AMC Theatres announced that its Kips Bay 15 location on 2nd Avenue in Manhattan will cease operations permanently on December 31, 2026. The decision affects the cinema’s regular patrons, including members of the chain’s AMC Stubs loyalty program, who have used the venue for both standard ticket sales and subscription‑based viewing.
The Kips Bay theater, a fixture on the east side of New York City for decades, has been part of AMC’s network of multiplexes that offer a range of film formats and amenities. Its presence on 2nd Avenue has contributed to the local entertainment landscape, providing a neighborhood option for moviegoers seeking both new releases and special screenings.
As a component of AMC’s subscription and loyalty offerings, the Kips Bay 15 site has allowed Stubs members to apply their benefits, such as discounted tickets and concession offers, directly at the venue. The upcoming closure means those members will need to adjust to alternative nearby locations within the chain’s portfolio to continue using their membership privileges.
The theater’s schedule will run through the final day of the year, after which the property will be shut down permanently. AMC has not released additional details regarding the future use of the space or any plans for redevelopment. The company’s broader strategy, while not outlined in this notice, continues to involve a mix of existing and new locations across the city.
Local patrons and employees have been informed of the timeline, with the closure slated for the last day of 2026. The end of operations at the Kips Bay 15 marks the conclusion of a long‑standing presence in the neighborhood’s cultural scene.