Capitol Cinema

Auckland
All year round

Built in 1922, Balmoral’s heritage-listed Capitol is Auckland’s second oldest cinema. Renovated most recently in 2009, the cosy 130-seat cinema is plush with large comfortable seating and original decor.

Special events such as Friday Night Frights, Met Opera screenings, partnerships with Cazador Restaurant, and also  Pitchblack Playback, a unique audio experience where you can hear upcoming and classic album releases loud, in full, in the dark, on a great sound system — with no distractions.

Cost?

$15 adult admission with concessions available. Special events have their own pricing

For more info visit:

Capitol Cinema

Address

610 Dominion Rd
Balmoral
Auckland 1041

Contact

09 623 2000

cinema@thecapitol.co.nz

ACCESSIBILITY

General

Currently it is not possible to install wheelchair access in to our cinema. We sincerely apologise for this inconvenience.

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