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Here in Arizona, we are spoiled with sunshine and clear skies about 340 days every year. We decided to take advantage of that, as well as our big backyard, to start hosting outdoor movie parties. With just a little planning and a few supplies, you can have an outdoor movie night of your own!
You’ll need:
Movie projector We bought this Epson PowerLite Home Cinema LCD projector last year and love it. You can also make a projector for your smartphone with one of these tutorials.
Movie Screen For quite a while we used a white tarp with a DIY wood frame, but recently purchased this inflatable projector screen. Not only is it easier to store and assemble, but the picture is crisp and the wind doesn’t blow it around.
Sound We bought DJ speakers (you can see them in the above photo) to use for our home gym and outdoor movie nights. The sound is amazing and they are super loud.
Snacks When you’re watching a movie, you need snacks, right? We bought some boxes of movie theater candy from our local drugstore (they’re always on sale for $1 each) and pre-popped some popcorn. I usually add 1/4 cup popcorn kernels to a paper bag, fold over the top, and microwave on the popcorn setting (no oil needed!) until I hear 2-3 seconds between pops.
Margarita Bar For our last outdoor movie party, guests could make their own NorCal Margaritas at our Margarita Bar. We had tequila, fresh limes and crushed strawberries for squeezing, sparkling water in a nearby refrigerator, and sweetener.
Movies Probably the most important part of an outdoor movie night! I’ve compiled some ideas here for you–I’d love your suggestions in the comments!
What a fun family and friends activity! Your party looks amazing, and you nailed it on every detail! I would love if you would share at my blog party, Celebrate It! It’s where we celebrate the joys of everyday life!
http://thefreshmancook.blogspot.com/2014/08/celebrate-it-blog-party-6.html
Hope to see you there!
What fun. Can’t wait to be there and enjoy these times with you
This sounds like so much fun – I bet my grandkids would love it. Thank you for sharing at Share It One More Time. Cathy
Sounds like a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing at Fluster’s Creative Muster. Pinned!
Can I come to your house to party? Haha You must be the coolest house on the block. Thanks for linking up to Craft Frenzy Friday!
This sounds like SO much fun!!!! Thanks for sharing your idea with us at Fancy This Fridays! Hope you’ll stop by Truly Lovely tomorrow to see your idea featured!!!
Thanks for sharing this frugal idea. I think I’ll use this idea for my daughter’s birthday.