Reserve the Historic Lynwood Theater Marquee

Why Choose the Lynwood Marquee?

The Lynwood Theater marquee holds historic significance as part of Bainbridge Island's cultural heritage since 1947. The theater staff provides professional installation, handling all setup and maintenance for you.

With flexible scheduling available year-round (schedule permitting, reserve early!), and the ability to create memorable impact through lasting memories that will be photographed and shared across social media, your event will truly stand out.

Make It An Unforgettable Evening!

Your marquee message is just the beginning! Turn your celebration into a complete Bainbridge Island experience by combining your marquee rental with dinner or an event at Lynwood Center:

Dining Options Right Next Door:

• Treehouse Cafe - Cozy Pacific Northwest cuisine with island charm (lunch & dinner)
• Miguelito's - Authentic Mexican food with fresh local ingredients (lunch & dinner)
• The Marketplace - Delicious Mediterranean cuisine with casual atmosphere (lunch & dinner)
• Ginn D Thai Restaurant - Flavorful Thai dishes in a relaxed atmosphere (lunch & dinner)

Complete Your Evening:

• Catch a movie or event at the Historic Lynwood Theater
• Take photos under your custom marquee message
• Share your photos with us - tag @HistoricLynwoodTheater and @BainbridgeIsl

Many people make lunch or dinner reservations before or after their marquee surprise, creating magical moments that become cherished memories!

Package Pricing:

• Marquee Rental Only: $150/day
• Marquee + Newsletter Photo Feature: $200/day

For just $50 more, we'll feature your marquee message and a photo in the BainbridgeIsland.com weekly email newsletter that goes out every Thursday to over 4,200 subscribers in and around Bainbridge Island. (Newsletter inclusion is promotional, not advertising, and also tax-exempt.)

This exclusive promotional opportunity gives your event additional exposure to engaged island residents, your friends and family, who love to support local celebrations.

Frequestly Asked Questions:

What is the cost of the marquee rental?

The cost of the marquee rental is $150/day.

What is the cost of the newsletter photo feature?

The cost of the newsletter photo feature is $50/day.

What characters are allowed in the marquee message?

The marquee message can only contain letters, numbers, spaces and two additional characters: & and $. No other special characters are allowed.

What is the cancellation/refund policy?

The cancellation policy is 72 hours before the event. No refunds will be given if the cancellation is less than 72 hours before the event.

When is the marquee typically installed and removed?

The marquee is typically installed the evening before the event (although sometimes early in the morning the day of the reservation) and removed in the evening of the event. The exact installation and removal times may vary depending on the time of year, activity of the theater, and the weather. To accommodate early morning or late evening availability, you can reserve more than one day, if available. In that case, please process two separate reservations for the marquee rental on two separate days.

Why should I reserve the marquee at the Historic Lynwood Theater?

In addition to providing a unique and memorable gift to your loved ones, reserving the marquee at the Historic Lynwood Theater is a wonderful way to support a beloved piece of Bainbridge Island's history. Your reservation helps preserve a special local tradition and ensures that this community landmark continues to be a source of joy and connection for generations to come. Supporting the theater means you're contributing to the cultural fabric of the island and making a positive impact for everyone who treasures its presence.