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Theme Parties...

Theme parties are a great way to have a birthday celebration, a milestone event or just an everyday get together. Planning, of course, is critical. However, you need to know what kind of event you are going to have before you can do that.

So put on your "thinking cap", sit back, and immerse yourself in some mental imagery while you go through each suggested theme. You may even come up with a few unique ideas as well. Don't limit your location...See our TRAVEL RESOURCES to get some awesome destination ideas!



Always keep in mind that in order to host a fantastic party, you need to choose a theme that you feel passionate about, unleash your creativity, and choose suppliers that can provide you with quality product.

Here we go...

Party Ideas

It's time for a Theme Party!
Throwing a party with a unique theme lets your guests use their creativity. Not to mention how fun it is to decorate with balloons and party supplies. For a thriller party, check out Party Themes and costume ideas below from BuyCostumes.com:
Adult Party Themes Kids Party Themes
 
Luau
Hollywood

Western

Fiesta

Patriotic

Mardi Gras

Sports

Casino Night

Nautical

Jungle

Now that you have chosen a central focus for your event you are well on your way to having the ultimate party that will be memorable for all. Let your imagination run wild with creative combinations for your selected theme party. Click here for more ideas on specific Theme Parties and Supplies .

Here are more party ideas for you to build on....

Exciting party games and theme party ideas!
Give your guests the time of their life with some new party ideas from the party experts. Rest assured these party themes and games will keep guests at ease. Check out Adult Party Themes and Kids Party Ideas below:
Adult Party Ideas
Kids Party Ideas
Poker Tournament - Play for money or just for fun.

Karaoke or Open
Mic - Create your own version of American Idol.

Graffiti Mixer - Have guests arrive in white t-shirts and draw on each other with highlighters. Use black lights to illuminate what has been written.


Murder Mystery - Each guest is assigned to act as a character. Which one will be the cruel murderer?

Tug of War
- Set up your backyard for the ultimate challenge between couples or sexes.

Twister - Old fashioned game with new found fun.

Sock Hop - Roll with the oldies and turn up Elvis. No shoes allowed!

Truth or Dare - Go around in a circle and have each guest pick "truth" or "dare."

Boxer Shorts & Bow Tie
- Guests arrive in their pajamas that can be naughty or nice!

Charades - An oldie but a goodie! No words, just act out the words or phrases written on cards - tie to the theme for extra fun.

Shotgun Wedding - Handcuff a couple together for a whole night! Play games, appear in public and embarrass the husband and wife to-be...

Widow's Ball
- Dress all in black and dine out in honor of the dead.

White Elephant - Each guest brings a unisex gift and trades with each other until time is up. Open and enjoy!

You've Got the Right Stuff - Kick it 80's style where mullets are definitely back in style.

Black & White - Have guests arrive wearing only black or white clothing. Then use black lights to illuminate the party.

Animal House - Every adult must retreat back to their college days. Plan a reunion with toga's galore!

Phantom of the Opera - Throw your own Masquerade Ball and permit only those with a mask!

When I grow up... - Have guests arrive dressed up in the uniform of what they wanted to be when they were 5 years old.

 

 

 

When I grow up... - Let kids come to the party dressed in the uniform of what they want to be when they grow up.

Obstacle Course - Arrange two teams that compete against each other in a homemade obstacle course.

Hayride -
Look up local farms for hayrides or hiking on haunted trails. Have guests dress up as their favorite farm animal.

Crafts -
Have kids create their own treat bags to bring home after the party.

Tye Dye
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Let kids tye dye their very own shirt, shorts, socks, or towel.

Scavenger Hunt - Put together a list of odds and ends for kids to go out and find from the neighbors. The pair with most items found, wins!

Back to the 80's - Have kids dress in clothes from the 80's... where mullets were allowed!

Costume Parade -
Prance around in your costume while the judges take a look. Award 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize.

Bob for Apples -
Easy to prepare, just dump apples in bin of luke warm water. Let the fun begin!

Pumpkin Carving Contest - Have guests bring their own pumpkin and provide designs and be sure to help kids with the carving.

Dr. Jeckel's Lab - Provide a laboratory of objects in concealed containers and let kids reach inside. i.e. Eyeballs that are really peeled grapes!

Mummy Wrap -
Each team wraps another in toilet paper to create the best mummy. Or, let kids wrap the real "mummy," the host of the party.

Coloring Contest
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Make copies of coloring pages and award prizes for staying in the lines.

Beauty Salon -
Hire your babysitter to attend your child's party and do hair and makeup as if in a beauty salon.

Face Painting
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Have a clown arrive with face paints and temporary tattoos!

Movie Night - Pop popcorn, serve refreshments and play movies all night long. Compliment the party with PIZZA!

Dance Party -
Let kids compete in a dance off. Turn your party go-ers into little disco divas!

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