7 AMAZING IDEAS FOR TEEN´S THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Celebrating a teenager’s birthday can be quite an adventure! With their constantly changing tastes and desire for something unique and exciting, planning a themed birthday party can be the key to organizing a celebration they’ll never forget. Here are seven incredible ideas for themed birthday parties that will make your teenager’s celebration unforgettable.

Make your teenagers feel like Hollywood stars with a Hollywood-style party! Invite your guests to dress in their finest formal attire and set up a red carpet to welcome them. Configure a photo area with fun accessories and “press” posters so your teenagers feel like true celebrities.

  1. Best Performance Contest: Guests can perform small improvised scenes or impersonate their favorite actors.
  2. Movie Trivia: Organize a question and answer game about famous movies, with prizes for the winners!
  3. Photo Session: Set up an area with a glamorous backdrop and fun accessories so guests can take paparazzi-style photos.
  4. Movie Songs Karaoke: Guests can sing their favorite movie songs while enjoying the party.
  5. Outdoor Movie Screening: If possible, set up an outdoor screen and project some classic movies for guests to enjoy under the stars.
  1. Neon Lights: Decorate the area with neon lights to create a glamorous party atmosphere.
  2. Red Carpet: Place a red carpet at the entrance to welcome your guests like authentic stars.
  3. Movie Posters: Hang posters of famous movies on the walls to add an authentic touch to the ambiance.
  4. Star Garlands: Hang star garlands throughout the venue to add an extra touch of glamour.
  5. Movie-Themed Centerpieces: Use popcorn in cardboard boxes as centerpieces or place miniature film reels as decoration.
  1. Themed Cocktails: Create cocktails inspired by famous movies, such as the “James Bond Martini” or the “Sex and the City Cosmopolitan.”
  2. Mini Pizzas: Serve mini pizzas on trays with a variety of toppings so guests can customize them.
  3. Gourmet Popcorn: Prepare gourmet popcorn with flavors like parmesan cheese, caramel, or jalapeño.
  4. Elegant Canapés: Offer a selection of elegant canapés such as caviar blinis or smoked salmon tartlets.
  5. Candy Bar: Create a candy bar with candies, chocolates, and other favorite treats, just like at a movie night!

Travel back in time with a retro-themed party. From the 1950s to the 1990s, choose a favorite decade and have your teenagers dress accordingly to that era. Prepare a playlist with the hit songs of the decade and organize games and activities that reflect the fashion and culture of the chosen period.

  1. Dance Contest: Organize a dance contest with music from the chosen era, such as 1950s rock and roll or 1970s disco music.
  2. Retro Trivia: Prepare a trivia game with questions about historical events, music, and popular culture from the selected decade.
  3. Best Hairstyle Contest: Guests can compete for the best retro hairstyle, whether it’s a 1950s pompadour or a 1970s afro.
  4. Vintage Bingo: Play bingo with themed cards featuring images and symbols from the retro era.
  5. Era Dance Workshop: Hire a dance instructor to teach guests the characteristic dance steps of the chosen decade.
  1. Vinyl Records and Record Players: Decorate the area with vinyl records and posters of iconic artists from the retro era.
  2. Lava Lamps: Place lava lamps on the tables to add a psychedelic touch to the decor.
  3. Pastel Colors: Use pastel colors like pink, sky blue, and yellow for the party’s color palette.
  4. Antique Telephones: Place antique telephones as part of the decoration or as functional elements to add authenticity.
  5. Star-Shaped Helium Balloons: Decorate with star-shaped helium balloons to add a touch of fun and sparkle to the party.
  1. Mini Burgers: Serve mini burgers with classic ingredients like lettuce, tomato, and cheddar cheese.
  2. Retro Milkshakes: Prepare malt shop-style milkshakes with classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry.
  3. Cheese Fondue: Offer a cheese fondue station with bread, fruits, and vegetables for dipping.
  4. Gelatin Cubes: Make gelatin cubes in retro flavors like cherry, lime, and orange.
  5. Classic Desserts: Serve retro desserts like red velvet cake, lemon tart, or tapioca pudding.

What teenager hasn’t dreamed of having superpowers? Organize a superhero party where your guests can dress up as their favorite characters. Decorate the place with comics and superhero posters, and organize themed activities such as a treasure hunt or a costume competition.

  1. Superhero Treasure Hunt: Organize a treasure hunt with superhero-themed clues and challenges.
  2. Costume Contest: Guests can compete for the best superhero costume, with prizes for the most creative ones!
  3. Obstacle Course: Create an obstacle course where guests can test their superhero skills.
  4. Face Painting: Hire an artist to paint superhero designs on guests’ faces.
  5. Superhero Video Game Tournament: Set up a video game station where guests can compete in superhero games like Batman: Arkham Knight or Marvel’s Spider-Man.
  1. Superhero Silhouettes: Hang cardboard cutouts of superheroes on the walls to create an atmosphere of action and adventure.
  2. Welcome Banner: Place a welcome banner with the logo of the Justice League or the Avengers at the entrance.
  3. Superhero Shaped Balloons: Decorate with balloons shaped like superheroes, such as Batman, Superman, or Iron Man.
  4. Neon Lights: Use neon lights in bright colors like red, blue, and yellow to create a comic book atmosphere.
  5. Cape Centerpieces: Use superhero capes as centerpieces or as part of the main table decoration.

Superpizza: Serve pizza shaped like a superhero logo, with fresh and delicious ingredients!
Superpower Smoothies: Prepare healthy smoothies with fruits and vegetables to give guests an extra dose of energy.
Kryptonite Mini Hot Dogs: Serve mini hot dogs with a variety of condiments and sauces so guests can create their own combinations.
Superhero Popcorn: Serve popcorn in bags with superhero designs, perfect for enjoying during the party!
Superhero Ice Cream Bar: Create an ice cream bar with a variety of toppings and sauces so guests can create their own superhero ice creams.


If your teenagers love nature and adventure, an outdoor party can be the perfect choice. Organize a hiking excursion, a bonfire with roasted marshmallows, and activities like archery or zip-lining. A unique experience that they will surely remember for a long time!

  1. Hiking Excursion: Organize a hike along a nearby trail where guests can enjoy nature.
  2. Marshmallow Campfire: Set up an outdoor campfire where guests can roast marshmallows and tell stories.
  3. Survival Games: Arrange survival games such as building shelters or foraging for food in nature.
  4. Archery: Set up an archery station where guests can practice their shooting skills.
  5. Star Gazing: End the night with a star gazing session where guests can enjoy the night sky.
  1. Tents: Decorate the area with tents and lanterns to create a camping atmosphere.
  2. Leaf Garlands: Use leaf and branch garlands to decorate the area and add a touch of nature.
  3. Adventure Signs: Hang signs with inspirational quotes about nature and adventure on the walls.
  4. Citronella Candles: Use citronella candles to illuminate the area and repel insects during the night.
  5. Nature Colors: Use nature-inspired colors like green, brown, and blue for the party’s color palette.
  1. utdoor BBQ: Serve an outdoor barbecue with burgers, hot dogs, grilled corn, and other delights.
  2. S’mores: Set up a s’mores station with marshmallows, chocolate, and cookies so guests can make their own treats.
  3. Fresh Salads: Serve fresh salads with seasonal ingredients so guests can enjoy light and healthy dishes.
  4. Homemade Lemonade: Prepare homemade lemonade with fresh lemons and herbs for a refreshing and delicious drink.
  5. Seasonal Fruits: Serve a variety of fresh seasonal fruits as dessert, perfect for enjoying outdoors!


Immerse yourself in mystery and elegance with a masquerade party or masquerade ball. Invite your teenagers to create their own unique masks and get ready for a night full of intrigue and fun. Organize a mask contest or simply let your guests enjoy the magic of the night with their hidden identities.

  1. Masquerade Dance: Host a masquerade dance where guests can show off their best moves on the dance floor.
  2. Mask Contest: Guests can compete for the best mask, with prizes for the most creative ones!
  3. Riddle Games: Organize riddle games where guests have to guess each other’s identities.
  4. Dance Races: Organize dance races where guests have to perform different moves while wearing their masks.
  5. Photo Session: Set up an area with a fancy backdrop and fun props so guests can take paparazzi-style photos.
  1. Venetian Masks: Decorate the area with Venetian masks in vibrant colors and elegant designs.
  2. Elegant Fabrics: Use elegant fabrics like velvet, silk, and satin for the venue decoration.
  3. Decorative Candles: Place decorative candles in elegant candle holders to create an intimate and romantic atmosphere.
  4. Flower Garlands: Use flower and leaf garlands to decorate the area and add a touch of nature.
  5. Mask Centerpieces: Use masks as centerpieces or as part of the main table decoration.
  1. Elegant Canapés: Serve a variety of elegant canapés such as blinis with caviar, smoked salmon tartlets, and fine cheeses.
  2. Classic Cocktails: Prepare classic cocktails like the Martini, Mojito, and Cosmopolitan for the guests.
  3. Spanish Tapas: Serve a selection of Spanish tapas such as olives, Spanish omelette, croquettes, and serrano ham.
  4. Chocolate Fondue: Set up a chocolate fondue station with a variety of fruits and sweets for guests to enjoy.
  5. Sparkling Beverages: Serve champagne, sparkling wine, or bubbly cocktails for toasting and celebrating the occasion.

For technology and video game lovers, a video game-themed party is the perfect choice. Set up gaming stations with your teenagers’ favorite consoles and games and organize friendly tournaments. Don’t forget to prepare snacks and drinks to keep the gamers energized all night long!

  1. Video Game Tournaments: Organize video game tournaments where guests can compete against each other in popular games.
  2. Gaming Stations: Set up gaming stations with different consoles and games for guests to play and enjoy.
  3. Virtual Reality Session: Prepare a virtual reality session where guests can experience immersive games.
  4. Cosplay Contest: Guests can compete for the best costume of their favorite video game character.
  5. Speedrun Challenge: Arrange a speedrun challenge where guests have to complete a game as quickly as possible.
  1. Video Game Posters: Decorate the area with video game posters and conceptual artwork from their favorite games.
  2. Neon Lights: Use neon lights in bright colors like blue, green, and pink to create a video game party atmosphere.
  3. Cushions and Rugs: Place comfortable cushions and rugs to create a cozy space for gaming.
  4. Action Figures: Use action figures of video game characters as decoration or functional elements to add authenticity.
  5. Split-Screen Posters: Hang posters with split-screen designs to create a cooperative and competitive gaming environment.
  1. Gamer Pizza: Serve pizza shaped like a game controller or in the logo of their favorite game.
  2. Energy Snacks: Prepare a variety of energy snacks like cheese sticks, nachos, and chicken wings to keep guests fueled during the party.
  3. Energy Drinks: Serve energy drinks like caffeinated sodas, isotonic beverages, or energy drinks to keep guests alert and energetic.
  4. Snack Bar: Create a snack bar with a variety of candies, chocolates, and cookies for guests to enjoy while gaming.
  5. Themed Cocktails: Prepare themed cocktails inspired by video games such as the “Mushroom Kingdom Martini” or the “Potion Punch”.

Why settle for just one theme when you can travel the world in one party? Create themed stations representing different countries with decorations, music, and typical food. From Japanese sushi to Mexican tacos, your teenagers can enjoy a variety of flavors and cultures in one night.

  1. World Culture Trivia: Organize a trivia game with questions about different countries and cultures from around the world.
  2. Travel Passport: Create a “travel passport” where guests can collect stamps by participating in different activities and games.
  3. International Crafts: Host a craft activity where guests can create themed souvenirs from different countries.
  4. Obstacle Course: Create an obstacle course inspired by different countries and cultures for guests to complete.
  5. Word Games: Organize word games with phrases and idiomatic expressions from different languages and cultures.
  1. Country Flags: Decorate the area with flags from different countries to represent the cultural diversity of the world.
  2. World Maps: Use world maps as decoration to add a touch of adventure and exploration.
  3. Vintage Suitcases: Place vintage suitcases as part of the decoration or as functional elements to add authenticity.
  4. Globe Balloon Garlands: Decorate with globe balloon garlands to add a fun and colorful touch to the party.
  5. Travel-Themed Centerpieces: Use travel-themed objects like globes, maps, and toy airplanes as centerpieces.
  1. International Tapas: Serve a selection of international tapas such as olives, patatas bravas, hummus, and falafel.
  2. Sushi Bar: Set up a sushi bar with a variety of sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri for guests to enjoy.
  3. Tropical Drinks: Serve tropical drinks like piña colada, mango mojito, or caipirinha to refresh the guests.
  4. World Desserts: Serve a variety of world desserts like Greek baklava, Italian tiramisu, or French macarons.
  5. Exotic Beverages: Serve a selection of exotic beverages like Japanese sake, Argentine wine, or Indian chai tea for guests to enjoy.