The AFS Cinema, operated by the Austin Film Society, is an arthouse theater and event space located in Central Austin at the Linc Center.
The AFS Cinema, operated by the Austin Film Society, is an arthouse theater and event space located in Central Austin at the Linc Center. This unique venue features a 278-seat movie theater outfitted with Dolby sound and a 35mm changeover system in addition to a large, open hall space for galas, parties, weddings and performances. The AFS Cinema serves as the home of Austin Film Society's exhibition programs and is also available to rent for private screenings and special events. The venue will undergo construction in late November 2016 to add a second screen, renovate the lobby, and update the event space, and will reopen in spring 2017.
"The AFS Cinema is the Austin Film Society’s two-screen art house theater. After a significant renovation, AFS opened the cinema in spring of 2017 with two screens, a full bar and café, and an event hall available for rentals. AFS a 501c3 non-profit curates a wide selection of films for its signature programs at the cinema, including repertory series, new restorations, documentaries, independent films and premieres. Additionally, the AFS Cinema offers a full schedule of first run films, featuring the best in international and independent films new to theaters. Signature film programs are often accompanied by introductions by the film programmers or other special guests."
