Celebrate Home Movie Day at the Cinema Museum in London — Free Event to Cherish Nostalgic Films
The Cinema Museum invites film enthusiasts and memory keepers to participate in the annual Home Movie Day, an internationally recognized celebration dedicated to preserving and sharing personal cine-films. This special event will take place in London on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, offering a full day of film screenings, expert advice, and community engagement—all free of charge.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, 24th October 2026
- Time: 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Location: Cinema Museum, Dugard Way, near Elephant & Castle and Kennington
- Entry: Complimentary
- Entrance Coordinates: What3Words: covers.hush.nets
What Is Home Movie Day?
Home Movie Day is an annual event celebrated worldwide to promote the preservation and appreciation of personal home movies, often shot on formats such as 8mm, Super8, 9.5mm, and 16mm films. Participants are encouraged to bring their vintage films to the Cinema Museum, where film preservation experts will offer free technical advice on maintaining and digitizing old films. Selected clips will also be screened throughout the day, providing an engaging glimpse into personal histories and family memories.
Highlights of the London Event
– Expert consultations on film preservation and repair
– Screening of personal home movies, sharing stories and memories
– Refreshments available, including tea and cake for purchase in a convivial atmosphere
Additional Information
For more details about the event, visit the official Cinema Museum page:
Home Movie Day 2026
You can also read about past celebrations on Londonist:
Home Movie Day at the Cinema Museum
Relive the Experience
Take a look at photos from the 2023 Home Movie Day event to get a sense of the community atmosphere and the nostalgic charm of viewing personal films:
Photos from 2023 Event
Join the Celebration
Whether you have old family films you’d like to share or simply wish to enjoy a day of film nostalgia, this event is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow cinephiles and preserve personal histories. No registration is necessary—just bring along your films and enjoy a day dedicated to storytelling through the lens of home movies.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Please note that the event details are accurate as of October 2023; please check the official links for any updates closer to the date.