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A movie-themed celebration to mark the tenth anniversary of independent cinema Studio 74 while welcoming in 2026.
Leigh Curtis
Exeter Phoenix is holding a cinematic New Year’s Eve party with live music, themed bars and DJs on Wednesday 31 December.
The party will take a trip to the movies to mark the tenth anniversary of Exeter Phoenix’s independent cinema Studio 74.
There will be film-themed rooms throughout the building including a Jurassic terrace and a Lost in Translation karaoke bar.
Drinks will be available from a Bollywood-themed bar and the Casablanca-inspired Rick’s.
The Exeter Phoenix house band will play music from film soundtracks from every era.
The Exeter Phoenix New Year’s Eve party takes place from 8pm on Wednesday 31 December 2025 to 2am on New Year’s Day.
Tickets cost £28 in advance, plus booking fee, or £32 on the door.
For more information and to book tickets visit the Exeter Phoenix website.
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