Theaters in Ocala, Florida: Movie Theatres and Live Stages
This guide covers seven Ocala theaters. Four show movies: two first-run multiplexes in southwest Ocala, an outdoor drive-in on South Pine Avenue, and the restored 1941 Marion Theatre downtown. Three are live stages: the Ocala Civic Theatre, the Reilly Arts Center and the Circle Square Cultural Center. This guide gives the address, phone, ticket details and best use of each.
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What theaters are in Ocala, Florida?
Ocala, the seat of Marion County, has four movie theaters and three main live stages in 2026. The movie theaters are Regal Hollywood - Ocala and Epic Theatres of Ocala for new releases, the Ocala Drive-In for outdoor double features, and the historic Marion Theatre downtown for classic films and comedy. The live stages are the Ocala Civic Theatre (community theatre), the Reilly Arts Center (symphony, concerts and touring acts) and the Circle Square Cultural Center (touring concerts and shows).
Ocala Movie Theaters Compared
| Theater | Where | Best for | Showtimes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regal Hollywood - Ocala | SW 27th Ave, near Paddock Mall | New releases in IMAX or ScreenX | Official site |
| Epic Theatres of Ocala | SW College Rd (SR 200) | New releases in recliners or Epic XL | Official site |
| Ocala Drive-In | S Pine Ave (US 441), south Ocala | Cheap double features, kids and dogs | Official site |
| Marion Theatre | Downtown Ocala | Classic films, comedy, a night downtown | Official site |
Ocala Live Theatres and Stages Compared
Ocala's live stages are separate organizations with separate box offices. The Civic produces its own shows, while the Reilly and Circle Square mostly host symphony and touring performers. The Marion Theatre, listed above as a movie theater, also serves as a comedy and events stage.
| Stage | Where | Best for | Events |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocala Civic Theatre | E Silver Springs Blvd (SR 40), Appleton Cultural Center | Plays and musicals by a community company, classes | Official site |
| Reilly Arts Center | NE 9th St, northeast of the downtown square | Ocala Symphony concerts, touring acts, comedy | Official site |
| Circle Square Cultural Center | SW 80th St, Circle Square Commons | Touring tribute bands, legacy artists and family shows | Official site |
| Marion Theatre | S Magnolia Ave, downtown Ocala | Comedy nights and shadowcasts, plus classic film | Official site |
Movie Theaters in Ocala, Florida
Regal Hollywood - Ocala
First-run multiplex with IMAX and ScreenX
Address
2801 SW 27th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34474
Tickets
Regal does not publish a price list; prices appear once a showtime is selected.
Showtimes
regmovies.com showtimes- •Near Paddock Mall in southwest Ocala; the only Regal in Ocala.
- •Regal lists Standard, 3D, IMAX, ScreenX and Infinity Vision formats, with stadium seating.
- •16 auditoriums, opened September 19, 1997, according to Cinema Treasures.
- •Regal Value Days: discounted Tuesday tickets for members of Regal's free loyalty program.
Epic Theatres of Ocala with Epic XL
First-run theater with recliners and Epic XL
Address
4414 SW College Road, Ocala, FL 34474
Phone
(352) 441-3120Tickets
Weekday adult tickets were $10.70 on Epic's Ocala page on October 9, 2026; Epic XL adds $3.95.
Showtimes
epictheatres.com showtimes- •Reserved seating and luxury electric recliners.
- •Epic XL large-format auditoriums with wall-to-wall screens starting at 65 feet wide.
- •12 screens, opened in February 2020, according to Cinema Treasures.
- •Concessions and alcoholic drinks (ID required); outside food and drinks are not allowed.
Ocala Drive-In
Outdoor double features, two screens
Address
4850 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
Phone
(352) 629-1325Tickets
Adults $6, children 6 to 12 $3, children 5 and under free (listed on the theater's site, October 2026).
Showtimes
ocaladrivein.info now showing- •Open seven nights a week, including holidays, and in the rain.
- •Two screens, each showing a double feature for one admission.
- •Sound comes over an FM radio station; tickets are sold only at the gate (cash, Visa or Mastercard).
- •Outside food is allowed, but every car buys a snack bar voucher ($5 with one person, $10 with two or more). Pets are welcome.
Marion Theatre
Historic downtown theater: classic films, comedy, events
Address
50 S Magnolia Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
Tickets
October 2026 film screenings were listed at $5; comedy and special events are priced separately.
- •Opened September 11, 1941 (Cinema Treasures); owned by the City of Ocala, which received the building as a donation in 1986.
- •Run since September 2020 by the Reilly Arts Center team (the Ocala Symphony Orchestra), under a lease with the city.
- •A 300-seat theater downstairs and an 80-seat theater upstairs.
- •Box office opens one hour before showtimes, Thursday to Sunday; tickets are also sold online.
For the full story, showtimes, prices and parking, see our page on the Marion Theatre, downtown Ocala's historic movie theater. The theater's October 2026 lineup was classic films (Hocus Pocus, Beetlejuice, Coco and The Exorcist), a monthly stand-up comedy night and a Rocky Horror Picture Show shadowcast. Parking: designated Marion Theatre spaces in the side lot and the Barrett Liner lot off SE 1st Avenue, the downtown garage at 504 SE Broadway St, and street parking. See also the Reilly Arts Center and our downtown Ocala guide.
Marion Theatre pageLive Theatre in Ocala, Florida
Plays, musicals, symphony concerts and touring shows are staged at three venues. The Marion Theatre, covered above, adds comedy nights and special events downtown.
Ocala Civic Theatre
Community theatre: plays and musicals, classes for all ages
Address
4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
Tickets
The Thanksgiving Play was $17 to $40 a seat on the ticket page, October 29, 2026; season memberships are sold on the site.
- •Founded March 3, 1950 as The Marion Players; the current building opened in October 1988 inside the Appleton Cultural Center.
- •The theatre calls itself one of the largest community theatres in the state; its auditorium seats 362 after a 2018 refurbishment.
- •Staged by volunteers, staff and guest designers; The Academy runs classes for learners of all ages.
- •Parking next to the building, a covered drop-off, concessions that include cocktails, wine and beer, and accessibility services such as ASL-interpreted performances and a hearing loop.
- •The 2026-27 season listed on the theatre's ticket page includes The Thanksgiving Play, A Christmas Carol, The Nutcracker and spring productions running into May 2027.
Reilly Arts Center
Symphony hall and touring-act venue
Address
500 NE 9th Street, Ocala, FL 34470
Tickets
Prices vary by event; tickets are sold on each event page, by phone and at the box office.
- •Home of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra; the Reilly says the Symphony built, expanded and operates the venue.
- •A 700-seat mainstage auditorium (the Reilly describes the venue as 705 seats) plus a black box space and teaching studios.
- •Hosts symphony performances, concerts, comedy and special events.
- •Also operates the Marion Theatre downtown, where its comedy and film nights are held.
Circle Square Cultural Center
Concert hall for touring music, tribute, comedy and family shows
Address
8395 SW 80th St, Ocala, FL 34481
Tickets
Prices vary by show; tickets are sold online and at the box office.
- •Located at Circle Square Commons in southwest Ocala; the center says it seats up to 930 guests in theatre-style seating.
- •Books touring acts: the center's calendar lists oldies and tribute concerts, family shows and holiday programs through the season, with 2027 dates following.
Tips for Saving Money on Movies
- •Tuesdays: Regal Value Days give members of Regal's free loyalty program discounted Tuesday tickets. Epic's FAQ mentions $6 Tuesday admission through Epic Rewards, though the Ocala price list doesn't show a Tuesday price, so confirm with Epic before attending.
- •Matinees: Epic's weekend shows before 4 PM cost less than evening shows.
- •Two movies for one ticket: the Ocala Drive-In's admission covers both films of the double feature on the chosen screen.
- •Premium formats cost extra: Epic XL adds $3.95 and 3D adds $3.02 at Epic Ocala; Regal shows its IMAX and ScreenX prices once a showtime is selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I see live theater in Ocala, Florida?
The Ocala Civic Theatre at 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd stages plays and musicals in a 362-seat auditorium. The Reilly Arts Center at 500 NE 9th Street hosts the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and touring acts, the Circle Square Cultural Center at 8395 SW 80th St books touring concerts and shows, and the Marion Theatre downtown hosts comedy nights.
What is the difference between the Ocala Civic Theatre and the Reilly Arts Center?
The Ocala Civic Theatre, founded in 1950, produces its own plays and musicals with volunteers, staff and guest designers. The Reilly Arts Center, home of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra, is mainly a venue for symphony concerts and touring performers. They are separate organizations in different parts of Ocala, with separate box offices: (352) 236-2274 for the Civic and (352) 351-1606 for the Reilly.
Which Ocala theater sells tickets by phone or at a box office?
The Ocala Civic Theatre box office, (352) 236-2274, is open Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 2 PM. The Reilly Arts Center box office, (352) 351-1606, is open Tuesday to Friday, 9 AM to 1 PM, and the Marion Theatre box office opens one hour before showtimes, Thursday to Sunday. The Civic and the Reilly both say tickets bought from third-party resellers cannot be verified.
Which Ocala movie theater is the cheapest?
For new releases, the Ocala Drive-In is the cheapest: $6 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 12 and free for children 5 and under, for a double feature, plus a required snack bar voucher of $5 or $10 per car. The Marion Theatre's classic film screenings were $5 in October 2026, but it mostly shows older films.
Are there movie theaters in downtown Ocala?
Yes. The Marion Theatre at 50 S Magnolia Avenue, near the downtown square, shows films and hosts comedy and special events. It is owned by the City of Ocala and run by the Reilly Arts Center. Ocala's first-run multiplexes, Regal and Epic, are in southwest Ocala.
Does Ocala have an IMAX theater?
Yes. Regal Hollywood - Ocala at 2801 SW 27th Avenue lists IMAX and ScreenX showings. Epic Theatres of Ocala has its own large format, Epic XL. Which films play in each format changes weekly.
Which Ocala movie theater has recliners?
Epic Theatres of Ocala lists luxury electric recliners and reserved seating. Regal Hollywood - Ocala's listings show stadium seating, and Regal does not list recliners there, so the seat map at checkout shows the actual seats.
Is there an AMC theater in Ocala?
No. The movie theaters open in Ocala are Regal Hollywood - Ocala, Epic Theatres of Ocala, the Ocala Drive-In and the Marion Theatre. A Google Maps search for movie theaters in Ocala on October 29, 2026 returned only those four, and Cinema Treasures lists no other open cinema in the city.
Official Information and Sources
- Regal: Regal Hollywood - Ocala
- Regal: Promotions (Regal Value Days)
- Epic Theatres of Ocala with Epic XL (address, ticket prices)
- Epic Theatres: Contact Us (Ocala phone number)
- Ocala Drive-In: Frequently Asked Questions
- Ocala Drive-In: Coming Soon (admission prices)
- Reilly Arts Center: The Marion Theatre (films and events)
- Reilly Arts Center: Hours and Location (Marion Theatre box office)
- Reilly Arts Center: Plan Your Visit (Marion Theatre parking)
- Reilly Arts Center: Our Story (Marion Theatre seating)
- Ocala Gazette (July 2021): New lease on life for Marion Theatre
- Cinema Treasures: open theaters in Ocala
- Ocala Civic Theatre: Plan Your Visit (address, parking, accessibility)
- Ocala Civic Theatre: Who We Are (history, seating)
- Ocala Civic Theatre: Contact Us (box office hours and phone)
- Ocala Civic Theatre: Tickets and Events
- Reilly Arts Center: Our Story (seating, the Ocala Symphony)
- Reilly Arts Center: events
- Circle Square Cultural Center: events and venue address
- Circle Square Cultural Center: Contact (address, phone) and About (Circle Square Commons)
- Google Maps: movie theaters in Ocala, FL
Movie-theater details were checked against each theater's website on October 9, 2026, and the Marion Theatre's listings again on October 11, 2026. The Ocala Civic Theatre, Reilly Arts Center and Circle Square Cultural Center were checked against their own websites and Google Maps listings on October 29, 2026. A Google Maps search for theaters in Ocala that day found no Insomniac Theatre. Showtimes, prices and policies change, so confirm with the venue before attending.
By Darrin DeTorres, founder and editor of Only In Ocala. AI tools helped gather the sources and draft this page; each fact was checked against those sources before publishing.
Editorial StandardsCines y teatros en Ocala, Florida
Ocala, en el Condado de Marion, tiene cuatro cines: Regal Hollywood - Ocala (2801 SW 27th Avenue), Epic Theatres of Ocala (4414 SW College Road), el Ocala Drive-In (4850 S Pine Avenue) y el histórico Marion Theatre (50 S Magnolia Avenue). Los teatros de espectáculos en vivo son el Ocala Civic Theatre (4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, teléfono (352) 236-2274), el Reilly Arts Center (500 NE 9th Street, teléfono (352) 351-1606) y el Circle Square Cultural Center (8395 SW 80th St, teléfono (352) 854-3670). El Reilly es la sede de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Ocala. Los horarios y los precios cambian, por lo que conviene confirmarlos en el sitio web de cada lugar antes de asistir.