Hawaiian Luau Party: Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Choose This Theme For Your Next Celebration

Looking for a fun idea for your next big celebration? Why not make it a Hawaiian luau theme? Here are the top ten reasons why you should consider this festive tropical gathering for your next party.

1. You want to get a good turnout. Send your guests a luau party invitation and you’ll build excitement and build anticipation. You’re letting them know that something interesting and unique is in store for them when you build the celebration around a tropical theme. They will know that this event is not to be missed.

2. A luau theme is a real icebreaker. Greet your guests at the door with a flower lei, hand them a tropical drink and give them a name tag in the Hawaiian language. Get everyone on their feet for a hula lesson. Tiki torches, Polynesian food and a little game of limbo and watch the crowd laugh and mingle with ease.

3. Easily adapts to any occasion. You can plan a luau party for a sweet 16, milestone birthday, bar mitzvah, or graduation. A Hawaiian theme is also a popular choice for weddings and anniversaries. No matter what you’re celebrating, this idea would work for any event.

4. It appeals to all ages. You could plan a children’s party with a Hawaiian theme or you could transform it into an 80th birthday celebration. This is an especially good option if you are hosting a gathering of a mixed crowd with different age groups.

5. We are in the middle of winter. That’s right, the cooler months are the perfect time for this Polynesian delicacy. There’s nothing like a tropical-themed celebration to get the crowd pumping. Turn up the thermostat. Decorate the interior with seashells, flowers, boogie boards, beach umbrellas and inflatable palm trees. Put on some island music CDs and mix up coconut drinks. Thaw winter in Hawaiian style and your guests are sure to think your party is in style.

6. You are already planning a pool party. Take the waterside vibe up a notch by turning it into a luau theme. Add some Hawaiian music, set up tiki torches around the pool, put a hibiscus in her hair, and serve up Polynesian food to make it a memorable backyard event.

7. It is a casual dress. Your guests will be comfortable in sundresses, shorts, and those colorful Hawaiian shirts. Some people prefer to skip fancy parties, where they have to dress in formal clothes. But with a luau-themed party, everyone should feel comfortable in light, bright tropical clothing.

8. It is easy to assemble. Almost every physical or online party store has luau-themed items. Because you have so many options, it won’t be hard to find decorations and favors that you like.

You can quickly transform your party area by simply putting grass skirting or raffia along the front edge of the tables. Use faux flower leis to create a tropical garland. Just open them up and then tie them end to end. Place pineapple, coconuts, and other tropical fruits in the center of the table as a centerpiece. Then bring guests in their brightly colored Hawaiian-style clothing to complete the atmosphere.

9. You don’t have to spend a lot of money. Of course, you could go all out and dig an Imu pit for a pig roast or hire professional hula dancers. But you don’t have to overdo it to have a great party.

Instead, create your own pupu plate of Polynesian appetizers. Hand out cheap hula skirts and artificial flower leis. Play a rented instructional video or DVD that teaches how to dance the hula. Borrow island background music CDs from the library. Online bargain hunting for the best deals on party supplies and luau favors.

10. It’s fun! Yes, this is the kind of party that deserves an erupting volcano cake. Ukulele music, sassy Hawaiian shirts, guests trying to swing in grass skirts, tropical food and drink create a lively and entertaining atmosphere. This is a celebration your guests will remember.

So the next time you’re planning a big celebration, go tropical. A Hawaiian luau themed party is great for any occasion, any age group, any time of year. It doesn’t take a lot of money or effort. But best of all, it will be the fun island party that no one will forget.