DIY Movie Concession Stand

2 min read September 13, 2026 Mariah Leeson
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Now playing on a lawn near you, an Under the Stars Themed Movie Night! Celebrate summer with a backyard movie and a star-studded DIY Movie Concession Stand filled with all your favorite movie treats!

Project Time
40 to 50 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Transform the Big Top Table Tent by gluing the Black with Silver Stars Gossamer to the red sections. I doubled up the fabric so it wasn't see-through and folded it to fit in each red section of the tent awning. Use a pair of scissors to trim the scalloped edge and hot glue the fabric in place.

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Step
2

Attach the awning to the tabletop frame. Using tape attach the concession sign from the Movie Night Directional Sign kit to the top bar just under the awning.

DIY Movie Concession Stand step 2
Step
3

Hang the Silver Accent Bulb String Lights across the front of the awning. These lights are perfect because they're battery operated and add the perfect amount of twinkle to your concession stand.

DIY Movie Concession Stand step 3
Step
4

Create a balloon garland using the Moon & Stars Balloon Kit. Attach the garland to the tabletop tent using zip-ties or string.

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Step
5

Download and print the free Under the Stars Concession Stand printables. Cut out the food tent labels and signs to display on your concession stand.

DIY Movie Concession Stand step 5
Step
6

Fill glass jars and containers with candy, popcorn, and star-themed movie snacks. Add the food labels to the containers and don't forget to display the free printable "Star Grazing" sign.

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Step
7

Give each guest a Movie Night Snack Tray so they can easily load up on their favorite snacks before the movie starts.

DIY Movie Concession Stand step 7
Step
8

Open your concession stand for business before the movie starts. Kids will love being able to pick out their favorite snacks and getting treats at this star-studded concession stand!

See the entire Under the Stars Backyard Movie Party and see how to make your own DIY Backyard Tents and Star Gazing Kaleidoscopes.

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