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Today we celebrate 100 years of the Grand Lake Theatre.For a century, this theatre has been more than a place to watch m...
03/04/2026

Today we celebrate 100 years of the Grand Lake Theatre.

For a century, this theatre has been more than a place to watch movies — it’s been a gathering place for the Oakland community. From silent films and organ music to generations of movie nights, it’s all been possible because of you.

Thank you to our incredible community for 100 amazing years of support, memories, and movie magic.

Here’s to the next 100. 🎬

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🌟✨ 100 YEARS OF MOVIE MAGIC ✨🌟Join us on March 4th as we celebrate a century of cinema at the Grand Lake Theatre with a ...
02/26/2026

🌟✨ 100 YEARS OF MOVIE MAGIC ✨🌟

Join us on March 4th as we celebrate a century of cinema at the Grand Lake Theatre with a special lineup of timeless classics — and yes… they’re FREE 🎉🍿

🎬 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
🎬 Fantasia
🎬 Singin’ in the Rain
🎬 The Wizard of Oz

From Technicolor musicals to Disney masterpieces and the yellow brick road, we’re bringing generations together under one historic marquee. 💫

🎟️ Please note: Tickets cannot be reserved. Seating is first come, first serve, so arrive early!

Tag your movie buddy, grab your popcorn, and help us celebrate 100 incredible years of film. ❤️🎞️

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02/12/2026

Oakland showed OUT last night.

Steph Curry bringing the launch of GOAT to the Grand Lake Theatre just feels right — hometown legend, historic marquee, and a packed house full of Bay love. 🐐🎬

From the court to the big screen, he’s still changing the game.

12/14/2025

🎬 OAKLAND! Among Neighbors is coming to the Grand Lake Theatre.
📍 Monday, December 15
⏰ 4:30 PM (no Q&A) | 6:45 PM (filmmaker Q&A + menorah lighting 🕎)
Join us for an unforgettable evening of film, conversation, and community.
🎟️ Get tickets now!




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12/11/2025

🎥Big-screen magic at the Grandlake Theater Keep an eye out — 70mm screenings pop up, and they’re worth every frame 🎞️

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Oakland, it’s time! 🚨 The Paper Bag Plan directed by hometown talent Anthony Lucero is showing at the legendary Grand La...
09/11/2025

Oakland, it’s time! 🚨 The Paper Bag Plan directed by hometown talent Anthony Lucero is showing at the legendary Grand Lake Theatre. Pull up & show love to The Town! 🏙️🎬

Tickets still available in bio! 🎟️

In a new New Yorker article, director Ryan Coogler shares how Oakland’s own Grand Lake Theatre sparked his moviemaking j...
05/08/2025

In a new New Yorker article, director Ryan Coogler shares how Oakland’s own Grand Lake Theatre sparked his moviemaking journey. From local screens to global stages—this place holds stories that shape legends.

Come sit where the inspiration began.

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/05/05/ryan-coogler-profile

In recognition of the perilous political reality American citizens all face today the Grand Lake Theater has programmed ...
03/28/2025

In recognition of the perilous political reality American citizens all face today the Grand Lake Theater has programmed a special double bill of two great films that deal with different political realities. March 28- April 2.

🎬✨ Get ready for an exclusive sneak peek! Join us for the premiere of Freaky Tales at the iconic Grand Lake Theater — th...
03/27/2025

🎬✨ Get ready for an exclusive sneak peek! Join us for the premiere of Freaky Tales at the iconic Grand Lake Theater — the very place where magic happened on screen! 🍿🎥

🏙️ From the stunning Grand Lake Theater to other legendary Oakland spots, Freaky Tales brings the heart of the city to life like never before. Don’t miss your chance to see it on the big screen at the same place it was filmed! 🎟️

Tickets are going fast! Available for purchase at the link in our bio!

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3200 Grand Avenue
Oakland, CA
94610

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