> At a Glance
> – National Popcorn Day lands on Jan. 19, 2025
> – Cinemark charges $5 for up to 650 oz when you bring a Lowe’s 5-gal bucket
> – Marcus and Regal give away free large popcorn-costume required at Regal
> – Why it matters: Movie fans can snack big for almost nothing this weekend
Popcorn lovers have 48 hours to cash in on buckets of deals. On Jan. 19, chains nationwide celebrate National Popcorn Day with discounts and giveaways that slash concession-stand prices to pocket-change levels.
$5 Bucket Mania
Cinemark’s BYOB (Bring Your Own Bucket) promo runs Jan. 18-19. Any clean container nets 400 oz of popcorn for $5-roughly 1.3¢ per ounce. Bring a Lowe’s 5-gallon pail and staff will fill all 650 oz, thanks to a one-off partnership the chain announced online.
Free Popcorn Options
Two major circuits skip the fee entirely on Sunday, Jan. 19:
- Marcus Theaters hands a free large popcorn to every ticket holder and adds popcorn-themed games in lobbies.
- Regal grants one free large popcorn to guests who show up in costume and tell concession workers who or what they’re portraying.
Check Your Local Screens
Deals can vary by location, so Jonathan P. Miller recommends confirming details with nearby theaters before showtime.
> Key Takeaways
> – Cinemark caps the $5 fill at 400 oz-unless you bring a Lowe’s bucket for 650 oz
> – Marcus makes it easiest: buy any ticket Jan. 19, grab free popcorn
> – Regal’s giveaway demands a costume commitment
Mark your calendar: Jan. 19 is the cheapest day all year to pair a blockbuster with the quintessential movie snack.
