Creative Party Theme Ideas

• Themed Party Ideas For Adults
• Kids Themed Party Ideas
• Adult Birthday Party Themes
• Party Ideas with a Food Focus
• Ladies Only Parties

You're in the right spot for fantastic themed party ideas! A creative party theme is perfect for kid and adult birthday parties, engagement parties, showers, and for any celebration that you want to really make special.

The parties you see here are packed with ideas for everything from beginning to finishing touches.

You'll find homemade party ideas, the best party supplies, party printables, and details galore to create the party you're dreaming of.

Themed Party Ideas For Adults

Of course you can decorate on top of it all. But if everyone's dressed as if they've walked out of a 20s movie, you can bet you'll feel much more like you've gone back in time than if you simply hang up decor.

	Island Themed Party Go island hopping without leaving your home? Yes! From Jamaica to Hawaii and elegant to casual these island party ideas are amazing! And, be sure to stop by the Carribbean for a Jamaican theme party with all the details!
	Hawaiian Luau Party Ideas Get out the tiki torches, coconuts and pineapples. The Hawaiian Luau party theme can be as simple as decorating and serving Hawaiian themed drinks and foods; or you can make it more involved where everyone dresses to the occasion. We've also got some Hawaiian Luau party games for this fun island party theme.
	Hollywood Theme Party These aren't your typical Hollywood theme parties. With several different Hollywood themes, the creative party ideas you'll find here deliver loads of laughs, dramas, and even glamour. Plus, the Movie Casting Call movie theme party is like no other. For those who enjoy truly creative party theme ideas, this one makes the final cut!
	New York Theme Party New York is magical. But if you can't make it to the big apple, bring these city inspired party theme ideas home. The New York theme party is a favorite among guests. We've got the details (and the secrets) to pulling off a posh party 'Manhattan style'.
	Roaring 20s Theme Party Speak easy and play hard with a roaring 20s party theme. We have costume ideas, party ideas, activities, the works. And if you want an outdoor 20s party theme, then visit the Great Gatsby Party Theme page, for amazing party ideas that take you to a another place and time!
	1960's Posh, Mad Men Party Walk into a 1960's blast from the past: 1960's fashions are all the rage once again with this Posh Mad Men Party Theme!
	1980's Party Theme Ideas for Adults Parachute pants and Don Johnson jackets are finally back in style! Find popular 80's snack foods, movie suggestions, creative party theme ideas and decor pointers to set the mood. And, for an 80s theme party that's really different, try our 80s party ideas for an all-American style 80s High School Prom Party!
	Mexican Fiesta Theme Party Ideas Get some creative party theme ideas for a Mexican Themed Party: traditional Mexican games, decorating ideas, and plenty of recipes for both an elegant and simple Mexican fiesta. And if it's Cinco de Mayo you're celebratiing, than you'll find our Cinco de Mayo party ideas to be red hot!
	Anything But Clothes Party If an anything but clothes party theme has you feeling a little naked, don't worry. We've got your covered! Discover 10 things to wear to an anything but clothes party. Plus get naked with your party food and decorations. We show you how on the anything but clothes birthday party idea page!
	Stereotypical Party Stephanie Vigil of Albuquerque, New Mexico shares her hilariously creative party theme ideas. Everyone comes dressed as a stereotype. Draw from your origins or think of your favorite hobbie and tweak it to the max. This one was a finalist for May's contest.
	Carnival Themed Party A Carnival Themed Party is traditional for Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, but it can also be a fun and easy themed party to throw year round. Feeling festive can be as simple as providing guests beads and masks. Here you'll find fun game ideas, visitor party ideas, and easy flower arrangement suggestions to complete your creative party theme ideas.
	Hippie Costume Party A celebrated era for all comes to life in this liberated and fancy free party theme. People of all ages enjoy the music of these years. We have some suggestions for decor, fun foods and costume ideas that'll have you chilling all night long.
	70's Disco Party Get some 70s tunes together to set the mood, slip into something more comfortable like a maxi dress, bell bottoms, polyester suit, or silk shirt with an oversized collar for one of the best, most creative party theme ideas out there.
	Spaghetti Western Fiesta Amy of Charleston, South Carolina won our creative party theme ideas contest with this one. It's a clever idea we'd never heard of. She suggests games, finger foods, costume ideas and movies to help set the ambiance.
	Loggers Vs. Hippies Themed Party The Loggers vs. Hippies is themed party idea by Autumn of Auberry, California is a great way for guests to get into persona and make what might be contrary worldviews fun to make fun of. This party idea could inspire all sorts of similar "these-guys-vs-those-guys" party themes. This entry was a runner up in our Creative Party Theme Ideas Contest in May.
	A Socialist Theme Party Carin of Burlington, Vermont has this very witty idea: why not make a (political) party a party? This one's a great learning experience -- research your character and heat up the debate.
	Midsummer Night's Dream Party Love Shakespeare or just magical spells? Surround yourself with magical forest creatures, fairies and elves with these fantastical creative party theme ideas. Michelle of Wichita, Kansas shares her suggestions for decorations, costumes, beverages and snacks.
	George Party Go all out George: George Washington, Boy George, George Michael, Curious George, George Jefferson, George Jetson, George Bush, Georgie Pordgy. These creative party theme ideas were contributed by Rachel of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
	Love Bites Singles Costume Party The common pick up line, "Don't worry I don't bite," just might not apply for this twilight movie inspire theme. Get the recipe for amazing theme party.
	Glowing Night Party Theme This idea is just electrifying! Jessica of Clearwater, Florida gives you partiers ideas of how to make a party come electric alive with blacklights, games and all sorts of eye candy.
	Casino Party Ideas These casino party ideas will set your event apart from the rest. Unique casino party themes expand your ability to decorate, and transform your party into a truly memorable event. Get a list of casino themes for fundraisers or home parties, decorating ideas, casino party favor ideas, and ideas for casino party games.
	College Party Themes Dozens of College Theme Party Ideas, including games and costume ideas: drinking party games, toga party costumes and toga party ideas, Black Light Party, Hand Cuff Party, a Twisted Superhero themed party idea and many, many more.
	Engagement Party Themes We list a whole host of engagement party themes inspired from gifts you'll give the happy couple, to games that help everyone learn more about the bride- and groom-to-be. We include an evening garden party idea, Jamaican themed party, and dinner in Paris themed party ideas.
	Housewarming Party Ideas Here the highlight is a stock-the-bar party. You'll find downloadable mixed drinks recipe cards and suggestions to make this party a success.
	Garden Theme Party You can create a surprisingly special ambiance in your garden with old chandeliers from antique stores and junk shops. We show you some unique ideas for decorating for a magical evening of warmth and comfortable elegance.
	Fall Party Ideas Cool weather calls for hot fall party ideas! Get great chili cook off ideas with fun photos, and discover which parties make the best fall parties!
	Oktoberfest Recipes and Party Ideas Gerhild gives us an authentic account of how you can create your own Oktoberfest party at home! Find Oktoberfest recipes and decorating tips for these creative party theme ideas.

Themes with Food: Creative Party Theme Ideas

	Picnics Ideas, Games, and Recipes for 2 or 200 Recipes for the grill and tons of cold picnic food recipes to make your outdoor event something everyone clamours for again.
	Cocktail Party Appetizers, Activities and Ideas Cocktail Parties are great for New Years Eve, as a complement to "Casino Night", or when you want to educate your friends on some fabulous drinks and food. Themed Party Ideas is your cocktail party central. At the following links you'll find: cocktail party ideas, cocktail party games and cocktail party appetizers.
	Mexican Party Recipes Here you'll find some traditional Mexican dessert recipes and dinner recipes to make your fiesta or Cinco de Mayo celebration complete: flan, chocolate cake, Mexican coffee, and an entire menu suggestion.
	Chocolate Parties Chocolate cake, chocolate fondues, chocolate truffles, chocolate martinis: great for everyone, but particularly for bachelorette parties and wedding showers. Why? Because girls love chocolate!
	Dinner Party Themes Around the World Jana of California recounts her progressive party with an international theme. When guests go from home to home they experience a different country: its food, drinks and ambiance.
	Cooking Party Michelle of Hot Springs, Arkansas tells us how you can get everyone in on the action -- even from having each guest bring an ingredient. No stressful cooking deadline before the party -- just make cooking the party.
	Iron Chef Challenge Megan of Euless, Texas gives the iron chef challenge a "price-is-right" party twist: why not have contestants battle it out for the ingredients they need? Her party ideas came from a coed wedding shower where guests battled for the best hamburger recipe.
	Asian Themed Party Leah of Culpeper, Virginia asks, "Who doesn't love oriental food!?" She drew from her background (and you could try this too) to throw a themed party where guests can learn about a particular culture, its games and food traditions. Yum, sounds delicious.

Spa Girl Parties and Other Creative Party Theme Ideas for Women

	A "Girls-Night-Out" Stay In Party Idea Visitors share creative party theme ideas for a Ladies Night Out. Why not have one of those "girls night out parties" where everyone stays in? Linda has a great party favor idea that you can use for other parties (not just this one).
	Purse Parties - The Best Way to Accessorize Several games involving purses, including a fundraising party idea and a purse exchange party where everyone brings home a new designer bag.
	Spa Day or Spa Weekend This one is particularly geared toward bachelorette parties, but that doesn't mean it's not just a good girl bonding experience. Here we include favor ideas and activities.

Adult Birthday Party Themes

You'll also want to visit our complete adult birthday party ideas page.

	Favorite John Birthday Party Amy of Charlottesville, Virginia had a party for her husband John would never forget for his 50th birthday party! For this celebration of John, everyone came as their favorite John, from John Adams to John Travolta to Long John Silver.
	Nascar Themed Party Plan a Nascar themed party for a rip-roaring good time for fans of all ages. It's great for an adult birthday and kids birthday parties alike. You'll find great recommendations for Nascar party supplies, party food ideas, and tips for decorating.
	50th Birthday Party Theme Ideas Popular themes of the past have focused on the downhill slope. But let's see the glass half full for once! 50 is rather life's primetime year! You'll find several fun themed party ideas here.
	Golf Theme Party Ideas Make this favorite game a theme! Find party game ideas, drink suggestions, gift ideas and decorating tips. The golf theme works for other parties as well; some even have golf themed weddings!
	Snow White Themed Party Donna of New York wrote in this original birthday party idea that must have made everyone feel as light as the clouds. This was a surprisingly elegant party idea for adults.

Kid's Party Theme Ideas

	Harry Potter Theme Party Do you and your kids love Harry Potter? Then why not throw a Harry Potter theme party? This party theme works great for kids of all ages, particularly teens. Find party activities and just the enchanting foods and treats you'll need!
	Butterfly Theme Party Every girl loves the beauty and wonder of butterflies! Include games and other creative party theme ideas with your butterfly theme party: make your own wings, decorate butterfly cookies and discover some other fun activities.
	Candyland Party Oh Sweet! A party that revolves around treats! What kid wouldn't love a trip to candyland? Dentists need not worry! There are plenty of great ideas to balance this sweet themed pary idea!
	Circus Party Ideas There are so many circus party ideas on this page, they'll barely fit under the big top! Clown around and create some big fun with circus food ideas, decorating ideas, party favors, clever invitations and great circus themed party games.
	Kids Cooking Party Cook up some fun with a kids cooking party theme! These delicious ideas will have your kids truly entertained. We're dishing up surprisingly sweet ideas for themed party success!
	Cowboy Theme Party The cowboy party theme never goes out of style. This kids birthday party theme is for young buckaroos, "Injuns" and Annie Oakleys who love shootin', horses and wide open praires. Get some ideas for western party games and cowboy decorations.
	A Mall Scavenger Hunt (for tweens) Kim of Benton, Arkansas shows how she lavished a group of teens and tweens in Hollywood stardom. She created a Hollywood party with various party favors that they created and used in a scavenger hunt that took place at the mall.
	Pirate Party Ideas Get ideas for a Halloween pirate party, pirate birthday party or to celebrate "National Talk Like a Pirate Day"! Get invitation ideas, pirate games, creative ways to make a treasure hunt, pirate costume ideas and learn "how to talk like a pirate". And if you're the hostess, check out our pirate wench costume list by best price.
	Kids and Teenage Birthday Party Games Here on a new site, Birthday Parade, you'll find a whole slew of creative party theme ideas for kids: teenage birthday party games especially geared to teens and tweens and among our favorites for younger children are the Superhero Birthday Party and Dora birthday party.
	An Indiana Jones Birthday Party (for kids) Laura of Maine will make you wish you were 8 again so you could do a course like the one she set up for her son's birthday party. For this Indiana Jones Birthday Party all the kids you invite come in costume ready for rugged adventure.

No matter what type of party you are hosting, whether it's a dinner or cocktail party, holiday soiree, or birthday bash, original party themes add interest and a unique atmosphere to your event.

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Many of our popular themed party ideas, such as the "Movie Themed Party" just below, deliver completely new and unique ideas to suit the party style of today's host. You might be surprised at what fun these party ideas inspire!

Some of our themed party ideas lend themselves to excellent dress-up or costume parties. But creative party theme ideas can also center around party games, food, gift giving or a landmark event like a birthday or engagement party.

Starred submissions are visitors' contributions to our creative party themes list. You too can join in! Submit your own party theme idea here.

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