Sweet 16 Themes
Sweet 16 Themes
When it comes to sweet sixteen theme ideas, it’s important to choose a theme that fits your kid perfectly. Think about some of your teen’s favorites. For example, their favorite hobbies, favorite color, or maybe even their favorite destination. The options are endless, but these are a few standout sweet 16 party themes.
A Night In Paris
For this special occasion, what could be more special than a night in Paris themed party? Say hello, or more appropriately, “Bonjour” to this perfectly sweet sixteen. Paris is a very romantic destination so bring that feel back to your birthday celebration with some Parisian décor. Think Eiffel Tower, hanging lights, a café scene and of course a birthday banner. You’ll also want to pick out a color theme for the party that the décor ties together. Excite your guests with a night in Paris themed birthday invitations that has Paris and happy sweet sixteen all over it. This charming sweet sixteen theme will have all your guests looking forward to attending your birthday bash.
Beach/Pool 16th Birthday Party
Nothing says sweet sixteen party like pulling out your favorite bathing suit and catching some rays with your girlfriends. Let your friends know a sweet sixteen they can’t miss is about to be underway with some cute pool party invitations. The invites will set the mood for the party and excite all of your guests. Detailed with sand and a beach ball these invites will serve as the perfect prelude to a memorable day. With this warm theme, there are endless options for party décor from beach towels to balloons– this party is sure to bring the sand, sun and fun! Layout beach towels in the sand or by the pool and blow up a couple of summer floaties that also double as easy birthday party decorations. A pool party sweet sixteen is a great way to incorporate the beach even if you can’t go.
Black And White Ball
What’s not to love about black and white decor? A sleek black and white birthday cake has sweet sixteen written all over it. Better yet, create a dessert table or station to set up somewhere at the party. Besides the beautiful birthday cake you can also fill clear jars with black and white colored candies. Other tasty theme related treats are chocolate fountains. Add two fountains, one with dark chocolate and the other with white chocolate to really bring the black and white to life. Also think black and white balloons and streamers. If you will be serving dinner at the party then you can also add black and white table cloths to the tables. If black and white isn’t enough for the birthday girl you can also add in a design to the party décor. Think stripes or polka dots.
Slumber Sweet Sixteen
You’re never too old to enjoy an old fashioned slumber party. Invite your teen’s best friends and set up a night full of fun and relaxation. Create a movie lineup of all their favorites, buy all their favorite sweet treats and guilty pleasure food, and turn your living room into a pillow and blanket up set up anyone would want to spend the night in. Other activities might include DIY facials, nail painting, board games, and more.
Sugary Sweet Sixteen
If your teen has a sweet tooth, consider making their 16th birthday party all about the sweetest things in life. Consider including things like cookie bars, candy bag fill up stations, and games of candy land. This kind of party is easy to decorate, with plenty of bright colors pairing perfectly with the sweet tooth theme.
Mocktail 16th Birthday Party
Making mocktails is a fun and creative way to kick off a sweet sixteen birthday party. Help you teen create a signature alcohol free drink ahead of time to serve at the party and then teach the teens how to make some delicious mocktails. You can also include a short cooking or baking class if your birthday kid loves everything culinary related.
Sweet Sixteen BBQ
BBQ’s make for a fun and easy birthday party theme, full of friends and good food. A BBQ party makes for a perfect sweet sixteen for an easy going teenager, especially if their birthday is in the warm summer months.
Outdoor Movie Party
An outdoor movie party could make the ultimate sweet sixteen theme for a movie obsessed teen. Hanging up all their favorite movie posters and string lights, rent an old fashioned popcorn machine and soda dispenser, and rent all their favorite flicks. This relaxing party theme is sure to be loved by the birthday kid and friends alike. You may also want to include rounds of movie trivia or movie bingo.
Halloween Themed Party
If your teen loves to dress up, it might be a great idea to host a Halloween party. Encourage guests to come dressed up in their favorite costume and decorate the venue in the spookiest decor you can find. Feature games like the mummy wrap or bobbing for apples. Host a dance off to Thriller or the Monster Mash. Finally, play your teen’s favorite horror movie as the night wraps up.
Highlighter/Blacklight Party
Highlighter parties are fun themes that enable your teen to express themselves with all the bright colors they can find. Buy plenty of glow sticks and glow in the dark paint well ahead of time and encourage guests to wear black or white clothing they don’t mind getting messy. Set up a room that you can block most of the light out and set up a DJ booth. This will be one dance party no one will forget!
Jocks And Cheerleader Sweet Sixteen Party
This classic party theme is a fun idea for any sweet sixteen. Ask party guests to come dressed as either a jock or cheerleader. Include plenty of old school party decor with high school references like letterman jackets, pom-poms, and sports gear. Make fun punch bowls and decorate the cake to look like the cake from Sixteen Candles.