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Historic Cinema & Performing Arts $$ Downtown in Lexington

The Kentucky Theatre

4.9 from 1,850 Google reviews · as of October 2, 2026

The Kentucky Theatre is listed under Historic Cinema & Performing Arts in Downtown in Lexington, Kentucky, at 214 E Main St. It has a 4.9-star Google rating from 1,850 reviews as of October 2, 2026. Price range: $$.

About The Kentucky Theatre

Lexington's crown jewel cinema since 1922, featuring Spanish Renaissance architecture, glowing neon marquee, independent films, and classic cinema series.

The historic Kentucky Theatre on Main Street provides moviegoers with an opulent 1920s cinema palace experience, complete with stained glass fixtures, indie screenings, and live stage concerts.

  • 1922 Historic Movie Palace
  • Mighty Wurlitzer Organ
  • Independent Films
  • Concerts & Comedy

Local tip

Arrive early for holiday classic screenings to hear the restored Mighty Wurlitzer theater organ performance.

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