Updated on: Sep 01, 2024
The 2000s were an iconic time for parties. If you’re wanting to celebrate Y2K style, you’ve come to the right place! From decorations to favors and foods, we have all the 2000s themed party ideas.
2000s Themed Party Decorations
1. 2000s Lingo
Hang signs that feature slang from the 2000s! Like “wassup?”, “that’s hot”, “booyah!”, or “fo shizzle.”
2. CD Wall
This 2000s themed party decoration idea can be purchased or a DIY! You’ll need several blank CDs, binder rings, and a drill. Drill a hole in the top and bottom of each CD, then connect them with the binder rings. You can connect as many as you want to make it the size you need!
3. Lighting (Strobe Lights and Blacklight)
Turn your venue into a 2000s club scene with the right lighting! Strobe lights are a good choice to add some color and movement. Blacklights will make neon pop! Either of these (or both) are perfect for a 2000s themed party!
4. Beaded Curtains
Beaded curtains were all the rage in the 2000s. You can use them to separate different spaces or activities at your 2000s themed party.
5. Glow-in-the-Dark
Make sure to include some glow-in-the-dark decorations to go with the 2000s theme! Balloons might be just the right addition! You can even encourage your guests to wear some glow-in-the-dark things (like jewelry or paint).
6. Collage Wall
Decorate a wall with different images, stickers, posters, etc. that are reminiscent of the 2000s! This would make an awesome backdrop for a photo booth. Your guests are sure to be excited by this nostalgic touch!
7. Y2K Decorations
You can also include Y2K decorations! Add flip phones, iPods, and butterflies to your centerpieces or incorporate iridescent ceiling decorations and fringe.
9. Novelty Candies
Let your guests choose from an assortment of popular 2000s candies like Baby Bottle Pop, Fun Dip, and Bubble Tape! They can put them in these 2000s themed party favor bags.
10. Silly Bandz
Silly Bandz bracelets are fun and perfect for a 2000s themed party favor! You can have each guest take an assorted pack. Or you can have a bunch of loose bracelets in a bowl and let them pick out a few to take home!
11. Musical Keychain
The party doesn’t have to stop just because your guests go home. Let them take some 2000s music with them! These keychains have scannable codes that link to playlists, and some even look like iPods!
12. Shutter Shades
These sunglasses were extremely popular in the 2000s. Send these home and let your guests enjoy the blast from the past!
13. Tamagotchi
These novelty toys will make your guests feel all sorts of nostalgic! This might be a pricier favor option, but it’s sure to be a hit!
2000s Themed Party Foods
14. “Adult Lunchable” (Charcuterie Boards)
Another thing to bring some nostalgia to your 2000s themed party is charcuterie boards! It’s like a grown-up version of a Lunchable, and it can be customized with anything you want! Keep it true to Lunchables with ham or turkey, cheese, crackers, and vanilla or chocolate sandwich cookies! You could even make one that’s pizza Lunchable themed with pepperoni, mini pita, shredded cheese, and sauce!
15. Pizza Rolls
Pizza Rolls are an easy and delicious party food that is still popular today! Choose a variety of flavors and spread them out on trays for your guests to enjoy.
16. Sliders
These miniature sandwiches are the perfect party food! You can make burgers, BBQ, grilled chicken – anything you prefer! Get some festive sandwich toothpicks to hold them together.
17. Kool-Aid
For a touch of the 2000s, serve Kool-Aid Jammers! These are easy for your guests to grab and drink. If you want, you can even make a cocktail with Kool-Aid drink mix, some sliced fruit, and your favorite liquors!
18. Jell-O Shots
Jell-O shots are fun for parties - especially a 2000s themed party! Choose Jell-O in whatever colors and flavors you want, and mix with vodka! You’ll need these tiny plastic cups for easy serving.
19. Mountain Dew
Bottles or cans of these fun flavors are another great drink option for your guests! Choose from Voltage, Code Red, or Livewire. These were all popular flavors in the 2000s, and are still available today!
20. Snack Cakes
Offer an assortment of snack cakes for dessert! Choose from Nutty Buddies, Cosmic Brownies, or Zebra Cakes. These are a fun and delicious throwback and take practically no effort to serve!
21. Cupcakes
Specialty cupcakes were very popular in the 2000s, and it’s a trend that’s still going strong! You can find lots of specialty flavors and sizes at the grocery store, or order custom cupcakes from your favorite local baker. If you want to make your own, try baking mini cupcakes and decorating with sprinkles.
22. Cheez Balls
Planter’s Cheez Balls were a classic party snack, and you can probably still find them at your local grocery store! Serve them in the original containers for a throw-back look. Or serve them in a giant bowl with a scoop.
23. Cereal Station
This idea will take your guests back to their childhoods! A cereal station might be a bit unconventional for a party, but it’ll definitely be a hit! Serve popular 2000s cereals like French Toast Crunch, Frosted Flakes, Cookie Crisp, Cap’n Crunch, Trix, Honeycomb, and Reese’s Puffs. You can even get individual packs to make serving the cereal extra easy!
2000s Themed Party Games and Activities
24. Karaoke
Karaoke is a classic party activity and it’s certainly appropriate for a 2000s themed party. All you need is a small setup with a couple of mics and space for your guests to sing their hearts out.
25. Movie/Reality TV Marathon
If you have a TV (or projector) in your party space, play some popular 2000s movies like Spy Kids, Napoleon Dynamite, or Mean Girls! Keep it casual and let the movies play in the background. Or set up a designated movie space! If a movie marathon seems like too much of a commitment, try showing episodes of reality TV shows like The Osbournes, Pimp My Ride, or The Simple Life!
26. Costume Contest
Everyone will probably want to dress in their 2000s best, so why not make it a contest? You can give out prizes for “Most Bling” or “Juiciest Tracksuit.” Just make sure your guests know ahead of time so they can prepare!
27. Disposable Cameras
Have a basket full of disposable cameras for your guests to grab and use throughout the party! Let them drop the cameras off before leaving and you can get the film developed later! Your guests can even leave their address attached to the camera they used so you can mail the photos to them afterward.
28. Video Games
If your guests were younger during the 2000s, a video game setup will be especially nostalgic for them! You can choose classic games like Mario Kart, Super Smash Brothers, and Donkey Kong Jungle Beat. Or you can go for games popular in the later 2000s like Dance Dance Revolution and Guitar Hero!
29. 2000s Trivia
Trivia is a fun way to test your guests on their 2000s knowledge! Whoever answers the most questions correctly wins!
30. Bop-It
This game can get intense quickly, but it’s so much fun! Have your guests stand in a circle and pass the bop-it around, following the instructions it calls out. If they mess up, they’re eliminated. The last guest standing wins!
2000s Themed Party Supplies
31. Table Cloths
Table cloths are essential for any party. Choose a Y2K-themed table cloth or some black table cloths to keep it simple. You can dress it up with a fun table runner!
32. 2000s Themed Party Plates
Your 2000s themed party needs disposable plates! Get some brightly colored ones or iridescent ones.
33. 2000s Themed Party Napkins
It’s always a good idea to have plenty of paper napkins available at your party! Choose whichever ones match your party colors. Or get something metallic for that extra touch of bling!
34. Disposable Cutlery
Disposable forks and spoons are another necessity for your 2000s themed party! Offer a variety of colors for your guests to pick from!
35. Disposable Party Cups
Plastic cups are probably the best option for your 2000s themed party! They’re extra durable and come in lots of colors. You can have lots of different colors or choose some glittery ones.
2000s Themed Party Invitations
36. Digital 2000s Themed Party Invitations
These digital invitations are extra fun for your 2000s themed party! Text them to your friends or email them for a nod to the 2000s. If you want to keep it simple, add the invitation graphics to a Facebook event and invite them there!
37. Fill-In Invitations
Fill-In invitations are a nice, quick invitation option! Get some in bright colors or metallics!
38. Printable 2000s Themed Party Invitations
These 2000s themed party invitations can be printed at home! There are so many options to choose from! Just be sure to get some envelopes since they won’t be included.
39. Animated E-Vite
The ultimate 2000s throwback is an e-vite! Email your guests an animated invitation and they will be swimming in nostalgia! This is sure to get them extra excited to attend your 2000s themed party!
2000s Themed Party: Conclusion
Throwing a 2000s themed party can seem overwhelming at first because there’s so much from that era that can be incorporated. Hopefully, this list will get you inspired and excited to start planning your party. Just remember to have fun with it and you and your guests will have a great time!
Written by Heather Hayes