1 / 2Event Cinemas Westcity
📍 Henderson, Auckland
Two-level cinema complex at Westcity with traditional, Vmax large-format and Gold Class recliner options. Games arcade on the lower level. Café on site. Three hours of mall parking available.
It's a good cinema. Very quiet during the weekday, which I like. Staff are friendly. It's over two levels. The foyer and games arcade is on one level and the theaters on another. The seats are a bit small for me as a bigger person, but generally comfortable with a lot of space between rows. All the latest releases and a good Asian selection (Bollywood, Korean, etc.), which you don't normally find at other theatres. There is 3 hour parking outside the cinema. I'm quite impressed.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families who want to combine a film with arcade time before or after — the two-level layout makes that easy. Vmax delivers on screen size and sound. Pack an extra layer for children as some cinema halls run very cold. Weekday sessions are significantly quieter than weekend visits.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Joanie Badenhorst-Awasthi
7 months ago
“It's a good cinema. Very quiet during the weekday, which I like. Staff are friendly. It's over two levels. The foyer and games arcade is on one level and the theaters on another. The seats are a bit small for me as a bigger person, but generally comfortable with a lot of space between rows. All the latest releases and a good Asian selection (Bollywood, Korean, etc.), which you don't normally find at other theatres. There is 3 hour parking outside the cinema. I'm quite impressed.”
Nesh khalifa
a year ago
“It has lots of fun games for all ages. The place is bright and lively, and everything works well. Kids will love it, and it’s a great spot to enjoy before or after a movie.”
Brendon Gee
a year ago
“Situated on one end of West City Mall. Wanted to see what the site looked like, as we've got a function there tomorrow. A large venue. Welll catered for cinema events.”
JT
2 months ago
“If you’re looking for a place to literally chill to watch a movie? This is the place for you! This cinema is sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo COLD 🥶 you’ll leave with either pneumonia, hypothermia, or the good ol’ flu. Me? Didn’t mind it. I’d rather a chilled cinema than a hot, stuffy one. My wife and kid though… They’re still recovering from severe frostbite. Chill out people and happy new year 🥶 🧊 ❄️ Side note: I dont mind the cold, but this place gets a 2 star due to the cleanliness of the cinemas and toilets.”
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Overview
Event Cinemas Westcity spans two levels at Westcity mall — the foyer and games arcade on one level, cinema halls on another. Screen formats run from standard to Vmax large-format and Gold Class recliners with private lounge access and premium dining. The programme includes blockbusters and a notably strong Asian-language film selection. The arcade offers games for a range of ages. Reviewers flag temperature inconsistency across cinema halls — some screen rooms run very cold.
