3 theaters · 42 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Aurora, CO

Cinema advertising on 42 screens in Aurora, CO.

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

Ice Age: Boiling Point

Ice Age: Boiling Point

Feb 5

Narnia: The Magician's Nephew

Narnia: The Magician's Nephew

Feb 12

The Exorcist: Martyrs

The Exorcist: Martyrs

Mar 12

Sonic the Hedgehog 4

Sonic the Hedgehog 4

Mar 19

Godzilla x Kong: Supernova

Godzilla x Kong: Supernova

Mar 26

The Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda

Apr 30

Star Wars: Starfighter

Star Wars: Starfighter

May 28

How to Train Your Dragon 2

How to Train Your Dragon 2

Jun 11

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse

Jun 18

Shrek 5

Shrek 5

Jun 30

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

3

Theaters

42

Screens

80,700

4-Week Impressions (est.)

390K

City Population

Aurora, CO is the third-largest city in the state, with 390,201 residents and a median household income of $84,320. That spending power, paired with a median age of 35.1, makes this a commercially active market worth taking seriously. The city connects directly into the broader Denver metro, extending your reach well beyond Aurora's city limits.

Cinema advertising here runs across 3 theaters and 42 screens, generating an estimated 100,800 monthly moviegoer impressions. Top venues include Arapahoe Crossing 16, Century Aurora and XD, and Movie Tavern Aurora. For brands looking to reach attentive audiences who are already out and spending, Aurora's cinema network offers consistent, measurable reach in a high-growth Colorado market.

Theaters in Aurora, CO

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 cost in Aurora, CO?

A 4-week campaign at a single Aurora theater typically runs $1,300 to $3,100, depending on the venue and how many screens you take. Aurora has 3 theaters in our cinema network.

Final cost depends on flight length and how your dates line up with the film release calendar, so every campaign is quoted individually. Request a quote for current pricing in this market.

What kinds of businesses advertise in Aurora movie theaters?

Common advertisers include restaurants, auto dealerships, healthcare providers, financial services, home improvement brands, and local retailers. The Aurora audience skews toward families and multicultural households, making it a natural fit for brands in everyday spending categories. Businesses targeting the broader Denver metro also use Aurora theaters as part of a regional buy.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise in Aurora cinemas?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, firearms, and political advertising are not accepted in the cinema network. These restrictions apply regardless of local or state regulations. If your category falls outside these restrictions, approval is straightforward and campaigns can typically launch within a few weeks.

How does cinema advertising compare to TV or streaming in Aurora?

Cinema delivers 2 to 6 times the attention of live sports, and 6 to 16 times that of social or digital placements. About 60% of moviegoers in Aurora, and nationally, are cord-cutters or cord-nevers, so traditional TV spots simply don't reach them. Cinema closes that gap with a fully viewable, sound-on, unskippable format.

Which theaters are included in an Aurora cinema buy?

The primary venues are Arapahoe Crossing 16, Century Aurora and XD, and Movie Tavern Aurora. You can run in a single location or across all three for full city coverage. Each theater draws from different neighborhoods within Aurora, so a citywide campaign reaches a broader demographic and geographic spread across the market.

How long should a cinema advertising campaign run in Aurora?

The standard campaign unit is 4 weeks, which aligns with typical film release cycles and audience turnover. Most advertisers see meaningful frequency and recall within that window. Brands focused on longer-term awareness, such as auto dealers or healthcare systems, often run consecutive 4-week flights to maintain a consistent presence across Aurora's 100,800 monthly impressions.

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