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The Neon in Dayton
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Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio, US
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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I always LOVE my experience here! A cozy small town theater feel in the big(ish) city. They always have great movies that you can’t find just anywhere on the big screen, and even vegan butter for the popcorn 😍 I would recommend this Dayton staple to anyone visiting or living here!
Had a good time when we went pre covid. Its time to lose the covid restrictions and stop the proof of vaccination requirement.Freedom to chose and clear understanding for natural immunity as well as the end to ruining immune systems.
There cocktails are to die for. Popcorn is good to. Clean theater and friend staff make want to drive the 50 minutes to see another film.
One of my favorite places in all of Dayton. The movies are poignant and moving. The atmosphere is nostalgic of going to the theater in my childhood. I cant express enough love for this place in words. Definitely try their cream sodas. The berries one is to die for. I love love love their Baileys lattes. And definitely dont skip on some movie popcorn. Highly recommend
My favorite movie house in the Greater Dayton area. They always have a great selection ranging from Independent Films to good ol classics.The entire theater is clean, cozy and comfortable.The concession stand features local options for Coffee and Snacks. They also offer adult beverages.The staff is professional and friendly.
This is a cool old school type theater. There are two screens; keep in mind it is a small building and as a result there isnt a lot of seating.so make sure to arrive early for popular movies.
I love the NEON! It’s a great theater with great film options. And I respect the Board for enacting the vaccine mandate, which proves they care about their patrons’ safety and comfort. Potential patrons looking at these reviews - please just know that every 1-star review dated 10/1/21 is from a disgruntled Karen who has never even stepped foot in the NEON.Stay strong, NEON! Your faithful fans will stick with you. The trolls will move on to their next inconvenience to complain about (LOUDLY) by next week.
Our favorite movie theater in Dayton. Great staff and excellent movie selections.
Affordable movie experience! Its the only place we go anymore. Everyone is masked up and they require proof of vaccine or negative PCR test upon entry. Cant wait to go back!
Local treasure, independent cinema showing both familiar and lesser known films, including classics, documentary, independents, and art films. Specials and festivals offered. Nice concession stand, 2 theaters, friendly staff, cozy setting, free parking nearby.
The Neon is my favorite local establishment in Dayton. Every single film that shows here is excellent and thoughtfully chosen by the staff. Ive been so impressed with their ability to bring quality movies to their audience even though the entire filmmaking and moviegoing industry has been brought to a halt. The popcorn and fountain sodas are the best of any theater Ive ever been to as well. If you love cinema, this is the perfect place for you!
Awesome independent movie theater. They get a lot of great limited run movies, the concessions are more varied than normal & all really good, and the staff has always been cool. Due to the movie selection, the crowd is usually great. Probably the most comfortable non reclining chairs, too.Downside is probably parking, and lack of late showtimes. But I love this theater anyways.
Intimate local movie theater screening some gems you just wont see in the big commercial Hollywood theater chains. Featuring fresh popcorn with real butter and salt, plus local brews and booze. Great date night. Now streaming online, too. Support local businesses!
Phenomenal theater with a super selection of movies, an incredible staff, and so much more. Highly recommended! :)
Great little theater. Best ticket prices in town, excellent snacks, and easy parking!!
Great place for movies!! The seats are cushioned, comfortable and clean. A lot of options are available at the concessions. A wide range of alcohol is available. Tues is discount day with a great deal on tickets. This a is a great, cozy theater. I highly recommend visiting!!!
By far the best art movie theater in the Dayton area. They show fantastic indie movies you often cant find in other theaters, plus they have great alcoholic beverages, coffee drinks, and delicious popcorn. Fun, familiar interior and nice, easygoing staff. So impressed at how they try to interact with their clientel to decide what movies to bring into town and how they support local filmmakers. Theyre everything youd want in an arthouse theater and community business.
Great local theater showing more independent-type movies and documentaries. There are 2 screens here and their concessions offer the typical popcorn, candy, and pop, plus some alcoholic drinks and coffees. All the snacks and drinks seem well-priced too, compared to larger theaters. Love coming here.
No frills, but great prices and movies that are hard to find elsewhere. A Dayton staple.
Always clean and comfortable. Not as many commercials as other theaters.
I love this place. They play the independent or lesser known movies, not just the blockbusters like the big chain theaters. They serve alcoholic drinks as well as coffee and a large selection of drinks and snacks. And its all really reasonably priced. I love supporting small local businesses and The Neon is definitely doing it right. Awesome place
Best theater in Dayton! Affordable ticket prices and concessions, fantastic events, and great location. Ive seen about a dozen movies here (typically on discount Tuesdays). The employees are stellar too.
I am totally in love with this place!!! They show truly great, thought-provoking movies. The staff is amazing, and so kind. They serve popcorn, snacks, local brews, and cocktails. This theatre has personality and charm, and I keep coming back.My only criticism would be that the movies are not available for very long. Working regular business hours, I really have to make an effort to work a movie into my schedule at the Neon. They are sometimes gone in a week and onto another set of movies.Even so, this place is a true Dayton gem! Highly recommended!
Great independent theatre right downtown. Popcorn with REAL butter! Good selection of snacks, plus espresso drinks, local beers and liquor. Great staff! They do a lot of local film festivals as well as showcase local directors films. I love this place.
Great place to see a movie! The movies showing here are independent movies, not the garbage that Hollywood sometimes gives us, and theyre hand-picked by the head manager. New seating is excellent. Plus this old-style theatre has a liquor license!!! The usual concessions are sold, but they have way more than that....many coffees, some cookies and biscotti, many alcoholic beverages, teas, various canned sodas and bottled water. A wide variety of special events are held here throughout the year. Go to their website and sign up for their newsletter to keep abreast of them.
Unique small theater that shows not only popular films but those you might not get to see in larger chain theaters. The prices are reasonable and the serve the usual popcorn but also coffee, beer wine and cocktails which you can take into the theater. Great experience!
Great movie choices and craft beer selection. Each experience will be different, and it is important to remain open minded! A good mix of indie films, highly accredited films, foreign films, and everything in-between. Also, Im so glad they are MoviePass friendly! I have been many times and will continue going! A real Dayton gem.
This is my favorite theater in the Dayton metropolitan area. They are cozy; choose great foreign and Indy movies; and theyve got a solid beer selection. They also have an awesome porch area perfect for hanging out in the summer months before your movie starts.
So much fun! Small theater, which reminds me of years ago.Fun movies. Excellent concessions.The staff could not be nicer!Oh, and very clean!
Seeing a movie at The NEON has been on my Dayton Bucket List for a while. After finally checking it off that list, I highly recommend seeing a movie at this theater! Its affordable, the workers were very friendly, the snacks and drinks are reasonable too. They also have a wide variety of craft beers to add to a unique movie experience.
The Neon has a unique variety of films...a little something for everyone! A cozy experience with an assortment of delicious refreshments! :)
Always a great time at The Neon! This is a clean, modern, well run theatre. They always have a fascinating repertoire of films...many classics and first run shows. They have a full coffee bar, great snacks and alcohol drinks as well.
One of the best Indie Film Theaters in America! (And Ive seen a few...!) You can tell a first-rate theater when you want to see ALL of the films because of their previews!! (And fabulous popcorn, outstanding beer, great coffee)! And its run and operated entirely locally. Whats not to like!!!
Adorable place with a really cool modern theme. They sell beer ($3+), popcorn ($3+ with half price refills), and coffee!! Wish I ordered some instead of popcorn because the theater was freezing! Get there early to enjoy movie trivia and maybe win a prize. Ive been once before, bout 3 years ago, and love the change. The seats in their theatres before were pretty bad, but theyve updated them to be very comfortable.
The only theatre I love going to. They always play the best movies you cant see in a regular theater. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. They also sell alcohol at the refreshment stand. The seats and restrooms are always clean. I love coming here to see movies.
One of my favorite places! So glad to have such a wonderful independent movie theater in Dayton!
Theater was small but clean and uncrowded. Good selection of food and drink and staff was very polite and friendly. Great find in downtown Dayton for a date or a quiet evening. Plenty of parking on the street and small lot across from the theater.
Famous theater here in Dayton and a great place to catch a movie. Mostly come here for artsy films. The popcorn is best in town and they have top cocktails and drinks for while you watch. New seating is as comfy as mainstream theatres.
They do an excellent job curating the movies here. A while back they had a bit of an issue with the sound system, but its fixed and a great downtown movie experience. They give $5 tickets to college students, so dont forget your ID! Nice they serve beer in an intimate movie setting; definitely a downtown gem.
Awesome Experience! One of my favorite places in Dayton! Great prices and friendly staff!
I dont know why I waited 30+ years to go to this theater and quite ashamed I havent supported earlier. The theater follows all the COVID-19 protocols, has the best staff and food. EVERYONE needs to support this gem for sure.
The Neon gets the best independent and art films. The staff is friendly and seem to care about the theater and patrons. We have always found everything immaculately clean and in good repair. The concession area has a huge selection for such a small film house and offers many unique local items. Their popcorn is the best of any large or small theater Ive ever been to.
A true gem of the Gem City. Movies are curated well and the two features change every week. Excellent special events happen, too. Plus, the cheapest concessions compared to any movie theater in town, as well as good beer selection.Its clear that a lot of thought and effort goes into the running if the Neon, and the staff are all friendly and helpful. It attracts an intelligent and respectful audience of all ages and creeds. I try to see at least a couple movies here a month, though I wish I had the time to see everything they screen.10/10, will go again. Probably tonight.
A fun place to catch indie movies in downtown Dayton! They have a full bar + coffee drinks, friendly staff, cool decor, with two cozy theaters. Lots of cool history at this place too! Tarantino and Tom Hanks have watched movies here!Tip -You can buy online tickets and did not need need to have printed in advance.
When one is asked to suggest something to do in Dayton that is unique and is loved by the locals, I always suggest a visit to The Neon. I have seen over a dozen movies since moving to the area a few years ago and I have always had a pleasant experience. Ticket prices are fair, and actually a bit lower than large theaters with comparable video and audio quality. Concessions are also reasonable, even offering hot coffee from Boston Stoker (another local favorite) or a nice cold craft beer if you are up for it. If you appreciate Independent films over todays crowded blockbuster theaters or need a nice place for a date night, The Neon is the perfect place to visit.
Granddaughter and I saw Harriet movie yesterday. No crowds or long wait to get tickets.I enjoy seeing movies at this theatre. I tried the Cinnamon Swirl Mocha drink. It was delicious. The only con was rude patrons who arrived late. I always get the rudest jerks sit in front of me. During movie, one lady was on her phone and talking during the movie. A male patron told her to put her phone away. Why pay to see a movie and be a jerk? Sadly, she didnt put her phone away. I guess no one wanted to get staff and miss portions of the movie. There are parts in the movie where I got emotional😪. The movie was fantastic. Sorry, I was so upset after movie because of the female patrons, forgot to take pictures.
Love going to the Neon,its small,cozy has friendly staff.Also can have a glass of wine or beer and sit at tables before or after movie.This is where we usually see movies.This time we saw All is True about Shakespeare s final 3 years of his life.We thoroughly enjoyed it.Really like their movies and that they are community oriented.
The best movie house in Dayton, Ohio ! The staff is personable, pricing very reasonable for tickets/concessions and the seating is so comfortable as this makes for a most enjoyable film (great selection of quality movies) watching experience. I highly recommend the current offering of the movie, The Bookshop as it is truly a lovely British gem of a film featuring Bill Nighy (also in Their Finest and Pride) and Emily Mortimer (The Party) are superb !
Very small venue. So buy your tickets before you go or they just may be sold out fir that showing. Seats are very comfortable. Ladies.... expect to wait in line at the bathroom (only 2 stalls). Nice concessions at a good price.... in addition to the normal popcorn and candy fare they also had gourmwt coffees from Boston Stoker and handmade old fasioned sodas. Nice place and very clean.
I love the fact that there is a bit of a Cafe feel at the concession stand with a really nice variety of desirable and outside the box selection of typical fare here. The movies are always representative of things that many people will enjoy but may not get a chance to see outside the mainstream. One should always be sure to check whats playing here.
Great small (2 auditoriums) classic cinema. They offer a fantastic lineup of movies, some of which you will see at your suburban cineplex...but many of which you wont. Artist films with substance, a message, or just presenting an alternative perspective of the world cant compete against the mega budget, over produced blockbusters at the 16 screen venues. The Neon offers a place for these more substantive films to be experienced. Sometimes they even have the film makers present for a Q&A session. Convenient free parking lot just across the street. The staff is friendly, and the manager, Jonathan is a great guy that is truly devoted to curating great film offerings.
We love the rotating movie selection here, including some very interesting movies you wont find anyplace else. The weekly email newsletter keeps us in the loop about movies as well as movie festivals and special events. Love the annual Jewish Film Festival. On some big weekend showings the manager plays fun, quick movie trivia games before the movie with the audience and gives away prizes. The fresh popcorn is the best!
Had some awesome memories in this little theatre. Back in my late teens, every Saturday night at midnight used to be the Rocky Horror Picture Show double feature where we acted out the movie as it played. A lot looks like its changed. Anyone else remember this?
Small theater to enjoy in downtown Dayton
I great little Indy theater in downtown Dayton, OH. They sell hot drinks and alcohol, as well as the more usual theater drinks and snacks. Very cozy, with movies you may or may not be able to see at other theaters. Lots of Sundance Festival kinds of films.
This is a 2 screen small neighborhood theater downtown that seems to offer more artistic movies to an adult audience. It has a full service bar, beverage and snacks reasonably priced. A great laid back experience.
Sign up for the news letter!Go to for indie and art films; that really good stuff.Matinee prices are hella affordable.Popcorn is fresh and you can get a beer with your movie :oThey also do a lot of cool events.
The Neon is a very nice place to go i went to see the Aretha Franklin movie last weekend Ive never been there before it was nice and clean and the staff was very nice.
I refuse to go to any other theater in the Dayton area, mainly because I refuse to sit through fifteen minutes of commercials then come the previews and finally, FINALLY the feature film. Not so at the Neon. Comfortable seats, great coffee and concessions, coupled with a friendly staff. Not to mention very reasonable ticket prices and convenient parking. Try it; youll like it!
Great atmosphere, comfortable seats, reasonable prices and oh yes! they serve alcohol. This was a very enjoyable movie-going experience. We just moved into the area and this is already one of our favorite places in the city.
1st time here since seems to be only place to see Indie films. Loved names of the 2 screening rooms. Great little concession stand with plenty of choices of beverages(including alcohol), snacks. Well maintained, clean.
Support your local indie move theatre. This theatre is usually the only one in the area even showing the films that it projects. If this theatre goes away there are films that you will never be able to see unless you move to a new area with another independent film theatre.Also theyve got great tea and food (much better than any other local theatre in the dayton area) and a lovely personal and intimate atmosphere.
Nice little place to see an independent movie. Does not have stadium seating, so its reminiscent of seeing a movie in the past. Concession stand sells alcohol as well as popcorn and sodas. If youre lucky you can win a prize before the movie starts!
Having great movies others do not show! Good atmosphere, nice staff, and you can have a glass of wine or beer! Among the usual soda, pop and candy. All at an offordable price!!
Great policy and friendly staff. I love this little theater
Good movie theater. I do wish they would get anime releases. Kept the Mr Rogers movie too long; didnt keep Whitney long enough. Cool spot, though. Glad we have it in our town.
The Neon is my favorite spot to movies. Its small and cozy and always has wonderful films that you often cant see elsewhere. Its one of my favorite spots in Dayton!
A quaint little movie theatre, reminiscent of bygone years during the times of movie theatres with one or two screens. This theatre brings you the best of a wide array of movie types from documentaries to foreign films to action/adventure to horror. Most are not main-line movies playing in the large multi-plexes. These movies are carefully studied and hand-picked by the head manager to cater to the crowd that frequents this theatre.
Nice accessible parking. Quaint little lobby. Intimate screening rooms. Super comfy seats. Very interesting unusual movies. Good snacks including a small selection of gourmet coffee.
Friendly, great choices of ale, wine, Stoker coffee, a hangout lounge, even free booksall at exceptionally fair prices! And a parking lot!!Its a treasure in downtown Dayton.
The neon is truly one of my favorite places in all of Dayton. An eclectic variety of films - yummy popcorn - and a general good vibe. If you havent been - you must go. If you have been - you will go again and again.
There are the big cineplexes with Imax and monstrous sound systems that rattle you to make sure you enjoy the experience and make sure you get your moneys worth. Then there is The Neon. Theirs is a venue for story-telling. Intimate. Personal. Impressionistic. From the buoyant newsletters to the single cashier to the fun refreshments offered (ok, yeah, it gets a little cramped at the concession stand/restroom pathway), you just know before you even enter one of the two theaters, that youre about to have a different experience with a film. I think the first movie I saw was Amalie in 2001 with my kids... half their lives ago... and we still talk and laugh about that night. There have been so many films since then and each one is as though I was immersed in the story exactly the way the writer and directors intended. Absolutely one of Daytons finest gems.
This Neon is the best theater in the Miami Valley. They have very reasonable prices, great snack and drink selections, and show wonderful movies with compelling stories. Always a great date night spot.
The Neons adventurous films, pricing, and friendly staff combined with its offering of local favorite Boston Stoker Coffee, alcohol, and a zen-like atmosphere make it the perfect date night whether youre sixteen or sixty-one.Plus, it sits adjacent to Daytons premiere Jazz:Blues Club Gillys and is a two-minute walk from the Oregon entertainment District.Your evening has just been planned!
Sophisticated films in an artful setting chosen for you by a studied gentleman with impeccable taste. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the diverse selection of foreign language Oscar contenders, great art films, or the genre festivals scattered throughout the year. If you want to watch mainstream films while munching overpriced snacks meant to hasten metabolic syndrome, go to the multiplex; if you want something better go to the Neon.
The Neon is a great place that takes you away from what may seem like the busy life. Its one of those small gems that you find from time to time in the city of Dayton. The movies are great and often are ones that you can not see in the major theaters. In addition to the small independent theater feel, the Neon features small eateries including a handful selection of good beer.
I love this independent film theatre - So thankful we have it. Facility is clean, comfortable, the variety of refreshments they offer is decent and the staff are quite friendly.
Clean intimate theater that offers an opportunity to see films that are not your typical big budget blockbuster. Foreign films of quality and very reasonably priced. Love it ... and will not hesitate to return.
Saw Isle of Dogs here. Before the movie, an employee led a fun interactive trivia game, complete with some nice swag for prizes. Afterwards, they had some information, a dog, and staff from a dog shelter. I really like what they are doing here. They always have cool movies, and the staff is really great.
We are fortunate to have this theatre downtown. I have seen many amazing films that never make it to the mall cinemas. Plus it is a much more enjoyable experience all around coming here.
Ever since i made Dayton my home, The Neon has been my choice to wind down...or simply recollect my thoughts. Location is convenient, service always with a smile and after picking a glass of pretty good red wine, I can sit comfortably & transport myself to wherever the show takes me!
Love this place! Friendly staff and great movies!
Every town needs an art house theater and The Neon is Daytons--Its really good! Our presentation featured and intro and quiz by the manager prior to the show (instead of a boring slideshow on the screen) with actual prizes. The films shown are appropriate to the venue and the presentation itself was great.
Very cozy theater best concession stand in the city I love that old fashioned soda that are handmade. They have both first-run movies., And great film festival movies also
You have to show this movie theater your medical records, they don’t deserve to be in business.A movie theater medical records lol
Small theater on the cutting-edge. Enjoy it thoroughly, have never left the theater disappointed in any of their pics. Keep up the good work 👌
Such an awesome place to see some great indie movies! Staff is the friendliest in the game, the facilities are nice and slick, and the theaters themselves are super nice and comfy!
Great atmosphere with amazing staff and service. Great place to catch unique films. Traditional style theater seating with ok snack options.
The best little movie theater ever! Fantastic independent films, popcorn with real butter, nice selection of adult beverages, nice staff. Everyone should experience The Neon movies at some point.
Great movie house. The sea5s have been recently updated, and are very comfortable. I love being able to grab a cup of coffee from Boston Stoker before enjoying the movie.
I love the Neon, its possibly my favorite theater in the area. If you like artsy fartsy movies, then this is where you go. You avoid the mouth breathers here that you get at the big theaters. You wont leave this theater with the guilt of threatening a group of teenagers with their very lives because theyre trying to impress the girls that are with them by talking over the movie and kicking your chair. Its a guilt that doesnt last, but its guilt all the same. I dont know, maybe they dont have a great home life, or possibly theyve recently discovered death for the first time by the passing of a loved one. Its unclear what happens in a teenage mind, and its been so long since I was one. NEVERTHELESS, if you enjoy artsy fartsy movies like the weirdly pro bestiality movie THE SHAPE OF WATER.... which was a strange thing to spend my money on in hindsight, or brilliant movies like the IMITATION GAME then this is the place to go.......and they wont be showing TANSFORMERS 9 (The Revenge of Heathcliff the cat), I already asked.
Nice atmosphere. Small and quaint. Concession stand has a variety of very reasonably prices goodies. Will definitely visit again! Oh...its clean too!
What an amazing little gem we have right outside of the Oregon District. Always playing amazing films, awesome beer selection and a wonderful staff. If you’ve never been it’s the time.
What an amazing little gem we have right outside of the Oregon District. Always playing amazing films, awesome beer selection and a wonderful staff. If you’ve never been it’s the time.
The Neon is an amazing theater. They offer parking across the street at the old Greyhound station. There are snacks inside and coffee and beer (probably other things to drink too). I saw Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri last night and it is my favorite movie so far this year. (Havent seen Star Wars movie that just came out) It is a drama with dark comedy thrown in there. Everyone should see Three Billboards! Frances McDormand is an amazing actress, I have always loved her.Trigger warnings thus follow.Examples of violence on the extreme end:Racismsuicidehate crime against a gay guyrape (as a topic-no actual scenes)domestic violenceP.s. I hope there is a sequel to this movie.
A great place for a casual date. The theater is small but comfortable. Theres a good selection of drinks (beer/coffee) and snacks.
A very special place with a long history. Its just like The Little Engine that Could. It has two tiny tiny little theatres with plush leather seats and movies, oh the movies, roll in like waves one after the other. Everyone unique and wonderful.
Our favorite movie theatre! They show a great collection of independent films. A refreshing alternative to the banal fare offerings in the mainstream theatres.
Awesome awesome awesome indie theatre. Great rotating selection of movies, awesome bevarge selection and wonderful customer service. And when your done with the movie you can go grab drinks or dinner in the Oregon District.
This is m my favorite theater because they always have excellent movies.
Casual matinee parking skimpy, reasonable price small venue, very homey and comfortable seating. Advise buying tickets in advance off their website.
Good place to see less known films. Friendly staff and manager is passionate about film. Splurge and get one of the handmade sodas. The orange one is really really really good.
Great theater experience from the moment you walk in. I appreciate the curated titles, delicious popcorn, and handcrafted italian sodas. The film festival held here in October is a wonderful experience.
Quaint movie theater. Great customer service! Intimate theater. Definitely will come back to view more movies.
First time going back to the movies since March! Felt very safe and appreciated the way the Neon staff are managing this new normal!
Probably one of the most intimate and well maintained independent theaters in the Miami Valley. Hip and trendy snacks, and movies that are unique, thought provoking, and heart touching.
This is my FAVORITE place to go for a movie. If the film is playing at the big theater and at the Neon, Ill pick the Neon every time. They always bring in the best small and foreign films, and the snacks are great and fairly priced.
Great place to see little movies you cant see anywhere else in the Dayton area. I some how always manage to find the one squeeky seat in the place and end up trying to sit perfectly still through the whole movie.
Nice Ole comfortable movies theater
Excellent venue for seeing a movie. See a lot of Unusual high class domestic and foreign movies that have won awards.We’ve never had annoying talkers at this place
Enjoyed this unique movie theater. And the popcorn was very tasty too!
The best place to see independent and slightly off-kilter movies you wont see in the chain theaters around town. Added bonus of the most reasonably priced concessions anywhere.
Had dinner in the Oregon district and then here for a movie on our date night. Smaller theater, but nice and made you feel like a local.
Great little theater to go see movies that dont come to the bigger theaters. Prices are very reasonable and the place just has a good vibe.
Really cool place and neat atmosphere
I love the atmosphere and the quality of films. They have a great selection at the concession. Great location!
Great selection of independent and art movies. Awesome staff too!
The Neon movie theater is the best theater in Dayton. If you like independent and interesting films, this is the place to go. I highly recommend the Neon.
The Neon Theatre is a small but active theater located centrally in Dayton with a steam of constantly updated relevant indie movies and a killer coffee bar.
I found this theater to be neat and clean. Price is competitive, and I was comfortable in the seating. Volume was good, and the temperature in the theater was ok.
Great venue to see some of the smaller wonderful movies. Comfortable seats, affordable snacks, friendly staff.
Great choice of movies showing. Important community resource and I was surprised at the variety and quality of food and drink they offered
Decent theater. Very small but cool . Reasonable prices . Staff was very friendly and welcoming .
Ive seen two movies here. Jeff, Who Lives at Home, and Boyhood. Both, really great movies. And I only saw them because of this theater. Thanks for playing the Independents!
Favorite theater for non-mainstream films--the rest we just wait to come out for rental at home. Smaller theater, great staff, great prices, great offerings.
Small place, very cozy and the staff is so friendly. Grab a beer or cocktails for your movie, delightful!
They keep this place in great shape! Nice staff here and theyve done a nice job with everything during this crazy covid time!
This is the place to go for those movies you may not see anywhere else. Cozy theater seating (not the recliners youll get at the big chains).
Im never disappointed with the interesting selection of movies here.
Fun selection of movies. Good drinks at the bar, fresh popcorn. Support your local movie theater!
This is a really nice little arthouse movie theater. Very comfortable, and great selection of drinks.
Glad to have a homey place to see indie, foreign, etc. films. The environment is welcoming. Its a place you can enjoy going to.
A great theater to watch the latest indie films and award show contenders. Its small but charming, and the popcorn is great.
Always a great experience!
Fun. Will go back. Allergy tells me it was dusty in the theater. Otherwise the seats were comfy and room temp about right.
Best popcorn in town. And $5 Tuesdays, with a micro-brew and popcorn is the best midweek break you can get for under $15.
Went to the Neon the other day to see a special screening of American Factory. From one independent theater to another, you guys are top notch.
A really cool small movie theater that serves beer and Boston Stoker coffee. It was clean, cheap, and has free parking across the street.
Love this theater. Movie selections are wonderful. Atmosphere is outstanding.
They always have the best films. Usually its the only place in Dayton to see them on screen.
Lovely little theater. Best place in dayton to catch indie films. Counter service is excellent.
Always support indie theaters! This is a wonferful and clean place, great environment, nice prices and great staff
A very cool, fun movie theater. Friendly, helpful staff. Always a great time!
Always an exceptional movie going experience. Best variety of films in town. Will always be remembered for Cinerama.
Love this art house theater! Great selection of movies that most large theaters would not show.
Small, no frills theater with a great alcohol and coffee bar. Movie selections are always interesting.
Cheap, intimate theater and one of the only places in town for independent films. Good drink selection
I love movies at the Neon. It is a perfect place to see a movie and support our local economy at the same time.
The staff were friendly and helpful. The theatres were in good condition with comfy faux leather seats.
My favorite place to see movies.. its a small non profit with unique film selection
My favorite movie theater in Dayton. Movies you cant see anywhere else and a great beer selection.
Nice little independent theatre, comfortable seats, beer, wine, snacks....nice employees too
Always a great time, cozy theaters, comfy seats, adult beverages, very good popcorn.
The best theater in Dayton. Great selection of arthouse films and documentaries.
The neon plays movies you generally dont see any where else. The only down sides is the big screen isnt as big as other theaters, and the seat leave a bunch to be desired for.
Nice place to see a movie. The popcorn was fresh and not too pricey.
Awesome vintage movie theater that in my opinion is an essential option in a city.
I now live an hour away & its still one of my favorite places to see a film. My husband & I go whenever we can.
Awesome little theater, great selection of snacks and beer / wine.
Best movies, best popcorn and coffee! If it plays at the Neon, I choose the Neon! Always.
Great place for unique films and thet have liquor and Boston Stoker coffee
Small theater, Calm environment and Cheap price for drinks,popcorn and tickets. Address is 430 E 5th street
The most interesting selection of films in town. Sign up for their newsletter to get weekly info on times and upcoming special events.
Great local movie theater with the best Italian cream sodas too!
Small independently owned movie theater! Their movie selection is small but good! Check them out!
Best movie theater in Dayton. Great movies found only here.
Great beer selection and unique films you wont find anywhere else.
First time going, it was nice.
Great place to see movies that are quality films. The coffee is great too.
Absolutely the best theater in town, make sure you come early however
Watched a screening of The Hate U Give. Clean comfortable theater, good popcorn & mixed drink.
Great place to see an indie movie! Good prices and always a great experience.
Great independent movie theatre with knowledge staff and delicious food/drink options.
Great place! Great movies! This is the center of cool in Dayton.
Still my favorite movie theater in the world. I wish they had never changed to two screens though. Bring back Cinerama!
Fantastic theater with great movies. Charming helpful staff. A true gem.
Great movies, comfy seats, yummy snacks, friendly staff. My favorite.
Cute, comfortable and excellent selection of movies for those who are tired of blockbusters.
Great little cinema. Fun every week almost. My beer & my popcorn.
Best local theatre. Great movies shown by people who love movies.
Beautiful iteration of a true community-cherished movie theater. An absolute Dayton gem.
Clean, not crowded, felt OK, manager doing every thing he can.
The Neon is one of my favorite places. Great movies and fantastic snacks.
A really cool intimate theater that features movies you wont find elsewhere.
Love The Neon. Interesting films not available elsewhere. Friendly staff. Comfortable and charming.
The Neon shows great movies, has awesome popcorn, and its clean!
Great movies in a comfortable setting with friendly staff...
All the nostalgia of an old school theater experience, but with a concession stand to put every other movie theatre in Dayton to shame.
Great local place. Can always catch a good flick come Sun,Flood or Drought.
Total reviews rating 4.8
199 Reviews for The Neon 2023:
Review №1
2022-07-11Great small local theater! We went to see a special showing of Curious George for Kids!
Review №2
2020-03-11The was my first time at the Neon and I had an absolute blast. One of the things I love the most is the ability to buy drinks and snacks at a fraction of the price of a regular movie theatre.I bought two beers, and two boxes of candy and it only cost me $12.50. The staff was extremely friendly and so clean. The chairs were so comfy as well.
Review №3
2022-06-19Always a unique list of films to choose from. Very clean and great selection of drinks.
Review №4
2021-10-02Love having a movie theater downtown. Always a great selection of movies and the popcorn is always fresh. The concession stand has a nice array of drinks(alcoholic & non-alcoholic) as well as candy. The movies tend to be very unique offerings not screened everywhere. The proximity to the Oregon District makes it a great date night option.
Review №5
2022-04-10Love the place. The staff is great. Very friendly and helpful. The movies are very moving. Enjoyed every movie I have seen there.
Review №6
2021-12-12Always a unique experience in the best way possible. Not that its the point, but the concession stand offers pretty neat options for super reasonable prices, too.
Review №7
2018-11-06Cozy, intimate theaters with a consistently amazing, always rotating array of shows. Conscessions are extremely reasonable and the drink selection puts some actual bars to shame.Cant remember the last time I went to one of those chain cinemas because of the Neon and that is perfectly fine. I have a much better experience at a much lower cost, all while supporting local! Cant beat it.
Review №8
2017-10-18Funky little place. Two screens. Mostly art house movies. Interesting building shape. Has a variety of house made sodas and cocktails
Review №9
2022-03-15Was very surprised when we went to the theatre tonight and was denied access to see a movie. We had masks and I had my vaccination card as I carry it in my purse, but my husband did not have his on him. Their restrictions are stricter than any place I’ve seen since covid started honestly
Review №10
2022-01-11The new projector looks perfect and sounds terrific. Theater is clean and comfortable. Seats are a little narrow, but Im wider than I ever was.