Cinéma pour Tous
Free open-air cinema festival in Montpellier
About Cinéma pour Tous
An annual summer open-air film festival in Montpellier, organized by the Brand à part association. In 2026, screenings will be held at the Restanque community hub, located at 3 rue du Lantissargues (in the Prés d'Arènes district), featuring a diverse lineup of fiction, documentaries, and animated films. The festival's mission is to make cinema accessible to everyone, with a special focus on reaching local neighborhoods.
Cinéma pour Tous in Montpellier
Cinéma pour Tous is an open-air film festival held every summer in Montpellier, hosted by the Brand à part association. Since its inception, the event has offered free evening screenings, welcoming audiences from all walks of life in various neighborhoods across Montpellier.
A Cultural Initiative
Spearheaded by Brand à part, a Montpellier-based cultural organization specializing in film education and cinema-related projects, the festival aims to democratize access to film. The program is intentionally broad yet curated, blending fiction, documentaries, and animation throughout the summer nights.
Restanque: A Cultural Hub and Festival Venue
In 2026, the festival takes place at the Restanque community hub, a welcoming space designed for connection and discovery. Guests can enjoy the evening starting at 7:30 PM with food trucks, a bar, and a social area before the films begin. On July 25th, the festival also hosts workshops and activities for children, ensuring a cinema experience that is truly inclusive for all.
A Typical Evening
Evenings kick off at 7:30 PM with food trucks and a bar, providing a relaxed atmosphere before the show. Screenings begin at dusk, around 9:30 PM.
The festival also features special social events, including Restan'Cool, the closing night on July 25th. After the film, the public is invited to stay for this unique event created by the venue, featuring a mix of graphic arts, music, and discovery: DJ sets, a pop-up store, a dedicated space for books, posters, and screen prints, and an open art workshop.
Cinéma pour Tous — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Cinéma pour Tous in Montpellier — 12th edition, from July 17 to 25, at the Restanque community hub.
Cinéma pour Tous — 2026 Edition
The 12th edition of Cinéma pour Tous takes place from July 17 to 25, 2026, in Montpellier, Hérault, at the Restanque community hub. Enjoy four evenings of free open-air cinema, complemented by workshops and a festive closing party.
Programme Cinéma pour Tous 2026
Friday, July 17 – 9:30 PM
Sirocco and the Kingdom of Air Streams
Director: Benoît Chieux
Runtime: 1h52 – Ages 6+
Juliette and Carmen, two fearless sisters, discover a secret passage into the Kingdom of Air Streams, their favorite book. Transformed into cats and separated, they must show courage and daring to find each other. Before the screening, starting at 7:00 PM, there will be free activities, a quiz, and surprises for children.
Saturday, July 18 – 9:30 PM
Inception
Director: Christopher Nolan
Runtime: 2h28 – Ages 14+
Dom Cobb is a thief capable of entering dreams to steal secrets. Tasked with an exceptional mission, he must now plant an idea in a CEO's mind to earn a chance to see his children again.
Friday, July 24 – 9:30 PM
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Director: Benh Zeitlin
Runtime: 1h33 – Ages 12+
Hushpuppy, a 6-year-old girl living in the bayou with her father, sees her world turned upside down by natural disasters. Facing rising waters and the appearance of wild creatures, she sets out in search of her missing mother.
Saturday, July 25 – 9:30 PM
Mars Express
Director: Jérémie Périn
Runtime: 1h25 – Ages 12+
In the year 2200, private detective Aline Ruby and her android partner Carlos Rivera investigate the disappearance of a cybernetics student. Their search leads them into the depths of Noctis, the Martian capital.
Highlights for Saturday, July 25:
- Cinema workshops for young audiences during the day (free, registration required).
- Restan'Cool, the closing party, featuring a DJ set, a pop-up shop, and an open art studio.
Highlights Cinéma pour Tous 2026
- A new edition hosted at the Restanque community hub, a vibrant cultural and artistic space in Montpellier.
- Four evenings of open-air cinema from July 17 to 25, featuring animated films, sci-fi classics, and contemporary works.
- A lineup for all ages: Sirocco and the Kingdom of Air Streams (6+), Inception, Beasts of the Southern Wild, and Mars Express.
- An opening day dedicated to young audiences on July 17 (activities, quizzes, and surprises).
- A special day on July 25 with free cinema workshops (registration required).
- A festive closing party, Restan'Cool: DJ set, pop-up shop, and open art studio.
- A free, friendly event open to everyone.
Prices Cinéma pour Tous 2026
Practical information — Cinéma pour Tous
Location
Restanque cultural and artistic hub, Prés d'Arènes district, 3 rue du Lantissargues, 34000 Montpellier.
Getting There
Public transport: Line 4, Restanque stop.
By car: Take the Montpellier Sud exit from the A9 motorway.
Parking: 515 rue de l'Industrie.
By bike: 15 minutes from the city center.
Admission
Free entry for all screenings.
Dining
Food trucks and a bar are available on-site starting at 7:30 PM, before the screenings.
Contact
Association Brand à part — 2 place Pétrarque, Hôtel de Varennes, 34000 Montpellier.
Phone: 06 66 45 29 37
Email: [email protected]
Official website: brand-a-part.fr
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Where does it take place — Cinéma pour Tous
Tiers-lieu Restanque
3 rue du Lantissargues, quartier Prés d'Arènes, 34000 Montpellier, 34000 Montpellier