To celebrate the arrival of this state-of-the-art technology, the cinema will be screening the latest 3D must-see - Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs - from Wednesday.

Armed with a pair of high-tech, polarized 3D glasses, audiences will now be able to get up close and personal with an exciting range of 3D releases set to storm into cinemas during the year.

Alternative 3D screenings, including sports events, popular music concerts, opera and ballet, are also in the pipeline.

Thrilled

Simon Davis, general manager at Harrogate Odeon, said: "The team is thrilled to be bringing a truly immersive 3D cinema experience to Harrogate. 2009 promises to be a hugely exciting year for 3D film - we can't wait for local film fanatics to experience the state-of-the-art technology for themselves and enjoy this year's biggest blockbusters in the highest quality possible."

For further information or ticket booking, visit www.odeon.co.uk, ring the Odeon Filmline on 0871 22 44 007 or head to the Odeon Harrogate Box Office.

The 3D film schedule for 2009-2010 is:

1st July 2009 Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
31st July 2009 G-Force
28th August 2009 The Final Destination
18th September 2009 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
2nd October 2009 Toy Story
16th October 2009 Up
6th November 2009 A Christmas Carol
18th December 2009 Avatar
22nd January 2010 Toy Story 2
12th March 2010 Alice in Wonderland
19th March 2010 Piranha 3D
26th March 2010 How to Train your Dragon
16th July 2010 Shrek Forever After