Starlight Cinema: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Guests sit back to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas projected onto the curved screen beneath the stars of the Planetarium. Refreshments including popcorn, bar snacks, and drinks are available to purchase. The screening also serves as a fundraising event for the educational charity Wonderseekers.
What to Expect
Watch the holiday film under the stars of the Planetarium.
Event Details
Duration
The movie runs for 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Food & Drink
Popcorn, bar snacks, and drinks are available to purchase, subject to availability.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of the nightmare before christmas
Vibe
Festive and cinematic
Energy Level
Low
Budget
£
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adult £10, Child £8, Carers and under 3s free. – Get tickets
- Hours: Doors open at 5:15pm; the movie starts at 5:45pm.
- Parking: A dedicated private car park is available for Science Centre visitors, with Blue Badge bays and accessible routes to the entrance.
- Accessibility: The Planetarium features wheelchair spaces with companion seating, lit stairs, subdued lighting, and freedom to move around.
Tips & Advice
- Book a separate general admission ticket if you also want to visit the Science Centre during the day; the cinema ticket does not include daytime entry.
- Allow at least 1 hour and 16 minutes for the film, in addition to time to get settled in the Planetarium.
- Choose seats with the curved screen’s viewing angles in mind, as some seats may have partially obscured views.
- Use the Blue Badge bays at the top of the car park for level access, or follow the road left for additional bays nearer the Centre.
- Take the No. 64 bus from Winchester or Alresford; it stops within 300 metres of the Science Centre.
Special Events & Promotions
- Carers and children under three enter free.
- A separate general admission ticket is needed to visit the Science Centre during the day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this screening suitable for children?
Children can attend, but all children must be accompanied by an adult.
How long does the film run?
The film runs for 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Can I buy refreshments there?
Popcorn, bar snacks and drinks are available to purchase, subject to availability.
Can I move around during the screening?
The Planetarium is not completely dark, and visitors can move around, leave and come back in.
Are wheelchair spaces available?
Yes. Wheelchair spaces are available with seats for family and friends; the stairs are lit.
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