How are you celebrating National Popcorn Day? If you’re not sure, then you’re in the right place! Cinemark Theaters announced they’re bringing back the wildly popular BYOBucket promotion from last year, nationwide. Mark your calendars for January 18th and 19th!

Back in 2025, Cinemark had its first-ever Bring Your Own Bucket special, where guests could bring in any clean container up to the concession stand to get fresh, hot popcorn or kettle corn for only $5! The fan-favorite is returning for two days this January, and you don’t even need a movie ticket to get the deal.

This year, Cinemark is partnering with Lowe’s to make your next movie night even better. Fans who bring in a classic blue 5-gallon Lowe’s bucket will not only get the steal of $1 per gallon, but can get a bonus perk of a free medium popcorn coupon with the purchase of a medium fountain drink for a future visit. And don’t worry, they offer liners so you can use anything from the Lowe’s bucket to your purse without a butter spill.

And in related National Popcorn Day news, Cinemark has 4 other promotions for the holiday. Play their Catch The Popcorn Game, where you enter for the chance to win a year’s worth of free popcorn. You can also follow Cinemark on Instagram or X (Twitter) for the chance to win a free large popcorn.

In addition, Cinemark Movie Rewards Members can win 10,ooo bonus points and get 10% off online gift card orders on the 18th and 19th.

We’ll be on the lookout for even more popcorn deals you don’t want to miss. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more!

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