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National Popcorn Day is an annual celebration observed on Sunday, January 19th. This is the perfect excuse to treat yourself by seeing a Movie in Wichita. We have some movie theater popcorn and Popconer deals happening in Wichita.

This day is dedicated to honoring one of the most beloved and timeless snacks – popcorn. People celebrate National Popcorn Day by enjoying popcorn in various forms, whether it’s air-popped, microwave, stovetop, or flavored popcorn. Many individuals and families use this occasion as an opportunity to experiment with different popcorn recipes or try unique toppings.

Popcorn has been a popular and versatile snack for centuries, and National Popcorn Day provides a fun excuse to indulge in this crunchy treat. Whether you prefer sweet, savory, or a mix of flavors, National Popcorn Day encourages people to savor the simple joy of popcorn and share the experience with friends and family.

Popcorn Fun Facts: 

  • Popcorn is over 500 years old.
  • The first commercial popcorn machine was invented by Charles Cretors in 1885.
  • Nebraska produces the most popcorn in America, around 250 million pounds per year.
  • Microwaveable popcorn was invented by Pillsbury in 1982.
  • In 1949, popcorn was temporarily banned from movie theaters for being too loud of a snack.
  • During the World War II sugar shortage, Americans ate 3x more popcorn.
  • America’s Favorite Gourmet Popcorn pops our popcorn at 400°F, which is the ideal temperature for popping popcorn.
  • Popcorn kernels are 4% water, and the water causes popcorn to pop when heated up.
  • In the 1800’s, popcorn was often eaten as a cereal with milk and sugar.

National Popcorn Deals in Wichita 

AMC Theaters National Popcorn Day Deals

  • AMC will have Free unlimited refills on any size popcorn on January 19.
  • This giveaway is open to all customers.
  • If you join AMC Stubs you can get a Free large refill every visit all year and score other deals. 

Wichita AMC Location: 

  • 151 N Penstemon St, Wichita, KS 67226

Regal Cinemas National Popcorn Day Deals

  • Regal Crown Club members will receive a FREE small popcorn with a ticket purchase on January 19 or upgrade to a larger size for an additional cost. 
  • If you are a Regal Crown Club Member, you can score deals all year long. 

Wichita Regal Locaitons:

West Location:

Boulevard Theater (Town West Mall) Last Years Deal: 

Boulevard Theater Locaitons:

  • 4600 W Kellogg Dr, Wichita, KS 67209
  • Old Town – Coming Soon 

Derby Plaza Theater National Popcorn Day Deal:

  • Bring a bucket, and they will fill it with popcorn! – Thanks, Kristy Bansemer, for informing us about this great deal!
  • Location: 1300 N Nelson Dr, Derby, KS 67037

The Popcorner National Popcorn Day Deal: 

The Popcorner is celebrating a day early, and these deals are good on January 18th, 2025

  • A FREE snack-size bag of their Classic White or Gourmet Buttered popcorn with any purchase. 
  • 15% off all popcorn bags on their shelves! (Excluding bushel size, XL size, and special orders)
  • $15.99 – One gallon Touch of Gold tins with Classic White or Gourmet Buttered popcorn or upgrade to a flavored variety for an extra $3 – $5.
    • This is for while supplies last. 
  • If you dont have a rewards account, you can get $5 off your first purchase and start earning rewards. 
 
Popcorner Locations in Wichita:
  • East Popcorner is at 11330 E. Central Ave., Suite 800, Wichita, KS 67206.
  • West Popcorner’s is at 2121 N. Tyler Rd., Suite 141, Wichita, KS 67212

Fun & Easy Popcorn Games: 

  • Each person will need a straw and some popcorn. Competitors will blow through the straw to move the popcorn across a surface. Whoever can blow the popcorn to the finish line the quickest wins.
  • This rhyming game is both amusing and educational! Everyone will sit together in a circle and will take turns coming up with a word that rhymes with “Pop”. Then, you will do the same with the word “corn”.
  • Place popcorn in a bowl. Place an empty bowl about 12” away. Each player has one minute to move the popcorn to the empty bowl, ONE piece at a time, using two toothpicks. The player with the most pieces wins.
  • Stand on a chair (safely with a spotter) and drop pieces of popcorn into a
    cup on the ground. Try to get as many pieces as possible into the target. The player with the most
    pieces in the cup wins.
  • Throw a piece of popcorn as far as you can. The farthest throw wins.
National Popcorn Day Deals

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