Want to find all the best deals for kids movies this summer? Theatre chains like to offer great options during the summer months when school is out. These programs are often created to provide families an affordable morning outing that is safe for everyone.
Bonus – it’s indoors and away from the sun and heat! And with most movies being $2 or less, get out and see some movies this summer!
We are always hunting for the best deals on Movie Theater Prices, and summer is a great time to find bargains, especially for kids movies. Just about every chain offers a special program featuring children’s movies with discount, or even free, tickets and concessions savings.
The Best Ticket Deal for Kids This Summer
Bow Tie Cinemas, Cobb Theatres, NCG Cinemas, Paragon Theaters, Phoenix Theaters, and Premiere Cinemas all offer free showings for their summer movie series.
The Best Concession Deal for Summer Movies
AMC’s Summer movie camp includes the movie ticket plus a KidsPack for only $4, and includes a popcorn, drink, and snack. Movies are on Wednesday mornings.
Extra Movie Ticket Deal
Marcus Theatres also has free tickets available! Thanks to the generous providers at American Family Insurance, you can print off coupons for two free tickets to any one of Marcus’ Kids Dream film showings.
Here are all the deals we could find at the most popular chains throughout the U.S (and a few in Canada). Listings are by theatre chain size, so if you’re looking for smaller chains, keep scrolling down, or do a search on the page. If you think we missed any deals, leave a comment so we can be sure to add it to the list, and keep an eye out for it next year, too!
AMC Theatres Summer Movie Camp
Regal Summer Movie Express
Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse
For 10 weeks this summer (May 27 through September 8), Cinemark Theatres will show kids movies on weekday mornings. Movies are $1 each, or you can buy a 10-movie pass for $5.
This program is a little different in that the schedule, start times, and days vary by location. Some locations are only showing them one morning each week, while others have showtimes on 2 or 3 weekday mornings.
But be sure to visit this Cinemark page, and click on your location for a coupon for $2 off popcorn!
Kids movies at Cinemark:
- Peter Rabbit
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Smallfoot
- Kung Fu Panda
- The Lego Movie
- The Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
- Sherlock Gnomes
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- Despicable Me 3
Cineplex Family Favourites
Cineplex’s summer series is different than most because its movies are showing on Saturday mornings rather than the slower weekdays. At $2.99, tickets are a bit more than all of the other chains, but a portion of the sales go toward WE Charity – a non-profit founded to help combat poverty worldwide.
Additionally, some of the films are aimed more towards families rather than just children. And there are some pretty recent releases being shown. Running May 5 through July 20 on Saturdays at 11am, you’ll have a chance to catch a few movies you might have missed in the theater on their first run.
Family movies at Cineplex:
- Aquaman
- A Dog’s Way Home
- The Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- E.T. The Extra Terrestrial
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Shazam!
- Wonder Park
- Missing Link
Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Family Film Series
From June 16 through August 14, Marcus Theatres will show kids movies for $3. Showtimes are 10am on Sundays, Mondays, and Wednesdays. The theatres will also have concession specials with popcorn and drinks just $2.75 each.
Marcus has partnered with American Family Insurance to offer free tickets to one of any one of their Kids Dream movies. You can either visit a local AmFam location, or print out the coupon.
Kids movies at Marcus:
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- Dr Seuss’ The Lorax
- A Dog’s Way Home
- Smallfoot
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- Despicable Me
- Wonder Park
- Dr. Seuss The Grinch
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
B&B Theatres Summer Kids Series
Family friendly film classics are offered at 10am on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from June 4 through July 25. Admission is $3, or $2 for members of B&B’s free Backstage loyalty program.
Kids movies at B&B:
- The Secret Life of Pets
- Despicable Me 2
- Sing
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Dr Seuss’ The Lorax
- Trolls
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Shrek
The Grand Theatre Kids Flicks & AmStar Kids Flicks
Kids movies will be shown on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am from the end of May 28 through August 24 (depending on your area), at both The Grand Theatre and AmStar, which are part of Southern Theatres. Tickets are $4, and include a box of popcorn and a kid’s soda.
Kids movies at The Grand and AmStar:
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- The Lego Movie
- Smallfoot
- Despicable Me
- Trolls
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- How to Train Your Dragon
- Minions
- The Secret Life of Pets
Bow Tie Cinemas Summer Kids Series
9 different Bow Tie locations are showing FREE kids movies this summer! Bow Tie is in the Northeastern U.S., so if you’re not in that area, then you’ll miss out on this opportunity. This series has showings at 10am on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from June 25 through August 21.
Kids movies at Bow Tie:
- Trolls
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Penguins of Madagascar
- Sing
- Shrek
- Minions
- Dr. Seuess’ The Grinch
- The House with a Clock in its Walls
- Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Alamo Drafthouse Kids Camp
As usual, Alamo is mixing up the theatergoing experience with some unique offers. Tickets for their summer kids movies are $1, $3, or $5 – however much you wish to pay. However, 100% of your purchase is donated to local nonprofits. Since 2015, Alamo has donated nearly $500,000 through this program!
If you’re a member of the Alamo Kids Club, you’ll earn stickers for attending these movies, which can earn you prizes.
Kids movies at Alamo:
- Trolls
- Shrek
- The Lorax
- Paddington 2
- Kung Fu Panda
- Madagascar
- Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
- The Neverending Story
- The Great Muppet Caper
- Casper
- The Lego Movie
- Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
Harkins Summer Movie Fun
The Summer Movie Fun series at Harkins includes 10 movies over 10 weeks. Movies show every weekday morning at 9:45am. Individual tickets are $2 per movie, but the better deal is buying a season pass.
The season pass ranges from $5-$7, depending on location, and can only be used at a single location. That’s a heck of a deal at only 50-70 cents per movie if you see them all! Even if you only see 4, that’s the better deal. Tickets and the season pass are only available at the box office.
- Kids movies at Harkins include:
- Happy Feet
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Despicable Me 2
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- Smallfoot
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- Sherlock Gnomes
- Trolls
- Penguins of Madagascar
- Shrek
Malco Theatres Kids 2019 Summer Film Fest
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am from June 4 through July 31, the Malco Summer Film Fest offers $2 tickets to a different kids film each week.
Kids movies at Malco:
- Despicable Me
- Minions
- The Secret Life of Pets
- Sing
- Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat
- Trolls
- Puss in Boots
- Shrek
- Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Goodrich Quality Theatres Morning Movies Summer
Morning movies are showing at 10am from June 10 through August 2, at 10am at select GQT theatres. Admission is free for GQT Rewards members, up to 6 free admissions per show. Otherwise tickets are $1 for non-members.
Kids movies at GQT:
- Smallfoot
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween
- Smurfs: The Lost Village
- The Emoji Movie
- A Dog’s Way Home
Studio Movie Grill Children’s Summer Series
SMG provides a budget friendly option for families. Weekday screenings allow kids to get out of the summer heat, and see $1 screenings of recent kids movies. Films show most weekdays, but days and times do vary by location, so check ahead of time.
Kids movies at Studio Movie Grill:
- Penguins of Madagascar
- The Secret Life of Pets
- Shrek
- Despicable Me
- Trolls
- Despicable Me 2
- Sing
- Minions
- The Lorax
- How to Train Your Dragon: Hidden World
- Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Puss in Boots
Showcase Cinemas Bookworm Wednesdays
During the July at 9am and 10am on Wednesdays, select Showcase, Multiplex Cinemas, or Cinema de Lux locations offer free admission to certain kids movies. This one requires a bit more work, but if your child is a reader, he or she can get rewarded for something they enjoy anyway! Simply bring in a book report at to receive free admission to the movie. They also offer a $5 kids box with a variety of concession items inside.
Kids movies at Showcase and Multiplex Cinemas:
- Sing
- Minions
- How to Train Your Dragon: Hidden World
- The Lorax
Premiere Cinemas Summer Kidsfest Free Shows
Offering free movies and select locations, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am all summer!
Kids movies at Premiere Cinemas:
- The Secret Life of Pets
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Trolls
- Paddington 2
- Sgt. Stubby
- Wonder Park
- The Lego Movie
- Smallfoot
- The Lorax
- How to Train Your Dragon: Hidden World
Georgia Theatre Company Summer Kid Show Series
GTC’s summer series takes place at 20 locations, and makes the math easy by just charging $1.50 for a ticket, $1.50 for popcorn, and $1.50 for a drink. It doesn’t get much easier than that! Movies play at 10am every Tuesday and Thursday in June and July.
Kids movies at GTC:
- Smallfoot
- Peter Rabbit
- Early Man
- Paddington 2
- Sherlock Gnomes
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Wonder Park
Emagine Entertainment Kids Summer Movie Series
In June and July, enjoy $2 movies at 10am on Wednesdays and Thursdays. For $7, get a ticket plus a Magic Pack, which includes a kids popcorn and soda.
Kids movies at Emagine:
- The Secret Life of Pets
- Despicable Me
- Despicable Me 2
- Despicable Me 3
- Sing
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Minions
- Land Before Time
- An American Tail
NCG Cinemas Free Family Film Festival
On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in August and September, NCG is showing kids movies for free admission at 9am. This runs later than any of the other theatres’ summer programs, so you can extend your movie deals well into the school year! Tickets are only available at the box office.
This one is great because they are showing the classic film, The Goonies!
Kids movies at NCG:
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- The Goonies
- Wonder Park
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
Cobb Theatres Kids Summer Movie Escape
Two children’s movies show every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday all June and July at 10am. Buy tickets at the box office on the day of the show.
Kids movies at Cobb Theatres:
- Smallfoot
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Teen Titans Go! To The Movies
- Penguins of Madagascar
- Paddington 2
- Curious George
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- Peter Rabbit
- Emoji Movie
- Madagascar
- Smurfs: The Lost Village
- Home
- Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- Minions
- How to Train Your Dragon: Hidden World
- Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Megaplex Theatres Kids Summer Movies
With 10 movies over 10 weeks, you’re sure to have your kids entertained this summer from May until August (dates vary by local school schedules). Movies run at 10am on advertised weekdays, depending on location. Buy a 10-movie pass for $10, or pay by individual movie for $1.50 each. They also offer Sensory Friendly shows that begin at 10:30am.
Kids movies at Megaplex:
- Smallfoot
- Paddington 2
- Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
- The Iron Giant
- Peter Rabbit
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- Sherlock Gnomes
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Wonder Park
Reading Cinemas Reel Kids & Consolidated Theatres Keiki Film Hui
$1 tickets on Mondays and Tuesdays all summer.
Kids movies at Reading Cinemas:
- Smallfoot
- Sing
- Paddington 2
- Despicable Me 2
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Penguins of Madagascar
- Trolls
- Peter Rabbit
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
Metropolitan Theaters Summer Kids Movies
$2 admission on certain weekdays June through August 13. Movies start at 10am.
- Redstone & Wildhorse are every Tuesday
- MetroLux 14 & Paseo Nuevo are every Tuesday & Wednesday
- Camino Real is every Thursday
Kids movies at Metropolitan:
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- Peter Rabbit
- Rise of the Guardians
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Minions
- Smallfoot
- Sing
Classic Cinemas Morning Movie Series
For 10 weeks this summer, from June 5 through August 7, kids can come see $1 movies every Wednesday at 10am. In addition to movies, Classic Cinemas will feature some of your favorite characters from films. Fun games and activities will also be available for kids who arrive early (doors open at 9am).
Kids movies at Classic Cinemas:
- Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero
- Trolls
- Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
- Smallfoot
- The Lorax
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Wonder Park
Phoenix Theatres Free Summer Movie Series
Kids can watch free movies from the beginning of June through mid-August at participating Phoenix locations. Movies play every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 10am, and there is a special kids concession deal.
Kids movies at Phoenix Theatres:
- Smallfoot
- The Lego Movie
- Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
- Curious George
- Shrek
- Puss in Boots
- Smurfs: The Lost Village
- The Emoji Movie
- Peter Rabbit
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
Picture Show Summer Movie Series
Select locations will show movies for $1 all summer. Showtimes are 9:45am on Mondays and Wednesdays. Participating locations include Grand Junction, Prescott, Colorado Springs, Bloomingdale, Mesa, Fall River, and Berlin.
Kids movies at Picture Show:
- Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
- Smallfoot
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Ugly Dolls
- The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
- Wonder Park
- Missing Link
- Pokemon Detective Pikachu
Paragon Theaters Free Kids Movies
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10am June through August, kids can see free movies.
Kids movies at Paragon:
- The House with a Clock in its Walls
- Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
- Trolls
- Despicable Me
- Penguins of Madagascar
- Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
UltraStar Cinemas Summer Movie Series
Phew that was an exhaustive list! We hope we didn’t miss any, but if we did, please let us know in the comments below!
