Looking to escape the heat this weekend? Catch a movie for $4 at a local theater

Thurston County residents can get a cheap reprieve from the upcoming weekend’s forecasted 90-degree temperatures by catching a movie for $4 at two cineplexes, one in Olympia and one in Lacey.

Both Cinemark Theatres and Regal Cinemas are running the $4 movie ticket promotion for National Cinema Day on Sunday, Aug. 27. The deal is good for all show times for one day only, and it includes all movie formats, including IMAX.

Each theater company is running its own deal on snacks. The Cinemark Century at Capital Mall on Olympia’s west side is offering $1 off any size popcorn, soda and candy. The Regal Martin Village on Martin Way in Lacey is offering guests a $4 combo with a small popcorn and small drink, according to its website. Regal Crown Club members also will earn an extra 4,000 credits if the movie they choose on Sunday is in IMAX.

Cinemark is showing nine movies on Sunday, and Regal is showing 15. You can visit their websites for more information on availability and showtimes.

As of Monday’s weather forecast the high temperature on Sunday is expected to reach 93 degrees in Olympia.