Movies are a fun way to get the kids out of the house, enjoy some wholesome entertainment, and spend time together as a family. Many theaters run summer movie programs for kids. These offer discounted viewing and special movies picked just for young audiences. Here are the programs running for summer 2026:
- Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: $1.75 tickets. June 1 – August 6. Discounts on refreshments.
- Regal Summer Movie Express: $1 tickets plus snack deals. June 1 – August 13 (Monday-Thursday @ 11am).
- Studio Movie Grill Children’s Summer Series: $6 includes movie, popcorn + drink. May 25-August 13
- AMC Summer Movie Camp: $3 tickets for animated movies Mondays & Wednesdays. June 22 – August 8
- Harkins Theatres Summer Movie Fun: $1 per movie with season pass or $2 at box office. June 1 -July 24. Morning show times. Children under 2 are free.
- Classic Cinemas Wednesday Morning Movie Series: $2 tickets. June 3-August 6. Doors open at 9am for entertainment & games. Showtime at 10am.
- Megaplex Theatres’ 2026 Kids Summer Movie Series: $25 for 10 movies. Check site for showtimes.
Not a theatre kind of family? Kanopy Kids allows you to stream ad-free movies for kids from your smart devices! All you need is a library card!
Thinking of staying in for a family movie night instead? Here are some fun ways to make the most memories movie nights ever this summer:
- Classic plastic popcorn holders
- Nostalgia vintage popcorn popper
- Snack tray + popcorn bags
- Kids projector flashlights
- Fun flavored popcorn seasonings
- Kids’ sleeping bag + pillow combo
- Movie night gift set
Mom and dad need a night off from the kids this summer? Movie date night is EASY with this Wonderbox from AMC Theatres – 2 tickets, 2 drinks, and 1 popcorn to share for $60!
