10 Lilo & Stitch Activations for the Entire Ohana! 🌺

Join our Ohana here at Onni Creative in celebrating the release of the live-action Lilo & Stitch in cinemas on May 23! We’re thrilled about this heartwarming tale of family and friendship, and we know audiences will connect with this timeless message. Explore our Lilo & Stitch activations guide below to turn your cinema into an island paradise that captures the film’s magic for audiences of all ages!

1. Pet Dress-Up Contest 🐶

Transform your furry friends into everyone’s favorite alien troublemaker, Stitch! Invite moviegoers to dress up their pets at home and share their photos on social media using a hashtag such as #ShowUsYourStitch and your cinema’s hashtag. Repost your favorites and give a special shout-out to photos for Most Creative, Best Resemblance, and Funniest Costume!

2. Hula Dancing Demonstration 🌺

   
   

Bring the spirit of Hawaii straight to your cinema lobby with authentic hula performances from local dancers. Welcome moviegoers with leis while they discover the rich traditions that inspired the film!

3. Stitch Scavenger Hunt 🔎

Challenge moviegoers to track down Stitch with a cinema-wide scavenger hunt! Hidden throughout your cinema are playful clues showcasing Stitch’s path of delightful destruction. Guests will follow his trail of mischief– from “accidentally” spilled popcorn to mysterious patches of blue fur–leading them to a photo or cutout of Stitch at the end. Reward successful alien hunters with a small prize such as a Stitch sticker or pin.

4. Ohana Movie Package 🎟️

Celebrate the meaning of Ohana with a special family bundle that brings loved ones together at the movies! Offer an exclusive family package featuring discounted tickets and concessions combos designed for sharing. Promote this on your cinema’s social media as more than just savings–it’s an opportunity to create memories with those who matter most!

5. Hawaiian Shaved Ice Station 🍧

Delight your moviegoers with authentic Hawaiian shaved ice during opening weekend! This beloved frozen treat–a favorite of Lilo & Stitch–offers the perfect themed refreshment to complement the film. Partner with a local vendor to bring a professional shave ice machine to your cinema, or utilize in-house equipment if available. Let guests customize their colorful treats with a variety of tropical syrups for a taste of Hawaii that enhances their movie experience.

6. Sibling Appreciation Wall 📝

Create a heartwarming interactive display celebrating the film’s theme of family bonds! Set up a dedicated section of a wall in your lobby with sticky notes and markers where guests can share what makes their sisters, siblings, or chosen family special. Prompt guests with statements like “I love my sister because…” or “My Ohana means…” to inspire meaningful responses. This inclusive activity acknowledges all types of family connections while building a beautiful mosaic of appreciation that resonates with the film’s core message.

7. Stuffed Companion Screening 🧸

Invite young moviegoers to share the film experience with their cherished plush friends! Just as Lilo found a faithful companion in Stitch, children can enjoy this special screening alongside their favorite stuffed animals. Enhance this memorable outing by creating a simple themed photo area where families can capture snapshots of their children with their plush pals. Plus, you can use this as an opportunity to advertise your cinema’s Lilo & Stitch plushies for sale!

8. Ohana Art Corner 🎨

Create a drawing area in your lobby where young guests can express what family means to them! Provide art supplies and Hawaiian-themed paper where children can illustrate their own unique Ohana. This interactive station not only entertains waiting moviegoers, but also sparks conversations about the film’s central theme– family comes in all shapes and sizes.

9. Hammock Paradise Photo Op 🌴

Convert your lobby into a slice of Hawaiian paradise with a hammock photo opportunity! Create a tropical scene featuring a standing hammock against a beach backdrop, complete with inflatable palm trees and ukuleles. This Instagram-worthy spot invites guests to snap memorable photos before the show. For a special touch, offer Polaroid pictures as instant keepsakes of their “island getaway” at the movies.

10. Alien Language Decoder 🔤

Entertain your guests with a fun decoding activity that features the film’s galactic alien language! Provide decoder cards showing the alien alphabet with its English equivalents and hide secret messages throughout your lobby. Moviegoers can use their cards to decode these mysterious messages–revealing fun facts about the film or movie quotes from the original.

Don’t get left behind! Make sure to start planning now to ensure your cinema is ready for when Lilo & Stitch hits cinemas this May. Aloha for now!

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