If you are planning a trip to the cinema this Easter, Vue is one of the best options on the high street. Good Friday, 3 April 2026, falls during one of the busiest cinema-going periods of the year, and Vue has a strong lineup of films showing across its nationwide network of multiplexes. Here is everything you need to know before you book.
Is Vue Cinema Open on Good Friday 2026?
Yes — Vue cinemas across the UK are open on Good Friday, 3 April 2026. Unlike many retail stores which operate on reduced hours over the Easter bank holiday, most Vue locations keep their standard daily schedule, with screenings running from morning through to late evening. Some sites may have slightly adjusted start times for the first showing of the day, but the core programme runs as normal.
To check exact showtimes at your nearest Vue, visit myvue.com or use the Vue app, where you can browse what is on, choose your seats, and buy tickets in advance. Booking online is strongly recommended over the Easter weekend, as popular films and peak-time screenings tend to sell out quickly.
What’s On at Vue This Easter Weekend?
Easter weekend is traditionally a major release window for the film industry, and 2026 is shaping up to be no different. Among the films currently screening at Vue this Good Friday weekend:
- New releases: Several major studio films are opening this Easter, including a highly anticipated comedy romance starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, releasing on 3 April. This one is already generating strong advance booking interest.
- Family favourites: Easter is prime time for family outings, and Vue typically programmes a strong selection of family-friendly films throughout the school holidays. Check the Vue website for current listings aimed at younger audiences.
- Blockbusters still in wide release: Several major films from earlier in the spring continue to show at Vue screens across the UK, with Easter weekend often giving audiences a chance to catch something they missed during the regular working week.
The Michael Jackson biopic Michael, starring Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop, is another hotly anticipated film due in late April 2026. While not yet screening this Good Friday, it is expected to arrive at Vue in the coming weeks and is already one of the most talked-about films of the year.
Vue Cinema Ticket Prices and Deals
Vue operates a tiered pricing structure that varies by location, day, and time of screening. Standard tickets for adults typically range from around £10 to £15 depending on the site, with premium formats such as IMAX, 4DX, and Vue Extreme fetching higher prices. Children’s tickets are generally priced around £7 to £9.
Vue members on the Vue Pass subscription scheme benefit from reduced admission prices across all standard screenings. The monthly plan gives unlimited films at a flat rate, making it excellent value over a long weekend when you might want to see more than one film. New members can often access a free trial period — check the Vue website for the current offer.
Tuesday is traditionally the cheapest day to visit Vue, with special reduced prices available across the board. However, over Easter weekend the standard pricing structure applies regardless of the day, so Good Friday screenings will be priced at regular weekend rates.
Vue Cinemas: Food and Drink on Good Friday
All Vue cinemas have full concession stands open during trading hours on Good Friday. The standard range includes popcorn (sweet and salted), hot dogs, nachos, a variety of soft drinks, and Vue’s signature pick-and-mix. Several larger Vue sites also have dedicated food and drink outlets or café areas in the foyer, which may have limited hours on bank holidays — it is worth arriving with a bit of extra time if you plan to eat before your screening.
Vue has also expanded its premium food options at selected locations in recent years, including alcohol served to your seat in some venues. Check your local Vue site’s specific offerings when booking.
How to Find Your Nearest Vue Cinema
Vue operates over 90 cinemas across the UK and Ireland, making it one of the country’s largest cinema chains. Major locations include Vue West End in London, Vue Manchester Printworks, Vue Birmingham, Vue Edinburgh, and dozens more in retail parks and city centres nationwide.
The Vue store finder at myvue.com lets you enter a postcode or town to find your nearest site, check current and upcoming listings, and book directly online. The Vue app for iOS and Android offers the same functionality with the added benefit of push notifications for new releases and special offers.
If you are heading out on Good Friday, book ahead — Easter weekend is one of the most popular times of year at the cinema, and seats for the most sought-after screenings will go fast. Whether you are taking the family for a treat, going on a date, or simply looking for a few hours of escapism over the bank holiday, Vue has plenty on offer this Easter 2026.