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Reading Cinemas Christchurch (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is Reading Cinemas Christchurch?

62%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 62% Baby-Friendly: Babies are allowed and The Palms provides parents rooms and pram parking, but this site lacks weekly baby-friendly sessions, so typical darkness and volume may unsettle infants; confirm details first.

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Reviews4.5/ 5
(from 2,350 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free Onsite Parking: Unlimited free parking right at the cinema entrance makes arrival and departure easy with a baby.
  • Quiet Parents Room Nearby: Clean nursing rooms and change tables are just steps from the cinema in The Palms.
  • Loyalty Points: Earn points on tickets and snacks for future free visits.

Challenges:

  • Sound and Light Levels: Standard screenings use full volume and dark lighting, which may unsettle some babies.
  • Limited Baby-Specific Sessions: No regular baby-friendly showtimes are publicly listed at this location; you must inquire directly.
  • Pram Storage: There is no official pram cloakroom; rely on staff goodwill to watch your pram near the auditorium door.
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What is Reading Cinemas Christchurch?

  • A multiplex movie theatre situated in The Palms shopping centre in Christchurch’s Shirley suburb
  • A modern complex comprising nine digital auditoriums outfitted with reclining leather seats, digital projection and Dolby surround sound
  • A branch of the Australian Reading Cinemas chain with an on-site candy bar, online booking system, membership programme and free parking

What is so special about Reading Cinemas Christchurch for with baby?

  1. Quiet midweek matinees offer lower crowds and more pram space
  2. Free parking simplifies arrival and departure with a baby
  3. Parents Room in The Palms provides change tables and nursing chairs
  4. Loyalty club memberships earn points on tickets and snacks
  5. Contact the cinema directly for any baby-friendly session options

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Includes film runtime, snack break, and time to settle your baby before or after the show

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Baby-Friendly Activities in Reading Cinemas Christchurch

Book a Midweek Matinee:

Choose a weekday morning or early afternoon show for lower crowd levels

Tip: Use the Reading app to reserve seats and arrive early for pram space

Use Free Parking:

Park in The Palms shopping centre’s lot directly outside the cinema

Tip: Aim for an end bay near the ramp to minimize walking with a pram

Visit the Parents Room:

Access baby change tables, nursing chairs, and nappy disposal in the mall

Tip: Follow food court signs on the ground floor; bring your own changing mat

Join Reading Reel Club:

Sign up free to earn points on tickets and snacks

Tip: Register online before you visit to collect points on your first purchase

Inquire About Baby-Friendly Sessions:

Contact the cinema to ask about any soft-sound or dim-light screenings

Tip: Call (03) 375 7080 or email information@readingcinemas.co.nz to check availability

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Reading Cinemas Christchurch

  1. Book Online: Use the Reading app to skip box office lines and secure adjacent seats.
  2. Arrive Early: Get to the cinema 15 minutes before showtime to find pram space and use the Parents Room.
  3. Choose Smaller Snacks: Pick shareable snack packs to avoid carrying bulky items into the theatre.
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Reviews of Reading Cinemas Christchurch

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Lynette McGee

Lynette McGee

Oct 2025

Great prices nice clean cinema's. Convenient parking etc.

Natasha Moutter

Natasha Moutter

Aug 2025

The tickets are reasonably priced and scanning my qr code in my email on the self kiosk was easy to print my ticket out. But even though we were in the 1st session at 9:45 the theatre seats were very worn and had popcorn and old movie tickets in them. It was also very cold. Need to wear a jacket or bring a blanket next time.

Sarah Beale

Sarah Beale

Jul 2025

Travelled from the Novotel Christchurch Airport to The Palms (in a taxi $88) to specifically see a movie on the Titan Luxe screen as the description of it on the website sold me but, truth be told, the picture quality was soft and the screen refresh rate was obvious and slow. Also, the food options were abysmal, just basic movie theatre food such as popcorn, drinks, icecream and lollies. Definitel...

Roachy

Roachy

Jul 2025

Our favourite movie cinema in ChCh. Prefer the seats that do not recline and cheaper. Pricing goes up and down as certain days/movies are cheaper than others and prefer to book online but this is slightly more as well. Great we can bring our own food as we have eating disorders. Comfy seats at a relaxed clean venue & quieter than most cinemas especially if you wait for awhile after the movie has b...

Debbie Moore

Debbie Moore

Jul 2025

The theatre itself was fine. However, the staff let a woman and three children under four in to watch the Jurassic Park movie which finished at 10pm. The kids cried for the first 20 minutes. They were sitting the front row. We were sitting in the back row. We could very clearly hear everything. I went out to complain. The staff said it is policy to give a warning first. So I was told to come back ...

When is the best time to visit Reading Cinemas Christchurch (Christchurch, New Zealand)?

During school holidays, screenings fill up fast. Book tickets a few days in advance or choose non-peak weekdays for more pram space.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult ticketNZD 15.3
Baby ticket (under 5)NZD 0
Snack comboNZD 15
Reading Reel Club membershipNZD 0
ParkingNZD 0
Total EstimatedNZD 45.6

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Reading Cinemas Christchurch

Address: Cnr Marshland and New Brighton Roads, Shirley, Christchurch 8061, New Zealand

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About Reading Cinemas Christchurch

Website

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Phone Number

+64 3 375 7080

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