Date Night @ the Movies Offers Two-for-One Treats and Special Discounts on Movie Concessions at Cinemas Across the Country Friday, August 22

"Date Night @ the Movies" launches August 22 with 2-for-1 concessions and special promotions at theaters nationwide

Fandango celebrates "Date Night @ The Movies" as presenting sponsor; latest event in nationwide campaign from cinema United and the Cinema Foundation. Check your favorite theatre for their unique offer!

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA ( July 29, 2025 ) -

Cinema United and The Cinema Foundation are introducing “Date Night @ the Movies,” a new national moviegoing event on Friday, August 22. The evening is a celebration of America’s favorite entertainment pastime featuring two-for-one treats – with discounts ranging from popcorn, drinks and other concessions to surprise movie theatre promotions – at thousands of participating locations across the country.

It’s the latest event in the year-long “@ the Movies” campaign. Previous events included National Popcorn Day (January 19) and Sneak Peek Showcase (April 22). Fandango, the nation’s leading online movie ticketing service, returns to the “@ the Movies” program as the presenting sponsor.

“Movies are better experienced together,” says Mike Bowers, Chair of The Cinema Foundation. “’Date Night @ the Movies’ is a celebration of the long-lasting memories we create and share at the cinema. This one-night only event is all about enjoying the big screen with someone special, whether it’s your partner, best friend, new friend, family member or movie-loving plus one.”

“We are excited to join Cinema United and The Cinema Foundation in launching ‘Date Night @ the Movies’ in theatres nationwide on August 22,” said Jerramy Hainline, EVP of Fandango. “Fandango is all about creating a memorable moviegoing experience. We hope we can help fans enjoy movie magic on the big screen while ordering their favorite theatre treats at discounted prices for a great night out at the movies.”

To find theatres and their individual offerings at your local movie theatre, visit AtTheMovies.co (website/app) or Fandango, and check out #TogetherAtTheMovies on social platforms.

About Cinema United
Founded in 1948, Cinema United is the largest exhibition trade organization in the world, representing more than 31,000 movie screens in all 50 states, and more than 30,000 screens in 80 countries worldwide. Its membership includes theatres of all sizes, from the largest cinema chains to one-screen theatres in cities and towns around the world. For additional information, please visit cinemaunited.org.