Save Money at the Movie Theater
Movies are a fun, family activity, but they can also be pricey. For people on a budget, going out to the theater may be a rare occurrence. But with a little determination and a few web searches, families can still make it to the theater to see the latest flick. Here are a few hints on seeing movies for less money.
Movie Theater Discount Tickets
Each movie theater is different, but most establishments offer a discount of some kind certain days of the week. Some theaters may offer reduced ticket prices while others may offer specials that include snacks. These types of deals are usually on a weeknight when movie traffic is slower. If movies are a passion, a family can see a movie together rather than watch television on a weeknight.
Movie enthusiasts should check their local theater for promotions. For example, Marcus Theaters offer popcorn and a soft drink for just two dollars every Tuesday. During the summer months, this same chain offer coupons for special combination packages.
Entertainment Coupon Book
Entertainment books can be a great value, even if just a few of the coupons are used. For example, movie tickets are currently six dollars in the Entertainment book. This means that the book can pay for itself in just a few theater visits. The really frugal may even want to request the entertainment book as a gift in lieu of other presents.
Matinee Tickets
Most movie theaters offer discounts on any movie seen before four or five o’clock in the evening. Each local theater is different, but it pays to check. Instead of having dinner and then going to a movie, families can save anywhere from two-to-three dollars per person simply by seeing the movie first. By the time the show is over, it’s the perfect time for dinner.
It’s no secret that movie snacks are highly priced. It’s a good idea to skip them entirely when attending a movie performance, but for those individuals who can’t live without, going to a daytime showing can help defray the cost of the snacks. The price of an earlier show will typically equal the amount spent on soda and popcorn.
Loyalty Card Programs
For the frequent moviegoer, loyalty card programs may be a worthwhile option. Many theaters offer programs that provide discount on individual movies, deals on snacks, and even free tickets for regular attendees.
Gift certificates are another great option. Sometimes making a purchase can come with added benefits, so passionate moviegoers may want to ask for movie gift cards as a present idea, or just purchase cards themselves.
Family time is important, and if seeing movies together is a preference, it pays to spend the money each week to do it. However, there are also many ways to save, so families don’t have to sacrifice on quality time just to save a few dollars. Sometimes budgeting isn’t so much about doing without, as it is figuring out a creative way to purchase things.
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