Question 1

Does Backyard Cinemas host indoor and outdoor events?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We bring the complete cinema experience indoors and outdoors. Arcade setups only available indoors at this time.  ​

Question 2

When does indoor season start?

Accepted Answer

11/30/24 and all year round in '25!​  ​

Question 3

When does outdoor season start?

Accepted Answer

4/1/25 and runs through early November.

Question 4

Can I do an outdoor event in the winter?  ​

Accepted Answer

Winter outdoor event hosts must provide proof of heating before our site walk. Proof includes ownership of heating lamps, invoice for a rental or a method deemed satisfactory by Backyard Cinemas Operations.

Question 5

How many people can your concessions accommodate at a screening?

Accepted Answer

Our concession stand serves up 12 people. If you are interested in serving more than this, a charge of $79 is added to your bill per 12 additional guests. For more than 48 guests, go with a tailgate or bundle package

Question 6

What content can we watch?

Accepted Answer

For HOME BACKYARD/LOT EVENTS, your party can stream any title from a streaming service as long as you have access to it. If you choose to rent a movie, there is an additional rental fee. If you have any special requests, such as a sporting event, home video, or more, we are happy to work with you.     For PUBLIC EVENTS, we work with a distribution company to acquire licensing for every film we screen. This applies to anywhere outside on an individual's private property. This rule applies to schools, camps, religious spaces, lake clubs, parking lots and fairs/festivals. Backyard Cinemas strictly adheres to all U.S. content distribution laws. There are absolutely no exceptions to content screening charges as this is determined by the film studio.  ​  Content selection by the time of the Kick-Off meeting 10 days prior to your event.

Question 7

What games can we play?

Accepted Answer

Players may use on their own system or a Backyard Cinemas system, depending on package selection. Some hosts may want to play games using their saved profile. This can only be done on your console! We recommend party games that allow as many people to participate as possible. Add on our Classic Arcade machine for twice the fun at the same time.

Question 8

What happens if it rains during my outdoor event?

Accepted Answer

We are happy to reschedule your outdoor event or provide a refund of your deposit. If there is inclement weather in the forecast, we will notify you 72 hours prior to your event. Our team reserves the right to cancel any event due to inclement weather if there is heavy rain, high winds, or thunder within 3 hours of the event start. If you would like to rebook, we will hold your $149 deposit.

Question 9

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

You must inform us within 10 days of the event to guarantee a refund of your $149 deposit. Any late cancellations will result in a forfeiture of deposit fee. Inclement weather for outdoor events is the only exception to this policy.

Question 10

Can we customize our package?

Accepted Answer

Our team is happy to assist with any special request. We also offer add-ons like screen upgrades, lighting packages, food vendors and custom giveaways! We can tailor any package to the specific needs of your party. Please reach out at support@backyardcinemas.co for more info!  ​

BIRTHDAYS | GRADUATIONS | SCHOOLS | CAMPS | CORPORATE PRIVATE & PUBLIC CUSTOM EVENTS RESTAURANTS | BARS | BREWERIES | COUNTRY CLUBS

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CELEBRATING 5 SEASONS OF CREATING COMMUNITY

AT BACKYARD CINEMAS, WE BRING THE BIG SCREEN TO YOU! OUR POP-UP EXPERIENCE DELIVERS THE AMBIANCE OF A DRIVE-IN MOVIE THEATER TO YOUR EVENT SPACE

HOW IT WORKS

MOVIE NIGHT

WATCH PARTY

ARCADE

FIELD DAY

ESSENTIAL

CUSTOM

TAILGATE

PREMIUM

GLOW STICKS

BENCH SEATING

EVENT POSTERS

SOUVENIR TICKETS

CONCESSIONS FOR 12+ GUESTS

FIELD DAY

FOOD TRUCK

DESSERT VENDOR

EMERSIVE MOVIES AND VIDEO GAMES IN YOUR EVENT SPACE

OUR 10 FT SHORT THROW PROJECTION SCREEN BRINGS THE 4K MOVIES AND GAMING TO ANY EVENT SPACE. PERFECT FOR PARTIES 12-48 GUESTS

INDOORS OR OUTDOORS

ESSENTIAL AND CUSTOM

A FRONT ROW SEAT IN YOUR BACKYARD!

OUR 20 FT & 30 FT 4K PROJECTION SCREENS BRING THE MOVIE MAGIC TO ANY OUTDOOR EVENT SPACE PRIVATE OR PUBLIC EVENTS UP TO 400 GUESTS

PROUDLY SERVING THE TRI-STATE AREA REGIONAL EXCEPTIONS BY REQUEST

PREMIUM AND TAILGATE

EVENT REQUIREMENTS

INDOOR EVENT 8 FT CEILING 2X OUTLET ACCESS 8X10 FT SCREEN AREA 10X10 FT SEATING AREA

PRIVATE EVENT ACCURATE GUEST COUNT ALLERGIES & SENSITIVITIES APPROVED EVENT LOCATION COMPLIMETARY SITE WALK OR SITE PHOTOS

OUTDOOR EVENT GOOD WEATHER 2X OUTLET ACCESS 8X10 FT SCREEN AREA 10X10 FT SEATING AREA

PUBLIC EVENT ESTIMATED GUEST COUNT MOVIE SCREENING LICENSE SCREENING LOCATION PERMIT COMPLIMENTARY SITE WALK OR SITE PHOTOS

SWANK MOVIE LICENSE REQUIRED FOR ALL PUBLIC EVENTS

Now Featuring

SAMPLE ITINERARY

EVENT SET UP

6:30pm - 7:30pm

ARCADE PLAY

7:30pm - 8:30pm

MOVIE SCREENING

8:30pm - 10:30pm

EVENT CLEAN UP

10:30pm - 11:00pm

BIRTHDAYS | GRADUATIONS | SCHOOLS | CAMPS | CORPORATE
PRIVATE & PUBLIC CUSTOM EVENTS
RESTAURANTS | BARS | BREWERIES | COUNTRY CLUBS

AT BACKYARD CINEMAS, WE BRING THE BIG SCREEN TO YOU!
OUR POP-UP EXPERIENCE DELIVERS THE AMBIANCE OF A
DRIVE-IN MOVIE THEATER TO YOUR EVENT SPACE

CONCESSIONS
FOR 12+ GUESTS

EMERSIVE MOVIES
AND VIDEO GAMES
IN YOUR EVENT SPACE

OUR 10 FT SHORT THROW PROJECTION SCREEN BRINGS THE 4K MOVIES AND GAMING TO ANY EVENT SPACE.
PERFECT FOR PARTIES 12-48 GUESTS

OUR 20 FT & 30 FT 4K PROJECTION SCREENS BRING THE MOVIE MAGIC TO ANY OUTDOOR EVENT SPACE
PRIVATE OR PUBLIC EVENTS UP TO 400 GUESTS

PROUDLY SERVING THE TRI-STATE AREA
REGIONAL EXCEPTIONS BY REQUEST

INDOOR EVENT
8 FT CEILING
2X OUTLET ACCESS
8X10 FT SCREEN AREA
10X10 FT SEATING AREA

PRIVATE EVENT
ACCURATE GUEST COUNT
ALLERGIES & SENSITIVITIES
APPROVED EVENT LOCATION
COMPLIMETARY SITE WALK OR SITE PHOTOS

OUTDOOR EVENT
GOOD WEATHER
2X OUTLET ACCESS
8X10 FT SCREEN AREA
10X10 FT SEATING AREA

PUBLIC EVENT
ESTIMATED GUEST COUNT
MOVIE SCREENING LICENSE
SCREENING LOCATION PERMIT
COMPLIMENTARY SITE WALK OR SITE PHOTOS

SAMPLE
ITINERARY