WATCH MOVIES FOR LESS
This post is dedicated to all movie-buffs out there. If you love going to the movies because of the powerful visual and sound effects the gigantic screen offers but can’t visit the theatres much because of the atrocious price of money tickets these days, don’t fret. You can scope out ways in which you can enjoy screenings of your favourite movies and save your dollars at the same time.
Two weekends ago, I went to see the movie ‘Valentine’s Day’ with a few friends. One of them managed to get discounted tickets for just $7.50. This is possible when bought in batches of 10 from selected cinemas. Check with your local cinema for the latest offers.
The following are some ways movie lovers can watch their favorite shows on a budget:
· Constantly check cinema websites for special events. Currently, Hoyts is offering a free ticket on your birthday month. All you need to do is to provide details online and claim your ticket. AMC sometimes offers half-price movies on weekdays at select theaters.
· Some cinemas offer discounted tickets on Tuesdays. You can save up to $4 per ticket. There are good deals for seniors too on Tuesday specials.
· See a movie before 5 pm to get the matinee price. After 5 pm the demand for tickets increases, and theaters can get away with charging much higher prices. At matinees, a $9 or $10 ticket may be discounted to $5 or $6.
· Avoid buying online as you will end up paying extra for your ticket. After checking with several cinemas, I realise that patrons pay up to a dollar extra for making online bookings. It is best to visit the cinema a little bit early and purchase your tickets at the ticketing booth.
· Check to see if the cinema offers discounts when purchased with the credit card you have subscribed to. A friend of mine always uses hers to purchase tickets and enjoys up to 20% discount. How cool is that?
· It pays to be a member. Membership has many benefits such as buying discounted tickets as well as having access to advanced screenings. Dendy Cinema offers the fifth ticket free to its patron card member along with other privileges. Village Cinema is offering Member Month Special when you can bring along a friend for just $5.
· Buy in bulk for great savings. A bulk of 10 tickets gives you about 20% discount. The price for bulk screen savers differ from cinema to cinema so it’s best for you to check out individual websites.
And if you can wait to watch your favourite shows, the alternative money-savvy way is to swap DVDs or rent them from your local DVD library.
Do you know of any other ways to purchase discounted cinema tickets?
