Cinema LawnView venue slideshow

Tucked away from the more crowded areas, this shaded area of manicured lawns overlooks the Arthur Fairall Playground and is close to BBQs.

The open grassed area beckons visitors to walk up the Broadwalk Vista to the Western Australian Botanic Garden and climb the DNA tower en route.

The Cinema Lawn is an ideal picnic venue and home to the popular outdoor cinema during the summer months.

Suited to
Weddings, film and photography, social and family functions, community groups, corporate functions, sporting events
Capacity
250 people
Parking
May Drive parking
Access
Approximately 200 m to venue along pathways via May Drive parking
Services
Perth Explorer Bus stop nearby on May Drive
Toilets
Short walk to facilities at Bovell Kiosk and Zamia Cafe
Power
Available at BBQ
Shelter
Not available
Seating
Not available
Refreshments
Available close by at Bovell Kiosk and Zamia Cafe
Barbecues
Available to all park users; cannot be reserved as part of your booking
Booking times
Available 9.00 am - 6.00 pm daily, except during the outdoor cinema season (Dec - Mar)
Bookings
Please contact the Bookings Officer
Location
May Drive Parkland
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Cinema Lawn, May Drive Parkland. Photo: D. Blumer. Cinema Lawn, May Drive Parkland. Photo: D. Blumer.

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