1 theater · 21 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Dublin, CA

Cinema advertising on 21 screens in Dublin, CA.

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.

21

Screens

67,200

Monthly Impressions

71K

City Population

Dublin, CA sits in one of the Bay Area's fastest-growing corridors, with a median household income of $205,046 and nearly 70% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. At a population of 70,542 and a median age of 37.3, it ranks among the most affluent and educated mid-sized cities in the country.

The city's only theater, Hacienda Crossings 21 with IMAX, delivers an estimated 67,200 monthly moviegoer impressions across 21 screens. Advertisers reach those audiences at full attention, in a dark room, with no skip button. Dublin residents are busy (average commute times run close to 38 minutes), but they show up for the movies. Cinema advertising here connects with high-income, college-educated households that are increasingly hard to reach through traditional TV or social media, a pattern reflected in the fact that 60% of moviegoers nationally no longer pay for cable.

What advertising in Dublin 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 $5,210 – $10,420 Tier 1 market rates up to 67,200 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

What does it cost to run an ad campaign at movie theaters in Dublin, CA?

A 4-week campaign at Hacienda Crossings 21 runs between $5,208 and $10,416, depending on screen count, format, and placement. Dublin falls within the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose Tier 1 market, where CPMs range from $70 to $85. That pricing reflects the audience's purchasing power: median household income in the area exceeds $205,000.

Who typically advertises at movie theaters in Dublin?

Automotive, retail, financial services, real estate, restaurants, and healthcare are the most active categories in affluent suburban markets like Dublin. QSR brands have documented 2 to 3x return on ad spend through cinema, and auto advertisers have seen 34% increases in dealership foot traffic. Local and regional brands run alongside national campaigns on the same screens.

Where exactly do the ads appear inside the theater?

Ads run in the pre-show sequence on the auditorium screen, directly before the feature film. It's a full-sight, full-sound, unskippable environment. Optional placements include lobby video displays and digital formats integrated into the pre-show. At a 21-screen venue like Hacienda Crossings, your ad rotates across multiple auditoriums throughout the campaign.

How does cinema advertising compare to streaming or connected TV for reaching Dublin audiences?

Cinema delivers 6 to 16 times the attention of social and digital placements, and outperforms CTV and YouTube on documented attention metrics. In a market like Dublin, where 60% of moviegoers have cut the cord, cinema reaches consumers who are not available through traditional broadcast or cable buys. It fills a real gap in most media plans.

How long should a campaign run to see results?

Standard campaigns run in 4-week increments, matching theatrical release cycles and giving your message enough repetition to build recall. Many advertisers in high-income markets like Dublin run 8 to 12 weeks to maintain presence across multiple film titles and audience waves. Alluvit Media can help structure the right flight length for your goals and budget.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise in Dublin movie theaters?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, firearms, cannabis, and political advertising are not accepted on these screens. The restrictions apply network-wide, regardless of local ordinances or campaign type. Advertisers in those categories should plan for alternative placements. All other major verticals, including finance, healthcare, auto, and retail, are eligible to run.

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