Castle Theatre

Castle Theatre Castle Theatre provides quality entertainment in a clean environment at an affordable price for the entire family. And our popcorn is delicious!
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The Castle Theatre opened in 1935, and is the only theater in Delaware County. In 2009 a group of concerned citizens received word that their local movie theater was soon closing. After many meetings, research was done in other community run theaters, a Board was formed, the non-profit status was established, theater assets were purchased, teams of volunteers were organized, movie contracts were s

igned, operating plans were developed, two part-time managers were hired to run the day-to-day operations, a website was created and the funds were raised to cover the initial start up costs. Since taking over ownership from Fridley Theatres of Des Moines in early September 2009, Friends of Castle Theatre members and other individuals have spent hundreds of hours working on the Castle Theatre. The project included a much needed and thorough cleaning of the lobby, concession area and auditorium. Necessary repairs and improvements continue to be made throughout the building. The lobby and concession area received a new facelift featuring new paint and wallpaper. During this time, the theatre’s projection equipment was also refurbished, repaired and upgraded. An ongoing restoration of the familiar downtown Manchester icon – the Castle Theatre’s marquee – included the replacement of the neon sign, a new roof and a fresh paint job. The outdoor poster boxes were also repaired. The theatre reopened October 23, 2009 with a fresh new look and a first-run movie showing every night at 7 p.m. Volunteers continue to staff the theater’s ticket booth, concessions and projector. Having a viable movie theater is important to the overall health of Manchester and Delaware County in giving it’s citizens a choice of entertainment for all ages.

06/19/2026

We have sold around 100 tickets for tonight!!! To help facilitate a smooth concessions experience, I will open the doors at 6!!!

Tonight is your last opportunity to experience Masters of the Universe. Doors open at 6:30, with a 7:00 start time. Then...
06/18/2026

Tonight is your last opportunity to experience Masters of the Universe. Doors open at 6:30, with a 7:00 start time. Then, we are thrilled to announce that Toy Story 5 is ready to premiere on Friday night. Tickets are available for purchase on our website at castletheatermanchester.org.

What to do on a rainy Wed morning?!? Come out for a free showing of Smurfs and a free popcorn sponsored by Delaware Cou...
06/17/2026

What to do on a rainy Wed morning?!? Come out for a free showing of Smurfs and a free popcorn sponsored by Delaware County ARC!!! Doors open at 930 and 10 showtime!!

As we move into busy summer movies.. I need your help in concessions!!! It takes about an hour (1:15-2 for matinee or 6:...
06/15/2026

As we move into busy summer movies.. I need your help in concessions!!! It takes about an hour (1:15-2 for matinee or 6:15-7 for night show)! I except large crowds over the next few movies and could really use people for weekends or Thursday nights! If you are interested please send a message or text 319-491-4217

Tonight!!
06/14/2026

Tonight!!

Reminder - FREE movie. Sunday, June 14. The Castle Theatre in downtown Manchester. The movie "Reagan".
Doors open @ 5; Movie stars at 6.
Sponsored by the Delaware County Republican Central Committee.
Concessions sold by Friends of Castle Theatre.
The movie is open to everyone.

Week two kicks off tonight of Masters of the Universe!! Showtimes this weekend:Fri at 7Sat at 2 and 7Sun at 2
06/12/2026

Week two kicks off tonight of Masters of the Universe!! Showtimes this weekend:

Fri at 7
Sat at 2 and 7
Sun at 2

Free Summer Movies kick off today!!! Doors open at 9:30 and movie starts at 10!! Remember courtesy of Delaware County AR...
06/10/2026

Free Summer Movies kick off today!!! Doors open at 9:30 and movie starts at 10!! Remember courtesy of Delaware County ARC… everyone gets a FREE small popcorn to enjoy during the show!!

Gets your tickets online now for Masters of the Universe and Toy Story 5!!
06/06/2026

Gets your tickets online now for Masters of the Universe and Toy Story 5!!

Historic Movie Theatre since 1935

Address

112 E Main Street
Manchester, IA
52057

Opening Hours

Wednesday 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 6:30pm - 9pm
Friday 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 1:30pm - 9:30pm
Sunday 1pm - 7pm

Telephone

+15639275726

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