Location
Artworks Complex
127-129 Ocean View Road
Oneroa, Waiheke Island
Aotearoa New Zealand
+6493724240
Wheelchair accessible
Artworks Complex
127-129 Ocean View Road
Oneroa, Waiheke Island
Aotearoa New Zealand
Wheelchair accessible
Ticket Prices
General Admission: $17
Concessions: $14 (With current NZ Student, Gold or CS cards).
Children 5-15y: $9 (Under 5's free)
NT Live: Adult $27 / Senior, Student $22
MetOpera Live: Adult $33 / Senior, Student $28
Captions
Films with "Closed Captions" for the hard of hearing are shown on Wednesdays when available.
Complimentary
passes
Complimentary Passes cannot be used on sessions that are marked 'ncp' on the website. Usually during the first 2 weeks of new releases.
You may however use Gift Vouchers for any regular priced screening including sessions marked 'ncp'.
Film Classifications
G - Suitable for General Audience.
PG - 'Parental' Guidance recommended.
M - Suitable for Mature Audiences.
R[age] - Restricted to persons [age] and over. (e.g R16)
E or Unrated - Exempt from classification.
RP[age] - Restricted to persons [age] and over unless accompanied by a parent/guardian for the films duration (e.g RP13)
For more information about classification visit:
The Classification Office website
About Us
Nestled in the heart of Waiheke Island, Waiheke Community Cinema is more than a place to watch films — it is a community-driven cinema built on a shared love of storytelling, culture, and connection. Operated as a charitable trust and supported largely by passionate volunteers, the cinema has become a cherished gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
Our intimate 50-seat main cinema combines contemporary comfort with character, featuring community-donated sofas and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Each week, audiences enjoy a diverse programme of contemporary art-house cinema, acclaimed international films, crowd-pleasing favourites, and selected blockbusters — all carefully curated for the Waiheke community.
Since embracing digital projection in 2013 through a successful community fundraising campaign, Waiheke Cinema has continued to evolve while remaining deeply rooted in the island’s creative spirit. In 2015, the trust launched “The Little Cinema,” a second micro-screen dedicated to showcasing lesser-known and independent films. While this space is no longer in operation due to changing viewing habits in the streaming era, it remains an important part of the cinema’s history and ambition to champion unique cinema experiences.
Waiheke Cinema has also long supported local storytelling. Before feature presentations, audiences are treated to short documentaries created by island filmmakers, celebrating the people, places, and stories that make Waiheke unique. Through funding from the Cinema Trust, these projects help foster local creative talent and strengthen connections within the community.
Today, Waiheke Cinema continues to serve as both a cultural venue and a community hub, regularly hosting fundraising events, special screenings, festivals, and collaborations with local organisations. Whether you are discovering an independent gem, revisiting a classic, or simply enjoying a night out with friends, Waiheke Cinema offers a uniquely personal and community-focused cinematic experience on one of Aotearoa’s most beautiful islands.
