Art House Billings

Art House Billings Art House Billings is a local non-profit operating Art House Cinema and the Babcock Theatre in Downtown Billings. Stop by, watch a film and get to know us.
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Entertaining, engaging and enriching our community for a better understanding of ourselves, others and the world. Art House began as an idea of Billings native Matt Blakeslee and slowly but surely grew to a committed core of individuals passionate to see downtown have a premium theater and art space. Beginning in 2012 we started work on our business plan, hired theater consultants, traveled to con

ventions, built relationships with other theaters, and began to talking with our architect, Dennis Deppmeier. Finally in the summer of 2013 we found a home in the old bowling alley (Center Lanes) located at 109 North 30th Street. This place was perfect as it not only provided a great space to build our theater, but also provided the adequate room and infrastructure for our desired expansion in the future. We signed the lease and began demolition and remodeling in September 2014. The next 7 months involved many long nights, early mornings and multiple coffee runs as we continued to tweak, design, and build out the theater. Our amazing architect wisely informed us we should plan for an approximate price tag of $220,000 when all was said and done. This didn’t phase us, but simply motivated us to share the vision, fundraise, and work hard to save every penny we could. So many individuals and companies stepped up to the plate to help cut our projected budget from $220,000 to $120,000. This truly became a community project and we are so grateful to everyone who gave, served, and shared the story. March 2015 we opened our doors to the public and began to show films. This is only the beginning and we can’t wait to see what happens as we continue to bring in great films along with showcasing other great art. We can’t wait to have a great conversation.

05/29/2026

Parker Brown talks about his latest release, and what he is working on next!
Listen to the full episode of The Makers wherever you get your podcasts.

PAUL AND NICK IN A MUSICAL FEUDFrom Jim Carney, the man behind Once and Sing Street, comes the new feel-good comedy POWE...
05/27/2026

PAUL AND NICK IN A MUSICAL FEUD

From Jim Carney, the man behind Once and Sing Street, comes the new feel-good comedy POWER BALLAD! Starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, a pop star scores his next big hit with a song he borrowed from an aspiring star in this film that will make you laugh, cry, a feel inspired all at once! No lighters in the air, please, but do enjoy the moving music at Art House, starting June 5!

Opening June 5 at Art House Cinema & Pub
Tickets available June 1 at arthousebillings.com

FOR THE ALLMAN BROTHERS FANS!An insightful look at one of the founding members of The Allman Brothers Band, GREGG ALLMAN...
05/27/2026

FOR THE ALLMAN BROTHERS FANS!

An insightful look at one of the founding members of The Allman Brothers Band, GREGG ALLMAN: THE MUSIC OF MY SOUL is coming to Art House for one night only! Exploring the tragedy and redemption of this blues-rock legend - through interviews, archive footage, and musical performances - it's a front row seat at the life and times of the man behind one of rock n' roll's most powerful live acts! Don't miss it!

June 17 • 7PM at Art House Cinema & Pub
Tickets on sale now at arthousebillings.com

DAY ONE OF CHAIR SALE WAS 🔥Day one is wrapped, but Wednesday and Thursday (5/27 & 28) we are selling parts and pieces of...
05/27/2026

DAY ONE OF CHAIR SALE WAS 🔥

Day one is wrapped, but Wednesday and Thursday (5/27 & 28) we are selling parts and pieces of Babcock history! Snag yourself one of these chairs now, because whatever is left after Thursday is getting hauled away! No price, pay what you can to support local cinema!

A SYMBOL OF UNITY IN DIVISIVE TIMESOne night only, on Flag Day, join us for a documentary that highlights the beauty of ...
05/26/2026

A SYMBOL OF UNITY IN DIVISIVE TIMES

One night only, on Flag Day, join us for a documentary that highlights the beauty of America in the small farming town of Three Oaks, Michigan. FLAG DAY examines the people of this small community from diverse backgrounds as they come together to celebrate the nation's largest Flag Day parade. With moments of humor, conflict, and grace, this documentary explores the hard truths of being an American, the good and bad, beauty and ugliness.

June 14 • 6:30PM at Art House Cinema & Pub
Tickets available now at arthousebillings.com

05/26/2026

Parker Brown & The Bleeding Hearts Release Show for Timberline Sessions EP at Art House! Sunday, May 31 at 6:30PM! Get your tickets at arthousebillings.com!

05/24/2026

Seth Royal Kroft - Photographer on how personality makes art unique.
Listen to full episode of The Makers wherever you find podcasts.

EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEK AT ART HOUSE!A few events you'll want to catch this week, including a free Artist Talk with o...
05/23/2026

EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEK AT ART HOUSE!

A few events you'll want to catch this week, including a free Artist Talk with our latest featured artist in the hallways, the 30th Anniversary of a 90s comedy duo's first movie, and outdoor films on two wheels!

GREAT FILMS PLAYING THIS WEEK!Don't miss these films playing all week at Art House Cinema & Pub! Weekends are better at...
05/22/2026

GREAT FILMS PLAYING THIS WEEK!

Don't miss these films playing all week at Art House Cinema & Pub! Weekends are better at the movies!

THE INTERNET PHENOMENON COMES TO ART HOUSEFrom Kane Parsons, the teenager behind the viral web series, comes the big scr...
05/20/2026

THE INTERNET PHENOMENON COMES TO ART HOUSE

From Kane Parsons, the teenager behind the viral web series, comes the big screen adaptation of BACKROOMS by indie powerhouse A24! A mysterious and otherworldly dimension is discovered in this low budget sci-fi/horror film, and what unfolds is up for you to discover! Don't miss this exciting, innovative, genre-bending film on the big screen!

Opening May 29 at Art House Cinema & Pub
Tickets on sale May 25

LAST CALL!Don't miss the indie drama OMAHA before it goes away! Deeply moving, incredibly acted, and a fantastic displa...
05/19/2026

LAST CALL!

Don't miss the indie drama OMAHA before it goes away! Deeply moving, incredibly acted, and a fantastic display of what can be done with a small budget.

Tickets at arthousebillings.com

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109 N 30th Street
Billings, MT
59101

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 10pm
Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4pm - 10pm
Thursday 4pm - 10pm
Friday 4pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

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+14066011241

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