Whether you’re looking for a family movie day, a play date or an activity idea for the babysitter, we’ve got you covered with affordable summer movies in the Gainesville area under $8.
This summer movie guide is compiled based on research into cinema deals and offerings in the Gainesville area, as well as theater websites.
Regal Cinemas
$1 Summer Movies
WHAT TO KNOW: Through Regal’s Summer Movie Express, enjoy a series of family movies on select days each week for $1.
WHEN: Monday through Thursday at 11 a.m., from June 1 to August 13.
DISCOUNTED SNACKS: Attendees will receive $3 off a Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, popcorn, fruit gummies and/or a cup of Dippin’ Dots ice cream.
MOVIE SHOWINGS: Movies include “Minions and Monsters” and “Forgotten Island.”
LOCATIONS: There are three Regal locations in Gainesville: Regal Butler Town Center, Regal Royal Park and Regal Celebration Pointe 10 & RPX.
Regal Value Days
WHAT TO KNOW: Through Regal Value Days, loyalty members enjoy movies on Tuesday for $8.99 or less. Average Value Day ticket pricing is $6.99. Try booking your ticket in person to avoid the added online convenience fee. Joining the rewards program is free.
WHEN: All day every Tuesday.
DISCOUNTED SNACKS: Regal Crown Club members get 50% off popcorn every Tuesday.
MOVIE SHOWINGS: New child-friendly summer movie releases include “Toy Story 5,” “Minions 3,” “Moana Live-Action” and “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.”
LOCATION: There are three Regal locations in Gainesville: Regal Butler Town Center, Regal Royal Park and Regal Celebration Pointe 10 & RPX.
Kika Silva Pla Planetarium
WHAT TO KNOW: The Kika Silva Pla Planetarium is a domed theater in Santa Fe College that offers astronomy-themed shows and movies for the whole family. Tickets are about $6 to $8.
WHEN: Visit the planetarium’s website to view its calendar of scheduled films.
MOVIE SHOWINGS: Kika Silva Pla features astronomy, documentary and nature-themed showings such as “Daughter of the Stars,” “Expedition Reef” and “Florida Skies.”
LOCATION: Located at 3000 NW 83 St., Building X-129, Gainesville.
Alachua County Library District
Morning Movies and Wednesday Matinee Movies
WHAT TO KNOW: At a variety of Alachua County Library District branches, your kids and tweens can enjoy free movies.
MOVIE SHOWINGS: Live-action and animated films.
LOCATION: Click here to view upcoming free movies and branch information near you.
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