For over 100 years, Belton families have gathered at the Beltonian during the holidays. This season, we’re bringing holiday favorites back to the big screen in downtown Belton, from a Thanksgiving-week family matinee run to a cult Christmas classic. Bring the kids, bring the grandparents and make the Beltonian part of your holiday tradition.
2026 Holiday Movie Schedule
| Dates | First show | Movie | Rating | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18 to 22 | Wed, Nov 18, 7:00 PM | You’ve Got Mail | PG | Tickets |
| Nov 21 to 25 | Sat, Nov 21, 11:30 AM | Toy Story | G | Tickets |
| Nov 24 to 25 | Tue, Nov 24, 7:00 PM | Thanksgiving | R | Tickets |
| Dec 2 to 3 | Wed, Dec 2, 7:00 PM | Black Christmas (1974) | R | Tickets |
Each movie has several showtimes. See every time on our ticketing page. More December titles will be added as they are announced.
Family Matinees
Toy Story plays all through Thanksgiving week, Nov 21 to 25, with morning and afternoon shows that fit around school breaks and family visits. It’s rated G, so it works for every age at the table. Grab a bucket of coconut oil popcorn and settle in.
Free Community Screenings
Local sponsors help us open the doors for free throughout the year. First Texas Bank sponsored a free weekend of The Sound of Music in September, and Ace Hardware is sponsoring a free showing of U-571 on Wednesday, Nov 11, at 7:00 PM for Veterans Day. Free holiday screenings will be listed here as soon as they are announced.
Christmas in Downtown Belton
The Beltonian sits on Central Avenue, steps from the biggest holiday events in town. Make a night of it:
- Belton Market Days Holiday Fall Market, Saturday, Nov 21, 9 AM to 4 PM. More than 100 vendors, food trucks and live music downtown. Catch a Toy Story matinee the same day.
- Christmas on the Chisholm Trail, Dec 4 and 5. Friday at 6 PM brings a Christmas movie on the Square and the annual tree lighting. Saturday runs noon to 7 PM with 100+ vendor booths, a Winter Village kid zone and Santa photos from noon to 5:30 PM, followed by the lighted Christmas parade at 6 PM.
- Family, Fishin’ & Fun on Nolan Creek, Dec 18 and Dec 29. The city stocks the creek with rainbow trout, and no fishing license is needed during the event.
See our Things to Do in Belton guide to plan your evening.
Holiday Parties and Private Screenings
Rent the Beltonian for an office holiday party, a church group outing or a family Christmas movie night. Pick the movie and we’ll handle the popcorn. Book a private screening.
FAQ
Are holiday movies good for young kids?
Toy Story is rated G and You’ve Got Mail is PG. Thanksgiving and Black Christmas are rated R horror films for adults. Ratings are listed with each showing.
