The holidays can be hectic, but take this as your reminder to cozy up and slow it down for a movie night. Whether you’re watching with family, friends, or solo with a mountain of snacks, here’s everything you need for the perfect night in.
The Movie Lineup: Classics You Can’t Skip
A good holiday movie lineup is equal parts nostalgia variety. Here’s our mix:
For the Laughs
- Elf: You’re a cotton headed ninny muggins if you're skipping this one.
- Christmas Vacation: Hilarious holiday chaos with the Griswolds. This one’s my family’s favorite.
- Home Alone & Home Alone 2: Kevin’s antics never get old.
- The Santa Clause: A magical, funny take on becoming Santa.
For the Feels
- The Holiday: Cozy cottages in the English countryside. A perfect holiday rom-com.
- It’s a Wonderful Life: A timeless classic.
- The Polar Express: Magical, a little weird, but undeniably heartwarming.
- Eloise at Christmastime: One of my childhood favorites. Eloise is just a queen.
Animated Favorites
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Jim Carrey or the OG—you can’t go wrong.
- A Charlie Brown Christmas: The soundtrack alone is worth it.
- Frosty the Snowman + Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Claymation nostalgia at its finest.
- 'Twas the Night Before Christmas (1974): A Christmas classic.
- Mickey's Christmas: Another one we watched year after year growing up!
Setting the Scene
Movie nights are all about creating the ambience. Here’s how to make yours extra cozy:
What to Wear
- Harbor Hoodie: My brother says he can’t wear this to school anymore --he falls asleep in class because it's too cozy. Ya snooze, ya win.
- Daily Set: There's nothing like a Surfly Blue Christmas.
- Daily Socks: An elevated essential for your movie night.
Set the Mood
- A plush throw blanket or weighted blanket for extra comfort.
- A few holiday-scented candles for that soft glow.
- Dim the overhead lights and don't forget to plug in your tree<3
Snack Central
- Build a hot cocoa bar. Add whipped cream, candy canes, or even marshmallows toasted in the oven. Here’s a Healthy Hot Chocolate recipe for your enjoyment.
- Popcorn with mix-ins like chocolate chips or mini M&Ms.
- Classic holiday cookies. We also love a Sweet Loren's cookie moment.
Add a Twist to Movie Night
Make your holiday movie night even more memorable with these ideas:
- Matching Pajamas: You can never go wrong with matching PJs.
- Movie Bingo: Create bingo cards with iconic moments or quotes from your chosen film.
- Holiday Trivia: Add a quick game of holiday movie trivia before the show begins.
It’e easy to rush through the holidays, but don’t forget to take a night to slow down and enjoy! Here’s to good movies, great snacks, and the best company.
With love,
Lindsay
P.S. comment any favs I missed!