KATY, Texas — Popcorn fans in Katy have a reason to grab a bucket and head to the movies today.
Cinemark is bringing back its popular Bring Your Own Bucket popcorn promotion for Sunday, September 6, 2026, giving guests the chance to fill their own container with movie theater popcorn for just $5.
For Katy-area residents, the local theater is Cinemark Katy and XD, located at 1030 W. Grand Pkwy N., Katy, TX 77449.
How the $5 Popcorn Deal Works
Cinemark says customers can bring their own creative container and have it filled with popcorn for $5. There is one important limit: the container can hold up to 400 ounces, which Cinemark says is approximately the equivalent of two XL popcorns.
And Cinemark appears to be encouraging customers to have some fun with it.
The company says almost anything can serve as a bucket, giving examples ranging from a traditional container to a traffic cone, guitar case or even a cowboy hat.
That means families heading out around Katy today may want to get creative before making their popcorn run.
One Day Only
Katy residents interested in the deal should not wait. Cinemark’s official promotion page says the special engagement ends September 6, 2026, making this a one-day opportunity.
The promotion follows the popularity of Cinemark’s earlier Bring Your Own Bucket event tied to National Popcorn Day. Cinemark says it decided to bring the promotion back for a special September engagement.
Kettle corn may also be available at select Cinemark locations, although availability can vary by theater.
Where to Go in Katy
Cinemark Katy and XD
1030 W. Grand Pkwy N.
Katy, TX 77449
Phone: 281-371-6008
The Grand Parkway theater features Cinemark XD, luxury loungers, stadium seating, an expanded food menu and other amenities.
For families looking for something inexpensive to do on a Sunday, the $5 popcorn promotion could make for an unusual Katy outing — especially for anyone willing to show up carrying their most creative popcorn container.
Just remember: the bigger the bucket, the more popcorn — but Cinemark’s maximum is 400 ounces.
The $5 Bring Your Own Bucket promotion is scheduled to end today, Sunday, September 6.
