Looking for something fun to do with the kids this summer that doesn’t cost a fortune? Head to the movie theater! Several movie theaters in Des Moines are offering discounted family movies this summer. Enjoy classic family favorites on the big screen!
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Cheap Summer Family Movies in Des Moines
Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse
Where: Cinemark Century Jordan Creek 20
Cinemark Altoona and XD
Cinemark Ames Movies 12
$1.75 admission plus discounts on snacks. Check theater for times.
June 1-4: Paddington
June 8-11: Sonic The Hedgehog
June 15-18: K-Pop Demon Hunters Sing-a-Long
June 22-25: Shrek Forever
June 29-July 2: The Spongebob Movie
July 6-9: A Minecraft Movie
July 13-16: Dog Man
July 20-23: How to Train Your Dragon
July 27-30: The Bad Guys 2
Aug. 3-6: Gabby’s Dollhouse
Fridley Summer Movie Series at the Palms
Where: 200 Northeast Westgate Drive, Waukee
$2 Admission; showtimes 9:30 am and 12:30 pm
June 10, 11: Dog Man
June 17, 18: Kpop Demon Hunters Sing-a-Long
June 24, 25: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
July 1, 2: Pout-Pout Fish
July 8, 9: How to Train Your Dragon
July 15, 16: The Bad Guys 2
July 22, 23: A Minecraft Movie
July 29, 30: The Lego Movie
Aug. 5, 6: Muppet Treasure Island
Aug. 12, 13: The Sandlot
- Children must be supervised.
- Seating is limited and subject to availability.
- Tickets will be available online the week before or at the box office.
- All shows take place on Wednesday and Thursday
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Camp Flix Summer Series
Where: 3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines
A sensory-conscious movie experience with softer sound, dimmed lights, and space where everyone feels welcome. Enjoy $5 Kids Meals and the famous S’mores Cookie!
June 2: Sing
June 9: The Lego Movie
June 16: Paddington
June 23: The Muppet Movie
July 7: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
July 14: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
July 21: The Land Before Time
July 28: Sonic the Hedgehog
August 4: Trolls World Tour
