--- title: "Cinemas in Leipzig ♥ Leipzig Region" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/experience/cinemas-in-leipzig" description: "Enjoy wonderful film experiences at Leipzig’s cinemas ✚ open-air venues ✚ alternative cinemas ✚ long‑established classics ♥ Roll the film!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Experience > Excursion destinations > Cinemas" --- Movie theaters in Leipzig - Cinematic enjoyment =============================================== - - - - Who doesn’t love it? The delicious **smell of popcorn** paired with **120 minutes of action, drama, suspense or romance**. A **trip to the cinema** simply never goes out of style. As **true film lovers**, you should definitely put a **cinema visit in Leipzig** right at the top of your Leipzig to-do list . Because here you can enjoy a **great cinema experience** in a truly **special atmosphere**. Special cinema experiences in Leipzig - Well-known and modern cinema chains - Open-air cinemas for warm summer evenings - Leipzig’s oldest cinema in the arcades - Interesting cinemas with an industrial vibe Ultra-modern, up-to-date cinema ------------------------------- Cinestar If you have fallen in love with the arcades and passageway courtyards during your **stay in Leipzig**, but are more **fans of major Hollywood films**, we recommend a **trip to the cinema at** **, right in Petersbogen Leipzig**. In its familiar cosy atmosphere, the **cinema chain** impresses with **eight modern screening rooms** and the . Delicious snacks are as much a part of the cinema’s offering as **films in 3D, themed cinema evenings and live concert broadcasts** from the world’s great concert halls. Cineplex **State-of-the-art technology**, super-comfortable seats and always the latest films - that is what **in western Leipzig** promises. At this cinema, you can not only **watch** the latest Hollywood blockbusters, **but experience them with all your senses**. This is made possible by what are known as **D-Box Motion Seats**, special **motorized seats** whose movements are precisely synchronized with the action in the film and let you feel the events on the screen with your own body. A **cinema experience in a class of its own!** - Discover great travel offers - Open-air cinemas in Leipzig --------------------------- Luru Cinema LuRu Sommerkino in der Spinnerei - Kinos in Leipzig **Industrial architecture and film art** - that's what the in Leipzig's trendy Plagwitz district is all about. The is considered one of Europe's most important contemporary art galleries and, alongside major works of art, also houses a small but excellent cinema. Luru-Kino is the perfect place for you if you want to enjoy a sophisticated film evening in a cosy atmosphere - because the cinema has just **50 seats**. In summer, the film experience also moves outdoors. From 10 p.m., **films in their original language** and non-commercial **arthouse productions** are shown on the open-air screen. Look out for the large **chimney** on the Spinnerei site - that's where you'll find the open-air cinema. Film Nights at Scheibenholz Sommerkino im Scheibenholz - Kinos in Leipzig Where equestrian sport is usually practised at the highest level, one of the **largest open-air cinemas in Leipzig** invites you to linger and enjoy during the summer months. The open their doors from **13 July to 21 August** and offer visitors current blockbusters as well as film hits that never go out of fashion. Take a seat in one of the comfortable lounge chairs and enjoy the atmosphere. Feinkost Summer Cinema Sommerkino in der Feinkost - Kinos in Leipzig You can also enjoy a true cinema experience when you head to the south of Leipzig. Where food production and the storage of canned goods once took centre stage, you will now find one of **Leipzig’s young hotspots**. on offers a wide range of events all year round. In summer, you will find an **open-air cinema** there, featuring a programme of sophisticated art-house films. A real plus: the **summer cinema at Feinkost is covered** and therefore rainproof. - **More highlights in summer** - Through Leipzig on foot, by bike or on the - Enjoy cool drinks in - Picnics and barbecues in the green - in the varied Leipzig region - Welcome to Leipzig - The podcast for your Leipzig trip - Alternative Cinemas ------------------- Schaubu?hne Lindenfels In the heart of Leipzig’s trendy Plagwitz district, you’ll find the . The name Schaubühne is no coincidence, as all **forms of the performing arts** take centre stage here. In addition to **theatre performances, literary readings and concerts**, the venue places a particularly strong emphasis on **the art of film**. What can you expect? A colourful mix! **Road movies**, **documentaries** and **films in their original language** are all part of the programme, as are **themed film series for children** and a **cinema club** where screenings are selected in advance by the audience. NATO - Cinémathèque e.V. Making international film art accessible to a wide audience - this is the goal of the . The association, which is based in the sociocultural center in the heart of Leipzig’s , focuses its program on **small cinematic gems from international filmmaking hubs**. The **engagement** with the films and the **discussion** about them are also key. If you like **short, experimental, or documentary films** and are looking for a place for lively discussions on the topic, you’ve come to exactly the right place. - - ### Blog post The 5 most original cinemas in Leipzig -------------------------------------- - ### Blog post The best open-air cinemas in Leipzig ------------------------------------ Leipzig Cinema Institutions --------------------------- Regina Palast Leipzig Regina-Palast-Leipzig-Kino-Eingang-Freizeit-Kultur-Philipp-Kirschner-Leipzig-Travel Anyone who wants to watch **current films** in a **historic setting** should head to **East Leipzig**. The has been located there for **more than 100 years**. Where the first films flickered across the screen back in 1919, the now **6 auditoriums still impress with historic charm and comfortable cinema seats**. And if you are looking for **moderate admission and snack prices**, you have come to the right place. Schauburg Leipzig Schauburg-Leipzig-Kino-Art-décoArchitkeur-Philipp-Kirschner-Leipzig-Travel Another **long-standing Leipzig cinema institution** is in western Leipzig. The **heritage-listed building** in Art Deco style **opened in 1928** and remains one of Leipzig's smaller cinemas today. Alongside **current films**, the Schauburg Leipzig cinema program includes **sophisticated commercial films**, **films in their original language** and **themed film series**. The Schauburg is also known for its **comfortable cinema seats** - they are said to be the most comfortable in all of Leipzig! Passage Kinos Leipzig Jägerhof-Passage-Leipzig-Kinos-Freizeit-Architektur-Kultur-Tom-Williger-leipzig-travel The **oldest cinema in Leipzig** opened back in 1915. The combine **cinema tradition with typical Leipzig architecture**. Leipzig is home to the largest connected system of , which dates back to the flourishing beginnings of its trade fair history. As you wander through the arcades, you will come across the and the **Passage Kinos**. Fans of **arthouse films** will also find plenty to enjoy here. By the way: the **screens at the Passage Kinos** are named after **former Leipzig cinemas -** ASTORIA, UNIVERSUM, WINTERGARTEN, FILMECK and CASINO. - ### Explore Leipzig app Experience Leipzig off the beaten track Karl-Heine-Straße - Leipzigs Szeneviertel There is also plenty to discover in Leipzig beyond the city centre! With the **“Leipzig Beyond” walking tours** in the Explore Leipzig app, you can **explore the city’s trendy neighbourhoods** and experience districts off the beaten track. Just can’t decide? No problem – with the help of a slot machine or “Leipzig Beyond Matching”, you’re sure to find the right tour for your visit to Leipzig! And it’s also easy to include a **stop at one of Leipzig’s cinemas** along the way! Download the app now and start your tour. - - All tips on cinemas in Leipzig at a glance ------------------------------------------