Theatre Info

Director's Club

Join the FREE club! As an IMAX Director’s Club member, you’ll have access to a number of benefits each time you visit the theatre.

Join the club! As an IMAX Director’s Club member, you’ll have access to a number of benefits each time you visit the theatre.

• • Earn points towards free admission and popcorn
Special member ticket pricing 20% off concession items Early bird notifications for select films
• • Registration is Easy. CLICK HERE to sign up or visit the box office to register today

What is the price of a Director’s Club membership?

Membership is FREE. You cansign up for a membership by visiting the theatre website.

How long does my membership last?

Your Director’s Club membership does not expire.

Is the special member pricing and rewards available online?

Absolutely! Once you login using your Director’s Club membership information, the special member pricing and rewards you have earned will be available to you.

How many tickets can I buy at special member pricing?

You are able to purchase up to 4 of each special member priced ticket per visit or transaction online.

How will I be notified about early bird notifications?

Early Bird Notifications will be sent out to the email address provided upon signup.

How do I earn points and what are the redemption values?

For every dollar you spend, you earn 10 points. You can redeem 1200 points for a free pass and 600 points for a free large popcorn.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your ticket prices?
Do you take credit cards?
Do you have a costume policy?
Can I refund a ticket(s) that I purchased?
Do you have reserved seating?
Do you offer wheelchair accessible spots?
Do you offer closed captioning?
Where is the IMAX located?
Do you offer gift cards?
Can I use a gift card online?
Can I use passes online?
Where do I park?
Is there public transportation?
Are there bike racks?
What time should I arrive to the IMAX?
Do you have a concession stand?
Do you serve alcohol?
Do you show trailers prior to your films?
Do you show films in 2D or 3D?
I purchased IMAX tickets in advance but I’ve not received an email with my tickets?
Do I need to print my tickets at home before I get to the IMAX?
Can I bring in outside food or drinks?
Do you allow bags in the IMAX?
Do you offer any discounts?
How can I speak to a theater representative if I have further questions?

What are your ticket prices?
Special Engagement
ADULT (Ages 13 & Over) - $18.00
SENIOR (65 & Over) - $14.50
CHILD (Ages 3 – 12) - $14.50
Babes in arms Free

Special Engagement Matinee (noon or before)
All Tickets $14.50

Standard Engagement (60 minutes or less)
ADULT (Ages 13 – 64) - $11
SENIOR (65 & Over) - $8
CHILD (Ages 3 – 12) - $8
Babes in arms Free

Standard Engagement Matinee (noon or before)
All Tickets $8

Do you take credit cards?
Yes, we take Visa, American Express and Mastercard.  You must present a valid ID along with the card.

Do you have a costume policy?
Costumes will be permitted, but for your safety and to not detract from the movie-going experience we ask that all masks, face-paint, and helmets be removed prior to entering the theater. We also ask that weapons that resemble firearms or that would make other guests feel uncomfortable stay home.

Can I refund a ticket(s) that I purchased?
All tickets purchased for the IMAX are non-refundable.
If you are unable to make the original show time on your ticket(s), we are able to exchange them for a different date and Showtime at our box office BEFORE the start of the original movie date and time. Once the show has happened we are not able to swap your ticket(s).

Do you have reserved seating?
Yes, all of our shows have reserved seating.

Do you offer wheelchair accessible spots?
As is designated on the seating chart when you purchased your tickets, we do have wheelchair accessible spots in our auditorium, Row L and Row C. In Row L they are seats 2, 18, 19 and 35.  In Row C they are 18 and 19. There are no physical seats in those spots.

Do you offer closed captioning?
The IMAX Theater is pleased to offer its guests CaptiView™, a digitally compatible closed caption viewing system, created by Doremi Cinema, for all IMAX digital presentations. The CaptiView™ system consists of a small captioning display unit with a flexible support arm that fits into the IMAX seat's cup holder.

Where is the IMAX located?
The Esquire IMAX Theatre is located at 1211 K. Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.  We are on K. Street between 12^th and 13^th.

Do you offer Gift Cards?
Yes, we have gift cards for sale at the IMAX box office.  They come in any denomination you like. You can use your IMAX Theater gift card to see any film or buy any product at our theater concession stand.

Can I use a gift card online?
Gift cards can only be used at the theatre box office and concession stand.

Can I use passes online?
Passes can only be used at the theatre box office.  They must state Esquire IMAX on the pass.  We do not accept passes or gift cards from Regal, Cinemark, AMC or Fandango.

Where do I park?
The parking meters on the street are free after 10:00 pm Monday through Saturday and free on Sundays.
We have $5 off coupons for the garage located on 10 and L St. and they charge a flat rate of $5 if you enter the garage after 6:00 pm on the weekdays and all day on the weekends making it free during those times with the $5 validation. (except for special event days).
We partially validate at three garages, the Hyatt hotel, located on 12 St. between L and K St., the Esquire parking garage on 13 between J and K and the Sheraton garage on 13 between I and J.

PLEASE NOTE: MUST BRING PARKING TAG TO THE THEATRE FOR A STAMP

Standard IMAX Parking Validation (lots are 1 block from theatre).
Validation is good for 50% off the 1st 1.5 hours of parking at Esquire Lot on 13th between J and K streets & Lot E on 13th between I and J streets. Both lots charge $1.75 per half hour.

Hyatt Parking
First 40 minutes free at the Hyatt lot on L and 12th Street. $1.50 per 20 minutes afterwards

Is there public transportation?
There are Busses and Light rail that come near the theatre. For the best routes check out Regional Transits website at www.sacrt.com

Are there bike racks?
Yes, there are bike racks located next door in front of the Esquire Grill.

What time should I arrive to the IMAX?
Plan on being at the IMAX Theater 15 – 20 minutes prior to the start time of the show you plan on seeing. If you purchase your tickets in advance you can proceed directly to the IMAX Auditorium doors.
We encourage you to plan ahead before visiting the IMAX. Since we are located in the heart of downtown Sacramento there are often times many events going on that can slow down commuter travel.  Downtown Sacramento has current information on road conditions. In addition, there may be detours due to special events. Visit Downtown Sacramento at godowntownsac.com for updated special event detour information.
If we expect larger than normal amounts of guests due to the popularity of a particular film we will alert guests via social media, Facebook & Twitter.

Do you have a concession stand?
We offer a full slate of traditional concession items. We also have specialty items like pizza, chicken strips, gourmet sausages, White Castle burgers and jumbo pretzels.

Do you serve alcohol?
We do serve beer and wine with a valid ID. There is a 2 drink max per person per transaction so please plan accordingly.

Do you show trailers prior to your films?
Yes & no. Often times we are limited on the amount of trailers we show.

Do you show films in 2D or 3D?
We show both styles so please pay close attention to the tickets you are purchasing as the show and show time will specifically say 3D if the presentation you are seeing will be presented in the format.

I purchased IMAX tickets in advance but I’ve not received an email with my tickets?
If you purchased your ticket in advance but have not received your electronic tickets via email, please check your spam or junk folder.  If they are not there, then contact us at our theater box office (916-443-4629 x0) during normal operating hours and we can print your tickets for you, even the day of the show. Pease come prepared with the credit card you purchased the tickets with and your photo ID.

Do I need to print my tickets at home before I get to the IMAX?
You do not need to print your tickets, if you can produce them on your phone.

Do you have a costume policy?
Costumes will be permitted, but for your safety and to not detract from the movie-going experience we ask that all masks and helmets be removed prior to entering the theater auditorium. We also ask that weapons that resemble firearms or that would make other guests feel uncomfortable stay home.

Can I bring in outside food or drinks?
We do not allow any outside food or drinks into the theatre.

Do you allow bags in the IMAX theatre?
No large bags, backpacks, duffel bags, suitcases and briefcases will be allowed in the theater. Plan to leave them at home or in your vehicle. We also reserve the right to request to look inside bags before allowing them into the theater.

Do you offer any discounts?
Join the club! As an IMAX Director’s Club member, you’ll have access to a number of benefits each time you visit the theatre including 1x free admission ticket, $2 discount off extra tickets, 20% off concession items, early bird notifications for select films. Registration is easy. Sign up online or visit the box office to register today.

What is the price of a Director’s Club membership?
The Director’s Club membership costs $25 per year and entitles you to all the perks listed. You can purchase and sign up for a membership by visiting the theatre website.

How long does my membership last?
Your Director’s Club membership expires one year from your initial sign up. Once your Director’s Club membership is expired, you can opt to renew your membership for $25.

Is the special member pricing available online?
Absolutely! Once you login using your Director’s Club membership information, the special member pricing will be available to you.

How many tickets can I buy at special member pricing?
You are able to purchase up to 4 of each special member priced ticket per visit or transaction online.

How will I be notified about early bird notifications?
Early Bird Notifications will be sent out to the email address provided upon signup.

Military
The IMAX is proud to offer specially priced tickets to active US military. The IMAX offers one $3.50 off ticket to all active military personnel.  This is only available at the theatre box office.

How can I speak to a theater representative if I have further questions?
You can call the theatre box office during normal business hours at (916)443-IMAX (4629).  Our hours are 15 minutes before our first show till 15 minutes after our last show starts.