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Here are some fun party themes for partying at home
Plan this right, and your next party will go from average to next level and be memorable for everyone.
Whichever party theme you choose, there's sure to be cheers and maybe a few beers to help celebrate.
This year, with inflation going gangbusters, throwing your party at home is a great idea.
So focus on your party entertainment and your party food, and pretty much everything else will fall into place.
There are loads of reasons why adults throw a party.
Here are some awesome party themes for adults this year.
Are you turning 40 this year?
One of the most popular birthday party themes that's trending in Australia this year is a Miami Vice theme party.
Combine this with a Hawaiian Luau Party, and you'll be a winner.
Your budget might not allow you to charter a private jet and take everyone on a tropical getaway.
But you can still create an awesome Miami Vice Party at home. Think cops & robbers, with style!
DECOR
Decorate your house and backyard like a tropical island paradise with palm trees and fresh fruit platters. Consider hiring some tiki torches to dot around your backyard. Boost your theme with flower leis or laurels.
GAMES
Rent a set of laser tag guns and play mock battles in the yard.
FOOD
Create a Hawaiian party atmosphere with tropical foods. Keep the food picnic-style, aka finger food.
Consider offering a coconut daiquiri or a watermelon lemonade on arrival.
EXTRAS
Get into the groove with friends with fresh flowers. Create a playlist inspired by the '70s and ‘80s or the Miami Vice TV Show or movie soundtrack.
Love DC or Marvel? What's your favourite superhero?
Or do you prefer Star Wars or Star Trek?
DECOR
Add iconic touches for decorations and create some ambience. Stuff like Captain America's shield or Thor's Hammer.
GAMES
What better way to entertain your guests than a friendly game of superheroes vs supervillains? Easy when you rent a laser tag set. :-)
FOOD
Reminiscent of the old Batman TV show, cut out some "POW" and "POP" or "SHAZAM" brightly coloured cardboard signs and stick them on your food display.
Kapow!
Think Gatsby. Think speakeasy. Think glitz & glamour.
Turning 30?
Throwing a 1920s-themed party or art-deco-themed party is perfect for a 30th birthday party. Say goodbye to your twenties and hello to your thirties!
DECOR
All that glitters is faux gold. The guys in vintage suits and hats, the gals in sequins and flapper dresses, what more could you ask for?
GAMES
Tommy guns and gangster cool. Play live-action gaming scenarios when you rent a laser tag set and play at home.
FOOD
Appetizers and Hors-d'œuvres were popular speakeasy fare back in the 1920s, and perfect party food today. This type of finger food is perfect for adult parties.
Is your birthday in October? You might want to consider a zombie theme party if you want to entertain adults.
Halloween parties are becoming more and more popular nowadays.
DECOR
Bring out your dead!
(Well, fake dead, of course.)
Faux blood and gore.
There is inspiration everywhere. Walking Dead in its umpteenth season.
Movies like The Night of the Living Dead, World War Z, and many others.
There are a lot of possibilities.
GAMES
You can battle a horde of zombies.
Rent a set of laser tag guns and play mock battles in the backyard. REMEMBER TO ASK for spooky sound effects when you book.
FOOD
Zombie eyeball pretzels and deviled eggs are a must. After that, anything goes from scary cupcakes to Halloween cookies.
Hear Ye, Hear Ye, calling all Lords and Ladies to this fantastical event...
Turning 21?
Do you love Dungeons & Dragons? How about a medieval-themed adult party?
Game of Thrones, medieval re-enactments, and Lord of the Rings can all be your inspiration.
Throwing a fantasy-themed party is a popular choice for adult parties.
DECOR
You can pick up loads of fantasy-themed decorations nowadays. Let your imagination go wild.
GAMES
We got melee weapons and electronic crossbows and re-enacted a skirmish in the backyard.
FOOD
Okay, so it's gotta be a feast! Consider a series of charcuterie boards.
Why should the kids have all the fun? These adult party theme ideas could be just the ticket to make your party one to remember.
If you’re planning a great adult party, having a special theme can spice things up.
From Miami Vice to cool zombie themes, whatever you choose, it's sure to make your big day memorable.
From invitations to decorations, entertainment, food, and party games. Bring it all together with a coherent party theme.
Whichever theme you choose, remember to record your big event.
What better way to cherish your memories than with some fabulous photos or fun videos of your special day? Tag your socials with #lasertaginabox so we can see your pics & clips.
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