Kiggins Theatre

A genuine local independent theater. They show great films and have completely updated the seats. The concession stand is good and upstairs is a lounge with locally brewed beer and wine.

Great art house films in a beautifully restored theater… with a bar. Wine or a beer on tap with my movie? Yes please. They also have great events. Must see rocky horror here, as they even have a performance crew on the stage!

We love the newly remodeled Kiggin’s. They have a wine bar that is right upstairs. The real buttered popcorn is to die for! The new seats are comfortable. Well done, Kiggin’s!

Kiggins Theatre in downtown Vancouver is a great venue with theatre popcorn, snacks and has a bar upstairs. My University program has done multiple collaborations with Kiggins, hosting the Creative Media and Digital Culture program projects (WSU Vancouver), some CMDC events including the Willamette a Radio workshop. Kiggins also holds regular events like comedy night and shows movies, old and new.

I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this theater. Where else can you see A Christmas Story while sitting in plush leather seats with a bucket of popcorn dripping with real butter with a pint sized glass of beer at hand — for less than $ 20? HERE! Yes, my English teacher might not approve of the run-​on sentence, but that is inconsequential!
With a history spanning from 1936 to today, there is no shortage of historic charm… retro lighting features, classic movies, an antique projector in the entry way… this is a destination for those of us that appreciate preserving the times of yesteryear while enjoying the comforts of the present.
Christmas trees with sparkly white lights adorned the stage before the movie began, and classic Christmas music played softly in the background. It set the holiday mood for our brief sojourn… we are anxious to return.

The Kiggins Theater is in the heart of Downtown Vantucky. I saw the nominees of the Academy Awards for short films. It was through a Groupon, which they frequently offer. The deal was an irresistible $ 9 for two people.
The staff were friendly and the seats were fairly comfortable. It was as if going there meant being Sean Connery in our own little movie. They played every short nominated, live action and animated for a very low price. Concessions were less pricy than usual and the theater has a nice, old-​time feel.
The Kiggins Theater is easy to recommend.

I would like to say that this movie theater is rather nice. It is in downtown Vancouver. There is parking on the other side. There is a place where you can buy popcorn. The movies are not as current as one would assume — but the opposite side is that you have a theater that does have age and comfort in spades. The seats are lovely. The commercials are a bit long. There is always a kind face behind the concession stand and if I do come back here — never mind — I will.
EDIT: There are also outdated posters for free if one wants.

I always have such a good time here. They’re the only theater in the area that plays My Little Pony. I take my daughter and we have such a blast. Popcorn is delicious and I was excited to see they were a part of the FiveStar rewards program.
Before the film showed, they thanked everyone for coming and requested the Bronies keep language PG due to the fact that there were 30 little girls in the audience, which was appreciated. We all clapped and sang along and had such a wonderful MLP experience!

Got yer hidden gem right here. Straight outta the Portland small, cool theatre handbook and nicely done. I would love to play a gig here.
We saw a lot of movies here 30-​ish years ago. Even back then, this venue was growing worn and beginning to circle the drain.
This makes me all the more appreciative of the efforts these fine folks have made to spiff it up.
Lots of rarely seen and never-​heard-​of-​it type movies get shown here.
While it does not have a surround sound system, the old-​school system they use is more than adequate.
You can tell that the people that work here really like what they’re doing.
While it’s not a living room set-​up, they have lots of nice, comfy chairs.
Admission is darned cheap. The popcorn is tasty. The prices are reasonable. Lots of room to get comfortable. During the season, you can watch The Walking Dead for FREEZIES! They do a nice little thing for the Academy Awards each year.
Youse cans haz a wine or beer, as my cats would say.
‘Couve dwellers, this is a must-​do.
Come see the place.

Great old theater with cheap tickets, movies you can’t find anywhere else, and a tiny bar on the second floor! I can’t wait to go back.

This was the theater I would go to every weekend when I was a kid to see a packed double feature for 3 bucks. I went last weekend, my first in many years, and was still impressed. The price was a bit more, but 5 dollars for a movie in that theater in Vancouver isn’t that bad at all. The Kiggins has a certain charm that over the years has not faded. The men’s bathroom is sooo much nicer than it used to be, and there is a restroom downstairs now too.

Huh, I didn’t expect a cool, historical movie theater in the middle of downtown Vancouver. The owner/​workers seem to know its patrons very well, so that’s pretty cool. The lobby is dated, but the theater is upgraded to the max. Leather seats and digital projection made it a very comfortable experience with Monty Python (remastered).
The price was very affordable ($ 5 a ticket) and the popcorn was very delicious. It’s too bad you can’t drink in the theater (only in the bar or during a private event). Also, they cut out the beginning credits to Monty Python. How can you cut out the moose!!!
At least I got some coconuts. *clunk-​clunk clunk-​clunk…*

E side of Main St. just S of W 11^th St.
John Kiggins’ influence is easily found all over the Vancouver area as one of the Vancouver’s former mayors for 4 terms (even during Prohibition mind you… what a Badass) this comes as no surprise. Kiggins loved moving pictures which thus led to the building of this most beautiful and clean theater.
This theater serves as a perfect example of Movie Theaters of days gone by from the large, bright, beautiful marquee out front, to the classic movies shown, to the seating, to the sound system, or even to the old school Ticket Booth where tickets can be purchased. This place really does take one back… but in a good way.
Here you won’t find a huge booming sound system that’s played at levels that are meant to put you in the movie instead opting for the original type system with two clear sounding speakers located in front giving one more of a feeling of watching a movie more privately almost like on a very large projection TV in a large screening room.
The soft leather reclining seats are very comfortable and all have Cupholders to store your drink if you have one… don’t have one, but want to get a little more comfortable or closer to someone special? You’re covered because the Armrests go up! Seating is well spread out allowing one to easily stretch out his or her legs.
The Snack Bar had a good variety and while prices were a little on the higher side compared to non-​movie house markets, their prices are still lower than the big guys!
Their website is well laid out and easily navigable.
Prior to the reopening of Kiggins Theater one would have to travel across the river to experience an old time theater, but thanks to KT people in the Vancouver area have this gem to come and enjoy.
When I went I was literally the only person watching the movie. I truly hope this is not indicative of the norm because this place is definitely worthy of many fans.
Peeps that would like to imbibe before taking in a flic can rejoice by partaking in either beer or wine in their bar (Washington will not permit alcohol in the main auditorium.)
There is either street parking or a dedicated lot located on the corner of Broadway & 9^th.
Prices for events or movies here are a Recession busting free to $ 5.
The staff working is very kind and inviting… if you have the time do not be afraid to chit chat.
Thank you owners of Kiggins for all your awesomeness!

Kiggins is awesome in so many ways. People really need to get down here and check it out. The new owner has sunk everything in to remodeling, updating and paying for better movies. The concessions are the best priced around and at $ 5 average per movie, it’s still a steal.
Do you have a favorite TV show? Well, chances are they have the rights to show it to you and all your friends and it’s free to get in! What? Oh no they didn’t…oh yes they did.
And then there’s the auditorium. It’s simply awesome. It’s restored with amazing leather high-​back reclining seats. You can actually stretch your legs. Seriously, you could put your arms behind your head and push your feet all the way forward on the floor and still not hit the person in front of you.
The staff are some of the best around. They really like working there (or at least are good at pretending.
I really wish that Washington would allow alcohol in the auditorium like in Oregon… this place would do at least double the business because there is a cool little bar upstairs that serves beer and wine and snacks. Here’s the kicker… the bar is literally behind the classic original lit marquee… just open the windows and there’s the historic sign in all it’s glory right there!
High ceilings everywhere, decent movies, alt movies, classics (especially 80’s), great prices, fantastic sound, best seats around, and amazing popcorn at better prices. These are hallmarks of Kiggins. And when you’re done, walk to an amazing bar or restaurant or café close by.
So why the missing 5^th star?
1. There needs to be something warning people of the steps in the rows in the auditorium… I’ve seen too many people trip over it in the dim light (including me, and recently, and old lady who almost totally bit it). Just put some yellow paint on those and you’re good.
2. They need better movies… but that requires more of you all to go and pay to be there so they can afford those crazy fees from hollywood to show first-​run movies.
3. I really want them to improve the inside of that outside box office and actually use it… that would be awesome.
Go here. You will like it. Get there early and get a drink and snack.

Just a wonderful, locally owned theater owned by people who obviously love cinema. Wish there were more like it around.

A nicely restored theater of 30’s vinatage done last year and testing around for an audience. If you have been a Vancoverite for more than a decade you owe it to yourself to check it out. The seating is spaced out and very nice seats have been installed. For good and bad a bar has been locaaed upstairs, that’s good, the bad is the noise leaks into the theater. The screen size is the same and the sound is not high tech so if your spoiled by Cinetopia, well so be it.
But to me it is about saving a historical piece of Vancouver and if your old enough to be nastalgic about the Broadway theater of old Vancouver well one can be happy about the Kiggins. As I said, their looking to find their niche in the buisness and the community so there is a lot of experimenting with art movies. independnt, childrens and older, more mature tastes. Cast you vote by buying a ticket. I wish them well.

Just went to the Kiggins for Walking Dead night on Sunday. Which is FREE by the way. The new theater looks great and the concessions are cheap by movie theater standards.
They’re doing a great job of keeping their screen full of interesting things to watch, the bar is nice and the seats are now comfortable. Anyone who remembers the old sticky-​floor Kiggins will be impressed.
I’ll be going back again this Sunday.

John P. Kiggins (1868 – 1941) is largely responsible for laying the groundwork of the Vancouver that we know today. He was Mayor for 4 terms between 1909 – 1938 (not consecutively) but his trade was as a builder. His legacy is all around present day Vancouver from the Kiggins Bowl Stadium to various office buildings. However Kiggins passion was moving pictures. His passion led him to building an ornate palace to this new entertainment media.
Now, in this new age of movie theaters with stadium seating, sound systems that can realistically put you on Omaha Beach on D-​Day, digital this and Dolby that we find ourselves craving that movie experience from our childhood. There, standing the test of time, newly rebuilt with a passion that rivals that of John P. Kiggins himself is the Kiggins Theater.
I walked in past the tiny ticket booth and I was transformed back to the old Fox Theater in Pomona, California, where I spent my childhood watching everything from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory to Disney’s The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes. The snack bar looked great, it was clean and the popcorn smelled heavenly. Tasted even better. And the prices! So inexpensive!
The theater is large with ornate light fixtures, velvety looking curtains and the seats were the only thing definitely looking 21^st Century. Thank you Kiggins owners for putting smart money in the right places. Another thing that impressed me was the sound system, very up to date and crystal clear.
I am definitely in love with this theater. Now we do not have to cross the river to get that old tyme theater experience anymore. The Kiggins is back, as grand as the day she opened with new touches in the right places. Long may she shine as the cultural beacon of downtown Vancouver.

Never went pre-​renovation, but from the sound of it here on Unilocal,and the look of it now, I was pleasantly surprised. For a second-​run theater, this is about as good as it gets.
Everything is modernized, clean and cheap. Movies are $ 4, concessions are as cheap as they get for a theater, and the seating is fantastic. Plenty of roomy seating, and the chairs are some of the most comfortable I’ve sat it in.
One minor complaint: During a quiet 5 – 10 minute stretch of the movie, I could hear two employees talking out in the concession area. Considering they have curtains, and not doors, you would think they would be more aware; thus, not talk loud enough to the point of where I can hear word for word, what they are saying, as I sit just a few rows up from the screen. However, after I could no longer stand the distraction, opting to ask if they could quiet it down, they obliged and I never heard them again. Otherwise, the staff was great.
Glad to have this place in downtown Vancouver. Hope people discover/​rediscover this great theater.

Well, I went to Anecdotal Evidence (a ‘Couve version of Live Wire), and have yet to catch a flick.
But, it was amazing to bump into the owner and talk about all her grand plans for the future of this historic theater that CANNOT disappear from downtown Vancouver. They’ve got a charming bar space on the second floor where you can sup a cider before hitting the show.
Then, grab a bag of tasty, tasty (CHEAP, by movie theater standards) popcorn and settle in for your show.
I was more than content to sit in my seat for two hours and listen to hilarious tales, and the sound was more than awesome.
It’s places like this that make me want to get out and brave dealing with the annoying public to see a show. Bonus that I’ve seen such amazing old features on queue. Thank goodness this landmark has been saved, nay, resurrected!