A night at the movies

By Emily Donohoe

Jan 17, 2025

(From right) Tully and Frankie Bird, and Lucia Crane enjoyed the Thursday, January 16 screening of Monsters, Inc. at Port of Echuca’s Summer Cinema. Photos: Emily Donohoe.

The Port of Echuca’s Summer Cinema has proven popular, with audiences of all ages enjoying the range of films on show.

Setup on the river front, the outdoor cinema kicked off on Saturday, December 27 with Grease.

Attendees relaxed in bean bags and lounge chairs as the sun set over the port. Photo by Emily Donohoe

Each Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday night has hosted a screening, including classics like The Goonies, family favourites like Frozen, and newer releases like Barbie.

The stage is set until the end of the school holidays, rounding out the season with Toy Story on Thursday, January 23, Top Gun on Friday, January 24, Smile 2 on Saturday, January 25, and The Castle on Sunday, January 26.

To view the full program and book, head to portofechuca.org.au/whats-on/events/summer-cinema/