27 Costume Party Ideas to Spice up any Celebration 

Are you tired of the same old parties? From an 80s-themed to a tacky tourist party, check out these epic costume party ideas that will spice up any celebration.

27 Costume Party Ideas to Spice up any Celebration.

Costume Party Ideas

1. Dynamic Duo

Get ready for double the fun by having your guests team up with a partner to create an iconic duo.

Whether it’s peanut butter and jelly, Batman and Robin, or Mickey and Minnie Mouse, an iconic duo party is a super cute and collaborative theme.

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2. Tacky Tourist

Transform your party into a tourist hotspot with a tacky tourist theme. 

From Hawaiian shirts and fanny packs to oversized cameras and souvenir hats, encourage your guests to get creative and bring the vacation vibes to your celebration.

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3. All White Party

Get ready for a fun and cohesive theme with an all white party.

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4. 2000s Party

Take a trip down memory lane with a 2000s themed party. 

From denim-on-denim outfits and layered tank tops to frosted lip gloss and flip phones, encourage guests to embrace the fashion and trends of the era for a super rad celebration.

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5. Formal Prom Party

Invite your guests to dress up their fanciest gowns and suits and get ready for a night of dancing, laughter, and good times with a prom themed party.

For that extra prom vibe, decorate your space with some fun prom themed ideas such as: 

  • Night in Paris
  • Under the sea
  • Masquerade ball

6. Groovy 70s Party

Roll out the bell bottoms and psychedelic patterns for a groovy 70s dress up party.

Groovy music, lava lamps, and cute retro decor will further set the mood for your  groovy and fun celebration.

7. 80s Theme Party

80s costume party.

From workout enthusiasts to pop stars, an 80s themed party is the perfect opportunity for your guests to shine with big hair and vibrant neon colors.

8. 90s Theme Party

Get ready to channel your inner Spice Girl or Mariah Carey because we’re throwing it back to the 90s.

So, tell me what you want, what you really, really want, because a 90s themed costume party is going to be absolutely rad.

9. Meme Party

Laugh out loud with a meme-themed party where guests can dress up as their favorite internet memes and viral sensations.

10. Dress as Your Favorite Celebrity 

From Hollywood A-listers to popular artists, roll out the red carpet and host a celebrity-themed party where guests can dress up as their favorite celebrities.

Costume Party Themes

11. Dress up in a Different Theme

Why settle for one theme when you can have them all? 

Encourage guests to get creative and dress up according to a different theme of their choice. 

From superheroes to historical figures, the possibilities are endless, and will contribute to an awesome gathering.

12. Dress as Your Favorite Holiday 

Tis the season to celebrate!

Whether you’re a Christmas fanatic or a Valentine’s enthusiast, a Holiday themed costume party is the perfect opportunity for everyone to embrace their favorite holidays. 

Dress up as an Elf, the American flag, or even a heart– the options are endless.

13. Dress as Your Favorite Sport

Costume party ideas | dress up as your favorite sport.

Calling all sports fans! 

Have everyone show off their team spirit by dressing up in their fav sports gear.

14. Pajama Party

Who says you have to get dressed up to have a good time? 

Embrace comfort and relaxation with a Cozy Pajama Party! 

Tell your guests to wear their comfiest sleepwear, grab some cozy blankets and pillows, and get ready for a night of lounging and good times.

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15. Safari Adventure Party

Invite your friends to dress up as their favorite safari animal and get ready for a wild adventure with a Safari-themed party.

Fun Costume Party Ideas

16. Tropical Getaway Party

Tell your guests to dress up as if they’re on a tropical getaway vacation.

17. Dress as Your Favorite Emoji

Meme dress up party

From 🥰 to 🤷🏽‍♀️, tell your guests to get creative with their costumes and let their favorite emojis come to life.

18. Movie Character Themed Party

Invite everyone to dress up as a character from their favorite movie.

19. Dress in Your Favorite Color

Whether you’re passionate about pink or crazy for blue, encourage your friends to show off their true colors by dressing up in their favorite color(s).

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20. Dress as Your Favorite Disney Character 

From Disney princesses to Disney Channel Stars and animated Disney characters, invite your guests to dress up as their favorite Disney character.

21. Oscars/Award Show Party

Invite everyone to dress up as if they were going to an Oscars award show.

22. Old vs. Young

Get ready to turn back the clock with an old vs young themed party. 

Guests can choose to embrace their inner child or channel their inner grandparent

Creative Costume Party Ideas

23. Three Peas in a Pod

Three peas in a pod dress up party.

Encourage guests to gather in groups of three and dress up as popular trios. Think of:

  • Three little pigs
  • Power puff girls
  • Peas in a pod
  • Traffic lights
  • S’more graham cracker (Chocolate, graham cracker, marshmallows)
  • Alvin and the chipmunks
  • Ed, Edd n Eddy

24. Twinning is Winning

Invite your friends to find a partner, wear matching outfits, and get ready for double the fun with a twinning is winning themed party.

25. Movie Production

Pick a movie and have everyone dress up as characters from that movie.

26. Crazy Hair Party

Tell your guests to get creative and let their hair down with a crazy hair Party.

27. Superheroes and Villains

Superheroes vs villians costume party.

Invite everyone to dress up into their favorite superhero or villain for an action-packed party.