Paramount Theatre Unveils Holiday Film Series In Austin

AUSTIN, TX — The Paramount Theatre on Friday announced the return of their Holiday Film Series presented by CapMetro.

From modern classics to true classics, the Paramount will be screening favorite films of the season the way they were meant to be seen on the big screen at Austin’s only movie palace. Film tickets for series screenings — beginning with “Elf” on Sunday, Dec. 6 — are on sale and can be purchased online at www.austintheatre.org/holiday.

As the Paramount did with the postponed Summer Classic Film Series in September, strong health and safety protocols remain in place to protect patrons, staff and volunteers in light of ongoing reach of the coronavirus. Masks are required for all patrons over the age of 10 unless they are eating or drinking while seated. Moreover, there are a number of established procedures implemented to minimize personal contact, including a new clear bag policy; updated socially distanced seat map with the theatre limited to only 25 percent capacity; contact-less ticketing; touchless concessions; and temperature checks for all patrons and staff.

Additionally, there will also be staggered arrival times to help maintain a socially distanced environment; a health care professional will be on site for every film; full sanitation and fogging will be performed before every film; and more safety precautions. For a complete list of health and safety measures, visit www.austintheatre.org/health.

Holiday Film Series Schedule

• Dec. 6 at 2 p.m.: Elf
• Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m.: A Christmas Story
• Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m.: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
• Dec. 13 at 1 p.m.: The Polar Express
• Dec. 16–18 at 7:30 p.m.: White Christmas
• Dec. 19 at 3:30 p.m.: Love Actually
• Dec. 20 at 2 p.m.: It’s a Wonderful Life

Find out more about the Holiday Film Series and get tickets at www.austintheatre.org/holiday. Tickets can also be purchased by calling (512) 474-1221.

The film series wouldn’t exist without the Film Fan Club whose support is essential in preserving film history, 35/70mm reels and the historic Paramount Theatre. Become a Paramount Film Fan to receive benefits like discounted or free admission, convenient parking, complimentary popcorn, and premium seating. For more on becoming a Film Fan, visit www.austintheatre.org/filmfan.

Follow the Paramount Theatre on Facebook at www.facebook.com/paramounttheatre and on Twitter/Instagram @ParamountAustin. Film fans also can visit austintheatre.org to find out more about the theatre, as well as additional ways to support them during these difficult times.