If you love free food as much as I do, you’ll want to mark Monday, January 19th, 2026 on your calendar!

Marcus Theatres is celebrating National Popcorn Day with a FREE large popcorn for every movie ticket holder — and yes, that includes their 8 Minnesota locations!

This is an easy, family-friendly freebie that pairs perfectly with a winter movie day in Minnesota. (And it will be a cold day!)

National Popcorn Day Deal at Marcus Theatres

On Monday, January 19th, every ticket holder at Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern locations will receive:

👉 ONE FREE LARGE POPCORN
(no coupon needed!)

Details to know:

Valid Monday, January 19th only
One free large popcorn per ticket purchased
Redeem in-theatre
Not valid with other offers

If you were already planning a movie night (or just need an excuse to get out of the house), this is a great way to save on concessions.

Scratch-Off Cards = More Free Treats!

Marcus is making things extra fun with popcorn-themed activities and FREE scratch-off cards for every ticket holder.

Each scratch-off card includes a chance to win FREE concession items, such as:

FREE Large Popcorn
FREE Junior Popcorn
FREE Super Combo (Large Drink + Large Popcorn)
FREE Ultra Combo (2 Large Drinks + Large Popcorn)
FREE Large or Regular Fountain Beverage
FREE Large ICEE
FREE Candy (Sour Patch Kids, Skittles, Nerds Gummy Clusters, M&Ms – plain or peanut)
$10 off an Ultimate Popcorn Tub (new purchase)

Scratch-off prizes can be redeemed February 1–28
(Not valid in New York)

More info here.

Extra Perks for Marcus Movie Rewards (MMR) Members

If you’re a Marcus Movie Rewards (MMR) member, you get even more popcorn goodness on January 19:

MMR members can enjoy one of the following:

FREE Junior Popcorn (44 oz.) – one per member
FREE Ultimate Popcorn Tub refills
50% off a 2025 Ultimate Popcorn Tub + FREE refills on January 19

If you go to the movies even a few times a year, MMR can definitely pay off.

Twin Cities Frugal Mom Tip

Movie tickets can add up fast, but this is a great way to:

Skip overpriced popcorn
Let kids share one large popcorn
Turn a regular movie day into a “special” outing without spending extra

Pair this with:

Discount Tuesday tickets (if your location offers them)
Earlier showtimes
Bringing your own candy (check theatre rules!)

Don’t Miss This Freebie!

Where: Marcus Theatres & Movie Tavern (including Minnesota locations)
When: Monday, January 19, 2026
Deal: FREE Large Popcorn with every movie ticket

If you’re looking for an easy, budget-friendly family outing this winter, this one’s a no-brainer.

Plus check out their Kids Winter Dream Series!

Tickets are only $3! Read more here.

See what other deals to watch out for this month: