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What is Fathom Events?
Fathom Events is the host of cinematic experiences that offer high quality, affordable entertainment events broadcast to the big screen. Audiences get the best seat in the house – in the comfort and convenience of their local movie theater – for live and pre-recorded concerts, world-class opera, sporting events, comedy acts, original programming featuring the biggest names in radio and television and many more.

Many events include exclusive behind-the-scenes content and special extras, giving audiences unique experiences that they can’t see at home. This is all made possible by Fathom’s live digital broadcast network (DBN). What began in 2002 as a test in a few cinemas has turned into a popular alternative entertainment trend that has seen substantial growth over the past several years.

Fathom Events is the recognized leader in the alternative entertainment industry and is co-owned by the three largest movie theater circuits in the United States: AMC Entertainment Inc., Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK) and Regal Entertainment Group (NYSE: RGC).
How are Fathom Events broadcast in movie theaters?
Currently, Fathom Events has access to more than 17,000 screens and more than 750 live broadcast theaters in the top 50 markets in the United States. Fathom Events beams live and pre-recorded events via satellite to audiences in cinemas via our digital broadcast network.
Are Fathom Events like regular movies?
No. Fathom Events turn movie theaters into event venues. Unlike regular movies, Fathom Events are shown on screen in cinemas for only one night or for limited-run encores. Each and every event features exclusive content that can’t be seen anywhere else. A Fathom Event is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

Ticketing for Fathom Events are available on this website and at participating movie theater box offices. We encourage advanced ticket purchases so admission can be guaranteed. Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis, and can be very limited for these exclusive events.

Since a Fathom Event isn’t your typical movie theater experience, feel free to applaud, dance or sing-along!
What types of events does Fathom Events offer?
Fathom Events offer one-of-a-kind content including live, high-definition performances of the Metropolitan Opera, performing arts, major sporting events, music concerts, comedy series, Broadway shows, original programming featuring entertainment’s biggest stars, socially relevant documentaries with audience Q&A and much more. Fathom Events offer audiences behind-the-scenes features and unique extras, creating the ultimate entertainment experience for fans of all ages.
Why should I attend a Fathom Event?
Fathom Events offer:
- A great alternative to attending live events without the hassles of expensive tickets, parking and obstructed views
- Cinema surround sound and a high-resolution picture, making every seat feel like a front-row seat
- Exclusive entertainment not found anywhere else, including behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and other unique offerings
- Easy ticketing options via this website or at participating movie theater box offices
- Convenient local movie theater locations with top-notch concessions

Why are there tickets available for sale at one theater and not another for the same event?
For some events, online ticketing may open up on a rolling basis and take up to a week. We suggest checking back often as new cinema locations may be added or if more tickets may have become available.

In other instances, not every cinema within Fathom’s theater network has the technology required to show all of our events. Fathom, in partnership with the content providers and theater circuits, will determine a strategic footprint of theater locations based the type of event as well as demand.
You have upcoming events listed, but I can’t see a theater list or buy tickets for the event?
Theater lists are available as soon as tickets are on sale to the general public. In some instances we announce an event before tickets are on sale. Some events will have a private ticketing window. A private ticketing window is a reserved window, in which consumers may purchase tickets before tickets go on sale to the general public. In this case, you will not see a theater list until the general public sale date. Such is the case with The Met: Live in HD series.

We recommend signing up to receive an email or mobile notification about this event directly on the event page or checking back later.
If I buy a ticket online, how do I get my tickets?
After you purchase your tickets via one of our online ticketing partners (please see How do I buy tickets?), follow instructions to print out your purchase confirmation or bring the approved mobile confirmation. Take this printout or approved mobile confirmation with you to the movie theater box office to exchange it for your tickets. We recommend arriving to the cinema 15 – 20 minutes before stated show time to redeem your confirmation for tickets and get a great seat.

If you experience problems with this process, please contact the online ticketing partner customer support team directly. To determine who your online ticketing partner is, please see “How do I buy tickets?” Tickets purchased online are non-transferable between participating theaters.
What if I do not receive a confirmation for my online ticket purchase?
All ticket purchases are handled by our online ticketing partners. Please contact their customer support team directly for any ticketing issue – information is available on their websites. To determine who your online ticketing partner is, please see “How do I buy tickets?”
How do I get a refund or exchange my tickets?
Fathom Events does not manage or engage in any ticketing transaction activity. Refunds and exchanges are only handled via one of our online ticketing partners or at the participating movie theater's box office. Please visit the website of the ticketing partner for which you made your purchase for their refund and exchange policies. To determine who your online ticketing partner is, please see “How do I buy tickets?”
Do you offer group ticket discounts?
Currently, Fathom Events is unable to offer group ticket discounts for events. In the future, this may be possible for some events, and we will indicate so on the “Event Detail” page for those specific events.
Why are Fathom Events sometimes priced differently than a regular movie ticket?
Fathom Events offers unique, cinematic experiences often paired with never-before-seen content that does warrant different pricing than a regular movie. Fathom works with the participating theater circuits to recommend the best value for your entertainment dollar. Prices vary across theater circuits and locations.

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