Concrete Playground

Now that summer’s kicked in (sort of), it’s time to go somewhere you can listen to the low shush-shushing of the ocean and watch the sun dip behind the horizon. Coogee? Too far! Cronulla? Still controversial! You and I both know that Bondi Beach is the place to be this summer.

Whether you’ve spent the day getting suntanned and sandy-toed, braved sweaty public transport or successfully battled for a parking spot, treat yourself this summer to the hottest films screening under the stars. Bondi Openair Cinema is back with a vengeance — they’ve even got Ben & Jerry’s offering Sundae Sessions, Sonoma Bakery on board and a brand spanking new location on the Dolphin Lawn.

This year the programme is packed like a beloved shiny bucket with quirky comedies, cult classics, indie flicks, new Aussie releases and sneak previews. Gear up with live bands and solo artists and grab some lemonade, chairs and booze from the fully licenced Festival Bar before settling into a sweet balmy night of big screen entertainment. The drive-in’s not dead, it’s just been given a re-jig — shimmy on down to Bondi for a perfect summery evening.