“Part supernatural chiller, part ‘80s teen drama and part philosophical musing on wormhole theory and the transience of human existence [...] A bizarre concoction it undoubtedly is, but ‘Donnie Darko’ raised the bar for independent thinking and reinvented the teen genre for the new Millennium. Utter genius ”
DOORS: 21:45 | FILM STARTS 22:00
We’re returning to Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol’s very own necropolis, for the start of our Halloween Season 2026. Enter this fascinating space after hours, get a drink from the bar, then make your way to the beautiful Anglican Chapel to take your seat, and enjoy the show in this unique and historic venue.
Our Halloween 2026 screenings at Arnos Vale conclude with a 25th anniversary screening of the inimitable Donnie Darko. Surreal, haunting and defying easy categorisation to this day, it’s an indie cult gem with Lynchian overtones, melding suburban ennui and teenage angst with mind-bending themes of time travel, fate and the terrors of the subconscious. If you’ve never seen it, stop making excuses after a quarter of a century and follow the big, scary rabbit…
About The Film
2001 | 15 | 113 mins
Troubled teenager Donnie sleepwalks out of his house after hearing a mysterious voice, thereby saving himself from a freak accident. Despite his narrow escape, Donnie is unable to relax, because the source of the voice - a monstrous rabbit called Frank - has warned him that the world will end in 28 days…
Contains strong language, strong horror, moderate violence
About The Location
The magnificently restored Anglican Chapel, located in the heart of Arnos Vale Cemetery, has become a firm favourite with our audiences. Enjoy a range of atmospheric films, from family-friendly comedies to chilling horror, in the dramatic surroundings of this Victorian Garden Cemetery.
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NB: a mandatory £1.50 booking fee is added to your order at checkout. This is per order, not per ticket
Getting Here
Arnos Vale lies close to Bristol's city centre on the A4 Bath Road, at Brislington - what3words reference metals.mops.bank
Bus services 1, X39, 57, 178 and 349 stop outside the Bath Road gates.
There is limited street parking and pay and display parking in the area. Please note that due to limited space and the high amount of foot traffic across the site throughout the event, parking will not be permitted onsite aside from blue badge holders and individuals with limited mobility. This parking must be reserved in advance - please contact us.
Wherever possible, we encourage walking the use of public transport when travelling to our events.
Accessibility
The Anglican Chapel (site of the screening room) and Spielman Centre (toilets) both have disabled access and lifts. There is a short walk between these two buildings, with low light levels at night.
Due to the historic nature of the site, some aspects of the event’s layout may be challenging for people with limited mobility.
Please contact us if you require a wheelchair space, or require seating in a particular area (e.g. closer to the exit, at the end of a row).
If you require subtitles, please contact us in advance of making your booking. Many of our screenings can accommodate subtitles; however, this varies depending on the film and the amount of notice given.
We want to make your visit as enjoyable as possible, so please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further information about this venue’s accessibility.
Venue & Event Information
Doors for this event will open at 9:45PM (21:45). You will not be able to access the screening room before this time, but drinks and snacks can be purchased from the bar at the Spielman Centre from 5PM onwards.
There is limited indoor space at the venue, so please bear this in mind if you are planning to arrive before doors. There is some covered seating inside and outside the bar.
Although the screening itself is indoors, there is a short outdoor walk to reach the toilets and bar. Due to the historic nature of the buildings, we recommend that you bring warm and weather-appropriate clothing, particularly at later screenings. Seating is provided at this event, but guests are welcome to bring additional blankets and cushions, particularly for later screenings.
Arnos Vale Cemetery is a historical site and also remains in use as a cemetery today. Please take care when walking around after dark, stick to the marked pathways, and remain mindful and respectful of the surroundings.
FAQs
Can I buy food or drink at the venue? Yes, snacks will be available to purchase, and there will be a bar onsite. Please do not consume hot food in the screening room as a courtesy to other guests.
I have a BuyAGift/Red Letter Days/other voucher. How do I redeem this for this event? Head to this page for more information about redeeming Gift Vouchers.
Is my ticket refundable? As per our policy update on 14th January 2026, tickets will only be refundable if ticket insurance was added at the point of purchase. If you are a Red Carpet Club member, tickets are refundable up to 5 working days before your event, and exchangeable for credit for up to 24 hours before your event.