National Movie Night | Create Your Own Backyard Theater
On National Movie Night, you can take a break from life's stresses and watch a movie at the theater or in your home. Pop some popcorn, grab a blanket and snuggle up with friends and family for great entertainment. It doesn't matter if you're watching a new or classic film: either way, it's sure to be fun! Movies have been bringing people together for over 100 years. The stars and stories entertain us, connect us, and help us create memories we'll always treasure. Who can resist the smell of freshly popped popcorn?
Outdoor Movie Screen • Pottery Barn • $349
For a real movie night experience, you’ll need a portable projector and a screen. Fortunately, there are many outdoor projectors available these days at a variety of prices. Pay attention to the lumens (how bright the projector is) and the resolution at the desired range. You will also want to make sure that your projector can handle your desired content format (Blu-ray, external hard drive, HDMI connection, etc.).
BenQ TH585 1080p Home Entertainment Projector • Projector displays an image that’s bright and crisp enough to rival any TV. • Best Buy • $599
Epson VS260 XGA Projector • Made for outdoor viewing, working in both low-light and brighter situations. • Epson • $369
Cinema, With Style
Style your outdoor theater with blankets and piles of outdoor cushions to give it a cozy look and feel. Don’t forget to light a fire for a little extra ambiance. Hanging string lights from your patio or trees adds a magic tough. And of course, popcorn is a must. Peruse our picks here:
Straight from a family-owned farm in Alabama, it’s ready to zip through the air popper and then take all the toppings you desire.
Stone Hollow Farmstead Premium Non-GMO Popcorn • Stone Hollow Farmstead • $26
Wireless Lantern with Speaker • Allsop • $110 - $140
In the living room, out on the deck...a personal campfire is ready to add a little warmth indoors and out.
FLÎKR Fire Personal Concrete Fireplace • FLÎKR Fire • $99
Globe Bistro String Lights • Allsop • $50
Collapsible Outdoor Wine & Beer Table • Aircraft • $62-64
Sip and Stream!
Make your set-up stress free with a collapsible table. Perfect for sticking in a planter or on the side of your lawn.
Around-the-World Coconut Popcorn Mix • Recipe by Vrunka
It’s Not A Movie Without Popcorn
The smell and sound of a freshly popped buttered batch of popcorn is a must-have for any truly authentic movie-going experience. Feel like switching it up from the standard? Try one of these unconventional recipes!
Perfectly crispy and crunchy popcorn, this recipe is coated in a sweet and salty soy sauce caramel.
Teriyaki Popcorn • Recipe by Wisconsin From Scratch
Kale-Dusted Pecorino Popcorn • Recipe by Deb Perelman
Angostura Bitters-Glazed Popcorn • Recipe by The F+B Department
Party Popcorn • Recipe by Merrill Stubbs
Sticky Caramel Popcorn Balls • Recipe by Samantha Seneviratne
Maple Rosemary Kettle Corn • Recipe by Sustained Kitchen
In search of a backyard primed for outdoor movie nights? Explore our collection of properties below: