How to save on the cost of your My NRMA Rewards membership at the movies

A trip to the movies is a great way to spend time with family and friends, but tickets can add up, especially when you're buying for four or more people. 

If you have a My NRMA Rewards membership, discounted Event Cinemas tickets could help you make that money back. Members can save up to 43% on selected movie tickets, with some bookings saving more than the $60 annual membership cost in one go. 

Here's what that looks like for a Gold Class outing, a family movie and a few other ways to save. 

Save $72 on a single Gold Class booking

Gold Class makes a movie night feel a little more special, whether it’s a date, a celebration or a catch-up with friends. At $50 a ticket, though, the cost can add up quickly when you’re booking for a group.

With My NRMA Rewards, eligible Gold Class tickets cost $32 each from Monday to Wednesday. For four people, that makes a noticeable difference. 

That's $72 off one booking which is enough to cover the $60 annual membership cost, with $12 left over. 

If Thursday to Sunday suits you better, Gold Class tickets are $37 each for members so you still save $52 from the RRP.

A family movie can help cover your membership, too

You don't need to book Gold Class to see the benefit. A Saturday afternoon at the movies with the kids can help your savings add up, too.

For a family of four, two adults and two children, attending an eligible session before 5pm, here's how the ticket prices compare.

That's $39 saved on one family outing. Go twice at the same prices and you'll save $78 on tickets alone which enough to cover the $60 annual membership cost, with $18 to spare.

Of course, what you save will depend on the movie, session and tickets you choose. Online booking fees also apply, so it's worth checking the final price before you pay.

Save on cinema snacks and drinks

You can save on more than tickets with My NRMA Rewards. Members can also get selected snacks and drinks at these prices when ordering online through the eligible offer:

• Small Combo: $13

• Small Double Popcorn: $14

• Parlour Lane Choc Top: $7

How to book discounted Event Cinemas tickets

Getting the member price is straightforward, but you need to access the offer through the My NRMA App. 

Open the My NRMA App and sign in to your account. 

Find the Event Cinemas offer and follow the link to the eligible booking site. 

Choose your cinema, movie and session. 

Select your tickets and seats, then check the price, any peak-time surcharge and online booking fees. 

Complete your booking. 

You don't need a separate promotional code when you book through the eligible member offer. Just make sure you're signed in and have accessed the booking site through the app.

So, can movie discounts cover your membership? 

They can, depending on how you use them. 

One Gold Class booking: Four tickets from Monday to Wednesday save $72 against regular prices, covering the $60 annual membership cost in one go. 

Two family movie outings: Two adults and two children attending two eligible sessions before 5pm save $78 on tickets, based on regular prices. 

If you already go to the movies a few times a year, it's worth checking the member price before buying your tickets. You might cover your membership sooner than you expect, then keep saving on other eligible movie tickets and food and drinks throughout the year. 

Before your next movie outing, check the Event Cinemas offer in the My NRMA App. A quick price comparison could make all the difference.