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Paramount Hudson Valley, Your Home for Live Entertainment, Performing Arts and Movies. Paramount sold the building in 1973. In 2012 the Paramount shut its doors.
Originally built as a 1500-seat movie palace by Publix Pictures, a subsidiary of Paramount Pictures, the Peekskill Paramount Theatre first opened its doors to the public with great fanfare on June 27, 1930. The Inaugural program featured an overture by the Paramount Symphony Orchestra, an appearance by the village mayor, and “A Paramount All-Talking Picture”, The Big Pond, starring Maurice Chevalier and Claudette Colbert.
At the time, Publix Theatres was recognized as a leader in the theatre building industry, and the Peekskill Paramount was constructed as a state-of-the-art facility unrivalled in the region. Designed by the noted architectural firm of George and Charles Rapp, who designed great theatres all across the country, the Paramount boasted “a mammoth cooling and air conditioning plant, a beautifully furnished lounge, rest rooms and many other exclusive features.” It even had a great Wurlitzer theatre organ, which rose from the pit, played for years by Banks Kennedy. The Paramount prospered for decades despite the Depression and World War II. However, it was the advent of shopping malls and television that brought on its demise as a movie theatre. Eventually the building was acquired by the City of Peekskill in 1977 due to a tax default. The Paramount Theater has been designated a Westchester County Landmark and is on the New York state and National Registers of Historic Places. In 1977 the City leased the building to the not-for-profit Peekskill Area Arts Council, Inc, which in 1984 changed its name to the Paramount Center for the Arts, a 501(C)(3) corporation. Improvements were made to the stage, and seating count reduced, but real restoration occurred in 2002 aided by a $1 million grant from NY State in 2006 and significant donations by Entergy Corporation. Improvements included extensive restoration of the walls and ceilings with original detail recreated on a canvas wallcoverings, the addition of an annex with dressing rooms and backstage dock, the incorporation of a full fly system and a full array of lighting and sound, renovation of seating and restrooms. Today the newly dubbed Paramount Hudson Valley is managed and operated by Paramount Hudson Valley Arts with a goal to making this landmark theatre a destination for the very best of live music and performing arts accessible to the diverse audience we serve. To donate to local arts visit: http://paramounthudsonvalley.com/appeal2023
09/29/2026
🎟️ NEVER MISS ANOTHER PRESALE! 🎟️
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Want first access to the shows you love? Become a Paramount Hudson Valley Loyalty Member and get access to tickets before the general public!
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09/29/2026
**PLEASE NOTE OUR BOX OFFICE WILL BE CLOSING AT 1 PM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH**
🎟️ Tickets are available 24/7 directly through our website! https://paramounthudsonvalley.com/
Thank you for your understanding, and we’ll see you soon!
09/29/2026
Membership has its perks!
A new show is coming to the Paramount! The Simon & Garfunkel Story is coming soon, and Paramount members get exclusive priority access to tickets before anyone else.
Not a member? Join our mailing list and you’ll still get a chance to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public.
Want to be first in line for great shows like this? Become a Paramount member today and enjoy the perks of priority access!
09/29/2026
🎉🌎 CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE! 🌎🎉
The Peekskill Hispanic Community Group proudly presents the 7th Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival at Paramount Hudson Valley!
✨ FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! ✨
📧 Reserve your spot! Email the Paramount Box Office at [email protected] to reserve your place.
Join us for a vibrant celebration of the rich and diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, featuring music, dance, folkloric traditions, delicious food, and more! 🎶💃🌮 This special festival is an opportunity to come together, honor our heritage, share traditions, and celebrate the pride, joy, diversity, and cultural richness that unite our community.
09/28/2026
Today, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the veterans for their service. We are proud to partner with Veteran Tickets Foundation - Vet Tix and welcome you and your families to our shows. We’re excited to see you again in 2026! Until then, check out some of the kind words and amazing photos shared by veterans who’ve joined us at past shows.
"Amazing show at an incredible venue. Would like to thank you so much for these great tickets. A night we won’t soon forget!!"
Jason, U.S. Marine Corps (Veteran)
1991 - 2015
"Thank you Vet tix wonderful time me and my family enjoyed it so much"
Christopher, U.S. Army (Veteran)
1983 - 1988
"Thank you for your generosity to donate the tickets . That's brilliant !!! We had a fantastic time exploring the new venue and town ."
Samuel, LEO (Active First Responder)
09/27/2026
Join us at the Paramount for the 7th Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an afternoon of live music, dance, food, and more.
Check out the graphic for a look at some of the performers joining us.
🎟️ This performance is free and open to the public! Please email the Box Office at [email protected] or call the box office to reserve your spot!
09/27/2026
We are on for Jay and the Americans! See you soon.
09/26/2026
PERFORMANCE UPDATE!!!!
Due to the Nor’easter and in the interest of the safety of our patrons, performers, and staff, tonight’s Vic DiBitetto performance has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 31 at 8 PM.
All tickets and seats will be honored. Refunds or credits are available for those unable to attend the new date.
Our Box Office will operate remotely for safety and remains available through our website or at 914-739-0039 ext. 2.
Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe, and we’ll see you October 31!
09/26/2026
IMPORTANT UPDATE: VIC DIBITETTO
Due to inclement weather, tonight’s Vic DiBitetto performance at Paramount Hudson Valley has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 31 at 8PM.
All tickets and seats will be honored for the new date. If you’re unable to attend on October 31, refunds or customer credits toward a future Paramount performance are available.
For questions or to discuss your options, please contact the Box Office at 914-739-0039 ext. 2.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to seeing you on October 31!
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1008 Brown Street
Peekskill, NY
10566
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| Tuesday | 9am - 2pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 2pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 2pm |
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