Dumbo Circus Themed Outdoor Movie Night or Party

Hosting an outdoor movie night is so much fun during the summer. We had a Dumbo circus themed party with carnival games, printables, and fun snacks.

Dumbo is a classic that I can’t get enough of, so when my favorite director, Tim Burton, did a live action of the movie I was so excited. It was time to break out my projector and have an outdoor movie night with the family. Disney sent us Dumbo and all the fun circus-themed items to get the party started.

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The girls ate popcorn, circus peanuts, and animal crackers and drank juice from adorable circus tent sippers. We played fun carnival games while we waited for the sun to go down. After the sunset, it was time to watch Dumbo.

Check out our Dumbo unboxing and circus party video below!

We picked one of the longest days of summer (right before the solstice) so we were up late watching the movie. There were lots of fireflies out too, it was a magical night. We didn’t get a chance to see Dumbo in the theaters so this was a fun way to experience the movie for the first time. The movie is visually stunning. I’ve always loved Tim Burton’s style.

If you’re looking for some Dumbo or Circus themed games you’ll love these printables.

Dumbo is out on digital and Blu-ray/DVD on June 25!

DUMBO BLU-RAY & DIGITAL HD BONUS FEATURES:

• CIRCUS SPECTACULARS: Dumbo’s cast shares their experience of making the film—and get to the heart of a story about family and believing in yourself.
• THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM: Explore how one of Disney’s most lovable characters went from an animated classic to a stunning live-action retelling.
• BUILT TO AMAZE: Get a closer look at the film’s production and costume design.
• DELETED SCENES: A compelling collection of scenes that almost made the final film.
  • Roustabout Rufus
  • Pachyderm Plans
  • The Other Medici Brother
  • Monkey Business
  • A Star Is Born
  • Where’s Dumbo
  • Elephant Heist
  • A Seat at the Show
• EASTER EGGS ON PARADE: Discover the hidden and not-so-hidden nods to the animated Dumbo in this narrated tribute to the Disney classic.
• CLOWNING AROUND: Laugh along with the cast in a collection of big-top bloopers and goofs from the set.
• “BABY MINE”: Visual video performed by Arcade Fire

DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE:

• DREAMLAND – ANATOMY OF A SCENE: From Final Script to Final Scene: The filmmakers and cast talk a lot about the feeling of “grand intimacy” in the film.  Step right up as they bring the Dreamland parade to life, accomplishing the rare marriage of a massive spectacle combined with an emotional tenderness.

Need some Dumbo inspired recipes to make your party perfect?

• Elephant ears with a chocolate feather by Savvy Mama Lifestyle
• Print your own Dumbo popcorn bucket 
• Sprinkled Animal Crackers by 2 Geeks Who Eat
• Big top cupcakes from Disney Family
• Peanut cupcakes from Popcorner Reviews
• Circus Snack Mix by The Crafting Chicks

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