Rio Grande Theatre

211 Main St, Las Cruces, New Mexico 88001 USA

Reasonable

Closed Now

Opens Thu 9a

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible

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The Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces, New Mexico was opened on July 29, 1926. The theatre was built by Seale and Dyne and operated by the Central Theatres Corporation of Denver. The first movie shown was the silent movie Mare Nostrum, directed by Rex Ingram. The Rio Grande Theatre was bought by Fox West Coast Theatres in October 1929. The Fox chain installed sound equipment and showed a sound picture for the opening night, October 20, 1929. The theatre survived both an earthquake and a fire in the early 1930s.It remained in operation until 1997, when it closed due to financial hardship. The theatre was purchased by the Dona Ana Arts Council and restored, opening again in 2005.

Reviewed by
Leslie W.

February 24, 2019

What a lovely gem! The charm of the old theater remains intact. But they have updated sound and screen. A small concession stand in the front serves soda, beer, wine and popcorn. Prices are... Read more

Reviewed by
Dustin A.

October 10, 2021

First time being to the theater since I was a child before they remodeled. I was impressed by the clean environment and comfortable atmosphere. The concessions offered some nice candy choices and... Read more

Reviewed by
Angela W.

December 21, 2019

Rio Grande Theater is in the heart of downtown Las Cruces. It's a historical landmark. This small theater shows movies and performances. I enjoyed their free Christmas Sing A Long. Read more

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