Are you looking for a way to change up family time? Want to watch a movie together but can’t go make it to the theater? Ready to relax at home after a busy week? Take movie night to the next level with our guide to creating the ultimate family movie night!
1. Turn your home into a movie theater.
- Create signs using your favorite craft supplies to mimic a theater. These can include a concession stand menu and a “Now Playing” sign with the movie options for the night. You can even make movie tickets to turn in before the movie starts.
- Turn your kitchen into a concession stand and ticket counter. Have your children hand over their tickets as they pick out snacks. Or switch roles and let them work behind the counter!
2. Create a comfortable setup.
- Let your kids pick their favorite cozy pajamas and blankets to cuddle up with during the movie. Pile up the blankets and pillows or make a fort out of sheets and furniture to create a comfortable atmosphere the whole family will enjoy.
- Dim the lights. Use ambient lighting or let the TV screen provide the glow to recreate the feel of a real theater.
3. Let the whole family choose.
- Instead of endless scrolling through streaming services, prepare a few family-friendly movie options in advance. Include different genres to keep it interesting.
- Decide as a family which movie to watch. You can vote, use a spinner wheel or roll dice to make it fun. The movies not selected can go into the running for the next movie night.
4. Enjoy the Experience.
- Watch the movie with your children. Put other electronics away, leave chores for later and enjoy spending quality time all together. Engage with your kids by asking and answering questions about the movie. You might even learn something new from it as well!
Bonding with your family doesn’t have to mean going out every weekend or spending lots of money. Some of the best memories are made at home. We hope this guide sparks joy and creativity within your family and creates a space for new ideas of how to connect at home.