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Catch a kids summer movie at the theater
4 Star Cinema – Kilgore, TX
1607 US Hwy 259 N, Kilgore, TX 75662
Dates: June 4 to August 6, 2025
Days: Wednesdays
Time: Doors open at 9:00 AM, movies start at 10:00 AM
Cost: Free!
Movie Schedule:
AMC Longview 10 – Longview, TX
Cost: $3 per person
Concession Deal: KidsPack for just $6.29+tax! Snack on a kids-sized popcorn, fruit snacks, and a bottled water.
Dates: June 22 to August 12, 2026
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 10:00 AM
Address: 7415 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75703
Movie Schedule:
• Paddington in Peru
June 22 & 24
• David
June 29 & July 1
• How to Train Your Dragon (live action)
July 6 & 8
• The LEGO Movie
July 13 & 15
• Sonic 3
July 20 & 22
• Bad Guys 2
July 27 & 29
• The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants
Aug 3 & 5
• Muppet Treasure Island
Aug 10 & 12
AMC in Tyler is NOT participating in the Summer movie program
Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse
Cinemark Athens Cinema 4
218 Wood St, Athens, TX 75751
Cinemark Sherman
3310 Town Center St, Sherman, TX 75092
Cinemark Paris Movies 8
1225 NE Loop 286, Paris, TX 75460
Dates: June 1 – August 6 2026
Days: Monday – Thursday
Time: 9:30 AM
Cost: $1.75 per person
Concession Deal: $1 OFF deals on kids’ snack packs and any size popcorn & drink combos during Summer Movie Clubhouse
Movie Schedule:
- Paddington (2015)
June 1–4 - Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
June 8–11 - KPOP Demon Hunters Sing-Along (2025)
June 15–18 - Shrek Forever After
June 22–25 - The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
June 29 – July 2 - A Minecraft Movie
July 6–9 - Dog Man
July 13–16 - How to Train Your Dragon
July 20–23 - The Bad Guys 2
July 27–30 - Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie
August 3–6
City Lights
Mount Pleasant, TX
1706 S Jefferson Ave, Mount Pleasant, TX, 75455
Palestine TX
545 E Palestine Avenue, Palestine, TX, 75801
Cost: $1 per person (all ticket proceeds supporting a local charity )
Concession Deal: kids pack- a 12 oz drink + 44 oz popcorn for just $3.50
Dates: June 2 to August 4, 2026
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 10:00 AM ( Doors open at 9:00)
Movie Schedule:
• Shrek 2
June 2
• Kung Fu Panda 4
June 9
• Dogman
June 16
• The Secret Life of Pets
June23
• The Wild Robot
June 30
• The Land Before Time
July 7
• Bad Guys 2
July 14
• Trolls
July 21
• How to Train Your Dragon
July 28
• Minions: The Rise of Gru
August 4
Hometown Cinemas – Gun Barrel City, TX
Cost: Free!
Address: 215 Heritage Pkwy, Gun Barrel City, TX 75156
Dates: June 2 to August 6 2026
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Time: 10:00 AM
Movie Schedule:
• Shrek 2
June 2-4
• The Secret Life of Pets
June 9-11
• Bad Guys 2
June 16-18
• Gabby’s Doll House the Movie
June 23-25
• SING
July 7-9
• The Land Before Times
July14-16
• How to Train Your Dragon (Live action)
July21-23
• Trolls
July 28-30
• Minions: The Rise of Gru
Aug 4-6
Lake Country Playhouse & Theater
Cost: $5
Concession Deal: $7 movie ticket + popcorn, fruit snack & small drink
Address: 114 N Johnson St, Mineola, TX 75773
Summer kid movies –
Dates: June 9 – July 28
Days: Mondays
Time: 1:00 PM
Movie Schedule:
• The LEGO Movie
May 25
• The Looney, Looney Bugs Bunny Movie
June 1
• The Goonies (1 PM & 7 PM showing)
• Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1 PM & 7 PM showing)
June 15
• The Minion Movie
June 22
• The Secret Life of NIMH
June 29
Times Square Grand Slam – Tyler, TX
5201 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75703
Dates: June 2 to August 14, 2025
Days: Monday through Thursday
Time: 10:30 AM
Cost: $1 per person
Concession Deal: $5.75 kids combo available during summer movie showtimes.
Movie Schedule:
• The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
June 1
• How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
June 8
• KPop Demon Hunters (2025)
June 15
• Dog Man (2025)
June 22
Studio Movie Grill – Tyler, TX
Cost: $6 per person (includes small popcorn + drink)
Address: 8954 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75703
Dates: May 24 – Aug 14 2026
Days: Monday through Thursday
Time: 10:00 AM
Movie Schedule:
• Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022)
May 25–28
• Sing (2016)
June 1–4
• The Wild Robot (2024)
June 8–11
• Zootopia (2016)
June 15–18
• The Land Before Time (1988)
June 22–25
• How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
June 29–July 2
• The Bad Guys (2022)
July 6–9
• Shrek 2 (2004)
July 13–16
• Kung Fu Panda (2008)
July 20–23
• Dog Man (2025)
July 27–30
• Trolls (2016)
August 3–6
• Curious George (2006)
August 10–13
Mom Tips for a Smooth Movie Outing with Kids:
1. Arrive Early
Get there at least 20–30 minutes before showtime. It gives you time to grab snacks, hit the bathroom, and pick your ideal seats—especially if it’s general admission!
2. Dress in Layers
Theaters are always colder than you expect. Bring light jackets, blankets, or hoodies so your kiddos don’t get chilly halfway through.
3. Bring Cups from Home
Sharing one big tub of popcorn? Bring small plastic or paper cups from home to divvy it up easily—and avoid mid-movie fights over who’s hogging it.
4. Pack Quiet Fidgets
If you have a wiggly little one, bring something quiet they can hold or fiddle with (like a squishy toy or a soft stuffed animal) to keep their hands busy without making noise.
5. Set Expectations Beforehand
Talk about movie manners: sitting still, using quiet voices, no running around. Kids do better when they know what’s expected.
6. Bathroom Before EVERYTHING
Yes, even if they say they don’t have to go. Nothing ruins a good movie moment like a mid-show potty emergency.
7. Bring Wet Wipes & Napkins
Popcorn fingers. Sticky drinks. Mysterious seat gunk. Just trust me on this one.
8. Don’t Feel Bad Leaving Early
Sometimes the movie is too loud, too scary, or your toddler just isn’t having it. It’s okay to call it a day—there’s always next week.
9. Let Them Be Part of the Fun
Have them help pick the movie or “pay” for the tickets. It makes the outing feel special and gives them a little independence.
Visit your local library
Stream something at home.
Stream something at home.
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If I missed any pools, feel free to drop the details in the comments, and I’ll be sure to add them to the list!
Lake Country Playhouse & Theater, Mineola, TX
114 N Johnson St, Mineola, TX 75773
Summer kid movies –
Mondays at 1PM tickets just $5 or $8w/popcorn & sm drink
June 9 The Goonies
June 16 The NeverEnding Story
June 23 The Iron Giant
June 30 Quest for Camelot
July 7 The Little Vampire
July 14 The Scooby Doo Movie
July 21 Mouse Hunt
July 28 Charlotte’s Web
Thank you! I’ll add it to the list.