1 theater · 12 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Richmond, KY

Cinema advertising on 12 screens in Richmond, KY.

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.

12

Screens

24,000

Monthly Impressions

35K

City Population

Richmond, KY is part of the Lexington market, with a population of 35,498 and a median age of 28.1, making it one of the younger audiences available in regional cinema advertising. The city's only operating theater, Cinemark Richmond Centre, runs 12 screens and delivers an estimated 24,000 monthly moviegoer impressions to a community where over a third of residents hold a bachelor's degree.

A 4-week campaign in Richmond starts at $984, placing it in Tier 3 pricing with CPMs ranging from $37 to $45. That budget reaches an audience that skews young, is 62% multicultural nationally, and includes 60% who have cut traditional cable. Cinema advertising consistently outperforms social, digital, and CTV on measured attention metrics, and documented campaign outcomes show meaningful lift in retail, auto, and food service. For local or regional advertisers, Richmond is an affordable, focused entry point into cinema media.

What advertising in Richmond 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 $980 – $1,970 Tier 3 market rates up to 24,000 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 cost in Richmond, KY?

A 4-week campaign at Cinemark Richmond Centre runs between $984 and $1,968, depending on screen count and placement format. Richmond is a Tier 3 market with CPMs between $37 and $45. With one theater and 12 screens in the city, your budget covers the entire local cinema footprint with no fragmentation.

How many people can a cinema ad campaign reach in Richmond each month?

Cinemark Richmond Centre generates an estimated 24,000 moviegoer impressions per month. With a median age of 28.1, Richmond skews young, and a large share of that audience falls in the 18 to 34 demographic. That age group is consistently hard to reach through traditional broadcast and cable television buys.

Where exactly does my ad appear in a cinema campaign?

Ads run on screen in the pre-show block directly before the feature film begins. It's a full-sight, full-sound, unskippable environment. Lobby placements, including posters and digital displays, are also available as add-ons, extending brand exposure beyond the auditorium and into the rest of the moviegoing experience.

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

Cinema delivers 6 to 16 times the attention of social and digital placements, and outperforms CTV and YouTube on documented attention measures. In Richmond, 60% of moviegoers are cord-cutters or cord-nevers. For that audience, the screen at Cinemark Richmond Centre may be the only ad-supported video environment where you can reliably reach them.

What types of businesses advertise in Richmond movie theaters?

Common advertisers include restaurants and QSR chains, auto dealerships, healthcare providers, local retailers, financial services, and higher education institutions. Richmond's college-adjacent demographics and median household income of $48,223 make it a practical fit for dining, banking, and continuing education campaigns.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise at Cinemark Richmond Centre?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, firearms, and political advertising are not accepted in cinema inventory. These restrictions apply across the entire theater network, regardless of market or campaign size. Advertisers in compliant categories are subject only to the standard creative guidelines set by the theater.

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