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Have you been thinking of how to throw a casino-themed party that will surprise your guests? A party that gets your invitees to experience the glamour of a Sin City casino without having to leave town?
Sounds like you? If the answer is yes, then you can’t afford to go wrong with your next party. The event will require a whole lot more than a deck of cards or some dice with lots of drinks.
To throw a memorable casino-themed party, you need to think outside the box. By that, we mean the poker table. You need to get your creative juices flowing as it takes a lot of imagination. Not sure how to get your party game on? We’re here to help!
Plan Early & Set a Budget
The first thing you need to do when organizing a casino-themed party is start planning early. There are so many things that should be done if you want your casino night to succeed. Therefore, you need to give yourself enough time to plan the event.
It’s also essential to figure out how much you’re ready to spend by setting a budget. It will help you decide the type of refreshments you plan to offer and what decorations, games, or entertainment you can afford for the party. Your budget can also help decide what prizes you can offer to your guests.
Choose a Dress Code
When it comes to casino-themed parties, dress codes play an important role in gracing the event because they set everyone in the mood. The dress code can be anything from formal to casual and even fancy dress. For instance, in a formal setting, tuxedos and suits will be more suitable for men, while evening gowns will be perfect for women.
For a casual dress code, James Bond, Odd Job, Doctor No, Baron Samedi, and Emilio Largo will be a great inspiration, and Miss Mata Bond, Jinx, Russian Henchwoman, Pussy Galore, May Day will be good character ideas for women. Regardless, the invitation is the best way to highlight dress codes and colour themes.
Pick Your Games
There can literally be no casino party without the games, so you need to think of picking games for your party. There are several options, from competitive poker or blackjack sessions to more casual games like bingo. Since it’s a party, you want to give people as many options as possible to keep everyone entertained.
Hire Certified Dealers
Depending on the type of game you choose, we recommend getting real dealers when organizing a casino-themed party. It’ll make the event much more catchy. You should hire people who are really good at understanding all or most of the rules of casino games.
Having friends who have some idea of poker is good, but you’d be better off going with professional dealers. They will ensure that games are run correctly and that the party is fun for everyone.
Design Themed Invitation
Sure, word of mouth invitation is great, but you’d want to get your guests looking forward to the event, and that’s why you need a themed invitation. You can decide to do it yourself or hire professional designers for it.
In any case, go for a design that will excite people when they receive the invitation. You can give the 1960’s Casino Royale book cover a try, as it will suit a formal casino-themed party, or make the background 007 gun barrel image.
Turn on the Music
Just like every other party, a casino-themed one certainly has a place for music, of course. Some people would say music is the life of the party. However, the kind of music on your playlist should fit the theme. Some great suggestions include:
- Poker Face by Lady Gaga
- Waking Up In Vegas by Katy Perry
- The Gambler by Johnny Cash
- The Winner Takes It All by ABBA
- Casino Boogie by The Rolling Stones
- Viva Las Vegas by Elvis Presley
- Luck Be A Lady by Frank Sinatra
- Ace of Spades by Motörhead
Or you can hire a DJ to handle the music so that you can focus on other aspects of the event.
Rent Gaming Equipment
If your party isn’t some poker night with friends at home, you’ll need equipment to match the event. Holding a large-scale casino night is a big deal. Rent actual gaming equipment, such as poker tables, slot machines, blackjack tables, and roulette tables.
If you have been thinking about setting up card tables and a few high tops would do, we’re sorry to disappoint you. Getting standard equipment will make your event more fun and legitimate and, of course, will create a more authentic atmosphere for your guests.
What’s the Atmosphere Like?
No, we’re not referring to how the weather will look like on the day you want to have your party – far from it. Instead, we’re referring to your venue's decorations and settings. Where have you decided to host your guests and how does it look?
Remember that one time you visited a land-based casino? What did you love about it? Sure, you had fun with the game and had free drinks, but one thing stood out – the venue's aesthetics.
How about transferring that idea to your casino-themed party? Decorations are pretty important as they help set the mood for your party. Here are some great theme suggestions: Havana Nights or the Roaring Twenties. Keep in mind that decorations for your themed party might be expensive, which is why we suggested having a budget earlier.
Conclusion
Casino parties are more about people having fun than gambling. So, if you’re hosting an authentic casino-themed party, we hope the tips we’ve listed in this post will come in handy.
