Superhero Party Theme

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This year I’m hosting a superhero-themed Halloween costume party for adults, by popular demand. Well, technically it’s a Heroes and Villains party, so they don’t have to be “super” but you get the idea. If you want to learn how to host a superhero party of your own, I’m here to help. We’ll cover everything from props to costumes to drinks.

I’ll walk you through all the key elements and considerations of hosting this type of party. That way, you’ll not only go along for the ride with respect to my own real-life party planning, you’ll also learn everything you need to host a superhero party of your own!

Good to go? Let’s begin.

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Saw Party Theme

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If you love the Saw movie series and want to host a Saw Halloween party with a particularly frightening touch, you’ve come to the right place. Here I’ll cover everything you need from invitations to props to games, to ensure you that you’ve thought through the entire party from start to finish.

Are you ready? Let’s get started.

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80s Halloween Party Ideas

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Here are my best 80s Halloween party ideas to inspire you and help you succeed. You’ll find ideas for decor, costumes, invitations, music, and more. I organized and hosted an eighties-themed Halloween costume party a couple of years ago and it was a lot of fun. Let me help you enjoy the same kind of success! By following the tips below, you’ll ensure you’ve covered all the bases, and you’ll save a lot of valuable time too!

If you’re new to hosting and need help planning a Halloween party in general, you might want to start with Halloween Party Planning 101. It covers the 12 things you must absolutely keep in mind when organizing a Halloween party.

And if you find that an 1980s party isn’t quite your style, check out the Themes page for more start-to-finish party ideas!

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Ideas for a Princess Party

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Child Beautiful Princess CostumeCheck out these ideas for a princess party to remember! From decorations to invitations, to food and games, I’ve got you covered. I’ll help you ensure you’ve considered everything you’ll need and provide some great inspiration along the way. By guiding you through the party planning process, I’ll make it easier for you to organize the event, saving you time and reducing stress!

Before we start, a word of advice. If you are fairly new to entertaining and would like some help on how to plan a party in more general terms before focusing on the theme, I’d recommend that you check out the Hosting section for additional help.

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Halloween Witches Party

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Here’s how to host a coven-themed, Halloween witches party. You’ll need to keep several key considerations in mind, including decor, invitations, food and drinks, and more. Fortunately, I can walk you through the process quickly and painlessly, so you can get to work on organizing and planning for the big night. If you follow the best practices provided below, you’ll save precious time and know you’re on the right path.

That said, if you are new to entertaining and would like some help on how to plan a Halloween party before focusing on the theme, I recommend that you start by reading my Halloween Party Planning 101 post, which covers the 12 things you must always absolutely consider when organizing any kind of Halloween party.

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Game of Thrones Halloween Party

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Here’s everything you need for a Game of Thrones Halloween party, including decor, costumes, invitations, food, drinks, and more. This is a popular theme this Halloween, so it’s important to get it right. By following the tips below, you’ll ensure you’ve covered all the bases, and you’ll save a lot of valuable time too!

If you’re new to hosting and need help planning a Halloween party in general, you might want to start with Halloween Party Planning 101. It covers the 12 things you must absolutely keep in mind when organizing a Halloween party.

If you’re looking for costumes instead, check out the best Game of Thrones costumes you can buy.

And if you find that Game of Thrones isn’t quite your style, check out the Ideas>Party Themes section for more start-to-finish party ideas!

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Adult Pirate Party Ideas

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Planning an adult pirate party this Halloween? This is a theme that’s always popular because it’s one that most people love and understand well. What’s more, pirate costumes are generally abundant, affordable, and easy to find. That said, organizing a party — even one with such a common theme — is quite a bit more involved than simply attending one, so let me guide you through the various aspects of a successful pirate party for adults. There’s more to this than you might think, especially if you want to get creative, so it’s best to start planning as early as possible.

If you haven’t already done so, you may want to familiarize yourself with the 12 things you need to consider when planning any Halloween party, regardless of theme by reading my Halloween Party Planning 101 post.  If you’ve already done that or you plan on doing it later, continue reading to learn how to host an amazing pirate p-arrr-ty!

For those of you planning a Halloween party for kids, please visit the Ideas>Kids Stuff section.

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Fall Themed Party Ideas

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scarecrowIf you’re in search of fall-themed party ideas for a more understated, not-so-scary Halloween party, you’ve come to the right place! Sometimes it’s a nice change of pace to host a party that’s simple, straightforward, and subtle. The surest way to accomplish that at Halloween is to base your theme more on the season and less on the holiday.

If you haven’t already done so, you may want to begin with my all-encompassing Halloween Party Planning 101 post to familiarize yourself with the 12 things you need to consider when planning a Halloween party.

If you’ve already done that or you’re in a hurry, let’s get straight into how to apply an autumn theme to your party!

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How to Host a Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner Party

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knifeWant to know how to host a Halloween murder mystery party? These unique dinner parties can involve a lot of preparation, so you’ll need to do some work in advance. Don’t worry, though – these types of parties are a lot of fun if they’re well executed, so it’s important to ensure you plan and organize them properly.

Luckily, I’ve got some key tips and best practices to help you break down and simplify the process, starting with choosing the right murder mystery game.

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Mad Scientist Halloween Party Idea

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doctorHere I’m going show you how I put together a mad scientist Halloween party with a twist.  As opposed to a traditional Dr. Frankenstein or crazy scientist theme, I opted to make my scientist a grieving widower trying desperately to bring his dearly departed love back from the dead.

This was actually the second adult Halloween party I ever organized. Like the vampire nurse party from the year before, this one wasn’t a themed party per se in the sense that I didn’t prescribe what kind of costumes my guests should wear. It did however, include a similar bait-and-punchline technique and was very well received by all who attended.

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