Everything You Need for a Kids’ Movie Viewing Party
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Turn Movie Night into an Epic Kid’s Party!
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Throwing a kids’ movie viewing party is a great way to get their friends together for a fun afternoon or evening, and these parties don’t require a whole lot of planning on your part. All you really need is a great movie, some delicious snacks, and the right party supplies. Here’s a guide to all the best party supplies for a kids’ movie viewing party.
Movie Night Popcorn Buckets
Popcorn is the big star of any viewing party, and these movie night popcorn buckets are the perfect way to serve up the classic treat. I love that they’re reusable, so you can bring them out for family movies or any time you want to create a true theater experience at home. The square shape is ideal for making sure butter is evenly distributed, and the generous dimensions ensure there’s plenty of popcorn to last throughout your favorite films. Each one is crafted from durable plastic for lasting use, and the buckets come in a handy 6-count pack.
Movie Viewing Party Snack Trays
Serve up chicken fingers, nachos, pizza, or other favorite foods in these on-theme movie party snack trays. The fun designs look like they came right out of your favorite theater, and the sturdy cardboard construction holds generous portions of foods. Each one is oilproof and easy to assemble. They measure approximately 7 x 8 x 2 inches and come in a 26-count pack, so there’s plenty for all your guests plus leftovers for your next big event.
Clapboard and Star Decorations
Set the scene for your party with this set of clapboard and star decorations. The plastic star features marquee-style LED lights, while the sturdy wood clapboard’s authentic look adds a fun Hollywood theme to movie parties. These decorative accents make a perfect addition to a snack table, giving extra glam to your event. They can also be used for a photo booth if you choose to add one to the party.
Kids’ Movie Party Red Carpet
You can transform the outside of your home to look like the red carpet of any movie premiere! This fabric aisle runner rug comes in a variety of sizes, so you can find the perfect match for the sidewalk to your home. You can also choose a smaller rug for placement in front of a wall inside your home, which you can use for photo shoots with guests. This runner is crafted of thick 80GSM material to withstand plenty of foot traffic, so it can be used over and over again.
Photo Backdrop Fringe Curtain
The perfect companion for your red carpet runway, this photo backdrop fringed curtain sets the scene for photo shoots as each guest arrives. If parents will be dropping their kids off for the party, ask if they want to stay for just a few minutes to take pictures together. You can then print and frame the photos to create sweet thank-you gifts for everyone in attendance. These fringe curtains also work as backdrops behind snack tables or just fun decorations throughout your home. They come in a two-count pack, with each curtain measuring 8 x 6.4 feet, so it’s easy to determine how much you might need to decorate for your kids’ movie viewing party.
Movie Viewing Party Snack Bar
You can create the look of a mini concession stand with this movie night snack bar. The cute design can be reused as part of your home décor, and the four individual compartments provide space for everything from candy bars to applesauce pouches. Handcrafted from solid wood, this snack bar stands up to repeated use during movie night and plenty of parties after.
Kids’ Movie Night Straws
Add extra fun to your movie viewing party with these adorable movie night straws. Designs featuring movie ticket stubs, popcorn, movie cameras, stars, and movie marquees fit in with your party theme, and the spiral design is always a hit with kids. The tops on each one can be moved up and down for easy sipping. These straws come in a handy 24-count pack, so there’s plenty for all your guests.
Nostalgia Movie Night Popcorn Maker
If you really want to commit to the movie theme, or if you plan to throw lots of movie viewing parties, investing in a Nostalgia popcorn maker might make sense for you. This model is a smaller tabletop design, although there are larger floor-standing options available. The fun vintage look makes this popcorn maker a cute decoration, while the fully functional design lets you prepare theater-quality popcorn at home. The stainless steel kettle features it’s own built-in stirring system, and the lighted interior lets kids watch as the popcorn pops!
Nostalgia Frozen Drink Maker
A great companion for your popcorn maker, the Nostalgia frozen drink maker lets you prepare yummy slushies using just ice, salt, and juice or soda (it’s not just for margaritas). Make the drinks and add one of the fun straws listed above to give kids a fun movie theater experience in your home. A cute retro design blends easily with a range of décor themes, so you can keep it on your kitchen counter for year-round drink preparation. Additional features, including a drop tray and cord storage system, keep your counter clutter-free between uses.
Movie Night Balloon Arch Kit
If you want to really go all out, consider this movie night balloon arch kit to set the stage for fun. A collection of 80 latex and confetti balloons add a festive touch to your party, while the ballons spelling out “MOVIE NIGHT” complete the look. This set comes with a roll of adhesive dots and a balloon tape strip, making setup quick and easy. You get all you need to create a fun focal point for your party décor, which doubles as a photo backdrop.
VIP Stage Door Entrance Decoration
Let kids know they’ve arrived at the right place with this cute VIP door cover. The fun design reads “VIP Stage Door Entrance” and is adorned with sparkling stars for a cute finishing touch. Durable polyester construction offers lasting use, so you can bring this decoration out whenever you decide to throw a movie night party. The door cover measures 30 x 60 inches to work with both front and interior doors in your home.
Movie Viewing Party Table Decorations
Depending on how much you want to decorate, these movie party table decorations can make a fun addition to your theme. They’re perfect for accenting a snack table or buffet area, and they’re all easy to set up. Designs include movie marquees, popcorn buckets, and movie award statues. Some designs feature honeycomb tissue paper bases, while others stand up with simple cardboard stands. This set features 12 pieces in all, so you can decorate throughout your home.
Movie Party Tablecloths
Protect your furniture and complete your movie party theme with these movie party tablecloths. They’re available in packs of 1, 3, Or 5 to meet your party needs, and the wipe-clean design makes it easy to clean up accidental spills. A fun red, gold, and black colorway accents the movie icons along the sides, making it easy to coordinate the tablecloth with the rest of your party décor.
Kids’ Movie Party Favor Boxes
Let kids take home their snacks in these movie party favor boxes. The simple design allows for easy assembly, and the fun prints feature movie themes for added fun. There’s plenty of room inside each one to hold candy, cupcakes, or party favors, and the boxes close completely to keep everything tucked neatly inside. These favor boxes come in a 24-count box to accommodate all your guests with maybe some extras left over.
Movie Party VIP Passes
Let all your guests feel like the Very Important People they are with these adorable movie party VIP passes. Lanyards and all-access pass designs create an authentic look, and there’s space on the VIP cards to write in each guest’s name. The lanyards measure up to 15.7 inches long, making them perfectly sized for kids. These cute party favors come in a 10-count pack and require little setup to use.
Reusable Movie Night Drink Cups
These reusable movie drink cups are also great for smaller portions of popcorn and other snacks, and the movie-themed designs coordinate perfectly with your party theme. Each cup holds 16 ounces of liquid, making them ideal for serving refreshing beverages to all the kids at your event. These cups can be saved and reused for future parties or given out as favors to all your guests. They come in a 24-count pack featuring 3 movie designs.
While some of these supplies are disposable, many are not. That means you can make a one-time investment to host countless movie viewing parties for your kids or just fun movie nights for your family. Use these ideas as inspiration to set up other parties, such as Oscar viewing parties with friends. For even more inspiration, check out our post covering must-have supplies for a Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie viewing party.
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