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About Riverview Theater

Welcome to Riverview Theater, a beloved 1-screen cinema in the heart of Minneapolis. Built in 1948 in the sleek Streamline Moderne style, this historic venue continues to bring audiences together for classic film screenings, midnight movies, and engaging film events. With two seating areas—the main floor and stadium seating—plus comfortable high-backed rocker seats installed in 2007, Riverview offers a welcoming, no-fuss movie experience that locals and visitors return to again and again.

Located at 3800 42nd Ave South, Riverview is a short ride from downtown and well connected by public transit and nearby parking. Whether you’re in town for a festival, a retro screening, or a special event, secure your seats with us and enjoy a true Minneapolis cinema staple.

Nearby hotels, restaurants, and convenient transit options make Riverview Theater a practical choice for a night out. Parking is typically available on surrounding streets and in nearby lots, with free parking common in the area. Transit options include bus lines 38 and 9, plus walkable access to the 38th Street light rail station. For visitors looking to extend their stay, several hotels within walking distance offer comfortable stays after the show.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 3800 42nd Ave South, Minneapolis, MN 55406.
  • Venue type: 1-screen indoor movie theater (built in 1948; Streamline Moderne; current operation as Riverview Theater).
  • Capacity: approximately 700 seats (over 700; seating on main floor and stadium section).
  • Seating/chart: two seating areas (main floor and stadium seating); high-backed rocker seats were installed in 2007.
  • Parking: no dedicated on-site lot; parking generally available on nearby streets and in area lots; parking in the area is mostly free.
  • Transit: served by bus lines 38 and 9; nearest light rail is the 38th Street station (within walking distance).
  • Nearby hotels: The Marquette Hotel (710 Marquette Ave), Moxy Minneapolis Downtown (247 Chicago Ave S), Radisson Blu Minneapolis Downtown (35 S 7th St).
  • Notable events hosted: regular screenings and events (e.g., midnight movies, film festivals); notable past events include annual Lord of the Rings screenings and Obama’s 2009 inauguration viewing.
  • Demolished/renamed: the Riverview Theater remains active under its original name and has not been demolished or renamed.