Newcastle Community Cinema

October is packed with family fun, live events and big-screen favourites at Newcastle Community Cinema, with something to entertain every age. Little ones can enjoy magical children's favourites including Goldilocks & The Three Bears, Room on the Broom, The Scarecrow’s Wedding and Coco, while hands-on activities such as the Autumn LEGO Camp, Halloween Sensory Storytime & Messy Play and the new Monthly Filmmaking Club offer plenty of opportunities to get creative during the half-term break.

The excitement continues as Newcastle comes alive for Newcastle Hallowtides, one of the town’s most anticipated seasonal celebrations. Whether you're enjoying a family day out before heading to the festivities, or looking for the perfect way to continue the Halloween fun, the cinema programme complements the Hallowtides atmosphere with spooky screenings, themed events and Halloween favourites including Monster House, Toy Story of Terror! and Ghostbusters. Together, they make Newcastle, Co. Down the perfect destination for an unforgettable autumn day out filled with entertainment, creativity and Halloween magic. Driving to Newcastle, Co Down? Find car parks and parking information to help plan your visit.

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Halloween Sensory Storytime & Messy Play

Prepare for a spooktacular time at our Messy Halloween Sensory Storytime! We’ll start with a Halloween-themed storytime to set the scene for a range of sensory, messy activities. Toddlers/Babies will have a fantastic time at our messy stations, from spooky noodles to sticky slime. In collaboration with Wee Bookworms.
1. 30 Oct 2026
Toy Story of Terror!

Something spooky is happening at the motel! When Bonnie and her mum stop during a road trip, Woody, Buzz and the gang find themselves caught up in a mysterious adventure – and one of their friends has gone missing! Pixar’s Toy Story of Terror! delivers plenty of laughs, mystery and Halloween fun in this short and sweet spooky adventure.
1. 30 Oct 2026
An American Werewolf in London

Stay up late for John Landis’ legendary horror-comedy classic! After a terrifying encounter while travelling through the English countryside, American backpacker David begins experiencing some very strange changes. Atmospheric, darkly funny and packed with unforgettable practical effects, An American Werewolf in London remains one of the great genre films of the 1980s.
1. 30 Oct 2026
Ghostbusters

Stay up late for John Landis’ legendary horror-comedy classic! After a terrifying encounter while travelling through the English countryside, American backpacker David begins experiencing some very strange changes. Atmospheric, darkly funny and packed with unforgettable practical effects, An American Werewolf in London remains one of the great genre films of the 1980s.
1. 31 Oct 2026
Obsession

Love can make us do strange things… but sometimes you really should be careful what you wish for. Obsession follows Bear, whose supernatural wish to make his crush fall for him unleashes something far darker than he could ever have imagined. A creepy, twisted and increasingly unsettling horror from writer-director Curry Barker.
Goldilocks & The Three Bears

If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise! A curious young girl, three bears and lots and lots of porridge come together in this playful and imaginative retelling of the beloved classic. Brought to life through puppetry, storytelling and object theatre, this gentle production is a perfect introduction to live theatre for little ones and their grown-ups.
Room on the Broom

Hop aboard the magical broomstick for a charming adventure based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved picture book. Follow the witch, her cat and their new animal friends as they take to the skies – with a dragon waiting in the wings! After the screening, little ones can enjoy story-inspired arts, crafts and healthy snacks.
1. 13 Oct 2026
The Witches of Eastwick

Cher, Michelle Pfeiffer and Susan Sarandon star as three friends whose quiet lives are turned upside down by the arrival of mysterious stranger Daryl Van Horne, played with delicious mischief by Jack Nicholson. George Miller’s wonderfully wicked fantasy comedy mixes romance, supernatural mayhem and gothic fun, making it a perfect witchy treat for October.
1. 16 Oct 2026
Monster House

In association with ASK Kilkeel and ADHD Hub. Something is definitely not right about the house across the street! When three friends discover that it’s actually alive, they set out to uncover its secrets before Halloween. A fun, spooky and hilarious animated adventure packed with friendship, mystery and plenty of surprises.
1. 17 Oct 2026
Monthly Filmmaking Club – Ages 10+

Lights. Camera. Action! Join our new six-session filmmaking club and learn how to make your own short film with support from WheelWorks. Get hands-on with cameras, sound equipment, lights, green screens and editing, while learning how to work as a film crew, develop ideas, shoot scenes and bring a story to life. Your finished film will be screened in the Full Moon Film Festival!
1. 20 Oct 2026
The Scarecrow’s Wedding

NCC and Wee Bookworms Present...Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay are two scarecrows in love, dreaming of the perfect wedding. But when a jealous rival gets in the way, their plans take an unexpected turn! Based on the much-loved book by Julia Donaldson.
1. 25 Oct 2026
The Night of the Hunter

Robert Mitchum gives an unforgettable performance as a sinister preacher in Charles Laughton’s extraordinary directorial debut. Part fairy tale, part film noir and part thriller, The Night of the Hunter is a hauntingly beautiful classic, a true one-of-a-kind piece of American cinema. served with our usual tea and cake!
1. 25 Oct 2026
Autumn Lego Camp

A brilliant 3-day camp for kids aged 6–12! Packed with LEGO challenges, team games, and fun daily themes, this is the perfect half-term activity to inspire creativity, problem-solving, and imagination. Safe, friendly, and welcoming, ideal for new builders and LEGO fanatics alike!
1. 26 Oct 202628 Oct 2026
Film Screening: Coco

Miguel dreams of becoming a musician, but his family has banned music for generations. When a magical twist takes him to the extraordinary Land of the Dead, he discovers secrets about his family that change everything. Full of dazzling animation, unforgettable songs, humour and heart, Pixar’s Coco is a beautiful celebration of family, memory and following your dreams.
1. 27 Oct 2026
A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night

Welcome to Bad City, where a mysterious girl roams the streets after dark. Ana Lily Amirpour’s mesmerising debut blends vampire horror, western, romance and arthouse cinema into something completely its own. Shot in striking black and white and driven by an unforgettable soundtrack, this hypnotic Iranian-set tale is stylish, strange and wonderfully atmospheric.
1. 27 Oct 2026
Family Events and Halloween Activities

October is packed with family fun, live events and big-screen favourites at Newcastle Community Cinema, with something to entertain every age.
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Halloween Events

It’s getting to that time of year when strange things start to happen in Mourne Gullion Strangford. You might encounter some creepy creatures during the spooky Halloween season.
Halloween in Newcastle

Celebrate Halloween in Newcastle this October with a fantastic programme of family-friendly entertainment, a fireworks display, seasonal activities, cinema screenings and spooky events taking place throughout the town.
1. 31 Oct 2026
Halloween in Newry City

Step into a Halloween evening full of autumn atmosphere, fun activities, and local delights at the Newry Halloween Twilight Market. Taking place on Saturday 31 October 2026, from 5pm to 10pm, at Newry Variety Market, John Mitchel Place, Newry Variety Market will transform into a lively Halloween celebration suitable for all ages. With free entry, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
1. 31 Oct 2026
Spooks in the City

Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween in Newry City as 'Spooks in the City' brings a packed programme of family fun, entertainment and festive surprises to the city from Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026.