National Popcorn Day Freebies & Deals 2026

Get ready for a day bursting with buttery bliss and crunchy bargains on Monday, 1/19/26, as the nation celebrates National Popcorn Day! Observed each year on January 19, this snack-tastic holiday brings movie theaters and popcorn purveyors together with festive offers that are sure to make your kernels pop. From complimentary tubs to dollar refills and collectible buckets, there’s a deal for every taste. Dive into the standout offers below and don’t wait—many are one-day-only and while supplies last. More ways to score freebies and discounts may roll in, so keep your eyes peeled and your appetite ready. Let’s celebrate the snack that always steals the show!

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Note: Always call ahead to make sure your location is participating!

🍿 All The 2026 National Popcorn Day Freebies & Deals:

• AMC Theatres: Snap up the 2026 AMC Popcorn Pass between 1/16/26–1/19/26 and get a free large popcorn; then enjoy 50% off a large popcorn every day through 12/31/26.
• B&B Theatres: On 1/19/26 only, Backstage Pass members score a free regular popcorn with ticket purchase; upgrades to a large are available for an extra charge.
• CEC Theatres: Buy any size drink and receive a free 44 oz popcorn on 1/19/26.
• Cinema West: On 1/19/26, grab $5 collectible popcorn containers with free refills while supplies last, $5 large popcorn with free refills, or the $10 National Popcorn Day Combo (large popcorn + large drink, both with free refills).
• Cinergy Entertainment: Elite members get a free small popcorn on 1/19/26; plus from 1/16/26–1/19/26, members can also receive a free small popcorn with a candy purchase.
• Cinemark: Bring your most creative “bucket” on 1/18/26 and 1/19/26—any container up to 400 oz gets filled with popcorn for $5. Play the Catch the Popcorn game for a shot at a year of free popcorn at this link, Movie Rewards members can enter to win 10,000 bonus points at this page, and online gift cards are 10% off 1/18/26–1/19/26 at cinemark.com/gift-cards.
• CMX Cinemas: Buy any size popcorn on National Popcorn Day and receive an entry for a sweepstakes.
• Dipson Theatres: Enjoy a free small popcorn with each purchased ticket on 1/19/26.
• Doc Popcorn: Celebrate 1/19/26 with a free 12 oz cup of Better Butter during a two-hour window; check your local shop for participation and times. While supplies last.
• D’Place Entertainment: Free regular-size popcorn on 1/19/26—no ticket required. Upgrade to a medium for $1, large for $2, or family tub/specialty flavor for $3. 2026 Popcorn Card holders receive a free size upgrade that day.
• Emagine Theatres: Popcorn of any size is $5 all day on 1/19/26. Every guest gets a “Pull Tab” card with prizes redeemable 1/20/26–2/28/26; while supplies last. Excludes popped & packed popcorn.
• Fridley Theatres: On 1/19/26, take $2 off large popcorns, $2 off the #1 Combo, and $2 off 300-oz sealable to-go popcorn bags—valid at all locations.
• Galaxy Theatres: Get a free regular popcorn with the purchase of any size fountain drink on 1/19/26.
• Georgia Theatre Company: Reel Rewards members receive a free medium popcorn on 1/19/26.
• Golden Ticket Cinemas: Gold Star Rewards members get 50% off large and regular popcorns, plus $1 annual bucket refills on 1/19/26.
• GQT Movies: Celebrate with $1 refills on Golden or promo buckets; no bucket? Grab a $1 value popcorn on 1/19/26.
• Harkins Theatres: It’s 50% off all popcorn on 1/19/26. Harkins Awards members who redeem the offer will receive a free small popcorn in February.
• KP Cinemas: On 1/19/26, enjoy $1 promo bucket refills and $1 value popcorn.
• LOOK Dine-In Cinemas: Personal popcorns are just $1 on 1/19/26.
• Mann Theatres: Reel Rewards members receive a free medium popcorn on 1/19/26.
• Marcus Theatres: See a movie on 1/19/26 and get a free large popcorn at Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern. Expect popcorn-themed activities and one scratch-off card per ticketholder with prizes like combos, ICEEs, fountain drinks, candy, and more—while supplies last.
• MJR Theatres: Premier Rewards members get one free medium popcorn per loyalty account with the purchase of one ticket on 1/19/26. Plus, enjoy 50% off XL tubs on DoorDash.
• Premiere Cinemas: Free popcorn with purchase on 1/19/26 (size and qualifying purchase vary by location). Popcorn Pass is back, “everyone’s a winner” popcorn scratch-offs return, and there are discounts on souvenir movie-themed popcorn and drinks.
• Prytania Theatres: Enjoy a free small popcorn with each purchased ticket on 1/19/26.
• Reel Cinemas: It’s $5 popcorn all day on 1/19/26.
• Regal Cinemas: Dress in costume on 1/19/26 to receive a free large popcorn. Tag your local Regal in costume that day for a chance to win three free months of Regal Unlimited.
• Regency Theatres: Free 46 oz popcorn with ticket purchase on 1/19/26.
• Santikos Entertainment: Large popcorns are $4 on 1/19/26.
• Schulman Theatres: Get a free small popcorn with any large drink purchase on 1/19/26.
• Showcase Cinemas: Starpass members receive a free small popcorn with any purchase all day on 1/19/26.
• Showplace Cinemas: Buy one popcorn, get one free at all locations on 1/19/26.
• Stone Theatres: Score large refillable popcorn tubs for $5 on 1/19/26.
• Studio Movie Grill: SMG Access members receive a free small popcorn with the purchase of a movie ticket and an entrée on 1/19/26.
• Tracyton Movie House: Enjoy a free large popcorn with the purchase of a large soda on 1/19/26.
• UltraStar Cinemas: Free regular-size popcorn on 1/19/26—no ticket required. Upgrade to a medium for $1, large for $2, or family tub/specialty flavor for $3. 2026 Popcorn Card holders receive a free size upgrade that day.
• VIP Cinemas: On 1/19/26, enjoy $1 VIP bucket refills all day, $1 promo bucket refills, and $1 value popcorn.

Don’t miss these kernel-crunching deals as we celebrate the snack that makes every movie night better. Mark the date, gather your crew, and pop in for memorable treats, big flavors, and fun surprises. Happy National Popcorn Day!

* Terms may vary by location. It’s wise to call ahead to your local restaurant or retailer before venturing out to confirm the deal.