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26/10/2026
Spend Halloween watching scary short films and sinking your teeth into delicious monster treats, with film trivia to snap up some seriously gruesome horror merch!
The deets:
Doors open at 7pm at ACE
Tickets are $15 or $10 student/concession/pensioner. Available at the door or through the link in our bio.
Dress up in your best Halloween costume and receive 20% off the admission price. (Only valid if you put effort into your costume).
21/10/2026
Come watch tonight at Petersham Bowling Club an Australian short film from the 70s starring Andrew Vial playing a creepy dude talking to a woman on the old red rattler train. It’ll give you the chills.
Doors open 7pm, with live music from RUKI before we kick off the films.
Tickets available at the door or through humanitix.
19/10/2026
Screening this Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club is ‘Goodnight’ by Olive Blakemore - Olive Blakemore
Having received the Highly Commended Award from SF3 - SmartFone Flick Fest we’re excited to screen this film about a uni student desperately trying to sleep, that is till she gets a call from herself.
Come along to Petersham Bowling Club this Wednesday to catch this and many other shorts, along with live music, pub food and craft b**r.
Tickets available at the door or through Humanitix. For more info clink the link in our bio.
18/10/2026
Ignite those creative juices and come along to ACE for a night of horror filmmaking. Whether you’re an actor, writer, director, DOP, sound recordist or into special effects, all are welcomed to participate in gore-ish short filmmaking. Just keep your idea simple and easy to achieve in a night.
Taking place on October 23rd from 5pm and into the scary hours of the night. All films created will then be screened on Halloween at ACE.
Don’t miss out on being apart of the creative fun!
For more details head to the link in our bio.
13/10/2026
Short films, live music and chitter chatter with a bevy in hand next Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club
Doors open 7pm. Tickets available at the door or through the link in our bio.
Want to submit your short film to our open-mic film night? Do it! Link also in bio.
16/09/2026
Get a first look at the music video made by Kino favourite Ganu Bhalerao - Ganu Bhalerao playing at Petersham Bowling Club tonight.
This beautiful shot music video is called ‘Her Heart’ by Annetta Jane
Come check it out along with other music videos and short films. Not only that, there’s live music, pub food and craft b**r to lap up too.
Doors open 7pm, with tickets available at the door or through Humanitix.
14/09/2026
This Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club we’re screening ’Click Clack, Front & Caps’ by Don Parkinoson - Don Parkinson
On the drive home from a night long hotel party, Eve finally gets a moment alone with the crush she’s kept secret for years, her brother’s best mate, and shoot her shot.
Catch this and other short films this Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club.
Doors open 7pm. Tickets available at the door or through the link in our bio.
10/09/2026
Come catch some short films at Kino’s “open-mic” short film screening night on at Petersham Bowling Club Wednesday, September 16th.
Doors open 7pm, with live music, pub food and craft b**r also on the menu.
For tickets, info or want to screen your film: head to www.kinosydney.com
02/09/2026
In amongst the animation tonight is a documentary shot in the Royal National Park called ‘Maliyan’ by Ikko Ehode Arimoto.
Soak in the nature and beautiful landscape shots, with a bit of poetry. Screening tonight at ACE
Doors open 7pm with live music from RUKI kicking off the night before we delve into some films.
Tickets available at the door or through our link in our bio.
01/09/2026
Screening tonight at ACE is a music video by animator Jaime Jowono - Jaime Evan Jowono Check out this wacky animation as well as other short films tonight.
Doors open 7pm, kicking off with live music by RUKI followed by shorts film, with complimentary popcorn and sweet treats.
Tickets available at the door or through the link in our website.
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To get to Burton Street in Sydney using public transport, you can take a train to Central Station and then transfer to a bus that stops near Burton Street. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to Circular Quay and then catch a bus or walk to Burton Street.
If you prefer driving, you can take the M1 motorway towards Sydney and then follow signs for the city center. Once in the city, follow signs for Surry Hills and look for parking options along Burton Street or nearby streets. Keep in mind that parking may be limited in this area, so allow extra time to find a spot.
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What people say
Kino Sydney, located on Burton Street in Sydney, is a hidden gem for filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike. This monthly open-mic night provides a platform for creatives to showcase their work in a supportive and engaging environment.
The concept behind Kino Sydney is refreshingly simple - create a film and they will screen it. This inclusive approach allows anyone with a passion for filmmaking to participate and share their stories with an eager audience. The screening dates lined up for 2023 offer multiple opportunities throughout the year for filmmakers to showcase their work and connect with like-minded individuals.
What sets Kino Sydney apart is not just the opportunity to screen films but also the vibrant atmosphere it creates. With live music, delicious food offerings, and an affordable entry fee of $15, attendees are treated to a well-rounded experience that goes beyond just watching films.
For those who have previously screened their work at Kino Sydney, the platform offers the chance to further promote their films by uploading them on Vimeo or YouTube with specific tags. This additional exposure can help filmmakers reach a wider audience and gain valuable feedback on their projects.
Overall, Kino Sydney stands out as a welcoming community hub where creativity thrives, connections are made, and cinematic talents are celebrated. Whether you're a filmmaker looking to showcase your latest project or simply someone who appreciates independent cinema, Kino Sydney is definitely worth checking out.
