- Go watch a movie at an off-peak time. Take in the first show of the day or a matinee movie when prices are less.
- Check your local movies for sneak previews and coupons. Watch the movie in advance of its major release. Win free tickets for special promotions
- Remember age matters. Often, movie theatres offer Senior Citizen discounts and kid-friendly prices for certain shows.
- Take a close look at the special program. For example, Showcase Cinemas offers a a number of deals: Silver Screen Classic Movies for $2; Bargain Tuesdays - all shows; all seats for $6; Best of the "B" movies double features for $5.
- Say NO to buying the combos at the concession stand. Too much; and too costly. Stick with the medium sized popcorn which is the best bargain of your popcorn choices.
- Bring your own candy. $1.29 for a large box of Junior Mints at CVS compared to $3.50 at the theatre.
- Buy your tickets offline discounter. Go to your local Costco, Sam's Club or your local AAA office and save yourself up to 40%. (membership required)
- Use coupons. Buy in bulk. Don't forget to use those coupons in your Entertainment Book For example, you can buy up to 12 tickets for $7.50 each (versus $11 per ticket at the ticket booth). Check for online web deals as well (e.g, AMC offers up to 12 drink/snack vouchers for $3 each!). Eversave.com is a website that also offers some great deals
- Support your independent theatre. The major releases typically hit the independent theaters approximately one month after the premieres. Typically, you can buy tickets are usually about 50-70% cheaper than the larger, chain theaters
- Join the loyalty program. Receive concession stand discounts and/or ways to earn free tickets.
- Show your military ID. Also, if you're a military personnel on active duty, some theatre chains will give you a 10% military discount.
- Buy it on Ebay. Deep discounts on tickets offered by people looking to offload their extra tickets.
See you at a silver screen!
