Arts & Entertainment

Regal Cinemas Will Reopen Next Month In Metro Atlanta

The theater announced Tuesday that it will reopen July 10 with new changes.

Regal Cinemas will reopen July 10. There are 19 locations in Georgia.
Regal Cinemas will reopen July 10. There are 19 locations in Georgia. (Michele Eve Sandberg/Shutterstock)

ATLANTA, GA β€” Regal Cinemas announced Tuesday that its theaters will reopen July 10. Georgia has 19 locations, with many in the metro Atlanta area. New safety measures have been put in place due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Movie goers will see changes such as no refills on large popcorn and drinks. There will need to be two seats between groups for social distancing. All guests and employees will wear masks if it’s required by their state or county.

Lobby areas

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  • Greeters will be located in the lobby to assist guests with new procedural changes.
  • Guests will be encouraged to proceed to their auditorium as soon as possible, and exit the theatre in a timely manner at the conclusion of their movie
  • Wall mounted sanitizer dispensers will be available on either side of the main entrance.
  • Arcade games and vending machines will remain closed. Additionally, water fountains will not be available for use.

Concession stands

  • Every other register will be closed to maintain social distancing.
  • Self-service condiment stands will be closed.
  • Locations featuring diners, restaurants and in-theatre food delivery will have these services temporarily suspended.
  • Locations with bars will remain open for walk-up service only.

Movie auditoriums

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  • Reservation system will maintain two empty seats between groups (1 seat at recliner locations) to maintain proper social distancing throughout the movie.
  • At theaters where performances are non-reserved, you will be requested to leave two seats between groups.
  • Group sizes will only be limited where required by a state or county mandate.

Employees

  • Regal employees will undergo daily health screenings including temperature checks where mandated
  • Employees will be required to wash hands at minimum every 30 to 60 minutes, dependent on job roles
  • Where required by local governance, all employees and guests will wear masks.

Atlanta locations include:


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