$1 Regal Summer Movies for Kids Are Back (2026): Schedule & Parent Hacks

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Inside: The Regal Summer Movie Express full movie schedule, how to find a participating Regal Cinema near you, and our experienced pro parent tips for saving even more during your summer movie outings.


Looking for a cool, affordable way to keep the kids entertained this summer? Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express is bringing back $1 movies for 2026! It’s a super fun way to beat the heat and the boredom — all without breaking the bank.

Regal Summer Movies 2025

Quick Details: Regal Summer Movie Express

  • What: Family-friendly movies for just $1
  • When: Monday through Thursdays at 11 am
  • Where: Participating Regal Cinemas (see how to find one below!)
  • How much: $1 per ticket — all ages

2026 Summer Movie Express Schedule

Mark your calendars! Here’s what’s playing each week:

June 1st – June 4thSing
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
June 8th – June 11thKung Fu Panda 4
David
June 15th – June 18thKPop Demon Hunters A Sing-Along Event
The Wild Robot
June 22nd – June 25thThe Bad Guys 2
The Garfield Movie
June 29th – July 2ndA Minecraft Movie
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
July 6th – July 9thSonic the Hedgehog 3
How to Train Your Dragon
July 13th – July 16thScoob!
July 20th – July 23rdAnimal Farm
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants
July 27th – July 30thDog Man
Paddington in Peru
August 3rd – August 6thCharlie the Wonderdog
Despicable Me 4
August 10th – August 13thThe Sandlot
Muppets: Treasure Island

Note: Movies and times can vary by location, so double-check with your local theater before heading out!


Find a Regal Cinema Near You

  1. Head to the Regal Summer Movie Express website.
  2. Once you click on a movie title poster at the bottom of the page, a pop-up will prompt you to add your zip code
  3. Each time you go back to the summer movie express promotions page and click on a movie title poster, you’ll get movie times for all participating theaters near you.

Parent Tips: Save More & Stress Less

We’ve got your back with these smart parent strategies to keep your movie day fun, frugal, and fuss-free!

Snack-Saving Hacks

Skip the snack drama with these tried-and-true tips:

  • Discounted Snack Pack: $3 off for Summer Movie Express attendees. Includes a junior drink, popcorn, and fruit gummies or a cup of Dippin’ Dots ice cream — great for one kid!
  • Regal Crown Club: Earn points for free snacks and tickets every time you visit. Free popcorn tastes better, right?

Pro Parent Tricks

  • BYO Bags: Buy one refillable large popcorn and bring empty sandwich bags to divvy it up. Everyone gets their own — no sharing fights!
  • Hydration Hack: Bring empty water bottles and fill them at a water fountain. Or, split one drink among multiple bottles.
  • The “After-Movie Treat” Strategy: Can’t swing movie snacks? Promise a popsicle run or a favorite treat after the movie. It works like magic.

🎉 More Ways to Have Summer Fun

Love this deal? There are lots and lots of free and cheap things for kids all across the United States.


About the Author
Maria Bassett is a former school orchestra teacher turned homeschool mom. After successfully launching her oldest son into college, she and her husband continue to homeschool their three younger children, who range from 8th grade through high school. Believing children learn best when they are engaged and having fun, this family loves to take their homeschool on the road, around Greenville and beyond.

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