Cheap kids’ cinema tickets for the summer holidays

The six-week summer break can feel like a long stretch when you're trying to keep the kids entertained without spending a fortune. Luckily, lots of UK cinemas run special low-cost screenings for families, with tickets from as little as £1 per person. Whether you’re dodging the rain or just fancy a break from the park, here’s how to enjoy a fun (and affordable) morning at the movies.

1. Cineworld – £1 family films this summer

Cineworld has brought back its popular £1 family film screenings for summer 2025. From Friday 25 July to Thursday 28 August, selected kids’ films will be shown every morning for just £1 per ticket – including adults.

2. Cineworld – movies for juniors (£3.99)

Outside the summer deal, Cineworld runs Movies for Juniors all year round. These special screenings cost just £3.99 per person and run on weekend mornings and throughout the school holidays. Adults pay the same price as kids.

3. ODEON – Kids' screenings from £2.75

ODEON runs Kids’ Screenings during school holidays and at weekends, with tickets starting from £2.75 per person. Screenings are usually in the mornings and feature recent family-friendly films. Adults and children all pay the same price.

4. Vue – Mighty Mornings from £2.49

Vue’s Mighty Mornings are available every day during the summer holidays, typically around 10am. Tickets start from just £2.49 per person when booked online.

5. Showcase Cinemas – discounted tickets + Insider offers

Showcase Cinemas offer discounted family films through their Movies for Juniors programme. Tickets are usually around £2.50–£3. You can also sign up for their free Insider scheme, which gives extra discounts on general tickets and snacks.

6. Reel Cinemas – Saturday Morning Club

Reel Cinemas runs a Saturday Morning Club offering kids’ films for around £2.50 per ticket. Screenings vary by location and often include family classics and recent animated releases.

7. Picturehouse – Kids' Club from £3.30

Picturehouse offers Kids’ Club screenings at weekends and during holidays. Tickets start from £3.30 per person and sometimes include activity packs or colouring sheets to keep little ones happy before the film starts.

The cinema deals don’t stop at cheap tickets. Here are a few extra tricks to cut the cost even more:

Use loyalty points and clubcards

• Tesco Clubcard: Swap points for Cineworld or Picturehouse tickets.
• Sky VIP: Get 2 free Vue tickets a month (Sun–Thurs) if you have Sky Cinema.
• Vodafone/Voxi: Get 2 Odeon tickets for £8 with VeryMe Rewards.
• Amazon Prime: Enjoy 2 Odeon tickets for £10 (Mon–Thurs) with the “Prime Premiere” offer.

Try Kids Pass

Sign up for a trial of Kids Pass for £1 and get up to 56% off cinema tickets at major chains, plus discounts on zoos, soft play, and restaurants. Great value if you're planning several trips over the summer.

Get 2-for-1 Meerkat Movies

Buy a cheap one-day travel insurance policy through Compare the Market and get access to Meerkat Movies – 2-for-1 cinema tickets every Tuesday and Wednesday.

Bring your own snacks (if allowed)

Cinema snacks can cost more than the tickets. Most chains allow you to bring in your own cold drinks and sweets. Just check the rules for your chosen cinema.