Christmas party theme ideas guide
If you’re reading this, it must almost be Christmas! Christmas is a time of year where we can eat to our hearts content, play lots of fun and festive games, and the best part, dress up in a glitzy costume! Make Christmas even more exciting this year and get creative with epic Christmas party theme ideas. From Christmas around the world and an open house theme, to a masquerade ball and candy cane wonderland. Continue reading for some of our favourite Christmas party theme ideas.
Masquerade ball
The first Christmas party theme idea on our list is one for those who love a bit of glitz and glam. When we think of a masquerade ball, we imagine fluffy feather boas, sparkly eyepieces, Venetian facemasks, fairy wands and glitter. It’s a great theme for a Christmas party and one that never gets old. Masquerade balls are your chance to shine and to be as sophisticated and smart as you want to be. What’s not to like?
Dress code: mini black dress, facepiece, feather boas, smart suits
Santa party
There aint no party like a Santa party! This next Christmas party theme is a traditional one that everybody loves. Imagine lots of people all in one room dressed up like the big red man! Without Santa, there’s no Christmas, and with no Christmas, there’s no presents. Santa brings joy year on year, so why not show your appreciation and gratitude for everything he does and organise a Santa themed Christmas party? Besides, the more Santa’s there are, the more gifts will be received!
Dress code: Santa or Mrs Claus costume, inflatable Santa costume
Hollywood movie party
Christmas doesn’t always have to mean dressing up as character from a classic Christmas story or movie. There’s a lot more to festive films than Santa Claus, a reindeer or a snowman. What better way to spend the lead up to Christmas Day than watching your favourite movie? Favourites include The Grinch, The Elf and Home Alone. Get ready for lights, camera, action at your Hollywood movie themed party. You can even give out Oscar awards for partygoers who have really understood the costume brief.
Dress code: Hollywood A-list actors and actresses or classic Christmas movie characters
Winter Wonderland party
‘We’re walking in a Winter Wonderland.’
If you’re struggling for a Christmas themed party idea, why not opt for something subtle, yet elegant and sophisticated? We all imagine snow to fall on Christmas day, icicles to hang from our window ledge, and to see children making their very own snowman. If that’s not possible, why not create your very own Winter Wonderland party? You can decorate your house or party venue with artificial snow, snowflakes, snowmen and more. Be sure to wrap up warm, as it’s going to be a chilly night!
Dress code: snowmen, ice queen, Anna and Elsa from Frozen, angels
Harry Potter party
We’re heading to the coolest and most prestigious school of witchcraft and wizardry this Christmas. Floating heads, undead ghosts, and lots of magic and mischief is what you can expect from a Harry Potter themed party. It’s a great Christmas party theme idea for Potter fans and family parties. Decorate the house exactly like Hogwarts and dress up as your favourite character. Winter at Hogwarts is always something special.
Dress code: Harry Potter, Hermione, Ron, Dumbledore, Voldemort, Snape
Enchanting Fairy-tale Christmas party
Add a dash of glitter, and a sprinkle of some fairy dust and transform your bare living area into an enchanted Christmas wonderland. Fairies and angels are known for their pure ways and captivating presence. It’s a fun and girly Christmas party theme idea that all your fellow fairies and angel girl friends will adore. Decorate your room or house in pale whites, blues and greens, add some snowflakes and icicles and even some woodland animal decorations throughout. Everyone will leave the party feeling even more festive. The fairy-tale Christmas theme is getting more popular each year!
Dress code: fairies, angels, ice queens, princesses
Christmas around the world party
If you’re looking for a unique Christmas party theme this year, why not opt for an around the world theme? Whether you have friends from different parts of the world, are a fan of travel, or just fancy something a little different this year, a multinational party has plenty of appeal. Decorate the house with multinational flags and set up a few different sections that are dedicated to a specific country. Prepare some typical local food, and the biggest request of all: dress to impress.
Dress code: tacos, Day of the Dead, hot dogs, burger, telephone box, palace guards
Candy cane wonderland party
It’s that time of year where all the good kids (and adults) get their small dose of sugar with the classic treat, the candy cane. Parents, no need to be alarmed, as you won’t need to decorate your entire house full of sweets. Instead, think all things festive red and snow white, as these are the two primary colours you’re going to need. Dress your Christmas tree in a red and white theme and add a few candy cane baubles. Make your very own Christmas wreath or garland, keeping to the red and white theme. And of course, you’ll need to hang candy canes everywhere. The bigger the decorations, the better!
Dress code: Father Christmas, Mrs Claus, elf
Gatsby Christmas party
Calling all you lovers of the 20s, this one’s for you! Transform your venue, and yourself into a 1920s gangster or glamourous flapper girl. The 1920s decade personifies all things glitz and glam. Decorate your house with gold and black tinsel and other decorations, and perhaps even organise a poker night for your friends. Please note: feather boas, sparkly headwear and a cool and collected attitude are required. Martinis, canapes and other 1920s food and drinks are a must, too!
Dress code: Black and white gangster suit, sparkly fringed flapper girl dress
Open house fancy dress party
The next Christmas party theme idea on our list is one for those who want to get creative this festive season, without needing to follow any rigid guidelines. An open house Christmas theme is great for any upcoming party. It allows guests to dress up however they wish. In terms of decorations, do as you please! Think traditional décor, lots of red, gold and green baubles on the tree, homely Christmas food and festive music on in the background. At your open house themed party, guests can dress however they like, as long as they dress up!
Dress code: Father Christmas, elves, reindeers, snowmen
A Wonka Christmas party
We’re coming towards the end of our list of Christmas party theme ideas, but we can’t finish it without sharing one of our favourite themes. If you’re a lover of chocolate, why not organise a very sweet and tooth-tingling, Wonka Christmas? Transform your home into Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory! Add hidden treats for partygoers to find and enjoy, quirky designs such as candy cane sculptures and lots of candy canes. Of course, you can’t forget about a chocolate fountain!
Dress code: Willy Wonka, Oompa Loompas, Charlie Bucket
Santas workshop party
Whilst everyone’s enjoying shopping for Christmas presents and buying decorations, Santa and his little helpers are busy at work wrapping gifts and preparing everything ahead of Christmas Eve. Transform your home into Santa’s workshop for the evening and take a break from Christmas duties. Add a wooden desk, chairs, wooden Christmas figures, handy workman tools, a Christmas tree, and of course, put some Christmas music on in the background.
Dress code: Santa, elves, Mrs Claus, Christmas tree, presents
Hawaiian Christmas party
The final Christmas party theme idea on our guide is one for all the sun-seekers out there. Escape the cold and icy winters for warmer temperatures and hop on a plane to Hawaii! Well, not exactly, but you can re-create a Hawaiian themed Christmas party in your home. Hawaii is a vibrant and colourful island, so you’re going to need inflatable palm trees, lots of tropical fruit and flavoured drinks, leis for party guests and a tiki bar. It’s a fun and unique Christmas party idea that’s sure ramp up the heat when it’s cold outside this December.
Dress code: Hawaiian shirt, leis, grass skirts, straw hats
We hope you found our Christmas party theme ideas guide useful and you’re able to use some of these ideas as inspiration for your own festive party. If you’re looking to dress up for the occasion, and you definitely should, check out our full range of Christmas costumes.