Here Are 11 Amazing Places To See A Movie In Arizona For Less Than $5

Looking for something to do this week that won’t make your wallet cry? If watching movies is one of your favorite pastimes, you’ll want to check out these spots where you can catch one for a hefty discount. These theaters and other venues show movies that will cost you $5 or less. In some cases, they’re even free!

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Don’t mind waiting a few weeks to see the latest action movie? If you’re in the Tucson area, this is one of the theaters you’ll want to check out for a great discount.

Address: 770 North Kolb Road, Tucson
Admission: $3.50 daily, $1.50 on Tuesdays

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The summer temperatures may be hot in Tucson into the evenings but a night on the golf green is actually much cooler than you would expect. It’s also the perfect place to enjoy a family-friendly movie on the third Saturday of every month.

Address: Oro Valley Community Center, 10555 North La Cañada Drive, Oro Valley
Admission: Free!
Details: orovalleyaz.gov

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If your Friday nights have been the same for months, make a small change by heading out to Tucson’s Movies in the Park! Hosted every first Friday between May and September, you can enjoy a variety of free movies and local food vendors with your family.

Address: Reid Park, 920 South Concert Place, Tucson
Admission: Free!
Details: saaca.org

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Each summer when the temperatures in Flagstaff are just right, the city hosts a free family movie night at Heritage Square every Saturday. In fact, you won’t only be treated to a free movie but also musical entertainment.

Address: Heritage Square, 111 West Birch Avenue, Flagstaff
Admission: Free!
Details: flagdba.com

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Here’s yet another chance to enjoy a movie outside with your family! Grab a couple blankets, some snacks, and head out to watch a free movie once the sun sets.

Address: Location varies
Admission: Free!
Details: maricopa-az.gov

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A play on the phrase "Netflix and chill," this is a fun social gathering for adults. Enjoy a glass of wine or two with some tasty food and a classic movie under the stars.

Address: 3450 Highway 82, Sonoita
Admission: Free!
Details: azhopsandvines.com

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Quite a few theaters offer admission discounts but this is one of the few you’ll find in the Verde Valley. On Tuesdays, the Picture Show has a $5 admission for all their movies. What better way to relax after a hectic day at work than at a movie?

Address: 1771 State Route 69, Prescott
Admission: $5.00 on Tuesdays

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The only thing better than seeing a movie after a rough day is getting an amazing discount. This East Valley theater offers one of the best movie prices you’ll find with showings as low as $1 per person!

Address: 6555 East Southern Avenue, Mesa
Admission: $2.00 daily, $1.00 on Tuesdays

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On the outside, this looks like a pretty standard East Valley movie theater but the pink interior, neon lights, and abundance of movie character mannequins will remind you this is no place you’ve seen before and probably won't forget!

Address: 1825 East Elliot Road, Tempe
Admission: $3.50 daily, $2.50 on Tuesdays

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You know what makes a movie experience even better? A discount and tasty popcorn, which is exactly what you’ll find at this discount theater. Don’t forget to get a picture walking down the movie tunnel.

Address: 2710 West Bell Road, Phoenix
Admission: $3.00 daily, $1.50 on Tuesdays

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Prefer movies from the good ol’ days? You can enjoy one of your favorite flicks at a vintage price on Tuesdays in most Harkins theatres. Additionally, during the summer months you can take your kids (or grandkids) to the movies for a deep discount.

Locations: harkinstheatres.com
Admission: $5.00 for Tuesday Night Classics, $2.00 for Summer Movie Fun

If this got you in the mood for some movies, don’t forget to look into some that were filmed right here in Arizona! You can read about some of them in Most People Don’t Know These 8 Classic Spooky Films Were Filmed In Arizona.