The news hit suddenly, and honestly, it hurt.
Over the weekend, FitFam was the first to bring attention to something that felt almost impossible to believe: both El Paso Alamo Drafthouse locations were closing and are being replaced by Flix Brewhouses. Shortly after that post started circulating, local news outlets followed with confirmations. Around the same time, I received an email informing me that my season pass had been canceled and refunded. No warning. No farewell. No “one last movie night” for the people who loved that place deeply.
What made it even more jarring was the silence beforehand. There was no announcement, no heads-up to loyal patrons. The official Alamo page, at the time of writing this article, is currently displaying a notice that all ticket orders have been canceled and refunded, along with answers to specific order-related questions. That disconnect only adds to the confusion and frustration.
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Since the news broke, the outcry from the community has been immediate and heartfelt. Renowned El Paso photographer Christian Churches shared his heartbreak publicly, echoing what so many others were feeling. Film lovers across the city, both casual moviegoers and people deeply embedded in the local film scene, expressed sadness and disbelief. For many, the Alamo wasn’t just a theater. It was the place to see classic films, cult favorites, movie parties, and special screenings that most theaters never touch, alongside major new releases…