Regal movie theater news
The gist
Santa Maria planning commissioners voted 3-1 to deny Regal Edwards a beer-and-wine permit.
The decision keeps one California cinema alcohol-free as Regal expands elsewhere.
How it unfolded
- Sep 16, 2026Santa Maria planning commissioners decided their city would not become the 56th California Regal cinema to sell alcohol; the resolution to deny Regal Edwards' permit passed 3-1 with Commissioner Tom Lopez dissenting and chair Esau Blanco absent.
- Sep 18, 2026Regal announced plans to open Regal Randolph at the former home of Showcase Cinema de Lux in Randolph.
- Sep 22, 2026Regal Cinemas announced it is bringing back its 31 Screams on Screen series and partnering with three acclaimed horror directors.