RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach at Gimli Film Festival

Name: RBC Sunset Screenings On the Beach at Gimli Film Festival
Start: 2025-07-23T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-07-27T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Gimli Beach

START DATE

July 23, 2025

END DATE

July 27, 2025

LOCATION

🎬 RBC Sunset Screenings at the Gimli International Film Festival – July 23–27, 2025

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Gimli International Film Festival with five nights of free outdoor movies on the shore of Lake Winnipeg. Each night at 9:45 PM, settle in with your chair, blanket, and snacks on Gimli Beach and enjoy a cinematic classic on a giant 11-meter screen floating on the water.

Dates: July 23–27, 2025
Time: 9:45 PM nightly
Location: Gimli Beach, Manitoba
Cost: Free

🍿 2025 Screening Line-up

Best in Show (2000) – A mockumentary satire featuring Eugene Levy and Catherine O’Hara
Space Jam (1996) – The beloved animated-live-action hybrid starring Bugs Bunny and Michael Jordan
Stop Making Sense (1984) – Talking Heads concert film, remastered in 4K
Almost Famous (2000) – A nostalgic coming-of-age tale set in the world of 1970s rock
The Thing (1982) – John Carpenter’s chilling sci-fi horror classic

📌 Why You Should Go

Absolutely free: No tickets required—just show up and enjoy
Unique experience: A floating screen and sunset backdrop create a magical outdoor theatre setting
Something for everyone: From family fun to cult classics, there's a film for all ages and tastes
Eco-friendly shuttle: Shuttle rides from Winnipeg help reduce the carbon footprint

📲 Stay Connected

For shuttle info and VIP upgrade passes, visit the official festival website. Follow #GIFF25 and @GimliFilm on social media for updates, trailers, and special announcements.

Get ready for unforgettable beachside movie nights that celebrate stories, community, and summer magic!

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