There’s something magical about summer evenings that never goes out of style. It’s the sound of kids laughing barefoot on the lawn, sticky fingers from toasted marshmallows, swimsuits that never quite dry before the next cannonball, and staying outside until the stars come out and remind everyone it’s finally bedtime. That’s exactly the feeling Limelight Hotels and Janie and Jack have bottled up with their new “Under the Limelight with Janie and Jack” Summer Nights collaboration—and it’s quickly climbing to the top of our family’s summer bucket list.
Running across nine weekends throughout July and August, six Limelight Hotels destinations transform into the ultimate family playground, where every evening feels like a classic summer vacation. Whether you’re escaping to the mountains of Aspen and Snowmass, exploring Boulder or Denver, or soaking up the outdoor adventure of Mammoth and Ketchum, the experience is designed around one simple idea: making memories together.
Think lawn games that turn strangers into teammates. Live music playing as little ones dance barefoot across the grass. Pool afternoons that seamlessly roll into firepit s’mores, scavenger hunts, and movie nights under the stars. At select locations, open-air cinema nights invite families to spread out blankets, snack on popcorn, and enjoy a movie with mountain views replacing traditional theater walls.
What makes this collaboration especially charming is how naturally Janie and Jack fits into the experience. Known for timeless children’s fashion, the brand brings its signature Americana-inspired collection beyond the closet and into the moments families actually live in. Picture coordinating gingham dresses, crisp woven shirts, playful swimwear, patriotic prints, and cozy pajamas made for watching fireworks or roasting marshmallows after sunset. It’s polished without feeling fussy—exactly how summer family style should feel.
We especially love that this partnership isn’t about perfectly posed family photos (although you’ll definitely want to take a few). It’s about creating the kinds of traditions kids remember years later: searching for hidden treasures during scavenger hunts, splashing in the pool until dinner, gathering around a crackling fire as the sky turns pink, and ending the day wrapped in pajamas that still smell faintly of campfire smoke.
In a season when so many families are looking to unplug, slow down, and reconnect, this collaboration feels refreshingly simple. No elaborate itineraries. No overcomplicated schedules. Just timeless summer traditions, beautiful destinations, and the reminder that the best family vacations are often built around the smallest moments—a game on the lawn, a shared s’more, or one more story under the stars before calling it a night.
This summer, we’re happily chasing golden hour, packing matching swimsuits, and saying yes to one more marshmallow.
