Our Guide to Paramount’s 52nd Annual Summer Classic Film Series
Austin, this one is for the film lovers, the nostalgia chasers, and anybody who enjoys a good night at the movies.
We’re excited to partner with the iconic Paramount Theatre to spotlight their Summer Classic Film Series, a tradition that’s been bringing the city together since 1975.
This year, the series runs May 22-August 30, featuring 90+ films across genres, eras, and vibes. From cult classics to family favorites, this is your chance to experience these films the way they’re meant to be seen—on the big screen, surrounded by community.
And this summer hits a little different. With the Paramount undergoing its first major restoration in over 50 years, screenings will also take place at the State Theatre and the Bullock Museum IMAX Theatre.
🎬 Why You Should Tap In
This isn’t just about watching movies, it’s about the experience.
Think:
Pre-film music and themed activations
Photo ops and community moments
Packed rooms full of people who really love film
It’s giving date night. It’s giving family outing. It’s giving “we outside, but make it intentional.”
✨ WYAT?! Picks
We had to highlight a few that hit for the culture and yes, we’ll be in the building for some of these:
July 19th: Purple Rain
Prince. Music. Legacy. Enough said.
July 26th: Space Jam
The 30th anniversary screening. Jerseys encouraged.
Michael Jordan + Looney Tunes = elite nostalgia.
👉🏾 We’ll be hosting this one in person. Pull up!
July 30th: Juice
90s hip-hop culture in film form. A classic.
August 8th: Bring It On
Cheer, drama, and a little nostalgia with a pre-show performance twist.
August 20th: Boyz n the Hood
A powerful coming-of-age story that still hits today.
A film that shaped culture, conversation, and perspective.
👉🏾 We’ll also be hosting this screening. Don’t miss it.
🍿 How to Do It Right
Here’s how to tap in like a local:
Pick a few films and make a night out of it
Pull up early for the activations
Bring your people (or come solo and find some new ones)
Mix it into your summer plans, it’s a nice switch from the usual
Tickets are available individually, but if you’re trying to go multiple times, there are bundle options and perks for regulars too.
ℹ️ The Details
Admission
Regular Admission: $15 (online or at the box office, includes a $3 preservation fee)
Family Series Child: (12 & under) $9
Double Feature: When you see the double feature label, one ticket gets you into both films!
Film Fan Club Member Admission: $11
Parking Info
Convenient $6 parking for Paramount and State films is available at 600 Congress when attending classic films, thanks to our friends at Peak Parking. You may purchase a parking voucher at the theatre.
Free onsite parking available at the Bullock Museum Garage for IMAX screenings.
FLIX-TIX
A pack of 10 tickets, good for the whole summer.
Regular Price: $90
Film Fan Members: $75
🌆 A Summer Tradition Worth Tapping Into
Austin changes fast, but some things stay rooted and this series is one of them. For decades, the Summer Classic Film Series has been a space where the city comes together to experience storytelling, nostalgia, and culture on a big screen.
Now it’s your turn to be part of it.
