How to Host the Perfect Movie Night at Home

Movie nights are the perfect way to hang out with friends and enjoy your favourite releases or the new blockbuster films. Here at We Buy Any House, we have compiled our top tips on how to host the perfect movie night at home.

Make Some Pre-Film Food:

If you’re inviting your guests over throughout the day before the film starts, then it’s a good idea to rustle up some pre-film food for your guests. Not only is cooking for your guests a great way to win them over, but it’s also a chance for you to get all of the gossip and small talk out of the way so when the film does start, you can all enjoy it uninterrupted. Some great ideas of dishes to make include some hearty soup, a light salad if the weather is warm, or you could even open a ‘help-yourself’ style of buffet- and lay some tacos or fajitas on a table.

Adjust the Seating Arrangement:

If you’re going to host a movie night at your house, then you have to ensure that your guests will be seated comfortably throughout their stay at your home. When it comes to watching a film, the seating you provide is one of the most important things. Most sofas are only large enough to comfortably seat three people, so you may have to do some thinking that is outside the box when it comes to setting your guests. Whether you choose to invest in some comfy bean bags for your guests, or get some floor cushions, you can provide enough seating for your guests that is comfortable. 

Don’t Forget Snacks!

One of the most important things about a movie night is ensuring that you have snacks for your guests. Try not to make the awkward mistake of being unprepared when it comes to your guests asking for snacks. Before your guests arrive, a good idea is to head down to the local shop or supermarket and stock up on snacks and treat for you all to gorge on throughout your movie watching.

Have Refreshments:

Snacks can make you thirsty! So alongside having options for your guests to eat and drink it’s a good idea to have somewhere where your guests can replenish and help themselves to a drink. On a worktop that is easily accessible, it’s a good idea to have varied types of refreshments laid out for your guests to choose from. 

Create an Ambiance with the Lighting:

When you’re at the movie theatre, it’s usually pitch-black, so that everyone’s attention can be on the film. Therefore, it’s a good idea to think about the lighting you want to use in your home, and how you can enhance the cinematic effect of the space. You might want to turn the light off and have it in pitch black, or you could keep on some LED lighting to make the space have a more cinematic effect.

Add Blankets and Cushions:

A great way to make sure everyone can get cosy and enjoy the film, it’s a good idea to gather cushions and pillows for everyone.  This will make the space a lot more homely and give your guests a lot more room to lay their heads if they get tired.

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