Southbridge Movie Theater is a state-of-the-art Movie Theater recently refurbished and available for periodic Movie Events or for public/private rental. The theater seats 125 with 5 additional accessible spaces for wheelchairs. The projector is a Christie Laser and the sound system is a JBL and QSC mix will modern Dolby-capability. The screen is 31 foot diagonal.
Movie Screenings & Private Movie Parties
The Southbridge Theatre can often secure licensing rights for films that have been released for at least two years. Licensing fees typically begin at approximately $400 but may vary depending on the title, distributor, and other factors. A formal quote can be requested to determine the exact cost. Film licenses are valid for a single-day showing and are required for all screenings, regardless of whether the event is public or private, ticketed or free, and regardless of the hosting organization's status (for-profit, nonprofit, or private group). For ticketed screenings, licensing fees are generally calculated as either the stated licensing fee or 50% of gross ticket sales, whichever is greater. Concession packages may be available for rental events. Pricing and options are available upon request.
Presentations, Meetings & Special Events
The theater is equipped with a full-function media system capable of supporting presentations, meetings, and special events. A dedicated media box allows for direct connection of laptops and compatible streaming devices to the theater's projection and sound systems. The facility can also accommodate multiple microphones and a variety of audiovisual needs. Technology support fees are assessed separately and are typically approximately $60 per hour.
Staffing & Facility Fees
All facility rentals require on-site staffing, including a qualified theater technician and lobby facilitator. A staffing fee of $50 per hour applies to all rentals. Events taking place outside of regular Southbridge Mall operating hours are subject to an additional facility access fee of $25 per hour.
Originally opened on May 23, 1985, the theater was brought back to life and reopened on May 16, 2026 with a special celebration and free screening of of the 1984 classic Footloose — a fitting throwback to the era when the original cinema first welcomed moviegoers.
The reopening of the theater marks another exciting step forward for Downtown Mason City and the continued revitalization of Southbridge Mall as a community gathering space and entertainment destination.
