> At a Glance
> – National Popcorn Day falls on Jan. 19
> – Cinemark, Marcus, and Regal each offer free or discounted popcorn
> – Some deals require costumes or 5-gallon buckets
> – Why it matters: Movie fans can score free or cheap snacks this weekend
Popcorn lovers have a calendar alert: Jan. 19 brings National Popcorn Day, and theater chains are marking it with eye-catching promos that stretch from free large bags to 650-ounce bucket fills.
BYOB-Bring Your Own Bucket
Cinemark is charging $5 for any container you can carry, up to 400 ounces. The chain’s site tells guests to “get creative.”
A special Lowe’s tie-in lets visitors who haul in a standard 5-gallon Lowe’s bucket walk out with roughly 650 ounces, per The Hollywood Reporter. The deal is valid Jan. 18-19.
Free Popcorn With a Catch
Marcus Theaters is keeping things simple: any ticket holder on Jan. 19 receives a free large popcorn and can join popcorn-themed games and activities, the company announced online.
Regal also hands out one large popcorn on the holiday, but only to guests who show up in costume and tell concession staff who or what they’re portraying, according to the chain’s website.
| Chain | Deal | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Cinemark | $5 fill, up to 650 oz | Bring your own bucket |
| Marcus | Free large popcorn | Valid ticket for 1/19 |
| Regal | Free large popcorn | Wear a costume |
Local independents may jump in, so check neighborhood marquees before showtime.
Key Takeaways
- National Popcorn Day is Sunday, Jan. 19
- Cinemark’s $5 BYOB promo runs Jan. 18-19
- Marcus and Regal offer free large popcorn on the day itself
- Regal guests must dress in costume to claim the snack
Grab your bucket-or your best costume-and head to the theater this weekend to celebrate the snack that fuels movie nights.
