Arlee Theater announces Family Fridays

[April 06, 2026]  Mason City, IL - Friday, April 3 guests at the Arlee were treated to a surprise at the box office - their tickets were already paid for! Thanks to a generous grant from the Mason County Community Foundation NFP and a sponsorship from RWE Clean Energy, movie admission for all ages is free every Friday all spring and summer long at the Arlee Theater.

This is valid for the 7pm show every Friday, even if it's a brand new release - if there's a movie playing, your ticket is on them!

RWE Clean Energy is a renewable energy company with over 15 years of experience in the U.S. renewables business. With projects in development, construction, and operations in 45 states, including Illinois, RWE has a proven track record of delivering high quality projects across the U.S. As a long-term owner/operator, RWE is committed to the communities in which they establish projects. They are currently developing Coyote Road, a 150 MW solar farm in Delavan, Tazewell County, which will produce enough electricity to power 25,000 homes, generate $26 million in new property dollars, and bring hundreds of construction jobs to the area. Coyote Road is moving toward construction, with ground breaking slated for later this spring.

As a show of RWE’s commitment to being good neighbors and long-term members of the community, they’ve offered to pay for child tickets at the Arlee, so families can enjoy a night out and take in some of the biggest hits gracing the silver screen in the coming months. The Mason County Community Foundation's grant will be covering adult admission, as well as a handful of additional free shows throughout the year!

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Guests are reminded that the doors open 30 minutes prior to each show, and the theater has golden eggs hidden in the auditorium for kids to find before most G, PG, and some PG-13 movies - which they can exchange at the concession stand for a prize. The Friday shows will also include a few extra eggs to be found, courtesy the Family Fridays program. For upcoming show schedule, visit the Arlee’s website or Facebook page.

For any additional information, please use the Arlee’s “contact us” form at www.arleetheater.com or leave a message at 214-482-9999.
The Arlee is a nonprofit historic art deco movie theater and live concert venue, located at 139 S. Main Street in Mason City, IL.

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