How to Make Better Movie Nights at Home

A classic movie night at home is a cherished tradition that's stood the test of time. It can't be beat! Even major cinema chains go to great lengths to entice you away from your couch. The lures? Unsurprisingly, all the comforts of home. Sticky floors, stiff seating from the 90s, and sparse cinema snacks have been replaced with restaurant-quality food, movie-themed spirits, and lounge seating. All of these additions make an evening out well worth planning for. But alas, there's still no place like home. 

At home, your favorite beverages are on tap with the snacks of your choice. There's something to being surrounded by the sights and sounds of your own space, snuggled up with the people you love. Nights like this can't be beat, right? But they can be elevated. Instead of confining the experience indoors, venture outside under the open night sky and rustling leaves with a few new must-haves from Solo Stove.

Outdoor movie nights combine the best of both worlds: the comforts of home and the serenity of nature. Solo Stove makes setting up nights under the stars easy by offering the right equipment: a projector screen, lounge chairs, and popcorn maker.

Vista Screen

No projection screen steals the scene like the epic 100-inch Vista. Its sturdy, collapsible, lightweight aluminum frame and convenient carry bag make it an ideal traveling projector. It has stakes and tie-downs for windy evenings and can be assembled in as little as 5 minutes – no tools required. 

Lounge Chairs

Whether you’re enjoying a backyard movie or soaking up the sun, the Solo Stove Lounger provides unmatched comfort. Its lightweight steel frame ensures long-lasting durability and easy transportation. Just take it out of the portable carry bag, unfold it, adjust the backrest to your liking, and rest easy on the pillowy, high-density foam padding. 

Popcorn Maker

No movie night is complete without popcorn. Prepare to change your movie night gatherings forever with popcorn cooked over the coals of your Bonfire. It requires some assembly with a few snaps on the handle, allowing you to enjoy a symphony of popping kernels in no time. 

Try these tasty recipes: Taco PopCorn, “Pig Candy” Bacon Popcorn

Of course, no movie night is complete without fireside crackles from a smokeless Solo Stove fire pit. It casts an amber glow on the occasion and ensures wafts of smoke don’t taint it. Beyond the appeal of pops and crackles (without all the smoke) is the smell of tasty treats cooked over an open fire. Adding a Pi Fire or a Cast Iron Cooktop to the top of your fire pit ensures pizza or burgers are on deck before the movie begins. 

The greatest joy of outdoor movie nights lies in the sense of camaraderie they foster. A unique bond forms when you gather around a fire with your nearest and dearest, sharing stories, laughter, and (of course) popcorn. It's a chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with each other.

So, the next time you're craving a cozy night with a movie, why not take it outside? With a crackling fire pit as your backdrop, comfy seating, and wood-fired treats, you'll elevate your movie night from ordinary to extraordinary, creating an experience that's as magical as it is memorable.