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Welcome to SIFF Cinema Uptown in Seattle, a historic three-screen cinema housed at 511 Queen Anne Ave N. Reopened as SIFF Cinema Uptown in 2011 after the SIFF acquisition of the Uptown Theatre, this venue hosts year-round programming from the Seattle International Film Festival and other SIFF events. With a total seating capacity of about 850 across three auditoria, it’s a convenient hub for film lovers in Seattle’s Lower Queen Anne neighborhood, offering easy access by transit, nearby lodging, dining, and parking options.
Whether you’re catching a festival showcase, a classic film series, or a special screening, secure your seats with confidence. We’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted local recommendations to enhance your visit.
Venue details, accessibility, and logistics are important for a smooth experience. SIFF does not provide on-site parking at Uptown Theatre, but paid street parking and nearby lots are available. Public transit is convenient, with several bus lines (1, 2, 8, 13, 29, 32, 994) and the Seattle Center Monorail serving the area. For a comfortable stay nearby, consider SIFF-promoted accommodations such as Staypineapple Maxwell Hotel and Hotel FIVE. Each auditoria features distinct seating configurations to fit different audience sizes: Auditorium 1 seats 150, Auditorium 2 seats 250, and Auditorium 3 seats 450, totaling roughly 850 seats. Explore the schedule for year-round SIFF programming, and plan your visit with our handy tips on parking, transit, dining, and lodging.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 511 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109.
- Venue type: Three-screen cinema operated by the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF); formerly Uptown Theatre.
- Seating: Auditorium 1 = 150 seats, Auditorium 2 = 250 seats, Auditorium 3 = 450 seats (total ~850).
- Parking: SIFF does not provide on-site parking; paid street parking and nearby lots are available.
- Transit: Bus lines 1, 2, 8, 13, 29, 32, 994 and the Seattle Center Monorail serve the area.
- Nearby hotels: Staypineapple Maxwell Hotel and Hotel FIVE offer SIFF-promoted accommodations.
- Renamed/demolished: Reopened as SIFF Cinema Uptown in October 2011 after SIFF acquired the Uptown Theatre.
- Notable events: Year-round SIFF programming and Seattle International Film Festival events at the Uptown venue.