Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

Where can I park?

Answer

Free parking is available in the lot on the west side of our building as well as directly against the building on the east side. Parking on Reily Street is free, unmetered and non-permitted directly in front of our doors and westward (toward the river). Spaces directly in front of HACC and Campus Square, are metered until 7pm Mon - Sat (free anytime on Sunday).

Question 2

When is the concession stand open?

Answer

Thu 6 - 9 / Fri 2 - 9 / Sat 2 - 9 / Sun 2 -5 The concession stand generally opens 30 minutes before the day's first showtime and closes shortly after the final screening has seated. Pre-Covid: We are open 365 days a year, the concession stand generally opens 30 minutes before the day's first showtime and closes shortly after the final screening has seated.

Question 3

Do you take credit cards?

Answer

Yes, all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover) are accepted.
We also love when patrons pay with our gift cards, available here.

Question 4

Can I bring beer into a movie?

Answer

Yes! We call this BYØZ. Bring Your Own Zerøday. Purchase your drink "to-go" filled with your favorite brew or flavored hard seltzer and enjoy your movie.

Zerøday Outpost at Midtown Cinema is now IN OUR LOBBY!

Question 5

Can I bring food into a movie?

Answer

No, we actually make no profit on the price of your ticket. So we do not allow you to bring outside food into the cinema, purchasing concessions helps keep the cinema running.

Question 6

How much are tickets to a first-run film?

Answer

See our programming page for details on ticket pricing, matinee pricing, weekend pricing and more.

Question 7

Do I have to be a member to purchase tickets?

Answer

No, anyone can purchase tickets on our website for any movie, or event. Members receive benefits such as lower ticket pricing, complimentary snacks and vouchers.

Question 8

Do you take cash?

Answer

Yes, and all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover) are accepted.
We also love when patrons pay with our gift cards, available here.

Question 9

Are masks required?

Answer

Yes! Masks are required until you are sitting in the theater. Each theater and the lobby have separate air systems that purify through bi-polar ionization.

Question 10

Will Midtown Cinema get (movie title)?

Answer

You can see all of our upcoming films and special events on our showtimes page. Get the most up-to-date showtimes by clicking the tickets button on the top right of the page. New times for first-run films are posted by Wednesday morning for that weekend.

Question 11

Will (movie title) stay until next week?

Answer

Films are booked one week at a time (Friday to Thursday). We can't guarantee any one title for longer than that. Check our showtimes and get tickets online so you don't miss out!

Question 12

Can I rent a theater?

Answer

Right now we are offering Private Screenings starting at $249! Pre-Covid: Please visit our rentals page and fill out the form, a staff member will contact you. If you have a particular film in mind, we also recommend you look for it on Tugg.com. This platforms allows you to organize your own screenings of films from their ever-growing catalogue.

Question 13

Can I advertise my business before a showing?

Answer

Go to our advertising page to learn how to promote your business on the big screen.

Question 14

Do you sell gift cards?

Answer

Yes. Gift cards and other merchandise is available here.

Question 15

Who painted that awesome mural on the side of your building?

Answer

Sprocket Mural Works! They are pretty amazing. They have painted most of the murals you see around Harrisburg. Give them a like on facebook! sprocketmuralworks.com

Question 16

What is the HBG Flea?

Answer

The HBG Flea sets up shop every month, featuring local artists, crafts and vendors. During the warmer months they setup in our parking lot, and when it gets cold out they setup in Strawberry square.

Question 17

Select a category above to see FAQs

Answer

Welcome to our FAQ page! Search for a question at the top right of this page, or select a category above.