(Note: Independent theatre owners and operators who are members of Cinema United are invited to attend. Separate RSVP required.)

Join us for this important gathering where operators of small business cinemas, non-profits, and art houses engage in meaningful discussions, network, share experiences and contribute to the future of the independent movie theatre industry. (Program agenda will be made available to all registered attendees.) (Note: This is a closed session. Only independent theatre owners and operators who are members of National Cinema United are invited to attend. Separate RSVP required.

The new official start of CinemaCon will feature important educational tracks covering a wide-range of topics of global interest. This exciting new morning program will consists of a series of seminars/panel discussions/presentations of interest to cinema owners/operators of all sizes and geared towards a cross-section of the industry. Stay tuned for more details.

Tired of being indoors all day? Need a breath of fresh air? For the rest of the week, you are invited to take a break, have an informal meeting, or grab a Coke at the hospitality lounge area located on the terrace (opposite the main entry doors of the Octavius Ballroom). And of course, a second lounge area will be set up in the Palace Ballroom Foyer area too, as always. Enjoy.

Join us in The Colosseum for ths important inaugural event, featuring three specialty studios presenting a diverse slate meant for the big screen on CinemaCon’s big stage. Stay tuned for more exciting details.

Get a head start on learning about the latest products and innovations to be featured at this week’s trade show at this new opening cocktail reception. Drink, eat, and meet our industry’s top vendors before the official open of the trade show floor. This special event will be open to Cinema United convention registrants and those companies exhibiting in the 2026 CinemaCon Trade Show (including suites/demo rooms)

New name, same great location! Back by popular demand, all registered delegates are invited to return to last year’s popular party location, via a short walk over to the Soleia rooftop nightclub at The Cromwell. Perched high above the Las Vegas Strip Soleia offers up jaw-dropping views and is the perfect setting to kick-off a week of fun with music, drinks, food, friends, and great entertainment at a beautiful location.

Please note: Admission is restricted to individuals 21 years of age and older. Valid ID is required for entry.

Details of the annual “State-of-the-Industry Program will follow and will include the presentation of the Cinema United Marquee Award, Industry Keynote Addresses and a Special Studio Presentation. Further details will be announced shortly.

An esteemed panel of industry executives (distribution, exhibition and filmmaking) will talk candidly on the state of the motion picture theater industry. This session will address topical and important issues affecting the industry today, tomorrow and well into the future.

(Doors open 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start time)

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