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About The Clairidge

The Clairidge is a six-screen nonprofit cinema in the heart of downtown Montclair, NJ. Operated by Montclair Film since 2021, it continues a legacy of presenting independent, foreign, and documentary films with filmmaker Q&As and special events. With a total seating capacity of 462 across six theaters, The Clairidge offers a cozy, community-driven moviegoing experience in a historic space formerly known as Clairidge Cinemas. Whether you're planning a night out for the Montclair Film Festival or catching a new release, we’ve got you covered with seating details, parking options, transit access, and nearby places to stay and dine.

Secure your seats at The Clairidge with confidence. We provide straightforward booking options, up-to-date show information, and insider tips on getting around Montclair. If you’re traveling for a weekend film lineup or a single feature, this page has all you need—from detailed seating layouts and parking decks to nearby hotels like The MC Hotel and The George, plus recommended dining in downtown Montclair. You’ve got a guy in your corner for easy access to tickets and information.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and venue type: The Clairidge is a six-screen, nonprofit cinema at 486 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042 (Hinck Building).
  • Ownership/operation: Operated by Montclair Film since 2021 after renovations; previously known as Clairidge Cinemas.
  • Seating capacity: Theater 6 (27), Theater 3 (38), Theater 4 (88), Theater 5 (83), Theater 1 (105), Theater 2 (121) for a total of 462 seats across six screens.
  • Parking: Closest options are Crescent Parking Deck behind Church Street and North Fullerton Parking Deck across Bloomfield Avenue.
  • Transit: Near Watchung Avenue NJ Transit station (Montclair-Boonton Line); local bus lines 28 and 101 stop nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: The MC Hotel (Autograph Collection) at 690 Bloomfield Ave and The George at 37 North Mountain Ave are in walking distance in downtown Montclair.
  • Notable events: Regular Montclair Film Festival screenings, filmmaker Q&As, and other independent/foreign films; recent upgrades included new seating and rebranding.
  • Renamed/demolished status: Not demolished; historically known as Clairidge Cinemas; current name and operation are The Clairidge.