5 Anytime Parties to Rev Up Your House All Year
Run with any of these themes for a fun party night at home, even with no official holidays in sight
Now that January is in the past, party season is again upon us. Let the celebrations begin! Celebrations are times for sharing special moments with family and friends, like weddings, anniversaries and birthdays. Other parties are just for the fun of it. Parties in my town start with the Super Bowl and then just keep on coming until Christmas again. Some parties are for schools, charities and churches and are commonly known as "party book" events.
If you have been wanting to show off that new kitchen remodel to your friends, use your new barbecue or host a memorable evening for the benefit of a charity, here are some party ideas that will surely be the talk of the town.
If you have been wanting to show off that new kitchen remodel to your friends, use your new barbecue or host a memorable evening for the benefit of a charity, here are some party ideas that will surely be the talk of the town.
Dragon Napkins
It can be very formal or as casual as you wish. Set the table according to the Chinese zodiac; 2013 is the year of the snake. Find the Chinese place with the yummiest takeout in town and serve it straight from traditional takeout boxes.
2. Poker Party
Throw a poker night with great food and friends. Make sure to have plenty of finger foods and cold drinks.
Throw a poker night with great food and friends. Make sure to have plenty of finger foods and cold drinks.
Vintage Edition Monopoly
You can host a family-friendly version of this party with a separate table for kids and classic board games, like Monopoly and Bingo.
Cuisinart Electric Fondue Set
3. Chocolate Fondue Party
Here is one from the '70s. Great for girls' night, the chocolate fondue party is a fun potluck-style party. Have your guests bring sliced fruit, marshmallows or graham crackers.
Here is one from the '70s. Great for girls' night, the chocolate fondue party is a fun potluck-style party. Have your guests bring sliced fruit, marshmallows or graham crackers.
Throw in a signature color for the party. Color always makes a party festive by creating instant whimsy. Anything hanging from the ceiling is a great start to a celebration.
Arrange the food artfully with other goodies before everyone starts to dip.
4. Movie-Night Party
Oscar night is February 24 in 2013. It's a great time to focus on movies. This is a gathering my kids love. This works great if you have a media room or just a big-screen TV. Make tickets and collect them at the door when the kids arrive.
Oscar night is February 24 in 2013. It's a great time to focus on movies. This is a gathering my kids love. This works great if you have a media room or just a big-screen TV. Make tickets and collect them at the door when the kids arrive.
Have lots of traditional movie treats, like popcorn, licorice and soda pop. Although not the healthiest treats for kids, every once in a while they make movie night even more special.
Mini Striped Popcorn Boxes, Set of 24
Real popcorn boxes are available at most party stores or online. Personalize the boxes by writing everyone's name on them.
5. Concert Party
Have musical friends? Why not have a concert at home? More and more people are opting for music rooms in their homes, sometimes converting underused rooms, like dining rooms, into mini concert halls.
Have musical friends? Why not have a concert at home? More and more people are opting for music rooms in their homes, sometimes converting underused rooms, like dining rooms, into mini concert halls.
Gakki Percussion Set
This type of party can work for adults or kids. Child-friendly instruments are easy to find, and playing an instrument is a great hobby to foster in children.
For an adults-only version, set up a bar cart and serve delicious drinks while you listen to your friends share their musical talents.
Tell us about your favorite party tradition below!
Tell us about your favorite party tradition below!
Chinese New Year is celebrated in February and is a festive time of food and traditions. Join in the fun with a slight twist by hosting a Chinese takeout party.
The color red is a big part of the celebration. Red envelopes like these are used to give gifts to friends and family, usually coins or dollar bills.