How to Throw a Hawaiian Theme Thanksgiving Party

Surprise your guests by infusing your Thanksgiving celebration with the tropical flare of a Hawaiin themed foods and decorations. Throwing a Hawaiian theme Thanksgiving party is easy with the right tropical decorations and exotic twists on classic Thanksgiving foods. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Grass skirts
  • Silk flower leis
  • Pineapple
  • Pillar candles
  • Fresh orchids
  • Brightly colored tablecloth
  • Tropical flower garlands
  • Pre-made sugar cookie dough
  • Tube frosting
  • Cellophane bags
  • Ribbon
  • Orchids
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Instructions

  1. Plan the Menu

    • 1

      Add a tropical mustard-pineapple glaze to the traditional roasted turkey.

    • 2

      Serve tropical fruit salad and upside down pineapple biscuits.

    • 3

      Replace traditional mashed potatoes and herb stuffing with mashed sweet potatoes and macadamia nut stuffing.

    • 4

      Serve grilled pineapples and chocolate coconut cream pie for dessert instead of the traditional pumpkin or apple pie.

    • 5

      Refresh your guests by serving tropical drinks, such as pina coladas and tropical fruit punch.

    Plan the Decorations

    • 6

      Present each guest with a faux flower lei upon arrival.

    • 7

      Afix a grass skirt to the edge of your dining room table using duct tape and cover with a brightly colored tablecloth.

    • 8

      Hang faux garlands of tropical flowers on the backs of chairs, and scatter them on the table for added color.

    • 9

      Make a Hawaiian-themed centerpiece with a pineapple surrounded by white pillar candles and fresh orchids.

    Create Guest Name Cards

    • 10

      Cut out pre-made sugar cookie dough, using Hawaiian themed cookie cutters such as pineapples, palm trees, surfboards and orchids.

    • 11

      Bake the cookies, and let them cool completely.

    • 12

      Use tube frosting and icing, available in the baking section of the grocery store, to decorate each cookie.

    • 13

      Pipe each guest's name onto the cookie and let the frosting dry.

    • 14

      Place each cookie in a clear cellophane bag and tie with a piece of colored ribbon and fresh orchid.

    Plan the Entertainment

    • 15

      Hold a hula dancing contest. Let the host and hostess be the judges.

    • 16

      Ask guests to dress in Hawaiian-themed outfits. Award a prize for most authentic outfit.

    • 17

      Play Hawaiian-themed background music.

Tips & Warnings

  • Guests can take home their "name cards" to enjoy later!

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