The Loft Cinema is bringing nine days of free movies to kids and kids at heart.
Loft Kids Fest is back and it kicks off on Friday, July 21 with an underwater-adventure-themed party at Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd. At this event, children can participate in family-friendly activities, ride the Trail Dust Town rides and meet resident mermaid Odette.
Then starting on Saturday, July 22 you can enjoy free movies. The kids fest starts off with two screenings of "Cinderella" (2015), followed by eight more days of movies. Each day includes free popcorn, free kid-friendly crafts with Mildred & Dildred and other activities.
Pro tip: Get there early to guarantee yourself a spot. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. every day.
"The Loft Kids Fest is almost always filled to capacity, so if you can come early and line up, you should have no problem getting a seat," said Shawna DaCosta, director of education and engagement at The Loft.
Here's the line up:
• July 22: "Cinderella" (2015) at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
• July 23: "Kubo and the Two Strings" at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
• July 24: "Disneynature: Oceans" at 10 a.m.
• July 25: "Akeelah and the Bee" at 10 a.m.
• July 26: "Bee Movie" at 10 a.m.
• July 27: "The Sandlot" at 10 a.m.
• July 28: "Looney Tunes" at 10 a.m.
• July 29: "Ponyo" at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
• July 30: "Ice Age" at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
If you go
What: Underwater Adventure Kick-Off Party & Loft Kids Fest
When: The kick-off is on Friday, July 21 starting at 5:30 p.m. and the movies play from July 22-July 30. You can find the full schedule here.
Where: Party at Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd. and movies at The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
Cost: Both events are free to attend.
