Discover practical tips, creative ideas and everything you need to create a colourful and fun-filled setting with these tips for organising a carnival party at home.

SET THE PARTY DRESSCODE

At a carnival party, of course costumes are a must. But don’t forget to inform your guests about this, as the themes of such a party can be infinite and if not explained well, can lead to confusion and recreate scenes from the movies where someone turns up in a costume that clashes with the rest of the guests, so much fun for them!

Establishing a dress code for your party not only adds excitement and cohesion, but also invites you to immerse yourself in the experience. Options range from loose costumes to period, cultural or film costumes. A current trend is to assign a themed name to the party, such as ‘Neon and Orange Night’ or ‘Tropical Coral’ or ‘Golden Luxury’, adding a unique and creative touch.

PREPARE VIBRANT DECORATIONS

Before you go on a carnival decor shopping spree, we recommend defining a colour palette that reflects the energy of your party and, from there, find your perfect decorations.

Hang colourful garlands and bunting all over the place. You can choose to mix different shapes and sizes.

On your table, use confetti to add a splash of colour.

Finally, adding a corner related to the theme of your party can be a top idea. From make-up tables to a photocall area with props to complement your costumes.

CREATE A PLAYLIST IN KEEPING WITH THE THEME

Music is the soul of any party, so creating a playlist according to the theme is a must for your carnival party.

Add your favourite style of music and music related to the theme of the party. You can always include timeless classics that are synonymous with Carnival. Songs like “La Vida es un Carnaval” by Celia Cruz will put all the guests in a good mood.

Incorporate songs that invite your guests to participate. Dancing to well-known choreographies will make everyone feel part of the show.

ORGANISE GAMES AND ACTIVITIES

From lively competitions to creative activities, planning a series of games will ensure that your party will be remembered as a unique and laughter-filled experience.

You can organise fancy dress competitions with prizes for everyone (best, worst or funniest). Classic party games such as beer pong, ring toss or a bottle game with challenges are sure to be a hit.

Following on from the previous tip, you can add the instrumentals of your favourite songs or the most famous ones to your Spotify playlist so you can play Karaoke.

PREPARE A CARNIVAL BUFFET

Transform your home into a carnival-style culinary feast. The tip we give you in this section is not to make elaborate meals, but rather, create different stations or dishes for all tastes and preferences and try to decorate them according to your theme.

From brochettes, tacos, puff pastries to the best cocktails and sweets (even chocolate fondies to dip different pieces of fruit or sweets, it’s a way of making several desserts in one).

With these practical tips, you will ensure that your celebration is a success and you will be able to experience unforgettable moments with friends and family in the comfort of your own home.

Life is a Carnival!