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LAST VERIFIED 2026-11-07Free Holiday Movies for Oneida County K–6 Students at the Stanley and Rome Capitol, Dec. 14–16
MON 12/14 · 10:00 AM EACH DAY (DOORS 9:30 AM) · The Stanley Theatre, Utica (Dec. 14–15); Rome Capitol Theatre, Rome (Dec. 16) · Free; registration required
Date & Time2026-12-1410:00 AM each day (doors 9:30 AM)
Venue & LocationThe Stanley Theatre, Utica (Dec. 14–15); Rome Capitol Theatre, Rome (Dec. 16)259 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501
Why Go
A holiday classic on a big historic-theater screen, free for Oneida County kids in grades K–6 and homeschoolers, with a snack and a souvenir.
Oneida County kids in grades K–6, including homeschoolers, can see a holiday movie free at 10 a.m. on Dec. 14, 15 or 16, 2026: two shows at the Stanley Theatre, 259 Genesee St. in Utica, and one at the Rome Capitol Theatre, 220 W. Dominick St. in Rome. Seats must be reserved through Broadway Utica's registration page, WKTV reported.
| Date | Movie | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Mon., Dec. 14 | Home Alone | The Stanley Theatre, Utica |
| Tue., Dec. 15 | How the Grinch Stole Christmas | The Stanley Theatre, Utica |
| Wed., Dec. 16 | The Santa Clause | Rome Capitol Theatre, Rome |
Good to know:
- Doors open at 9:30 a.m., and each child gets a water, a snack and a holiday souvenir.
- Registration is open to eligible Oneida County schools and homeschool families. WKTV reported a sign-up deadline of Dec. 4, or sooner if the seats fill.
- This is the third year the Broadway Theatre League of Utica and County Executive Anthony Picente's office have run it.
- Questions go to the Broadway Theatre League office: (315) 624-9444 or [email protected].
More in December: the Adirondack Christmas Train leaves Utica Union Station Thanksgiving weekend.
Venue Location Map
The Stanley Theatre, Utica (Dec. 14–15); Rome Capitol Theatre, Rome (Dec. 16) · 259 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501
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