Event Description
🎬 National Cinema Day in Canada
📅 August 27, 2023
📍 Participating Locations in Winnipeg & Nationwide
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Movie tickets for just $4!
Celebrate National Cinema Day on August 27, 2023 by enjoying a day of discounted movie tickets at participating theaters across Canada.
For one day only, all movies – in all formats and at all showtimes – will be just $4 at participating theaters. This is the perfect opportunity to catch up on the latest blockbusters, see a classic film, or try out a new theater.
Participating Locations:
- Cinema City Northgate
- Scotiabank Theatre Winnipeg
- Cineplex Junxion Kildonan Place
- Landmark 8 Grant Park
- SilverCity St. Vital Cinemas
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Here are some additional details about National Cinema Day in Canada:
- The event is sponsored by the Movie Theatre Association of Canada and the Cinema Foundation.
- Participating theaters include Cineplex, Landmark Cinemas, Magic Lantern Theatres, and many local independent theaters.
- Tickets for National Cinema Day are just $4 (plus applicable taxes).
- The event is open to all ages.
- For more information and to find participating theaters, please visit www.nationalcinemaday.ca.
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