Lido Theater is a historic theater and cinema in Newport Beach, distinguished by its Art Deco architecture and details that preserve the atmosphere of Hollywood's golden age. Opened in 1939 and extensively restored, the venue combines original decorative features, including marine-inspired motifs and Catalina tiles, with modern infrastructure. The auditorium has a capacity of up to 500 guests, including wheelchair spaces, and hosts film screenings, concerts, comedy and other live performances.
The interior retains the intimate character of a classic single-screen cinema, with restored seating, lighting and decorative elements that emphasize the building's historic identity. Modern digital projection and sound systems provide a high-quality audiovisual experience, while a stage in front of the large screen allows the venue to accommodate a variety of events. Food and beverage concessions are also available, making the theater well suited to evening performances, screenings and special occasions.
The theater is located at 3459 Via Lido, Newport Beach, California 92663, United States, within Via Lido Plaza. Parking is available off Finley Avenue; from the parking area, visitors can follow Lido Walk for a short walk to the front of the theater, with the entrance on the right. Parking availability and conditions may vary during major local events. For broader options for reaching and moving around Newport Beach, the city and regional transportation information further down the page provides additional context.