1 theater · 10 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Lafayette, IN

Cinema advertising on 10 screens in Lafayette, IN.

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.

10

Screens

17,300

4-Week Impressions (est.)

71K

City Population

Lafayette, Indiana is a mid-size university market with roughly 70,650 residents and a median age of 33.7, anchored by Purdue University and a working population that commutes an average of 16 minutes to work. The city's only movie theater, GQT Eastside 10 IMAX, delivers an estimated 16,000 moviegoer impressions each month across 10 screens. That concentration makes it a focused, high-attention advertising environment.

Cinema advertising in Lafayette skews younger than TV or streaming. National moviegoer data puts the median age at 30, and 60% of moviegoers have cut cable or never subscribed.

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 Lafayette, IN?

A 4-week campaign in Lafayette typically runs $1,300 to $2,200, depending on how many screens you take and which placements you use.

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 Lafayette movie theaters?

Common advertisers in mid-size university markets like Lafayette include local restaurants, auto dealerships, healthcare providers, financial services, and retail businesses. Cinema advertising has driven a 34% increase in auto dealership foot traffic and a 53% lift in incremental retail visits nationally, making it a strong fit for businesses with physical locations.

Where exactly do ads appear inside the theater?

Ads run on screen during the pre-show, before the feature film starts. It's a full-screen, full-sound environment with no skip option and nothing else competing for attention. Lobby placements are also available at many theaters, including digital displays and static signage near concessions and entry points, depending on inventory.

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

Cinema delivers attention levels 2 to 6 times higher than live sports, and 6 to 16 times higher than social and digital platforms. In this market, 60% of moviegoers have cut cable or never had it, so a TV buy will miss a large portion of your target audience. Cinema reaches those people in a distraction-free environment with no ad-blocking tools.

How long does a campaign need to run to see results?

Most campaigns run in 4-week flights, matching typical film release cycles and audience turnover. Some advertisers book consecutive flights to maintain presence across multiple titles and audience segments. With 16,000 monthly impressions available in Lafayette, a single 4-week flight delivers solid local reach for most business categories.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise in Lafayette theaters?

Yes. Cinema advertising does not accept campaigns for alcohol, tobacco, firearms, cannabis, or political candidates and causes. These restrictions apply nationally, regardless of local regulations. Advertisers in those categories will need to look at other channels. All other major business categories are eligible to run, including healthcare, finance, food service, and retail.

Ready to advertise in Lafayette?

Call for pricing tailored to your dates, film slate, and targeting.