The State Theatre of Modesto

The State Theatre of Modesto Entertaining the Central Valley since 1934! The Art Deco State Theatre was built in 1934 by S. It was remodeled during the 1990s.
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Enriching our Local Community by offering:
Films | Music | Events
Cocktail Lounge

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https://linktr.ee/modestostatetheatre Charles Lee and is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. After decades as a film house, the State was converted into a community arts center and concert hall. In June 2005, the new no

n-profit State Theatre of Modesto, Inc. was created and, for the first time since its opening, the State Theatre has been transformed by a fully comprehensive film going palace. Special features of the State Theatre’s artful renovation project include restoration of the decorative signature gold leaf murals of greyhounds and gazelles, completely refurbished seating and stage area, fully updated and comfortably appointed backstage guest artist studios, dramatically renovated art deco lobby highlighting a newly designed lounge and sweeping coved ceilings, carved granite front walk and dramatic exterior featuring black granite, blue and gold mosaic tile and stainless steel, replacement of the vertical and renovation of the horizontal marquee complete with retro neon lights and dynamic LED reader board, and installation of a state-of-the-art Meyer Sound System for both film and live performances.

🎬🍿 LIGHTS, CAMERA, FASHION! Your late-summer and fall movie lineup is officially locked in at The State Theatre! We’ve g...
07/22/2026

🎬🍿 LIGHTS, CAMERA, FASHION! Your late-summer and fall movie lineup is officially locked in at The State Theatre! We’ve got July, August, September, and October covered with these newly added crowd favorites!

We hope to see you all!
Dress as your favorite character, embrace the era, and relive the magic of these iconic films with us at the State!

🕺🏼🪩Saturday Night Fever
THIS SUNDAY! Jul. 26, 2026

💜☔Purple Rain
Aug. 23, 2026

🤠👢Urban Cowboy
Sep. 6, 2026

💍🎤The Wedding Singer
Oct. 11, 2026

Trailer, showtimes & tickets:
https://thestate.org/show-category/lights-camera-fashion

Fever

07/21/2026

🌺🏄‍♂️👽 Get ready to catch a wave with us on a fun-filled Saturday morning for Lilo & Stitch!
Saturday Aug. 1, 2026 at 10AM!

For our very next Donuts, Coffee & Cartoons on 8/1/26, we head to Hawaii with Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, a heartwarming family classic where a lonely local girl adopts a chaotic little blue "puppy" from outer space, learning that Ohana means family and family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten!

https://thestate.org/films/lilo-stitch-082026/

There will be crafts at 9:00 AM compliments of Macaroni KID Modesto CA (), and the film starts at 10:00 AM!

Choose between fresh donuts, hot coffee, and hot chocolate, get creative, and don't hesitate to dress the part in your best Hawaiian shirt or graphics t-shirts or alien ears because costumes are always welcome! It’s the perfect family event, and we can't wait to share it with you all at The State Theatre!

It’s going to be an out-of-this-world time!
Save the date & see you at the State! 🌺

🍩☕😀 For more about our [DCC] Series, visit our website!
https://thestate.org/show-category/donuts-coffee-cartoon/

🎤🎵🎶No real reason for you to wait to grab the best seats you can, for any and all of these upcoming concerts... Just do ...
07/21/2026

🎤🎵🎶No real reason for you to wait to grab the best seats you can, for any and all of these upcoming concerts... Just do it!
No regrets, just vibes & great memories ahead!
Make it a night out! You deserve it.

Get ready to party at the Modesto State Theatre as a world-class lineup of tribute bands and talented artists take our historic stage this year to celebrate legendary music and iconic album releases!

We've locked in dates through December for you!
It's your turn to make sure you come together & party these nights away at the State!
Downtown Modesto is waiting for you!

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Music teasers, showtimes & tickets available now:
https://thestate.org/show-category/concerts
So many LIVE shows to choose from!

Which shows do you want to go to?

Which shows did you already buy tickets for?
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Let us know so we can thank you below!!!

👀Looking for laughs? Look no further!Help spread the word! 📣🎁We love to think about these tickets as the perfect gifts!"...
07/21/2026

👀Looking for laughs? Look no further!
Help spread the word! 📣

🎁We love to think about these tickets as the perfect gifts!
"One ticket for you, one ticket for me" vibes! 🤏🏼✨
Because why would YOU miss out on the show yourself?
Give the gift of laughter with our upcoming comedy lineup:

😆DoKnow and DaHawmies Comedy Tour!
Friday Jul. 24, 2026

🤣That’s Not Me Comedy Tour featuring Concrete & Jerry Garcia!
Saturday Sep. 12, 2026

😆We Own The Laughs: Modesto ~ Featuring Aida Rodriguez
Saturday Sep. 26, 2026
with Host Alex Alta, and friends Marcus Peverill, Glory Magaña & Tristan Johnson!

🤣We Own The Laughs Modesto presents: Jack JR
Saturday Nov. 28, 2026
with Host Gabe Alexander, and friends Ilina Cortes, Tyson Paul, & Julian Gonzalez!

Grab your seats ASAP for birthdays, dates, special occasions of any kind or simply a well-deserved night out!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
https://thestate.org/show-category/comedy/

❄️❤️‍🔥❄️It will be a cold day in Hell's Belles this December!Friday Dec. 4, 2026 at 8PM!Hell's Belles are first and fore...
07/21/2026

❄️❤️‍🔥❄️It will be a cold day in Hell's Belles this December!
Friday Dec. 4, 2026 at 8PM!

Hell's Belles are first and foremost dedicated AC/DC fanatics. This is what we all have in common. We’re all part of a huge community of devotees to one of the greatest rock-n-roll bands in the world. This is who we all are, and this is what HELL’S BELLES strives to deliver with mechanical precision and passionate fury. Endorsed by Angus Young himself (Blender Magazine, 2003), HELL’S BELLES are the closest one can get without actually moving to Australia and joining AC/DC’s road crew.

HELL’S BELLES are indeed ALL female, all the way to their rock-n-roll cores, all the time and without exception. Representing for a whole new generation of women that won’t be intimidated, HELL’S BELLES actively encourage our legions of lady fans to stand up and be counted, and collaborate with women musicians and causes as a part of the mission towards rock and roll inclusion. Not some down-your-throat feminism, but a proactive support and action spirit towards the continued march towards balancing of the gender scales.

The thousands of shows HELL’S BELLES have played around the world, including Jordan, Singapore, Japan, Canada, and the good ol’ USA (including Alaska), have become legendary nights of epic proportions. Consistently sexy and sold-out shows – there’s not a HELL’S BELLES audience that hasn’t been blown away by the raw power, attention to AC/DC details, and undeniable appeal that these bad ass belles deliver with undying devotion. From the Angus stripping “Bad Boy Boogie” to “Dirty Deeds” to “TNT”, not to mention AC/DC’s landmark hits “Highway to Hell”, “Thunderstruck”, and “Back in Black”. The marathon set lists change to include a fresh variety of classics, but the perfection and passion of the show never dies.

It’s an all out rock-n-roll assault that leaves you both satisfied and begging for more. And, more you’ll get as HELL’S BELLES keep conquering new cities, new states, and new countries. They’ll be in your back yard bringing AC/DC in sound and spirit to you with their recording VOL. II, so you can always count on taking a little piece of HELL’S BELLES home with ya.

HELL’S BELLES – committed, ferocious, meticulous women rock musicians delivering authentic AC/DC to the unbelievably supportive and wicked awesome fans. All day and all night long, all over the world, pitch perfect AC/ DC delivered with a highly charged vigor.

Opening for Hell’s Belles is Murdershow.
Doors at 7; show at 8 p.m.

Let there be rock!
https://thestate.org/events/hells-belles-122026/

🎃🧛🏼‍♂️🩸PLAN NOW FOR HALLOWEEN AT THE STATE!This is a 21 yrs. + EventAdmission: $50Includes : Light bites, party, costume...
07/21/2026

🎃🧛🏼‍♂️🩸PLAN NOW FOR HALLOWEEN AT THE STATE!
This is a 21 yrs. + Event
Admission: $50
Includes : Light bites, party, costume contest & film ticket
Party at 6; film at 7:30 p.m.

Bites, Booze & Bloodsuckers
Friday Oct. 30, 2026 at 6PM!

Get ready for a night of ’80s nostalgia, vampires, and unforgettable fun! Join us for a themed pre-show party featuring music, drinks, and plenty of retro vibes before watching the cult classic The Lost Boys on the big screen. Whether you’re a longtime fan or seeing it for the first time, this is your chance to experience one of the greatest vampire films of all time in the perfect setting.

The Lost Boys:
When an unsuspecting town newcomer is drawn to local blood fiends, the Frog brothers and other unlikely heroes gear up to rescue him.

https://thestate.org/events/bites-booze-bloodsuckers-102026/
Don't miss this Halloween 2026 Party!

👻😎🫦Summerween, Halloween...All of that has us excited for Fall!Returning to the State as a Fan Favorite:The Rocky Horror...
07/21/2026

👻😎🫦Summerween, Halloween...
All of that has us excited for Fall!

Returning to the State as a Fan Favorite:
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Saturday Oct. 24, 2026 at 9PM

The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to downtown Modesto! The State is once again teaming with bay area shadow casters Barely Legal to bring you the craziest, most wild show in the Valley. Join us for an evening filled with costumes, fun, and audience PARTICI~SAY IT!~PATION!

Barely Legal (barelylegal.rhps.org) will lend their special brand of over-the-top zaniness to the screening, as well as selling (at a very low cost) State-safe Survival Kits.

NO food, water, fish, rice, etc., will be allowed in the theatre.

Doors at 8; film at 9 p.m.
If you know you know -- and if you don't know yet, COME FIND OUT.
Save the date & prepare yourself for an unforgettable night out at the State!

Trailer & tickets:
https://thestate.org/films/the-rocky-horror-picture-show-102026/

🎬🎥👓SAVE THE DATE for AGENT: STRONGSunday Sep. 20, 2026 at 6:30PMA mild-mannered family man and staunch supporter of Robe...
07/21/2026

🎬🎥👓SAVE THE DATE for AGENT: STRONG
Sunday Sep. 20, 2026 at 6:30PM

A mild-mannered family man and staunch supporter of Robert Kennedy Jr, ALEX STRONG is tasked by a mysterious agency with stopping evildoers from putting fluoride in his town’s water supply; pushing him into a surreal web of conspiracies where the fate of America, and the world is at stake.

Let's make America healthy again!

Trailer & tickets, support local film directors!
https://thestate.org/films/agent-strong-092026/

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1307 J Street
Modesto, CA
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