Throwing a 70s Party - 70s Party Ideas : 70s Costumes, 70s Party Decorations, 70s Party Games

Decorating for a 70s Party

Getting that 70s Feel for your Party!

Decorating for a 70s party can be a lot of fun! Here are a few ideas to help you get started:

Use lots of bright colors: The 70s were all about bright and bold colors, so use plenty of oranges, yellows, and greens in your decor.
Add some disco balls: No 70s party is complete without a disco ball! Hang one or two from the ceiling to create a festive atmosphere.
Use psychedelic patterns: Incorporate patterns like tie-dye, paisley, and floral prints in your decorations. You can use tablecloths, curtains, or even create a photo backdrop with these patterns.
Set the mood with lighting: Use colored light bulbs or string lights to create a groovy atmosphere. Black lights can also be used to create a cool effect.
Use retro props: Think lava lamps, bean bag chairs, and vintage posters. These items can help transport your guests back to the 70s.

Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and get into the spirit of the 70s!

70s Music

70s Party Music

You will want the 70s music flowing all night long during your 70s party, so load up on the top hits from the 70s. That does not mean just playing disco music, there was plenty of other great music to dance to in the 70s other than Disco. Make sure and include plenty of great Motown classics, as well as the top rock songs of the decade. If you do want just great 70s Disco, you can always put on our 8tracks playlist: 70s Disco Hits. You could get one of the compilation albums shown here for a great mixture of 70s party music. Also, check out the 70s Music Video Channels on this website for music ideas.

One other fun party option is to play one of our 70s Music Video Stations and let your guests vote on the next song using their cell phones. You can find all of our great 70s music stations on the top menu under "Stations".

70s Party Gifts

70s Costumes

Dressing up for your 70s party

Wearing 70s costumes is one of the most fun parts of hosting a 70s party. You will want to make sure and tell people that dressing up in 70s related garb is required for entrance! You should send 70s costume ideas out for people with the invitation, as some might not know what they should be looking for. The most obvious 70s costumes usually involve a big afro wig, big collared shirts, white disco pants, corduroy pants, extra wide ties, or even a full white leisure suit for the guys. The girls costumes usually include go-go dancer outfits, incredibly colorful hippy clothes with lots of flowers, or just about any brown and orange based clothing. Also, tie dye shirts and peace sign jewelry work great for anyone. Check out our section on 70s Fashion for more ideas.

Some additional examples are shown below. For more options, check out:

70s Costumes on Amazon.com

Throwing a 70s Party!

Your guide to throwing a groovy retro 70s themed party