Lights, Camera, Summer! Your Guide to Movie Magic This Season

There’s something cinematic about summer. The golden glow of late sunsets, the soundtrack of cicadas or city streets, the feeling that anything could happen. At Treehouse, we believe in small joys and slow moments and a good film delivers both. This season, we’re inviting you to unwind the Treehouse way: with cozy setups, good company, and stories that stay with you long after the credits roll. Whether you're homebound or hotel-bound, here’s how to make it magical.
 

1. Make Movie Night a Moment at Home

Movie night deserves more than just a screen and snacks. Here's how to turn it into a summer ritual:

Set the Scene

String up lights or candles, bring out your coziest blankets, and turn your living room or backyard into a screening nook.nPick a theme—beach night, camp classics, retro rom-coms—and add costumes or trivia to match.

Savor the Snacks

Skip the microwave popcorn. Go for rosemary truffle kernels, lavender lemonade, or a build-your-own sundae bar (bonus: add matcha drizzle or salted caramel). For a local twist, gather your favorite neighborhood treats into a DIY concession stand.

Make It Mindful

Let the story unfold without distractions. Put phones away, dim the lights, and stay through the credits. Think of it as screen time that nourishes visual meditation with a narrative arc.

2. Soak Up Summer Movie Magic at Treehouse

Poolside Flicks at Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

Every week under the California sky, Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley hosts Summer Movie Nights. It’s where nostalgic favorites, animated throwbacks, and feel-good comedies meet twinkle lights, fresh air, and floaty vibes. Bring your favorite people, grab a drink or snack from our pop-up poolside bar, and claim a spot under the stars.

Screen Gems at Treehouse Hotel Manchester

For those in a moodier, more cinematic setting, head inside to Flix, our in-house screening room at Treehouse Manchester. Cool, cozy, and tucked away, it’s perfect for rainy days, date nights, or spontaneous solo escapes. Expect a curated mix of indie gems, throwback hits, and Manchester-rooted picks (we’ve got a soft spot for “Blow-Up”).

3. Our Favorite Summer-Feeling Films

Some movies just feel like summer, whether or not they were filmed in July. A few of our seasonal go-to’s:

• The Sandlot – For backyard baseball and childhood mischief
• Notting Hill – For bloom-filled strolls and bumbling char
• Blow-Up – For moody mystery and 1960s Manchester intrigue
   

The Final Reel

Summer and cinema go hand in hand, they invite us to slow down, lean in, and let go. Whether you’re watching from a rooftop, by the pool, or from a pillow fort at home, your movie moment is about more than what’s on the screen. It’s about the feeling that lingers after.
So grab a blanket, pass the popcorn, and press play. The credits haven’t rolled yet.