1 theater · 16 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Provo, UT

Cinema advertising on 16 screens in Provo, UT.

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.

16

Screens

38,400

Monthly Impressions

114K

City Population

Provo is a compact, high-energy market with 114,303 residents and a median age of 23.7, one of the youngest city profiles in the country. That matters for advertisers. You are reaching a college-educated, mobile-first audience that has largely bypassed traditional pay-TV, and cinema advertising gives you a direct channel into that segment.

The market runs through one location, Cinemark 16 Provo, with 16 screens generating an estimated 38,400 monthly moviegoer impressions. A 4-week campaign starts at $2,054, a price point accessible to regional businesses and national brands. With 45% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher and a median household income of $62,800, the audience has real purchasing power despite its youth. For brands that need attention rather than just exposure, cinema consistently outperforms streaming, social, and live sports on documented attention metrics.

What advertising in Provo 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 $2,050 – $4,110 Tier 2 market rates up to 38,400 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 cinema advertising cost in Provo?

A 4-week campaign at Cinemark 16 Provo runs between $2,054 and $4,108, depending on placement format and screen count. Provo is a Tier 2 market with CPM rates of $47 to $60. With only one theater in the city, a single-theater buy and a citywide buy are the same investment.

Who typically advertises in Provo movie theaters?

Categories that perform well include restaurants and QSR chains, local universities and trade schools, financial services targeting young adults, fitness and wellness brands, and tech or app-based businesses. With a large student population and BYU nearby, advertisers focused on young adult acquisition tend to get strong results in this market.

Where exactly do the ads appear on screen?

Ads run in the pre-show sequence on the auditorium screen before the feature film. The format combines static slides during the early pre-show with full-motion video spots closer to showtime. Viewers are seated, the lights are low, phones are down, and there is no skip button. Attention ratings run 2 to 6 times higher than live sports placements.

How does cinema compare to streaming or digital advertising in Provo?

Cinema audiences in Provo skew young, and 60% of moviegoers nationally are cord-cutters or cord-nevers. Traditional TV and most streaming buys miss them entirely. Cinema attention metrics run 6 to 16 times higher than social and digital formats. Documented outcomes include a 53% lift in incremental retail visits and a 34% increase in auto dealer foot traffic.

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

Most advertisers start with a 4-week campaign, the standard minimum. That window covers multiple weekend cycles and delivers consistent exposure across the 38,400 estimated monthly impressions in Provo. Brands with time-sensitive promotions can align flights around film release schedules to catch higher foot-traffic periods at Cinemark 16.

Are there any advertising categories that are not accepted?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco and vaping products, firearms, cannabis, and political or issue-based advertising are not accepted in this channel. These restrictions apply across the entire theater network and are not negotiable. Most retail, service, healthcare, education, financial, and entertainment advertisers are unaffected.

Ready to advertise in Provo?

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