Alma Theatre
1022 2nd Avenue,
Wainwright,
AB
T9W 1K7
1022 2nd Avenue,
Wainwright,
AB
T9W 1K7
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Previously operated by: Landmark Cinemas of Canada, May Theatres
Styles: Quonset Hut
Phone Numbers:
Box Office:
780.842.3797
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The Alma Theatre was opened in November 1952 as a single screen seating 503. Initially it was owned by the May Family who operated the theatre until 1980.
In 1980 Landmark Theatres took over operations of the theatre and converted it to a three screen operation. Seating was listed at 373, #1 208, #2 78 and #3 86. By 1990 the theatre was back under May Theatres, who operated it showing first run attractions. The theater was closed August 18, 2026.
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There are some pictures of the Alma on this webpage (scroll down about three-quarters of the way to see them): View link. Theater Style should be Quonset Hut.
May Theatres (1984) Ltd. is the current owner of the Alma, confirmed here on the fourth page.
No website. Movie showtimes are listed on their Facebook page and by phone. (780-842-3797)
Opened in November 1952.
The Alma Theatre closed on August 18, 2026, because of mounting financial pressures and severe post-pandemic-related challenges of keeping the attendance alive in a small town of 6,600. However, it remains unknown if the closure is a financial decision or the result of other factors.
“The theatre’s last operation was Aug. 18, with the May family announcing its permanent closure on social media on Aug. 21.
““Running a small business in town these days is pretty challenging,” owner Noel May said when asked whether the closure was a financial decision or the result of other factors. “They are kind of tied together,” he added.
May said the family had been trying to keep the theatre operating despite the challenges facing small-town cinemas."
Link to StarNews article which includes photo of marquee after closing
http://starnews.ca/article/13056/alma-theatre-closes-after-74-years-in-wainwright/
Wainwright is located 206 kilometres southeast of Edmonton and is situated west of the Alberta/Saskatchewan border.