Alternatives to enjoy the cinema without spending a lot of money: Discover the 2x1 promotions at Cinépolis and Cinemex!

The plans to enjoy a movie at the cinema are often a preferred option for many, whether in the company of friends, family, a partner, or even on a first date. However, the cinematic experience has been becoming increasingly expensive in recent years, according to data collected by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography for Mexico City, with an average increase of 30% in ticket prices between May 2019 and May 2022. Faced with this situation, many movie enthusiasts look for alternatives to continue enjoying new releases without a significant economic outlay, with one of the most attractive options being the 2x1 promotion. In Mexico, two of the most popular cinema chains offering this promotion are Cinépolis and Cinemex. In the case of Cinépolis, the 2x1 promotion takes place on Tuesdays in all its theaters. However, to access this offer, it is necessary to be part of the Club Cinépolis program. Membership can be done directly at the cinema or through the chain's mobile application. Similarly, to enjoy the Tuesday 2x1 at Cinemex, it is also a requirement to be part of their rewards program. To do this, it is necessary to request the special guest card at the chain's facilities. This card provides access to various promotions and exclusive benefits for regular moviegoers. In addition to the regular promotions, those with a Mastercard can also take advantage of the 2x1 benefit at Cinépolis, which applies in theaters from Monday to Sunday, except for holidays and mandatory rest days established by the Federal Labor Law. However, this promotion is not valid for premieres, special screenings, festivals, or alternative content, nor in MacroXE, 4DX, IMAX, PLUS, Junior Room, VR Room, Cinemapark, and Lounge theaters. To use this promotion, Mastercard holders can obtain the benefit through the Cinépolis app or at the box office, entering the corresponding code depending on the type of theater they wish to access. It is important to note that these codes have an expiration date until July 23, 2024, so it is advisable to pay attention to this detail when using the promotion to avoid setbacks.