The Palace Theatre — Attraction in Silverton

It's great to have an updated theater back in town. We've seen two movies there since it reopened and have been happy overall with the experience.

However...

The last time we attended the theater, we were accosted by the Silverton Mural Society looking to drum up more members. I understand that the theater itself is a sponsor, and we have zero qualms with the society because it helps keep our town unique and beautiful. I'm just tired of being cornered by them every time I go anywhere in town. I know where their office is. I know where to get pamphlets. If I ever want to join, I will have no problem in connecting with them. I do not want to be stopped from going in (almost LATE) to a movie to hear a sales pitch that I've heard a million times already.

I'm afraid that this will probably drive away my business. I'll go to Stayton or Salem if this becomes a regular occurrence. I would so much rather keep my business local, but if the Palace Theater is going to prioritize proselytizing like this, I'll take my...

Just moved back from Alaska and this was one of the first of my local fave gems I had to show my boys(12 & 15),they weren't sure at first but had a blast picking out their drinks(2 large),HUGE tub of popcorn with real butter + the candy of their choice for $15 from the helpful and friendly staff.Wasn't crowded at all on the thurs 6pm showing of Addams Family 2,maybe 3-4 other families.Random stuff I noticed- They've put up decorations both in the lobby and right outside to take fun pics during your visit,old fashioned popcorn machine,surround sound startled then made my son laugh,good quality audio 😆,clean both inside the theatre and the public area/sidewalk outside,surrounded by everything from a cafe/restaurants/bars to boutique shopping to cool historical homes and sites.❤ downtown Silverton.Note that most downtown public parking is metered unless the establishment has...

Checked the theater website - advertised show times were at 4 and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Fed a bunch of quarters into the meter only to find a hand written sign on the ticket booth saying they are closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Did it say that on their website??? NO!!!

So I fed a bunch more quarters into the meter and showed up for the 4 p.m. movie on Thursday (along with a whole herd of families with kids). We waited until 4 p.m., and NO ONE ARRIVED TO OPEN THE THEATER!!!

Did their website mention that they had better things to do than open as their website advertised??? NO!!!

You sure made a hit with those little kids who stood around in the 95 degree heat for 20 minutes waiting for you to open.

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