1 theater · 5 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Ashland, OR

Cinema advertising on 5 screens in Ashland, OR.

The Mandalorian & Grogu poster

The Mandalorian & Grogu

May 22

Toy Story 5 poster

Toy Story 5

Jun 19

Moana (Live Action) poster

Moana (Live Action)

Jul 10

The Odyssey poster

The Odyssey

Jul 17

Spider-Man: Brand New Day poster

Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Jul 31

Coyote vs. Acme poster

Coyote vs. Acme

Aug 28

The Cat in the Hat poster

The Cat in the Hat

Nov 6

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping poster

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping

Nov 20

Avengers: Doomsday poster

Avengers: Doomsday

Dec 18

Dune Part Three poster

Dune Part Three

Dec 18

Jumanji 3 poster

Jumanji 3

Dec 25

Poster art courtesy of IMDb · © respective studios · used for editorial reference.

5

Screens

8,000

Monthly Impressions

21K

City Population

Ashland, Oregon is a small but economically distinct market. With a median household income of $71,782 and 65% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher, the audience skews educated and established. The median age of 47.7 reflects a community of working professionals and retirees with real purchasing power.

The Varsity Theatre is the city's sole cinema, with 5 screens and an estimated 8,000 monthly impressions. That concentration works in an advertiser's favor: your message reaches a consistent local audience rather than getting spread thin across multiple venues. Ashland falls within the Medford-Klamath Falls media market, a Tier 4 market with CPM rates of $34 to $40. A 4-week campaign starts at $296, making this one of the more accessible entry points for local and regional advertisers looking to reach a higher-income audience in Southern Oregon.

What advertising in Ashland costs

Real ranges for a 4-week :30 campaign. Final pricing depends on theaters selected, seasonality, and the 2026 film slate.

Buy type 4-week cost CPM range Reach
Single theater $300 – $590 Tier 4 market rates up to 8,000 imps/theater

Add-ons (Streaming Extension, Lobby Network, Digital Retargeting) priced separately. Not available for alcohol, tobacco, firearms, cannabis, or political advertising.

Movie theater ad placements tailored to your goals

Choose what fits your campaign — on-screen, in-lobby, and digital extensions.

onscreen

Early Pre-Show

Your brand opens the show

Plays early in the pre-show sequence, before trailers begin. Best for awareness and reach.

onscreen

Pre-Show Prime

Peak attention, before the trailers

Plays in the mid-pre-show pod when theater attention peaks. Our most-requested slot.

onscreen

Final Trailer

The last ad before the feature

The premium position — the final commercial before the feature begins. Highest recall, unskippable.

lobby

Lobby Network

Digital signage throughout the theater

Full-motion placements on lobby plasma displays. Extends brand presence beyond the auditorium.

digital

Streaming Extension

Retarget moviegoers on CTV and OTT

After cinema exposure, retarget the same moviegoer audience across premium streaming services using verified attendance data.

digital

Digital Retargeting

Banner & mobile reach for your moviegoers

Display and mobile ad retargeting to the verified moviegoer audience. Geo, demo, and behavior layers.

Frequently asked questions

How much does cinema advertising in Ashland cost?

A 4-week campaign at the Varsity Theatre runs $296 to $592, depending on the number of screens and ad frequency. At an estimated 8,000 monthly impressions, the CPM works out to $34 to $40 — that's competitive with local digital and print, and cinema's attention levels are well-documented.

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A 4-week campaign at the Varsity Theatre runs $296 to $592, depending on the number of screens and ad frequency. At an estimated 8,000 monthly impressions, the CPM works out to $34 to $40. That's competitive with local digital and print options, and cinema's attention levels are well-documented.

Who typically advertises in Ashland movie theaters?

Common advertisers in markets like Ashland include local restaurants, real estate agencies, healthcare providers, financial services firms, and regional retailers. Ashland's above-average income and education levels make it a good fit for businesses targeting consumers who research before they buy.

Where exactly does my ad appear in the theater?

Cinema ads run on screen as part of the pre-show program, typically starting 15 to 20 minutes before the feature. The audience is seated and undistracted, with no remote control and no scroll. Attention ratings for cinema run 2 to 6 times higher than live sports and 6 to 16 times higher than social and digital formats.

How does cinema advertising compare to streaming or local TV in this market?

Streaming audiences skew older and are increasingly ad-avoidant. Cinema reaches a median viewer age of 30, with 60% being cord-cutters or cord-nevers who are difficult to reach through traditional TV. In Ashland specifically, cinema gives you a fixed local impression pool you can own consistently across a 4-week flight.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise at the Varsity Theatre?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, firearms, cannabis, and political advertising are not permitted in cinema placements through our network. This applies across all screens and markets. Advertisers in those categories are not eligible, regardless of campaign budget or duration.

How long should my campaign run in a market the size of Ashland?

A 4-week minimum is standard and often sufficient for building local recognition in a single-theater market. Because the Varsity Theatre draws from a concentrated local base, frequency builds quickly. Some advertisers run 8 to 12 week campaigns to hold presence through seasonal traffic peaks, including Ashland's summer festival season.

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