Central Coast Council will host outdoor cinema nights at four locations around the Central Coast in April.
The movie Lilo and Stitch (2002) will be shown at The Entrance, Toukley, Gosford and Wyong on Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the month.
The free open-air cinema nights are aimed at activating town centres for families, community and visitors while supporting small businesses.
They will be held at 6pm at: Memorial Park, The Entrance, on Friday, April 12; Toukley Village Green, Toukley, on Saturday, April 13; Kibble Park, Gosford, on Friday, April 19; and The Chapman Lawn, Wyong, on Saturday, April 20.
Council Director of Community and Recreation Services Melanie Smith said attendees are encouraged to tuck into some delicious food from a selection of local dining options before sitting down under the night sky for a free open-air screening of the family movie.
“Grab a picnic dinner, rug, and cushions to arrive at 4pm and join in some activities before the movie starts at 6pm,” she said.
“Along with the movie vibes, there will be roving entertainment, circus fun, face painting and lawn games.”
Council Administrator Rik Hart said placemaking events in town centres benefit both local businesses and the community.
“Movie nights, together with a range of other programs and events, are being delivered by Council to activate town centres, support local businesses, and thus contribute to the local economy,” he said.
“The evenings also create vibrant experiences for locals and visitors to enjoy with fun family free entertainment.”