Host a DIY Family Movie Night Your Kids Will Love

You’d be hard-pressed to find a kid who doesn’t love movie night. Settling in for a good movie is a great way for the whole family to relax and spend time together, and sweet and salty snacks make it even better! However, going to the theater isn’t always possible thanks to the pandemic and the price of movie tickets. 

Luckily, it’s easier than ever to stream your favorite movies from home. So next time your family is craving a trip to the theater, try getting creative and hosting a family movie night. It’s easier than it sounds! Read on to discover the best ways to host a family movie night your kids will love. 

Build a Cozy Fort

Getting comfy when settling in for a movie is a must. Every kid loves forts, so what could be better than building a cozy pillow fort for your kids to snuggle up in while watching the movie? You can turn this into a family activity or let your kids get creative and build it themselves. 

If forts aren’t your cup of tea, try creating a comfy place for the whole family to sit instead. Create a nest out of all the pillows and blankets you can find, or break out the bean bag chairs for your kids while you cozy up on the couch. No matter what you choose, it will definitely beat uncomfortable movie theater chairs! 

Set up a Snack Bar

One-up the local theater by setting up a snack bar in your kitchen full of your family’s favorite sweets and treats. Kids will love being able to pick out their own snacks for the movie, and you can take it one step further by letting them “pay” for their snacks with fake money. 

You can even extend the fun by making treats together as a family ahead of time. Pop popcorn together, bake sweets from scratch or make trail mix using your favorite ingredients. Making treats together is a great way to bond with your family. Popcorn is not only a classic movie snack, but it’s endlessly versatile for all taste buds – start with a base of sea salt popcorn, and add virtually any flavors you like! From garlic and Parmesan to chocolate drizzle – there’s a popcorn flavor variation for everyone.

Craft or Play While You Watch

Kids always seem to be full of energy, and they might need a little something extra to keep them engaged during the movie. If you’re re-watching a family favorite, try creating a trivia game and quiz your kids to see what they can remember. You can also print off coloring sheets or have your kids come up with their own craft projects to go along with the movie if you’re feeling creative.

Have a “Theme” Night

Having a themed watch party is a great way to bring your family movie night to the next level. You can have your kids dress up as their favorite characters, decorate your living space to match the setting, or even create games and activities that match the theme of the movie. And it doesn’t have to be complicated! It could be as simple as practicing spells together when getting ready to watch Harry Potter or drawing pictures of your favorite characters to post around the house. 

Create Custom Movie Tickets

Make the experience feel even more authentic by creating custom movie tickets for each of your family members. You can add your theme, movie title and event details to each custom ticket and print them off right from home! Simply choose a template and use this ticket generator to create your personalized movie tickets.