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5 Tips to Host Memorable Movie Nights at Home

Craving a trip to the theater, minus the trip? Take refuge from winter weather by making your own home film friendly using these suggestions from Costco.com.

1. Build a pop-up popcorn stand

Movie night isn't complete without popcorn. If you're aiming for authenticity, invest in your own popcorn machine, providing guests with brown paper bags and a variety of add-ons to choose from.

Pro-Tip: Not sure what toppings to include as a part of your popcorn bar? Try chocolate, candies, salted nuts, pretzel pieces, caramel chunks and peanut butter cups.

2. Flavor the night with the right kind of fare

Popcorn aside, there are lots of concession stand classics you can recreate at home, such as hot dogs, nachos or personal pizzas. A kitchen cart makes an excellent makeshift stand.

Pro-Tip: You also can pair food and drinks with the film. For example, if you're playing a holiday classic, set out hot cocoa, candy canes and fresh-baked cookies.

3. Go big on the surround sound

A true home theatre experience calls for surround sound. While there is a general formula for optimizing audio, every space is different, so test speakers at various heights and locations.

Pro-Tip: A plush carpet can help absorb sound when it spikes during louder scenes, helping create a barrier that those in neighboring rooms will appreciate.

4. Block the light with window treatments

Try to avoid setting up shop in a room that receives a lot of natural light, opting instead for a den-like space. Heavy window coverings help finish the job, creating a theatre-like ambiance.

Pro-Tip: Dark is good, but too dark is downright inconvenient. Dim lamps or string lights hung along the room's perimeter offer just enough visibility for coming, going and, of course, snacking.

5. Create comfortable seating

Keep a set of bean bag chairs on hand so viewers can sit back, relax and enjoy the show from anywhere in the room – especially if your everyday seating is a bit more limited.

Pro-Tip: Use a chalkboard and more string lights to create a household marquee, turning it on in the evening to reveal a title and a showtime.