Nothing says party like the roaring 20s. An era of wild parties, sophisticated décor and classy outfits, you can give your guests full reign to enjoy themselves when you select this theme for your shindig. Ranked as one of the most fun party themes you can choose, 20’s themed parties make for amazing photos and unforgettable festivities.

Go all out with flamboyant costumes, Art Deco styling and live jazz music to create a get-together that your guests will remember for years to come. If you’re looking to plan your own Gatsby-inspired party, then here is what you need to get started: 

Pick a theme

Whilst the 20s themselves are a theme, you could get even more specific and opt for a certain style or iconic pop culture moment. Signature moments of the 20s include The Great Gatsby, the swinging jazz music scene and black and white films. 

You could zero in on one of these subsections to host a truly spectacular event. Hire a jazz band to play the classics and contemporary spins of modern songs or impose a colour scheme for guests to match their outfits to. Think flapper dresses, feather boas, tuxedos and lots and lots of gold. 

Play games

There is much more involved in a successful theme party than just décor and outfits. You can keep your guests entertained and create a lively atmosphere by organising some games. The 1920s were known for its connection to gambling so why not opt for traditional games like roulette that fit with the era? Go all out by hiring a casino table and professional dealer for your card games. 

Board games were big in the 1920s so if you want to avoid gambling, you can play classics like Backgammon and Parchesi. 

Costume contest 

The 20s is one of our overall decade fashion favourites and no roaring Gatsby party is complete without the elegant clothing that was all the rage. Hats, bowties, drop waists, beads and many feathers.

To get your guests really into the swing of things, you can hold a costume contest. You could sweeten the deal with a prize for the best dressed, whether you opt for a spa day certificate or gift card. 

Solve a mystery

There are few better time periods to hold a mystery party than the 20s! With gangsters, bootleggers and the rise of Hollywood, this era offers an exciting backdrop for a thrilling and immersive murder mystery story that really gets your guests mingling. 

There are many prewritten games available to buy at stores or you could create a unique storyline that is tailored to your guests. The latter is complete with personalised character backstories, slow reveals and red herrings.