 2, all shown in a relaxed, picnic-style setting.<\/p>\n

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The Square Cinema competition\u00a0on-line<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0offers a chance of winning a fantastic luxury weekend-stay in Edinburgh for four. Enjoy 1st\u00a0class travel and entry to Square Cinema\u2019s First Class Lounge provided by partners LNER, a two-night stay in the George Hotel close to St Andrew Square Garden, A \u00a3300 gift card for Multrees Walk \u2013 Scotland\u2019s luxury shopping destination \u2013 and lunch and dinner provided by Bar+Block Steakhouse Edinburgh and Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill, and entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Emily Campbell Johnston, Senior Manager Marketing & Communications for Essential Edinburgh, said:\u00a0\u201cOver fourteen years, our outdoor film screenings produced by Unique Events have evolved into one of the largest free outdoor cinema events in the UK \u2013 attracting locals and visitors alike to enjoy our wonderful city centre.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are delighted to continue our partnership with LNER, working together to create happy memories for all, and this year to also offer audio-described screenings. It\u2019s a fantastic, free event that truly has something for absolutely everyone \u2013 come rain or shine \u2013 from daytime family fun to movie-lovers at night.<\/p>\n

\u201cSquare Cinema is always fabulous fun and offers a wonderful communal film experience. It brings people into the city centre and they can then enjoy all that is on offer, helping drive footfall and provide a welcome boost for local businesses.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jake Orros, Community Partnerships Manager at LNER, added: \u201cWe are delighted to continue our headline sponsorship of this special outdoor event that brings people into the heart of Edinburgh. In 2025, we\u2019re proud to introduce a new community partnership element, further strengthening our commitment to inclusivity and connection.\u201d<\/p>\n

Entry to Square Cinema remains free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n

Concessions available within Square Cinema include drinks from Heineken 0%, food tasters from Dishoom, and sweet treats such as ice cream, popcorn, and confectionery from Alandas.\u00a0<\/p>\n

To be as inclusive as possible, all films will be shown with subtitles, and select films will be audio-described. For full entry terms and conditions, or to reserve a headset for audio-described screenings, please visit\u00a0www.squarecinema.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

SQUARE CINEMA PROGRAMME 2025*<\/strong><\/p>\n

Friday 13 June:<\/p>\n

4:30pm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Moana 2 (2024) \u2013 Cert PG\u00a0(Audio Described Available)<\/p>\n

6:30pm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The Meg (2018) \u2013 Cert 12<\/p>\n

8:35pm\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The Lost Boys (1987) \u2013 Cert 15\u00a0(Audio Described Available)<\/p>\n

Saturday 14 June:\u00a0<\/p>\n

11am\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The Wild Robot (2024) \u2013 Cert U<\/p>\n

1pm \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Paddington 2 (2017) \u2013 Cert PG (Audio Described Available)<\/p>\n

3:15pm \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Mrs Doubtfire (1993) \u2013 Cert 12A<\/p>\n

5:45pm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Chicago (2002) \u2013 Cert 12A<\/p>\n

8:00pm\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy (2024) \u2013 Cert 15 (Audio Described Available)<\/p>\n

Sunday 15 June:\u00a0<\/p>\n

11am \u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Inside Out 2 (2024) \u2013 Cert U<\/p>\n

12:50pm\u00a0\u00a0 Paddington in Peru (2024) \u2013 Cert PG<\/p>\n

2:50pm \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Wicked \u2013 Sing-along (2024) \u2013 Cert PG\u00a0(Audio Described Available)<\/p>\n

5:45pm: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Twisters (2024) \u2013 Cert 12 (Audio Described Available)<\/p>\n

8:00pm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gladiator 2 (2024) \u2013 Cert 15\u00a0<\/p>\n

*Film titles and times may be subject to change<\/p>\n

Competition Prize and Entry Details<\/strong><\/p>\n

Win a luxury weekend in Edinburgh for four people to attend Square Cinema with LNER from 13th to 15th June 2025.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For your chance to win 1st class tickets for four to travel to Edinburgh with LNER, a weekend stay in Edinburgh City Centre at Edinburgh The George, a \u00a3300 gift card to spend on Multrees Walk, lunch at Bar+Block Steakhouse Edinburgh, dinner at Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill and entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon, simply complete the entry form on the Square Cinema website:https:\/\/www.edinburghcitycentre.co.uk\/square-cinema-comp\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Prize List<\/strong><\/p>\n