There is nothing more fun than cuddling up and watching movies with your family and friends, and what’s more fun than a movie night in your very own backyard? Transforming your outdoor space into a cozy movie theater will be fun for the whole family. Here are seven ideas for creating an outdoor movie area in your backyard.
1. Create a Backyard You Want to Be In
Before you can perfect your outdoor movie theater, you need to make sure that you have a backyard that can sustain this setup. Working with a high-quality hardscape company is a great place to start, and a professional service will know what will work best for your space.
2. Use Lighting to Create Ambience
You want to create a cozy feel for your outdoor cinema, and that starts with the right lighting. An easy way to create a moody, dreamy backdrop is by stringing fairy lights around your setup. You may also want to consider investing in specific outdoor lights to keep the bugs away.
3. Think About the Big Screen
While this may sound obvious, the most important part of your outdoor movie theater is the screen that you play movies on. There are many different ways to approach this. For simplicity’s sake, consider starting with a sheet screen and a projector. Some can even project right from your phone!
4. Don’t Skimp on Seating
When viewing your favorite film, you want to make sure you are comfortable. Make sure to include a soft outdoor sofa, or some yard-friendly pillows for you and your guests to lounge on while you watch. The more snug and pleasant your seating arrangements, the more your guests will want to come back!
5. Did Someone Say Popcorn?
While investing in your outdoor movie theater, we suggest going for an outdoor popcorn machine. Salty, buttery, fresh popcorn is part of the great nostalgia of going to the movies, so why not add it to your home theater? There are a wide array of popcorn machines for your home that are available in all shapes and sizes and for all budgets.
6. Invest in Audio
Audio is one thing that you don’t want to cut corners on when it comes to your outdoor theater. Investing in a high quality blue-tooth speaker or audio system will enhance your viewing experience and will bring your home theater to the next level.
7. Have a Plan for Bugs
In addition to the bug-repelling lights we talked about earlier, you may also want to consider adding citronella candles, a bug zapper, or bug spray to your setup. While many people love being outside, bugs can put a real damper on any outdoor activity, especially one like a movie that entails sitting for long periods of time. Investing in good bug prevention can go a long way.
With all of these tips, you will have the outdoor movie theater of your dreams in no time at all and your friends and family will thank you!
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