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My kids are getting older, and I am looking for more and more activities that I can do with them, or activities that might be fun with friends. They are at an age where they may want to get dropped off somewhere and adventure on their own now. Have some independence- but I still like to know that we can spend some time together, and that if they are going out there, that what they are doing is safe and wholesome to a degree.
This past Friday we were invited to check out the Movie House in the Paramus Park Mall. When I read the description I quickly realized that it was the perfect place to spend some time together.
What is it?
Movie House features 10 intricately themed rooms, each filled with captivating details, collectibles and hidden surprises. From Willy Wonka to Harry Potter, Top Gun to Alice in Wonderland guests can lose themselves in the magic of the films they know and love. Test your knowledge with room-specific questions and indulge in the immersive environments, from sandy beaches to enchanted forests.
How was our visit?
I love this experience because the Paramus Park Mall is so easy to get to, and I always feel safe there with the kids. Movie House is easy to find on the ground floor of the mall underneath the food court. We parked outside of the Old Navy and were able to walk straight in.
The visit comes with a guide to walk you through moving from room to room, but they don’t pressure you to move on, you’ve got plenty of time to take your Instagrammable Photos, test your knowledge and enjoy the moment. In fact, you can circle back afterwards if you would like. Which is especially lovely when they give you a little bag of popcorn to enjoy.
The movies chosen for each room are relevant and enjoyable for all ages. A family that loves to dress up, we had fun putting on hats, robes, eye patches and more. We were surprised and loved walking into the Blockbuster video store where us adults were struck with some major nostalgia, and we explained what it was to the kids. Loved it so much I had to snap a photo of (A) and send it home to RNYDad.
Although walking through and taking photos etc is fun, I was inspired when we saw the screening room. Fun and comfy to stop in with the family and watch the movie that was on at the time (Dr. Strange). Immediately I thought, this would be the perfect place to have a birthday party for my now “tween” daughter. She and her friends could run around and take photos in each of the rooms, and screen a movie “under the stars” in the screening room. It’s a great way to have a run time, and not worry about the weather (as I end up doing when I throw backyard parties). NO mess to clean up at my house afterwards, no need to spend extra money on photo op props that I have to find homes for afterwards. I inquired about this when we exited and YES they do it. You even talk to them about the group and choose an appropriate movie to show.
This means that the possibilities are literally endless. It’s the perfect activity for really hot, or rainy days during the summer. You can go as a family, group of friends, or host a party/event for groups! You choose your tickets and time slot online- it’s so easy.
It took us about an hour and fifteen minutes to get through the experience. We took our Great Aunt, and everyone was raving about what a great time it was. We ran right upstairs afterwards to grab a bite to eat before heading home.
What I love
- It was fun with family, but I would feel comfortable with my kids going with a group of friends.
- There are possibilities and enough things to keep every age occupied (we ranged ages 10-67 when we went).
- The staff was super friendly.
- The experience was clean- well kept.
- Affordable outing for a family
- The kids were excited to head to the next room and see what it was- no complaining happened.
- The possibilities for groups, events and parties.
Important information:
Movie House is open through August 26th of this year. This location will also house “Halloween House” and “Christmas House”. These both sound like things our family will totally enjoy. In fact, I can absolutely imagine doing a family party watching a scary movie under the stars since we love Halloween. The same can really be said for Christmas!
For tickets: www.moviehouseparamus.com
Family and group packages are available.
Children Under 3 are free
Contact: 201-402-2880
Hours:
M-Th 4pm-8pm
Fri 2 pm- 8 pm
Sat 11 am – 8 pm
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