Belfer Lighting – Marquee Lighting

Belfer Lighting’s Marquee series provides perfect decorative accent lighting for any setting. Create stunning entrances to theaters, hotels, restaurants and more with mitered commercial marquee lighting. Lamp Guards and Decora accessories are available for Dressing Rooms and Vanities.

Air Canada Center, Toronto

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Marquee theatre lighting at arena overhang

Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON, Canada

(Formerly Air Canada Centre)

Featuring Belfer MQ2504 Recessed Marquee Lighting under Entrance

Marquee theatre lighting at arena overhang

Project Overview

Belfer Lighting was selected to provide custom fabricated MQ2504 recessed marquee lighting fixtures for the outdoor entry canopy of Toronto’s iconic Scotiabank Arena (formerly the Air Canada Centre). As the premier sports and entertainment venue in Canada, the entrance lighting needed to deliver impact, durability, and architectural precision—welcoming thousands of visitors daily to home games, concerts, and national events.

Lighting Solution

Belfer’s MQ2504 recessed LED marquee fixtures were chosen for their robust outdoor performance, clean geometry, and ability to create a dramatic wash of light across the entry soffit while remaining discreet during daytime hours.

Fixture Specifications:

  • Model: MQ2504 Recessed Marquee Fixture

  • Application: Exterior canopy/soffit mounting

  • Light Source: High-output white LED lampings

  • Construction: Recessed aluminum housing with weather-sealed lens

  • Finish: Brass finish minimize daytime visibility

  • Rating: UL Listed Wet Location for outdoor installation and wet environments

Installation Highlights

  • Fixtures installed in rhythm across the main entrance canopy

  • Optimized beam angles to reduce glare and provide even coverage

  • Durable construction ideal for high-traffic public environments

  • Recessed trim eliminates visual clutter during daytime hours

  • Integrated with building lighting controls for flexible programming

Results

The MQ2504 marquee lighting transforms the Scotiabank Arena entry into a bold, illuminated welcome experience for fans and visitors. Designed for outdoor longevity and visual impact, Belfer’s fixtures reinforce the building’s identity as a premier destination while ensuring safe, attractive lighting after dark.

Lighting Design: Lana MacInnes
Lighting Design: Mulvey + Banani International, Inc.
Architect: Brisbin Brook Beynon Architects

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Beeline at Newport on the Levee, Newport KY

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Marquee theatre lighting at bar restaurant overhang

Project Gallery: Beeline - Newport on the Levee, Newport, KY

Featuring Belfer MQ2502 Wet Location Marquee Lighting on Awning

Project Overview

Beeline, a vibrant cocktail lounge and entertainment venue located at Newport on the Levee in Newport, KY, needed an entrance that would stand out as both welcoming and visually striking. Belfer Lighting was selected to provide MQ2502 Wet Location marquee lighting to illuminate the awning across the entrance, creating a bold, inviting presence while ensuring durability in outdoor conditions.

Lighting Solution

Belfer’s MQ2502 Wet Location Marquee Fixtures were installed in the entrance awning to create a vintage-inspired marquee effect, drawing attention to the venue while enhancing safety and visibility. The wet-rated design ensures the fixtures withstand exposure to weather while maintaining a consistent warm glow.

Fixture Specifications:

  • Model: MQ2502 Wet Location Marquee Fixture

  • Socket Type: E26 medium base for LED or decorative lamps

  • Rating: UL listed for wet locations, suitable for exterior awnings

  • Finish: Durable exterior finish to match awning materials

  • Application: Outdoor architectural and decorative entrance lighting

Design Intent

The design concept for Beeline’s entrance focused on creating an urban, stylish vibe reminiscent of classic entertainment venues. The MQ2502 fixtures were arranged in rhythmic rows to emphasize the length of the awning, offering a dynamic lighting feature that complements the brand’s bold identity and makes the entrance highly visible at night.

Installation Highlights

  • Wet-rated MQ2502 fixtures in custom awning panels

  • Even spacing to achieve uniform brightness and marquee-style sparkle

  • Warm LED filament lamps used to replicate traditional marquee ambiance

  • Designed for durability in year-round outdoor conditions

Results

The MQ2502 Wet Location Marquee Lighting transforms Beeline’s entrance into a standout architectural feature. The lighting provides both functional illumination for guests and a signature aesthetic that reinforces the venue’s identity as a destination for nightlife and entertainment.

Design: Reztark Design Studio, LLC

Marquee theatre lighting at bar restaurant overhang

Hollister Abercrombie Fitch Headquarters, New Albany

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Circular Custom Marquee theatre lighting in outside fireplace retreat

Hollister Abercrombie Fitch Headquarters, New Albany OH

Featuring MQ2502 Custom Circular Marquee Pendant Fixture

Circular Custom Marquee theatre lighting in outside fireplace retreat

Project Overview

At the Hollister / Abercrombie & Fitch Headquarters in New Albany, lighting plays an integral role in shaping architectural character and brand experience. In the outdoor barn area—an elegant retreat space defined by timber construction and an open-air fireplace—Belfer Lighting crafted a custom circular marquee chandelier using the MQ2502 Marquee Lighting Wet Location system.

Suspended over the central fireplace, this fixture anchors the space with a warm, inviting glow that complements the rustic detailing of the barn structure. Designed to perform in outdoor conditions while maintaining visual delicacy, the MQ2502 system delivers both durable illumination and refined craftsmanship, emblematic of Belfer’s architectural lighting expertise.

Product Highlights: MQ2502 Marquee Lighting (Wet Location)

  • Configuration: 2×2 Medium Base Marquee Lighting system adapted for a custom circular chandelier
  • Environment: Wet-location rated for outdoor exposure, humidity, and temperature variation
  • Material: Precision-engineered aluminum housing with corrosion resistance
  • Aesthetic Impact: Creates a bold focal element with soft marquee-style radiance
  • Applications: Exterior architecture, covered hospitality lounges, entertainment structures, and gathering areas

The MQ2502 fixture’s adaptability allows designers to customize form and configuration for unique architectural spaces—demonstrating how Belfer lighting functions as both technical solution and sculptural feature.

Lighting Design Impact

The custom round marquee chandelier brings sophisticated charm to the barn’s outdoor seating area, merging Hollister’s brand aesthetic of effortless style with functional performance. Its warm illumination zone highlights the fireplace stonework, timber ceiling, and surrounding lounge space, creating a comforting ambiance ideal for relaxation or collaboration.

The wet-location construction ensures year-round reliability without compromising beauty. The blend of handcrafted quality and durable materials makes this installation both visually iconic and technically resilient—a lighting centerpiece for the headquarters exterior environment.

Roosevelt Island Cultural Center, New York City

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Marquee theatre lighting with lamp guards in theater dressing room

Roosevelt Island Cultural Center, New York City, NY

Featuring MQ2502 Marquee Lighting in Arts Center Dressing Room

Marquee theatre lighting with lamp guards in theater dressing room

Orleans Hotel and Casino Las Vegas

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Orleans Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV

Featuring MQ2502 Marquee Lighting outside surrounding Casino Portico Entrance

Project Overview

At the bustling Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, architecture and atmosphere converge to create a striking arrival experience. To highlight the grandeur of its main entrance, the design team selected Belfer MQ2502 Marquee Lighting – Wet Location fixtures to frame the exterior portico with precision and elegance.

Installed continuously around the canopy perimeter, the MQ2502 system defines the architectural geometry of the entrance with a consistent, luminous rhythm that enhances both visibility and visual identity. Designed for wet-location environments, these fixtures deliver long-lasting performance under exposure to heat, moisture, and intense desert conditions—perfect for Las Vegas’s demanding climate.

The project demonstrates Belfer’s ability to merge architectural form and reliability into a cohesive lighting solution for iconic, high-traffic spaces.

Product Highlights: MQ2502 Marquee Lighting (Wet Location)

  • Fixture Type: 2×2 Medium Base Marquee Lighting System
  • Environment: Wet-location rated for outdoor exposure, extreme temperatures, and humidity
  • Construction: Precision-engineered aluminum housing with sealed, corrosion-resistant finish
  • Design Flexibility: Modular system supports continuous perimeter configurations
  • Optical Quality: Balanced, even illumination ideal for large-scale façade and canopy installations

Engineered for architectural integrity, the MQ2502 offers the durability and performance required for highly visible structures such as hospitality destinations, casino entrances, and entertainment venues.

Lighting Design Impact

At The Orleans Hotel & Casino, the MQ2502 fixtures create an unmistakable sense of arrival. Their even lighting distribution highlights the architectural depth of the portico and enhances the guest approach experience from the drop-off area below.

The wet-location rated construction ensures dependable operation in outdoor environments exposed to occasional precipitation and continuous ambient exposure, maintaining flawless aesthetic consistency under the bright Las Vegas skyline.

The result is an elevated exterior composition—bold, timeless, and unmistakably architectural.

Construction: J.A. Tiberti Construction
Photographer: Brett Drury Architectural Photography, Inc.

 

Marquee theatre lighting at casino portico entrance

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Hotel DuPont

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Marquee theatre lighting at hotel entrance

Hotel DuPont, Wilmington, DE

Featuring MQ2502 Marquee Lighting under Canopy at Hotel Entrance

Marquee theatre lighting at hotel entrance

Project Overview

At the historic Hotel DuPont, timeless architecture meets modern lighting performance. The renovation of the hotel’s main entrance included new Belfer MQ2502 Marquee Lighting – Wet Location fixtures installed beneath the metal canopy.

These fixtures provide elegant under-canopy illumination, ensuring even light distribution and visibility for arriving guests. Their durable design withstands year-round outdoor exposure while maintaining Belfer’s hallmark architectural refinement—enhancing one of Delaware’s most iconic landmarks with a balance of tradition and innovation.

Product Highlights: MQ2502 Marquee Lighting (Wet Location)

  • Wet-location rated for exterior use under exposed conditions
  • Precision-engineered aluminum construction for durability and consistency
  • Modular design supporting uniform canopy and façade lighting
  • Ideal for hotels, casinos, and commercial exterior applications

The MQ2502 system performs beautifully in architectural hospitality environments, blending long-term durability with aesthetic precision.

The Asbury Hotel

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Marquee theatre lighting at hotel entrance overhang

The Asbury Hotel, Asbury Park, NJ

Featuring MQ2502 Marquee Lighting under Hotel Entrance Canopy

Marquee theatre lighting at hotel entrance overhang

Discover the charm of The Asbury Hotel, an inviting oasis along the iconic Asbury Park, NJ boardwalk. Our unique wet location Marquee Lighting, nestled under the awning, effortlessly guides your way into this cozy enclave. Experience the warm, inviting ambiance it provides, setting the perfect mood for unforgettable moments and memorable experiences. Embrace the magic of The Asbury Hotel, your gateway to the delights of New Jersey's famed coast.

Interior Design: Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture
Architecture: Anda Andrei Design and Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture
Photo: Nikolas Koenig 2015

Aladdin Resort and Casino | Belfer Lighting

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Marquee theatre lighting with lamp guards in theater dressing room

Aladdin Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, NV

Featuring MQ2502 Marquee Lighting with Lamp Guards in Performers Dressing Room

Marquee theatre lighting with lamp guards in theater dressing room

Project Overview

The Aladdin Resort and Casino project demonstrates how Belfer’s custom MQ2502 Marquee Light Fixtures enhance both safety and functionality in high-traffic backstage and dressing areas.

To prioritize dressing room safety, the MQ2502 Marquee Lighting fixtures were installed directly in the dressing rooms, with each exposed lamp equipped with permanently fixed lamp guards. This ensures reliable protection for performers while maintaining high-quality, even illumination throughout the backstage spaces.

Belfer’s lighting solutions for the resort deliver:

  • Enhanced visibility in dressing and backstage areas

  • Durable, high-performance fixtures for long-term operation

  • Seamless integration into the architectural design

  • Compliance with safety standards for staff and performers

Dressing Room Safety

Backstage and dressing areas feature MQ2502 Marquee fixtures with integrated lamp guards, ensuring:

  • Protection against accidental contact with exposed lamps

  • Safe illumination for performers preparing for shows

  • Seamless integration into the architectural design without compromising lighting quality

Project Highlights

  • Safety-Focused Design: Lamp guards protect exposed lamps in dressing and backstage areas

  • Durable & Efficient: LED fixtures built to last under continuous operation

  • Elegant Integration: Fixtures match the architectural style while enhancing functionality

Belfer’s MQ2502 Marquee Lighting fixtures with integrated lamp guards demonstrate how architectural lighting can enhance both safety and functionality in high-traffic dressing and backstage areas. By combining durable construction, energy-efficient LEDs, and seamless design integration, this project highlights our commitment to protecting performers while delivering elegant, high-performance lighting solutions tailored to the unique needs of entertainment environments.

Architect: ADP/FD, a divison of Fluor Daniel Inc
Engineer: Syska & Hennessey, Inc
Interior Design: Rockwell Group.
Photographer: Brett Drury Architectural Photography Inc.

Kellogg Community College Binda Theatre

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Marquee Dressing room lights with lamp guards in theater dressing room

Kellogg Community College, Binda Theatre, Battle Creek, MI

Featuring MQ2502 Marquee Lighting in College Theater Dressing Room

Marquee Dressing room lights with lamp guards in theater dressing room

Belfer's MQ2502 Marquee Lighting Fixtures with Lamp Guards illuminate the Binda Theatre at Kellogg Community College, delivering a dynamic and professional-grade lighting solution that merges performance durability with visual appeal.

Designed to enhance the theatre’s backstage dressing areas, these fixtures bring vivid illumination, refined architectural presence, and dependable protection for high-traffic educational environments. The addition of lamp guards provides safety and longevity, ensuring fixtures retain functionality and aesthetic value in demanding applications.

The installation highlights Belfer’s capability to deliver tailored architectural lighting systems that support both functionality and design excellence for performance venues.

Product Overview

The MQ2502 is part of Belfer’s marquee lighting series—an iconic, modular fixture designed for interior and exterior architectural lighting. When combined with Lamp Guards, it becomes ideal for theatre applications, offering a blend of protection, adaptability, and performance.

  • Durable construction: Precision-engineered aluminum housing with optional powder coating
  • Safety-first design: Lamp guards add impact protection and fixture shielding
  • Uniform illumination: Optimized light output with clean distribution and warm color tone
  • Energy efficiency: Compatible with LED retrofit lamps for reduced energy consumption
  • Easy maintenance: Modular assembly simplifies relamping and cleaning

Lighting Advantages

For the Binda Theatre project, Belfer’s MQ2502 fixtures with Lamp Guards provided several key benefits:

  • Enhanced ambient visibility around the dressing room zones
  • Professional appearance complementing the theatre’s architectural design
  • Robust safety for students and performers in high-traffic backstage areas
  • Energy-efficient illumination with consistent color rendering
  • Long-lasting finish suitable for both educational and performance spaces

Architect: Tower Pinkster Architects and Interiors

Video Teleconference Room

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Office Video Teleconference room with round table and cove lighting

Corporate Headquarters, Video Teleconference Room

Featuring Belfer MQ2502FX Field Curvable Medium Base Marquee™ Lighting in Teleconference Room

Video-Teleconference-Room

Project Overview

Elegant design meets functional illumination in this video teleconference environment, where clarity and comfort are essential. The lighting design uses Belfer MQ2502FX Field Curvable Marquee™ Lighting—seamlessly concealed within the ceiling cove above the conference table—to create uniform, glare-free illumination across the workspace.

The field-curvable design allows the lighting to follow the architectural geometry of the ceiling, providing a refined, continuous glow ideal for high-performance visual settings like video conferencing rooms and executive meeting spaces.

Product Highlights: MQ2502FX Field Curvable Marquee™ Lighting

  • Design Flexibility: Field-curvable aluminum housing follows custom architectural forms
  • Performance: Consistent, balanced illumination for visual tasks and ambient comfort
  • Construction: Medium-base modular system engineered for precision installations
  • Applications: Conference rooms, hospitality interiors, and curved architectural coves

Perfect for integrated ceiling designs, the MQ2502FX offers flexibility and control—delivering luminous continuity that enhances both aesthetics and functionality.

Lighting Design: Susan Brady, IALD, SBLD Studio
Engineer: Syska & Hennessy, Inc.
Photographer: Christopher Lovi, Lovi Photography

 

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