How to Put Together A Kids Movie Party
A movie night makes a great theme for a kid's party. It is especially suitable for older children and teens who may prefer a more grown-up activity to traditional party games. Creating a movie night at home is less expensive than a trip to the theater if you are hosting a large group. Provide the same kinds of food and snacks that kids would enjoy on a trip out to the movies. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Movie ticket invitations
- Red carpet
- Gold balloons
- Movie posters
- DVD or Blu-ray player
- DVD's or Blu-rays
- Hot dogs
- Pizza
- Play money
- Popcorn
- Candies
- Large paper cups with lids
- Drinking straws
- Soda
- Ice-cream cups
- Party favors
Instructions
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Send out invitations in the shape of an oversized movie ticket, headed "Movie Pass: Admit One." List the movie, date, start time and address. Have the kids bring their tickets to hand in as they arrive.
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Set the scene by placing a strip of red carpet at the entrance to the house. Pin up gold balloons and movie posters for a glamorous feel. Prepare the viewing area with plenty of seating and cushions.
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Serve pizza and hot dogs before the movie. Have the kids sit at a table to eat to avoid food spills in the living room.
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Give each child some play money and set up a concession stand. Have an interval during the movie for the kids to buy snacks such as popcorn, candy and sodas. Serve the sodas in large paper cups with lids and straws.
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After the movie, serve ice-cream cups for the kids to eat while reviewing the film.
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Have an awards ceremony at the end of the party when you hand out party favors. Have funny award categories, such as "Noisiest Popcorn Eater" or "Loudest Laugh."
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Tips & Warnings
Have guests dress in glamorous Oscar-style garb if you wish.
Pin the name of a movie star to the back of each guest as they arrive and have them play 20 questions to find out who they are.
Make sure the movies you choose are age-appropriate.
Consider that some young children are more easily frightened than others --- check with parents if you are unsure about a movie choice.
References
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