Looking for a private hire cinema in Dublin? Well, you've come to the right place! In recent years, private hire cinemas have become a popular choice for alternative wedding venues, unique hen parties, or elaborate proposals. You can also hire out a cinema for your very own wedding video viewing party - a great idea if you've had a destination wedding or elopement! - or for an epic date night!
We've rounded up a list of private hire cinemas in Dublin, so all you have to do is pick the flick!
1. Lighthouse Cinema
With its colourful seats, handy location in Smithfield and its super cool subterranean bar, Lighthouse Cinema is a cool spot for a unique ceremony or fun private screening. With four screens to choose from, there are options for small gatherings and larger parties - get inspired by Emer & Alan's Lighthouse wedding here.
2. Denzille Private Cinema
Denzille Private Cinema is an exclusive 30-seater cinema just off Merrion Square. Something of a hidden gem, this intimate spot regularly hosts hen and stag parties, as well as wedding video screening parties. There's also a function space for some pre- and post-screening mingling. Oh and so far, Denzille Cinema has hosted 16 proposals - and they've all said yes!
3. Irish Film Institute
If you're a movie buff, chances are the IFI is already one of your favourite cinemas in Dublin. Boasting big and small screens of 60 to 258 seats, it suits most guestlists. With stylish surroundings, a well-stocked bar and a super location in Temple Bar, the IFI is a cool spot for celebrations in the city.
4. IMC Cinemas
A big multiplex cinema might not be most people's idea of romance, but if you want the quintessential blockbuster-viewing experience, IMC Cinemas offer private hire screenings for parties and weddings. With locations around Dublin and around the country, it's a good options for parties near O'Connell Street, or something further out of the city.
5. Brooks Private Cinema
If you're looking for an intimate screening room in Dublin, Brooks Private Cinema in Brooks Hotel on Drury Street is one of your best options. Smart leather seats and fresh popcorn make this 28-seater cinema a comfortable location for a unique hen party or movie-worthy proposal.
6. The Sugar Club
The Sugar Club might be best-known as a bar, club, and gig venue, but it also offers itself up for private film screenings! With comfy booth seating, tables throughout, and a central setting just off Stephen's Green, it ticks a lot of boxes for those planning an alternative wedding in Dublin city.
7. Stella Theatre
Simultaneously one of Dublin's oldest and newest cinemas, the Stella Theatre in Rathmines is a lavish, recently-refurbished cinema that harks back to old Hollywood, with chandeliers in the foyer, its very own cocktail bar, plush red seats, and antique-style lamps dotted throughout. Offering private hire for events, the Stella is probably the most photogenic cinema in Dublin for a wedding, hen party or private screening.
Still looking for your dream wedding venue? Check out some of our recommended venues in Ireland and unique venue ideas.
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