A beloved local landmark is set to close its doors this month. Hollywood 3 Cinema in Pitt Meadows, known for its charm, budget-friendly tickets, and community spirit, is winding down operations after decades of serving moviegoers. For those who regularly visited Hollywood 3 Pitt Meadows Cinema, this news comes as a bitter twist to their cinematic experiences.
A Community Staple, Losing Its Screen
Located at 19190 Lougheed Highway, Hollywood 3 has been a go-to spot for families, friends, and film lovers seeking affordable entertainment. With three cozy screens seating around 400 people, it showed both blockbuster hits and indie gems — and offered an affordable escape at just $5–$6 per ticket. The closure of Hollywood 3 Pitt Meadows Cinema marks a substantial loss for the local community.
Read more in the official report from Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News .
Recent reports say the theatre is shutting down by the end of June 2025, and it’s rumored that a Dollarama store could take over the space.
Memories on the Silver Screen
For many in Pitt Meadows, Hollywood 3 was more than just a theatre—it was a part of their story.
“This small yet vibrant theatre… has been an integral part of our community, offering entertainment and joy to all ages.”
Parents remember their kids’ first movies. Couples recall cozy date nights. Seniors enjoyed low-cost matinees. It was a space filled with memories—and popcorn. The end of Hollywood 3 Pitt Meadows Cinema will take away a unique source of joy and nostalgia.
A Community Fights Back
Locals aren’t letting go easily. A Change.org petition has started, asking city officials and developers to rethink the closure.
“This theatre serves a greater purpose… an affordable form of entertainment, to escape the world for a couple of hours.”
You can join the movement to help save Hollywood 3.
Why Now? Why Hollywood 3?
Hollywood 3 has operated as a discount cinema, showing slightly older films at lower prices. That made it unique—and beloved—especially in a time when many big theatre chains charge upwards of $18 per ticket. However, the challenges faced by Hollywood 3 Pitt Meadows Cinema are proving insurmountable.
But pressures from land value, the rise of streaming, and development opportunities are pushing out small businesses like this one.
What Happens Next?
If the closure goes ahead:
- Pitt Meadows loses its only independent cinema
- A Dollarama store may replace it, changing the community space into another retail outlet
- Locals may rally harder, using online petitions and council outreach to spark change
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How You Can Help
If you care about keeping community entertainment spaces alive, here’s how to act:
- Sign the petition
- Post your favorite memory on social media with hashtags like #SaveHollywood3 and #PittMeadowsCinema to support Hollywood 3 Pitt Meadows Cinema
- Contact Pitt Meadows city officials and voice your concerns
Hollywood 3 is more than a building. It’s where first dates happened, where kids laughed at cartoons, and where people found escape during hard times.
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