FAQ
Membership and tickets
Do you have a Membership scheme?
We are currently revising our membership scheme and hope to re-launch soon.
Do you sell gift vouchers?
Yes. Any denomination you wish. These can be purchased from the box office at the cinema.
Do you take credit cards?
Yes we take credit cards and debit cards online, at the box office and in the café.
Are seats allocated?
No. We don't allocate seats for films. However all event cinema screenings are allocated seating.
A full breakdown of our ticket prices can be found on our TICKET PRICES page.
Location and Parking
Where is the carpark entrance?
The car-park entrance is on Queen Street. Visit Park Rite for full details.
Is there a deal with the Queen Street car-park for Light House Cinema patrons?
Yes. Avail of our Special Offer in Queen Street Parkrite Carpark adjacent to the cinema – the entrance is on Queen Street.
Sunday to Thursday
7:00 to 00:00
Friday- Saturday
7:00 to 01:00
Weekend All-Day Rate: €9
Hourly Rate: €3.60
Max. Day Rate: €29
(New) Validated Ticket Rate: €7 (covering 3 hours)
Weekend All-Day Rate: €9 (€7 when validated)
To validate your ticket for this offer, please present your car-park ticket and cinema ticket to box-office. For more information, please ask at Box Office or the Café about car park ticket validation.
Getting to the cinema
You can get to the cinema on foot, by car, by bus, by Luas or by bicycle. Detailed information on each option is available on our directions page.
Where is the nearest ATM?
In Fresh Supermarket on Smithfield Square, or on Stoneybatter next to L. Mulligan Grocer.
Are there any nice restaurants or pubs nearby?
Lots! We love eating at L. Mulligan Grocer in Stoneybatter, Fish Shop on Benburb St, Token on Queen St, Oscars and Belcibo on Smithfield Square.
We’re also partial to a pint in the Cobblestone on Smithfield Sq, Frank Ryan's on Queen St, The Glimmerman and J. Walsh’s in Stoneybatter.
General
What time do you open at/stay open until?
Opening hours:
Monday –Saturday 11am
Sunday 12pm
Closing time is as soon as people have left the last film screening.
Do you have wi-fi?
Yes, our customers can enjoy free wi-fi in almost all public spaces in the cinema, just connect to “lighthouse public” and enter the password which changes weekly so please check with staff during your next visit.
Café and Bar
Can I bring outside food and drink to the cinema?
No. We do not allow outside food and drink to be consumed in the cinema, but you can purchase a wide selection of food and drink at our bar and café.
Do you serve alcohol?
We do. Our café serves craft beer and wine, and a larger selection of which are available in our bar. You can also bring alcohol purchased from our bar into the screens.
Can I buy sweets, drinks, ice-cream or popcorn?
Yes. We sell a full range of drinks, ice-creams and popcorn at our café and bar.
Is the bar open downstairs?
Yes! Our downstairs bar is now open 7 days a week from 5:30pm Mon-Fri and from 3pm on weekends. We have a range of craft beers and wines, and knowledgeable bar staff to help you make your choice. We have sofas and bean bags to chill out in, and a full dining table if you feel like having a more animated conversation with friends.
Can I take coffee/beer/wine into the screen?
Yes. Just ask at the bar for a paper or plastic glass.
Screenings
Why do some films not have a rating?
Some films are not classified by the classification office, which means they don’t have an age cert. In order to watch these films at Light House Cinema, you must join our club. Joining is simple – just provide us with your name and email address at the box office. All Club films are 18+.
What is a club movie? / Can under 18s attend a Club movie?
See above.
What is a Parent and Baby screening?
Parent and Baby screenings take place twice a week at the cinema – see here for details of upcoming films.. (link to parent & baby screening page) These are special screenings for adults who wish to see the latest films on release and would like the option of bringing baby (typically under 18 months) along too. The lighting in the screen is kept slightly brighter than normal and the sound volume is reduced. Prams and buggies can be brought into the screen or left in a secure location outside the screen. Checkout our Parent & Baby page for further detail.
Venue Rental / Exhibitions / Events
Can I rent space or a screen in the Light House Cinema for an event?
Yes for corporate or businesses events. Complete our Venue Hire Query Form with as much detail as possible and a member of our events team with will get back to you. You can find out more about the spaces available in the cinema on our Venue hire page.