Established in 1924 Central Theater, formerly known as 'The Geneseo Theater', has been a mainstay in downtown Geneseo for over 80 years.
Operated by the Geneseo Park District since 1996, this historic theater continues to offer state of the art entertainment at an affordable price.
The theater seats 177 and offers digital cinema projection with 7.1 Dolby surround sound. The digital conversion in 2012 means a higher quality motion picture and sound experience for the moviegoer.
Located in downtown Geneseo at
111 North State Street Geneseo, IL
(309) 944-3603
Adult (13 - 64) $7.00
Senior (65 & over) $6.00
Child (12 & Under) $6.00
Doors Open at 6:30pm for 7:10 pm Shows
Doors Open at 2:30pm for 3:10pm Sunday Show
All movies are played in a handicap accessible auditorium.
GHOSTBUSTERS
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Synopsis: When a single mother and her two children move to a new town, they soon discover that they have a connection to the original Ghostbusters and their grandfather's secret legacy. Starring: Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace, Carrie Coon SHOWTIMES 3:10 pm |
ACTIVE ADULT/SENIOR FREE MOVIEPlanes, Trains & Automobiles (1987) |
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Synopsis: Easily excitable Neal Page is somewhat of a control freak. Trying to get home to Chicago to spend Thanksgiving with his wife and kids, his flight is rerouted to a distant city in Kansas because of a freak snowstorm, and his sanity begins to fray. Worse yet, he is forced to bunk up with talkative Del Griffith, whom he finds extremely annoying. Together they must overcome the insanity of holiday travel to reach their intended destination. Starring: Steve Martin, John Candy, Laila Robin SHOWTIMES FREE Admission Sponsored by Geneseo Park District Foundation |
CHRISTMAS WALK EVENTS
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The Geneseo Park District joins the Annual Christmas Walk with family friendly events. SHOWTIMES Find all Christmas Walk Park District Events here |
RENTAL RESERVATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.
AVAILABLE SPACE AND MAXIMUM CAPACITY MAY BE LIMITED
PLEASE CALL (309) 944-5695 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Facility Rentals & Birthday Parties Brochure (4 MB)
For the health & safety of all our patrons and employees, Geneseo Park District has revised our Facility Rental Policies .
| Rental Space | Regular | Nonprofit |
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| CENTRAL THEATER includes use of theater & stage | $65/hour | $55/hour |
| EQUIPMENT3 includes the use of equipment and projectionist | $35 flat rate | |
| CONCESSIONS includes concessionaire and janitorial services. Small drink & small popcorn combos may be purchased for an additional $3.50/combo |
$60 flat rate | |
| JANITORIAL SERVICES4 | $25 flat rate | |
Standard Rental includes the use of theater and stage with a manager on duty. Renter can bring a DVD or video (of appropriate content).
Certificate of insurance may be required. Visit https://www.theeventhelper.com/ to purchase event insurance.
CLICK HERE FOR FACILITY RENTAL POLICIES
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Upcoming Events
Let your kids play and burn off energy in a safe & warm environment under your supervision.
No registration required. No play group held November 24 & 26.
Let your kids play and burn off energy in a safe & warm environment under your supervision.
No registration required. No play group held November 24 & 26.
The best holiday memories come from the annual trip to see Santa at the Geneseo Community Center.
FREE Admission thanks to the Geneseo Park District Foundation
