Open-Air Cinema at Parco Villa Filippina
The summer film arena in the green heart of Palermo
About Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema
A film festival in the green heart of Palermo
The Open-Air Cinema at Parco Villa Filippina is one of the most beloved events of the Palermo summer. Within the historic greenery of Piazza San Francesco di Paola, just a short walk from the center of the Sicilian capital, the ancient park transforms for two months into a grand open-air cinema arena, where the big screen lights up summer evenings under the sky of Palermo.
Promoted by Terzo Millennio Progetti Artistici, the festival brings a rich and varied program to the park, designed for a wide audience: families, art-house cinema enthusiasts, young people, and curious visitors looking for a fresh, cultural alternative to the hot August nights.
A program featuring auteurs and major hits
The lineup alternates between art-house cinema and blockbuster comedies, showcasing Italian and European titles awarded at major festivals alongside high-profile international films. Recent editions have featured works by directors such as Paolo Sorrentino, Ferzan Özpetek, and Paolo Genovese, alongside films that have won or been nominated for prestigious cinema awards.
- Nightly screenings at 9:00 PM, from late July through August
- Over thirty Italian and international titles on the bill
- Participation in the Ministry of Culture's national Cinema Revolution campaign
- Italian and European films for just 3.50 euros; other titles 6.50 euros
More than just cinema: aperitifs and dinners in the park
The Villa Filippina experience goes beyond the screen. From Friday to Sunday, starting at 7:00 PM, the park's lounge area offers dedicated packages: the AperiCinema combines the film with a full aperitif, while the CenaCinema allows you to dine in the greenery before the show. A convivial solution that blends gastronomy, relaxation, and the big screen into a single evening.
A summer of accessible culture
With its affordable prices and location in the city's green space, the Open-Air Cinema at Parco Villa Filippina stands as one of the most democratic summer cultural events in the Sicily Region. The festival confirms the park's role as a gathering place and entertainment hub for locals and tourists alike who, during the hottest months, seek leisure under the stars.
Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema — edition 2026
Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema 2026
The 2026 edition confirms the festival's winning formula: nightly screenings at 9:00 PM at Parco Villa Filippina in Palermo, from July 21 to August 31. The program, which can be viewed and booked online, alternates between art-house cinema and major blockbuster comedies, with Italian and European titles already announced such as La Grazia, Tre Ciotole, Cinque Secondi, Duse, La Gioia, and La Vita Va Così.
Popular prices remain confirmed: 3.50 euros for Italian and European films participating in the Cinema Revolution campaign, and 6.50 euros for other titles. From Friday to Sunday, starting at 7:00 PM, the AperiCinema (12 euros) and CenaCinema (15 euros) packages return to the park's lounge area.
Information and reservations
Tickets are available online on the official festival portal. For aperitif and dinner reservations, please call +39 389 1335731.
Programme Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema 2026
2026 Program (excerpt)
- 01/07 – La Grazia
- 02/07 – Il Bene Comune
- 04/07 – Cinque Secondi
- 05/07 – Primavera
- 06/07 – Tre Ciotole
- 08/07 – Per Te
- 09/07 – La Vita Va Così
- 13/07 – La Gioia
- 15/07 – Duse
Screenings every night at 9:00 PM, from July 21 to August 31. Over thirty Italian and international titles on the bill; full program available on the official website and the park's Facebook page.
Highlights Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema 2026
- Over 30 Italian and international films
- Italian and European films for 3.50 euros (Cinema Revolution)
- AperiCinema and CenaCinema on weekends
- Open-air arena in the greenery of Piazza San Francesco di Paola
Prices Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema 2026
Practical information — Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema
Location
Parco Villa Filippina, Piazza San Francesco di Paola 18, 90138 Palermo. The venue is centrally located and easily accessible on foot from the historic center.
How to get there
By car: the area is served by several access routes to the center; using nearby parking is recommended due to the central location. By bus: numerous AMAT urban lines serve the Piazza San Francesco di Paola area. From Falcone-Borsellino Airport in Punta Raisi, there are shuttle bus and train connections to the city center.
Hours and tickets
Screenings every night at 9:00 PM. Italian and European films (Cinema Revolution) 3.50 euros; other films 6.50 euros. AperiCinema 12 euros, CenaCinema 15 euros (service available Friday to Sunday from 7:00 PM). Reservations and information at +39 389 1335731 and online via the official website.
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Where does it take place — Villa Filippina Open-Air Cinema
Parco Villa Filippina
Piazza San Francesco di Paola 18, 90138 Palermo