‘Tis the season for Holiday Movies, timeless Christmas classics, and fantastic deals on movie ticket prices! If you’re in search of films to infuse that holiday spirit, look no further. We’ve curated a list of the finest movies playing in Wichita this festive season.
Various theaters in Wichita are gearing up to showcase a mix of classic and newer holiday movies. Dive into the festive atmosphere and enjoy these delightful movie events happening throughout town on the big screen!
(FYI, The Orpheum usually has a BOGO sale on its Anniversary Film Series around this time of year. Great gift idea for someone who loves classic movies.)
Christmas Movies and Classic Holiday Movies in Wichita
Remember, recent years have been so different for events — double-check any of these before you head out. We are trying to keep up with events and activities but sometimes they just slip past us!
Here are the venues we typically see the wonderful classic holiday movies and heartwarming Christmas movies playing:
- Wichita Warren/Regal Cinemas
- Wichita Orpheum Theatre
- Historic Augusta Theater
- Crowup Uptown
- Starlite Drive-In
Christmas Movies & Holiday Films in Wichita 2025
Kansas Cosmosphere 13 Days of Christmas Movies
Dates: Daily December 12-24, 2025
Location: Walter & Velma Justice Planetarium inside the KS Cosmosphere, 1100 N. Plum St., Hutchinson, KS 67501
Movie Schedule:
Dec. 12th, 7pm: A Christmas Story
Dec. 13th, 7pm: Christmas Carol
Dec. 14th, 7pm: Christmas with the Kranks
Dec. 15th, 7pm: Ernest Saves Christmas
Dec. 16th, 7pm: Santa Clause
Dec. 17th, 7pm: Harold & Kumar Christmas
Dec. 18th, 7pm: Santa Clause 2
Dec. 19th, 7pm: Scrooged
Dec. 20th, 7pm: Muppet Christmas Carol
Dec. 21st, 7pm: Grinch
Dec. 22nd, 7pm: Rise of the Guardians
Dec. 23rd, 7pm: Holiday Inn
Dec. 24th, 3pm: White Christmas
Tickets: TBA
Info: Visit the 13 Days of Christmas Movies event page here
Kansas Cosmosphere Polar Express
Dates: December 12-24, 2025
Times: showing at 7 p.m. Dec.12-23 & at 3 p.m. on Dec. 24
Location: Carey Digital Dome Theater, KS Cosmosphere, 1100 N. Plum St., Hutchinson, KS 67501
Tickets: TBA
Info: See the event page here at the KS Cosmo website
Augusta Historic Theatre: Bisagno Annual Christmas
Dates: December 13, 2025
Times: 9:50 am – Noon
Location: Augusta Historic Theatre
Tickets: $6.50
The historic theater in Augusta, KS, is hosting a free family movie night and a photo opportunity with Santa.
Regal Holiday Classics
Full Article: Regal Holiday Movie Deals
On weekends in December, both the Regal Warren East and the Regal Warren West will be showing classic holiday movies for just a $5 ticket price. What a fun deal! These will be matinee showings. Read the full article for all the details.
Christmas Vacation presented by the Orpheum Theater
Date: December 12, 2025
Time: 7 pm, doors open at 5 pm
Join KFDI, Classic Rock 104.5, and T95 for our annual holiday screening of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Since the Orpheum is closed for restoration, this year’s event takes place at Century II Mary Jane Teall Theater. The party starts at 5:30 p.m. with food specials, themed drinks, games, and prizes. Costumes encouraged!
Tickets: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
- $15.64 in advance, and the price will increase on the day of the show
Starlite Drive-In
Full Article: Starlite Drive-In
The Starlite Drive-In typically closes for the season in early December, so if you’re planning a movie night under the stars, don’t wait too long! I’m not sure what their holiday lineup will be this year, but a trip to the drive-in is always a great idea. There’s something magical about bundling up in blankets, sipping hot cocoa, and watching a movie beneath the night sky. It’s one of those classic Wichita traditions my family loves—simple, affordable, and full of nostalgia. Whether it’s a Christmas favorite or a new release, the Starlite always makes it feel like a cozy family night out.
Past Christmas Movies
These movies are from Christmas past. We left them here in case they come back for 2024!
The Grinch at Crowup Uptown Theater at 2 pm. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids.
The Holiday at Crow Uptown Theater at 8 pm, and doors open at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $8
Home Alone at Crowup Uptown Theater at 2pm. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids.
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation at Crowup Uptown Theater at 8 pm, and doors open at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $8 and $5 for adults
Related:
December Ultimate list of Deals, Events, and more in Wichita
Holiday things to do in Wichita, KS
Regal Classic Holiday Movie Series
2 Responses
Just an FYI so you’ll know. We visited Cabela’s “Wonderland” and unfortunately it is NOT what is being advertised in the video playing. They do not have room at the Wichita one for all of that wonderful stuff 🙁 So sad when we took all 5 grandkids! Looks like a lot of fun for those stores that have that type of room!
Aww! That’s disappointing. Thanks for letting us know. You mean the additional activities? They did have Santa though, right? And some kids’ crafts, I hope.