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FRIENDS OF THE ROSS SPRING MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
APR 15 → MAY 31, 2026

MOVIES ARE BETTER ON THE BIG SCREEN

There’s never been a better time to join, renew, or upgrade your Friends of The Ross membership! The Ross is a treasure of the Midwest, offering superb films and unique special events. We’re betting that you’ve already made some great memories here and your support helps us continue bringing rewarding film experiences and discoveries to Lincoln.

In addition to membership perks like discounted admission and complimentary passes, new, renewing, and upgrading members will also have a chance to win FREE MOVIES FOR A YEAR during the 2026 Spring Membership Drive (April 15 – May 31)!

NOT A MEMBER YET?

When you join Friends of The Ross, you will receive two or more complimentary passes (depending on your membership level), a year of discounted admission to Ross films and events, discounted popcorn at the concessions stand, a punch card which earns you free popcorn and movies, and invitations to special Friends events. Friends memberships are tax deductible and a great value for cinema fans.

WHY JOIN THE FRIENDS?

Friends funding is vital to the life of The Ross and makes it possible to continue bringing award-winning independent, documentary, and international films to Lincoln. Friends support great Ross events including The Met: Live in HD, film series like MADE IN NEBRASKA and FAMILY FILM FEST, performances by the ANVIL ORCHESTRA, and more!

When you JOIN, RENEW, OR UPGRADE DURING THE SPRING MEMBERSHIP DRIVE you’re eligible to WIN PASSES GOOD FOR UNLIMITED ADMISSION FOR A YEAR (for two people)! Visit our membership page to join The Friends or to renew your online. Membership forms are also available to pick up in the Ross lobby.

ALREADY A FRIENDS MEMBER?

Refer a new member during the membership drive and you will get two complimentary passes (per referral). The more members you refer the more chances you have to win.

Renewing during the drive will grant you a year of membership past your current expiration date, so you can renew your membership even if it isn’t due to expire.

SPECIAL OFFER FOR
UNL FACULTY AND STAFF

As a special incentive during the Spring Membership Drive, The Friends are offering a discounted membership rate to UNL FACULTY/STAFF:
– $35 Individual Membership
– $55 Family Membership 

SAVE THE DATE

Friends members and their guests are invited to a special party on Sunday, May 31 as part of the Friends of The Ross Annual Meeting. Enjoy snacks, mingle with fellow film-lovers, and stay for a free screening. More info coming soon!

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The Price of Admission

Matinee Before 6pm
Members $10.00 $6.00
Adults $10.00
College and High School Students $9.00
UNL Students (with student ID) $5.00
Children (12 and under) $8.25
Military $8.00
Seniors (over 60) $8.25 
Evening After 6pm
Members $12.00 $6.50
Adults $12.00
College and High School Students $9.50
UNL Students (with student ID) $5.00
Children (12 and under) $8.75
Military $8.50
Seniors (over 60) $8.75
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