Waco Hippodrome Theatre
The Waco Hippodrome is home to live performances, 3 movie theatres, The Raleigh Diner and The Hightop rooftop bar and patio.
The Hippodrome is Waco’s most unique entertainment experience, complete with full service in-theatre dining. As we embark on a second century in the biz, we are excited to feature the best that downtown Waco has to offer: Movies, Concerts and Theatre Acts. Enjoy your favorite food and drinks at the hippest spot in Waco: the Waco Hippodrome.
Hippo History
The Hippodrome’s opening night was February 7, 1914 and featured a live seal act, a five-piece orchestra and a magic act on the bill. The theatre was operated by Mr. H.P. Hulsey and was known as “Hulsey’s Hipp” by locals. The Hippodrome was a place for road shows, vaudeville tours, movies and local talent shows and events.
Jump ahead 100.While native Wacoans remember the Waco Theatre as a movie house, the Hippodrome has always been a performing arts center in one form or another. The new Hippodrome, opened in 2014, offers first-release films, along with classic films, live theatre, concerts, stand-up comedy, dance and much more. The Hippodrome is set to entertain Waco for another century.
Host your wedding, shower, or reunion inside the Hippodrome.
Prices vary and we have several different options to customize your event.
Rooms available for rent and capacities:
Dining room (45 people)
Bar (30)
Orchestra (200)
Balcony (138)
Entire theater, orchestra and balcony (950)
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The Waco Hippodrome is home to live performances, 3 movie theatres, The Raleigh Diner and The Hightop rooftop bar and patio.
The Hippodrome is Waco’s most unique entertainment experience, complete with full service in-theatre dining. As we embark on a second century in the biz, we are excited to feature the best that downtown Waco has to offer: Movies, Concerts and Theatre Acts. Enjoy your favorite food and drinks at the hippest spot in Waco: the Waco Hippodrome.
724 Austin Ave
(254) 227-6723
