Marquee Lighting

Make a bold statement with Belfer’s custom marquee lighting. Designed for theaters, hotels, restaurants, and event venues — timeless style with modern LED performance. Made in the USA.

Harkins Cinema CinaGrill

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Marquee Lighting at the entrance to the cinema and restaurant at the Harkins Cinema in Lake Pleasant AZ

Harkins Cinema CinaGrill, Lake Pleasant, AZ

Featuring Belfer MQ2504 LED Recessed Marquee Fixtures

Marquee Lighting at the entrance to the cinema and restaurant at the Harkins Cinema in Lake Pleasant AZ

Project Overview

Belfer Lighting was selected to provide custom recessed marquee lighting for the entrance of Harkins Cinema CinéGrill, a luxury cinema and dining destination. To enhance both visibility and style under the cinema’s covered portico, Belfer’s MQ2504 LED Recessed Marquee Fixtures were used to create a clean, radiant ceiling canopy that welcomes guests into the cinematic experience.

Lighting Objectives

  • Illuminate the cinema entrance portico with even, glare-free lighting
  • Enhance the modern architectural lines of the cinema façade
  • Deliver long-lasting LED performance with minimal maintenance
  • Create a subtle yet inviting glow that reinforces the cinema’s premium brand

Fixture Spotlight: MQ2504 Recessed Marquee Fixture

  • Low-profile recessed design ideal for architectural ceilings and soffits

  • Precision LED optics provide consistent, dimmable illumination

  • Durable aluminum construction for commercial environments

  • Perfect for theaters, cinemas, restaurants, and retail entrances

Lighting Results

The result is a polished, high-performance marquee lighting solution that enhances the theater’s entrance with subtle drama and clear functionality. The MQ2504 fixtures blend seamlessly into the portico ceiling, offering a modern upgrade to traditional marquee lighting.

Design: Paradigm Design

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Archer Music Hall

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Marquee Lighting at the entrance to the Archer Event Center

Archer Music Hall, Allentown, PA

Featuring Belfer MQ2504 Recessed Medium Base Marquee Fixtures under Entrance Canopy

Marquee Lighting at the entrance to the Archer Event Center
Marquee Lighting at the entrance to the Archer Event Center
Marquee Lighting at the entrance to the Archer Event Center

Project Overview

Located in the heart of downtown Allentown, PA, Archer Music Hall is a vibrant live performance venue known for blending historic charm with modern design. As part of a revitalized cultural corridor, the venue’s entrance canopy was designed to make a statement—warm, inviting, and timeless. Belfer Lighting provided MQ2504 recessed medium base marquee fixtures to create a dramatic illuminated entryway that echoes the style of classic theaters while delivering modern reliability.

Lighting Solution

Belfer’s MQ2504 recessed marquee fixture was selected for its versatile medium base socket, clean architectural detailing, and compatibility with decorative lamping. Installed in a grid formation beneath the exterior canopy, these fixtures offer a balance of elegance, performance, and ease of maintenance, ideal for a high-traffic venue.

Fixture Specifications:

  • Model: MQ2504 Recessed Marquee Fixture

  • Mounting: Flush-recessed in canopy soffit

  • Socket Type: Medium base (E26)

  • Lamping: Compatible with LED, globe, or filament lamps

  • Housing: Wet-rated for outdoor environments

  • Trim: Custom finish to match canopy color

  • Dimming: Supports standard dimming protocols

Design Intent

The lighting design for Archer Music Hall’s entrance aimed to evoke the theatrical energy of vintage marquees while integrating seamlessly with the updated architectural facade. The MQ2504 fixtures provide a warm, inviting glow under the canopy—enhancing the guest experience from the moment of arrival and signaling the venue’s identity as a destination for live music and community events.

Installation Highlights

  • Fixtures spaced in even rows for visual rhythm and balance

  • Medium base design allows for quick lamp replacement and variation

  • Integrated with building control system for event scheduling

  • Recessed into canopy to eliminate visual clutter and maintain ceiling integrity

  • Durable, outdoor-rated construction to withstand seasonal elements

Results

The result is a refined, dramatic lighting installation that amplifies the character of Archer Music Hall’s entrance. The MQ2504 marquee lights create a welcoming canopy that draws in guests and adds architectural distinction to this cornerstone of Allentown’s downtown arts scene.

Contractor: H.T. Lyons
Electrical Contractors: Orlando Diefenderfer

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Princess of Wales Theatre, Toronto Canada

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Custom Linear Lighting Fixtures in theatre lobby

Princess of Wales Theatre, Toronto, Ontario Canada

Featuring Custom Linear Cove Lighting in Iconic Theater Lobby

Custom Linear Lighting Fixtures in theatre lobby

Architect: Unity Design (formerly Lett Smith Architects)
Interior Design: Yabu Pushelberg

Explore the Charm of French Quarter Design by Studio West

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Marquee fixtures light up the entrance

Studio West Design and Architecture, New Orleans, LA

Featuring MQ2502 Wet Location Marquee Lighting at entrance to Studio Offices

Ever walked past a beautiful 140-year-old building in the heart of the French Quarter and wondered, "What makes it shine so brilliantly?"
It's our MQ2502 Marquee Lighting System, handpicked by the architect for their own studio's entrance. A testament to our quality, and our relationships, don't you think?

Architect: Jason Richards, AIA of Studio West Design and Architecture

 

Marquee fixtures light up the entrance

Sony Theatre Box Offices, Nationwide

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Marquee theatre lighting at cinema box office

Sony Theatre Box Offices, Nationwide

Featuring Curved MQ2502 Marquee Lighting in Theater Box Office

Marquee theatre lighting at cinema box office

Lighting Design: Gallegos Lighting Design
Interior Design and Architect: Gensler
Photographer: Marco Lorenzetti

BCBS Kansas City Live Blue Retail Store

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Marquee theatre lighting at retail store

Project Gallery: BCBS Live Blue Retail Store, Kansas City MO

Featuring Belfer MQ2502 Hanging Marquee Fixtures Above Displays

Project Overview

The BCBS Live Blue Retail Store combines healthcare services with a modern retail experience, offering an approachable, customer-focused environment. Belfer Lighting partnered with the design team to create an eye-catching lighting solution using MQ2502 hanging marquee fixtures above key product displays. These fixtures add a warm, inviting glow and a touch of retro-inspired style, guiding visitors through the store’s curated offerings.

Lighting Solution

Belfer’s MQ2502 marquee fixture was adapted for suspended mounting, creating visual interest and a distinct design element. Installed above product displays, these fixtures provide both functional illumination and decorative sparkle, making the display zones stand out without overwhelming the space.

Fixture Specifications:

  • Model: MQ2502 Hanging Marquee Fixture

  • Socket Type: Medium base (E26)

  • Lamping: Compatible with LED or decorative filament bulbs

  • Mounting: Pendant-style suspension above display counters

  • Finish: White Powder Coat finish

  • Application: Retail accent and feature lighting

Design Intent

The lighting concept for the Live Blue Retail Store was to blend hospitality-style warmth with retail functionality. The MQ2502 fixtures add an inviting element of nostalgia while providing targeted illumination that draws attention to merchandise and key product areas. The decorative bulbs enhance the brand’s approachable, modern aesthetic, making the space more engaging for customers.

Installation Highlights

  • MQ2502 fixtures suspended on custom mounts above displays

  • Even spacing creates visual rhythm across product zones

  • Warm LED filament lamps used for decorative sparkle and energy efficiency

  • Integrated with overall store lighting scheme to balance ambient and accent lighting

Results

The MQ2502 hanging marquee lighting successfully combines design flair and functional retail lighting, enhancing the shopping experience and giving the BCBS Live Blue store a memorable, distinctive atmosphere. The marquee-inspired fixtures contribute to the store’s brand identity and retail storytelling.

Architecture and Design: Helix Architecture and Design
Design: Willoughby Design, Inc.

 

Marquee theatre lighting at retail store

Jenkinsons Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

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Marquee Lighting at the beach entrance to Jenkinsons in Point Pleasant NJ

Jenkinsons Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Featuring MQ2502 Marquee Lighting at Beach Resort & Amusement Park

Project Overview

Along the iconic Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, the lights of the amusement area define its energy and festive spirit. The Fun House—one of the boardwalk’s most recognizable attractions—uses architectural lighting to express that sense of excitement and place.

To achieve this lively yet refined illumination, the design team selected Belfer’s MQ2502 Marquee Lighting – Wet Location fixtures for installation outdoors around the perimeter canopies. Powder coated to endure coastal weather conditions, these fixtures provide brilliant and reliable marquee illumination that enhances visibility and visual rhythm throughout the façade.

Each MQ2502 fixture contributes to a continuous architectural ribbon of light, capturing the essence of Jenkinson’s vibrant nighttime identity while ensuring performance that withstands wind, salt, and moisture from the nearby Atlantic coast.

Product Highlights: MQ2502 Marquee Lighting (Wet Location)

  • Constructed for Performance: Wet-location rated for long-lasting operation in high-humidity and coastal environments
  • Design: 2×2 modular configuration suitable for exterior mounting on canopy and façade applications
  • Finish Options: Multiple powder coat finishes available for durability and architectural coordination
  • Lamp Configuration: Medium base design offering variable output and color temperature selections
  • Purpose: Engineered for outdoor marquees, entertainment venues, retail canopies, and hospitality façades

The MQ2502 fixture delivers reliable performance while maintaining visual consistency with surrounding architectural lighting schemes—ideal for entertainment destinations exposed to marine conditions.

Lighting Design Impact

The exterior canopies surrounding the Fun House come alive with the consistent, warm output of the MQ2502 system. The upward and outward projection of the marquee lighting defines the structural edges with clarity and glow, helping the Fun House stand out among neighboring attractions.

By combining festive presence with architectural control, Belfer’s MQ2502 fixtures achieve the ideal aesthetic for boardwalk architecture—balancing nostalgic charm with modern lighting technology. Their wet-location durability ensures year-round performance despite rain, salt air, and constant seaside exposure.

Marquee Lighting at the beach entrance to Jenkinsons in Point Pleasant NJ
Marquee Lighting at the beach entrance to Jenkinsons Boardwalk in Point Pleasant NJ
Marquee Lighting at the beach entrance to Jenkinsons in Point Pleasant NJ

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.