Entertainment

Loyalty pays off, especially when it comes to being a member of AMC Stubs Insider. (Membership is FREE for the basic loyalty program.) Every Tuesday, through October 31, AMC Theatres offers members $5 Ticket Tuesdays — get a ticket for just $5. (There is an upcharge for premium formats and special events. Exclusions apply.)

Even better, members can also get a Cameo Combo for just $5 on Tuesdays, too — click here for the coupon. The combo includes a fountain drink (21-oz.) and Cameo-sized popcorn. (“Cameo-sized” is described as “snackable”, so we’re assuming it’s relatively small.)

It’s not often you can buy a ticket and enjoy popcorn & soda for $10. Let’s go to the movies!

Like blockbusters, but on a budget? If so, make Tuesday your “movie day.” This “reel deal” is available at just one location — Meadows Stadium 12 (9355 Park Meadows Dr.) in Littleton. Every Tuesday, the theater offers the chain’s Value Days promo. It’s the only Regal Cinemas theater in Colorado to do so. (Holidays are excluded.)

Tickets are just $7 each. We especially love the deal because it includes new releases — a rarity in movie discounts. (Special screenings are excluded.) However, there is an upcharge of $4 per ticket for 3-D. Even better, Regal Crown Club members get 50% off any size popcorn on Tuesdays — just swipe your card, when you purchase tickets. Plus, on Tuesdays, Meadows 12 also offers a hot dog for $2 (reg. $6) and nachos for $3 (reg. $7.) 

A “Value Days” ticket at Meadows Stadium 12 is the lowest possible ticket price the movie chain offers (at least, here in Colorado) and that includes senior, student and military discounts, as well as coupons.

There’s now a second location at Sloans Lake! If you have yet to experience Alamo Drafthouse Cinema  in Littleton (7301 S. Santa Fe Dr.) and Denver (4255 W. Colfax Ave.), you should do so — especially if you’re a fanatical film buff. The Alamo is not your typical movie theater. Named “the best theater in America” by Entertainment Weekly, the cinema has built a reputation as a movie lover’s oasis by not only serving food and drinks, but also hosting unique programming and star-studded special events. They show first-run blockbusters, as well as many classic films, every week. It’s even more thrilling because they serve bottomless popcorn for just $7. (That’s the price of a small popcorn at most other theater chains.) You can add a side of herb parmesan for $1. Wait, there’s more! They serve it with real clarified butter, upon request. Mmm…butter!

This deal from the Colorado Symphony hits a high note. Teachers and students can purchase $10 PAYG (pay-as-you-go) tickets the day of the concert at the Colorado Symphony box office. (For planners, get advance tickets for $12 at the box office or online with promo code LISTEN.) There is a limit of one ticket per teacher/student ID. All concerts are subject to availability and a limited number of discount tickets are available per performance. For more information, click here. Let the music play!

Frugal movie lovers have known about this deal for years now. The price of admission at The Landmark at Greenwood Village (5415 Landmark Pl. in Greenwood Village) includes complimentary popcorn and soda. (“Complimentary” is just a fancy way of saying, “FREE.”) Yes, the ticket price is slightly higher ($13 for an evening showtime, compared to $11 at other locations), but well worth it for those who enjoy popcorn and soda. Let’s do the math: If you attended an evening show at any other Landmark Theatre and purchased a small popcorn and small soda, your total would be about $24 per person. However, that same purchase at the Greenwood Village location is just $13 — a savings of $11. (Of course, not many go to the movies solo, so the savings add up quickly for couples and families.) It’s even better because all of the popcorn and soda are self-serve and unlimited, so you can decide how much ice in your soda or how much butter on your popcorn. And, when you’re ready for more, just go back to the station and fill ‘er up!

For frugal film buffs, the Greenwood Village location also offers a bargain matinée (popcorn and soda included) for just $10 (all shows before 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; First show of the day Friday to Sunday and holidays.) Admission for seniors (62+) and children (12 and under) is $9.50.  Remember, the unlimited popcorn and soda with ticket purchase is only available at The Landmark at Greenwood Village, not all Landmark theaters.

Chomping on salty popcorn can work up quite a thirst. And, now, Cinemark Theatres is helping quench your thirst with a FREE refill on large fountain drinks, excluding ICEE and frozen drinks. (To review all of the chain’s concession promos, click here.) The offer is only valid on the same day and you must show your receipt to get the refill. If you didn’t know, AMC Theatres and Regal Cinemas both offer similar refill deals on large soft drinks and popcorn — ask at the concession stand.

If you’re a regular reader, you know I love Regal Cinemas’ Regal Crown Club. (I have nearly 350,000 points in my account!) Not only is membership FREE, but the club offers lots of rewards, discounts and promos. Whether you go to the movies a few times a year or every week, you’d be foolish not to sign-up for just the savings. Every Tuesday, members get 50% off any size popcorn, with paid admission.

With the discount, a small is about $3.50, a medium about $4 and a large about $4.50. (When going with family and friends, and for maximum value, get the large because it includes one FREE refill. I just take a tub home for a snack later — a few minutes in the microwave and tastes hot and fresh again. It’s perfect for sharing!) If you’re not a fan of crowds, Tuesday is the perfect day to see a movie in a more relaxed setting and, also, because of the “cheap” popcorn. (If you’re not a member of Regal Crown Club, you can sign-up at the box office and access the benefits immediately — joining is quick, easy and, best of all, FREE.)

Year-round Swallow Hill Music holds Open Stage nights in its cafe. You can see the best of the best the third Friday of every month in the Tuft Theatre at 7 p.m. Best of Open Stage is a showcase of five artists, chosen from previous open stage events. Each perform a 20 minute set. This allows the performer to share more of their material and the audience to hear more that just a couple of songs. The event is FREE for Swallow Hill members, $1 for non-members. 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver.

Have you ever had a craving for movie popcorn at home? (Movie theater popcorn always tastes better than the homemade stuff, right?) Thanks to Harkins Theatres, you can feel like you’re at the movies, while sitting on your couch. The movie theater sells a Big Party Popcorn to take home for just $10. Harkins Big Party Popcorn is available every day of the year and perfect for birthdays, office celebrations, holiday parties or any gathering with family and friends. We couldn’t find an actual size, but Harkins states the bag is, “Big enough to serve up to 10 of your friends.” Colorado has only one Harkins Theatre at 8300 E. Northfield Blvd.