New Film Club Launches at The Old Courthouse in Antrim

A new monthly film club is launching at The Old Courthouse in Antrim this September. The opening season celebrates “Women in Film”, with tickets priced at £10 per screening.

A new film club at The Old Courthouse in Antrim will launch in September 2026, bringing a monthly programme of popular films to the town centre.

The initiative forms part of The Old Courthouse’s programme during its 300th anniversary year. It was developed following local interest in more evening activities in Antrim.

Organisers hope the club will provide a welcoming place where people can watch well-known films, meet friends and enjoy an affordable night out close to home.

Women in Film Season Opens the New Film Club

Each season of the film club will feature a different theme.

The opening season will celebrate Women in Film, with four screenings scheduled between September and December 2026.

The Old Courthouse Film Club Schedule

• Thelma & Louise — Friday 4 September 2026
• Mary Queen of Scots — Friday 2 October 2026
• The Prime Minister — Friday 6 November 2026
• The Woman King — Friday 4 December 2026

The season begins with the iconic road trip film Thelma & Louise. Further screenings will take place on the first Friday of each month.

Supporting Evening Activities in Antrim Town Centre

The new film club has been created in response to demand for more evening entertainment in Antrim town centre.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Henry Cushinan, encouraged residents to support the programme.

He said:

“I encourage everyone to come along and support this exciting new programme at The Old Courthouse. It’s a great way to see much-loved films and meet new people, all in the heart of Antrim Town.”

The club is also expected to support the town’s cultural offering and encourage more people to visit local businesses during the evening.

Chair of the Arts Advisory Panel, Councillor Billy Webb MBE JP, said:

“I hope this new Film Club becomes a lasting addition to Antrim’s cultural scene, encouraging more people to visit the town centre and creating opportunities for the community to come together.”

The Old Courthouse Celebrates Its 300th Anniversary

The film club is one of several activities taking place during The Old Courthouse’s 300th anniversary year.

The historic Antrim venue hosts performances, community activities and cultural events throughout the year.

Readers can discover more local events through the [Northern Ireland events guide —https://northernirelandonline.com/antrim .

Further information about The Old Courthouse is available through its theoldcourthouse.com

Tickets for The Old Courthouse Film Club

Tickets cost £10 per screening and can be booked online through The Old Courthouse website.

Anyone interested in attending is encouraged to book in advance, particularly for the opening screening of Thelma & Louise on Friday 4 September 2026.

Book Your Film Club Tickets

Support Antrim’s newest evening entertainment programme and enjoy a classic film in one of the town’s most historic venues.

Book your tickets online and join The Old Courthouse Film Club for its opening Women in Film season.