What’s more fun than a warm summer evening outdoors watching a movie under the stars?
Bring the big screen to your backyard!
We’ve got DIY ideas for a family-friendly spot for a stay-at-home backyard movie night.
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Serve some concession stand favorites andcozy upto watch a favorite film under the stars.
Everyone, from kiddos to grandparents, will enjoy this way to spend a warm summer evening together.
Set Up a Concession Stand
Assemble a grab-and-go concession stand on a long table.
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Sparklingtwinkle lightsare a must for lighting that won’t compete with the movie.
Add overhead strings of lights for a shimmering touch that adds a little bit of glamour to your evening.
Keep the seating close together and set up the snacks near the screen for easy mid-movie munching!
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Build a DIY Movie Screen
When the lights go down, it’s showtime!
Stream a movie from a laptop or projector with the help of an extension cord or outdoor outlet.
it’s possible for you to find rolls of tickets at crafts stores or online.
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To make one:
Mix and Match Snack Favorites
Let everyone create their own custom snack blends.
Design a Colorful Centerpiece
Stack colorful ticket spools for a fun, low-cost backyard movie night centerpiece.
Stack the rolls on a tray and finish the display with a vase or jar ofcolorful cut flowers.
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We like the look of multi-color ticket rolls for a display that really makes a statement.
Coordinate the flowers with the ticket colors for an extra-special touch.
Create a clever snack stand with wire pigtail stakes (available at the hardware store) and scrapbook paper.
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Try our favorite blend: driedbasil, garlic salt, Parmesan, and red pepper.
In the mood for something sweet?
Try sprinkling on a mix of cocoa,cinnamon, and sugar.
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Test Kitchen Tip: For something truly decadent (and super sticky!
),marshmallow popcorn ballswill have everyone coming back for seconds, so make plenty!
Grill Up Beef and Veggie Burgers
Two kinds of burgers mean there’s something for everyone!
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We whipped up a batch oflentil veggie burgersand ourbest-ever hamburgers.
An assortment of buns, from plain to pretzel, will make everyone happy.
Serve Hot Dogs with Toppings
If hamburgers aren’t your style, go with hotdogs orbratwurstinstead!
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These dogs are all about the toppings.
Pour Rolling Root Beer Floats
It’s time for a brief intermission!
Fill a galvanized party tub with ice, and place ice cream and root beer bottles in it.
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Toast Up DIY S’Mores
Paper berry baskets corral classics’mores ingredientsin individual servings for guests.
Silver Screen Sweets
It wouldn’t be a backyard movie night without popcorn and candy!
Set out a mix ofclassic candy favoritesand small cups for mixing.
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Try asweet-salty blend of homemade popcorn, chocolates, and gummy candies.
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Credit: Rebekah Molloy
Credit: Rebekah Molloy
