Paramount Theatre, part of Austin Area Arts

Paramount Theatre, part of Austin Area Arts The Paramount Theatre: Entertaining arts audiences in Austin, MN since 1929.

One of only four atmospheric theaters remaining in Minnesota, the Historic Paramount Theatre was built in 1929 and served as a "first run" movie house until 1975, then as a disco bar, teen club, and comedy club from '75 to '87. When it was purchased by the AACA in 1992, it required a staunch fundraising effort and work by innumerable tireless volunteers to complete the exhaustive renovation proces

s. The Paramount Theatre reopened its doors shortly after the turn of the millennium sporting a replica of the original 1929 marquee, a new stone spire (the original had been damaged by a lighting strike on Halloween night in 1945), and a revitalized pseudo-Baroque exterior facade. The interior has also been restored to its former splendor thanks to the work of John Durfey, who led the years-long effort to recover the theater’s colorful Spanish motif. With its arched blue ceiling, stars, and moving clouds, the Paramount calls to mind a small Spanish garden on a clear night. Having recently installed a state-of-the-art sound system, the AACA continues to present a full season of performing arts and make the theatre available to the community and artists for private rental.

🎟️ Student tickets available! Grab yours and bring a friend.Catch Nur-D live at the Paramount and start the season with ...
09/08/2026

🎟️ Student tickets available! Grab yours and bring a friend.

Catch Nur-D live at the Paramount and start the season with great energy, great company, and a show you won’t want to miss!!!

09/05/2026
09/03/2026

🚨 HEY NAPOLEON DYNAMITE FANS! 🚨

You don’t just get to watch Napoleon Dynamite… you get to meet the cast!

Jon Heder (Napoleon), Jon Gries (Uncle Rico) and Efren Ramirez (Pedro) are coming to the Historic Paramount Theatre for Napoleon Dynamite Live! on September 26!

The night starts with a full screening of the movie, followed by a wild, hilarious, interactive experience featuring Q&A, comedy improv, games, audience participation and plenty of unforgettable moments.

Saturday, September 26 | 7:00pm | Historic Paramount Theatre

And a heads up: we’re already nearly HALF SOLD OUT! Don’t be that guy who waits until there’s no tickets left.

Sponsored by Aurora Web Solutions ✨

Nur-D is bringing the energy to the Historic Paramount Theatre!Minnesota hip-hop, funk, pop and a little ’80s glam-rock ...
09/01/2026

Nur-D is bringing the energy to the Historic Paramount Theatre!

Minnesota hip-hop, funk, pop and a little ’80s glam-rock flair all come together for a night that’s going to be anything but quiet.

Saturday, September 12 | Historic Paramount Theatre | Austin, MN

Get your tickets and come see what all the hype is about!

http://austinareaarts.vbotickets.com/event/nur-d/195811

This event is sponsored by Austin MN Pride & Converse Candids Photography LLC

Paramount Theatre Live EventsPresenting live shows on the Paramount stage since 1929. Thank you to you exclusive media sponsors: Important note: We are transitioning to a new ticketing system that integrates with our website. When purchasing tickets, please make sure you click on the shopping cart b...

Napoleon, Pedro, Uncle Rico… need we say more? 😂Napoleon Dynamite Live! is coming to the Historic Paramount Theatre! See...
08/29/2026

Napoleon, Pedro, Uncle Rico… need we say more? 😂

Napoleon Dynamite Live! is coming to the Historic Paramount Theatre! See the movie on the big screen, then stick around for a hilarious, interactive experience with Jon Heder, Jon Gries and Efren Ramirez.

It’s part movie, part Q&A, part comedy, and a whole lot of fun. Get your tickets and come relive one of the most quotable movies ever!

Napoleon Dynamite Live! | September 26 | Historic Paramount Theatre | Austin, MN

Sponsored by Aurora Web Solutions.

Get your tickets today: http://austinareaarts.vbotickets.com/event/napoleon_dynamite_live/195846

Life finds a way… and Jurassic Park is coming to the Paramount! Catch this classic on the big screen TODAY!Showtimes: 3 ...
08/27/2026

Life finds a way… and Jurassic Park is coming to the Paramount!

Catch this classic on the big screen TODAY!

Showtimes: 3 PM & 7 PM
Tickets: $7 Adults | $5 Students

Grab your popcorn and join us for a prehistoric adventure!

08/26/2026

POV: You just realized you could be spending September 12 at the Paramount with NUR-D.

We’ve got the photos. We’ve got the soundtrack. Now we just need you in the crowd.

Nur-D | September 12 | Historic Paramount Theatre | Austin, MN

Grab your tickets and come see this Minnesota powerhouse live!

08/25/2026

Welcome to Jurassic Park 🦖

We may have taken that a little too literally at the Paramount…

Jurassic Park hits the big screen this Thursday, August 27 at 3pm & 7pm!

🎟️ Adults: $7
🎟️ Students: $5

We’ll see you at the Paramount. Just keep an eye out for dinosaurs.

Tomorrow, we’re going full speed! Join us at the Historic Paramount Theatre for Sonic the Hedgehog 3!Showtimes: 3 PM & 7...
08/20/2026

Tomorrow, we’re going full speed!

Join us at the Historic Paramount Theatre for Sonic the Hedgehog 3!
Showtimes: 3 PM & 7 PM

Gotta go fast… to the Paramount!

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125 4th Avenue NE
Austin, MN
55912

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