'60s-Themed Birthday Party
Throw a loved one a groovy '60s-themed birthday party. From the decor to the activities, the celebrant and party guests will feel as if they've stepped back in time at this themed-party. Does this Spark an idea?
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Dress the Part
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When you send out the invitations to this party, ask guests to don 1960s-inspired clothing. Examples include bell bottoms, tie-dyed shirts, fringed vests, round glasses and mini skirts. This will help guests get into the '60s vibe.
Decor
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Set the stage for the party by decorating with items that were popular during the free love decade. Place lava lamps around the room. Hang beads over doorways. Cut out large peace signs and hang them on the walls. Bean bag chairs provide fun and comfortable seating.
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Music
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Music was an important part of the 1960s. Get guests moving to some tunes that were popular during the era. Play hits by the Beatles, the Doors, Jimi Hendrix and the Mamas and the Papas. Either play these songs as background music or have a dance party.
Activities
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Keep the crowd entertained with activities related to the 1960s. Play snippets of songs from the era and have guests try to name the band or the tune. Play a game of 1960s trivia in which guests have to answer questions associated with the decade. Have a dance party in which people dance popular 1960s dances, such as the mashed potato, the monkey and the pony.
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