Updated on: Feb 16, 2024
If you’re having a party, why not turn it into a spectacular Vegas theme party? Everyone needs to visit Vegas at least once in their life, so why not bring it to your guests with a Vegas theme party? Whether it’s someone’s 21st birthday or you just want to celebrate something wild, this theme is perfect! We have everything you could ask for in this list, including decorations, food, favors, and games and activities to keep your guests entertained. Here are 46 magnificent ideas to make your Vegas theme party a reality!
Vegas Theme Party Decorations
1. Lighting
One of the first things that come to mind when you think of Las Vegas is the bright lights and different styles of lights that the city has. Turn your party into a Vegas-style setting by inserting red or gold lighting. If you don’t want to use these colors at least make sure that your lights are dazzling and loud, as they are in Vegas!
2. Chandeliers
When in Vegas, it is known that there are a lot of chandeliers in most places that you go to. Add these to your party to give it that Vegas-style. While chandeliers are expensive, you can also buy fake chandeliers that are cheaper and give the same effect.
3. Mirrors
Mirrors are also a popular concept in Las Vegas and a budget-friendly option to make your guests feel like they are right there in Vegas at your party. You can either put one or two as a nice side decoration or maybe you want to fill your space with them to mimic what a casino does.
4. Welcome to Las Vegas Sign
This is a great decoration to put at the entrance to your party because as soon as your guests walk in the door they will know exactly what your theme is and welcomes them to your setting. You don’t even need to use a sign necessarily, as there are many alternatives such as a wall decal. Using this iconic sign will wow your guests!
5. Neon Signs
One of the more iconic parts of the city is the Las Vegas Strip. Riddled by neon lights and neon signage, adding these neon signs to your party will make your guests feel like they are right on the strip!
6. Fake Palm Trees
Driving in Las Vegas and looking out your window you cannot help but notice that there are palm trees everywhere. Either the fake, plastic option or the smaller-scale palm trees will do the trick. Placing fake palm trees around your party will add to the effect that you are going for and who doesn’t like palm trees? They make you feel like you’re in paradise!
7. Vegas Themed Balloons
Balloons are a must for any party and with a Vegas theme, you have many different options to choose from. Red and black is the top option to replicate the theme of playing cards. You can also do gold and black, as gold is a very prominent color in Las Vegas. Or maybe you opt for balloons that just say Las Vegas on them or the welcome sign. Anyway you choose, these are great decorations for your party.
8. Giant Dice
Giant dice are a great decoration for your party because they figure in the casino aspect of Vegas. Especially if you plan on having activities that include dice this is a bonus, previewing the night for your guests. Plus they are great for the kids!
9. Red Curtains Over the Doors
Another featured aspect of Vegas is the curtains. Red curtains over the door of your party will be a great touch as it gives off the feeling of a performer and the red curtains of a stage in Las Vegas.
10. Vegas Movie Decorations
People may forget, but some of the most iconic movies took place in Las Vegas. Whether it’s Ocean’s 11, 21, Casino or Molly’s Game feel free to go crazy with decorations from your favorite Vegas movie!
11. Vegas Landmark Decorations
The most famous landmarks whilst visiting Las Vegas are the pyramids, the Eiffel Tower, and the iconic water fountains. You can either try to replicate one of these landmarks with your creation or purchase a decoration that is either similar or an exact model of them. See who at your party has been to Vegas and who hasn't, if they know the iconic decorations or not!
12. Lit-up Centerpieces
As mentioned before, the lights in Vegas are a huge draw and something that the city is known for. A lit-up centerpiece in the middle of each table would be an awesome addition to your party to be consistent with the Vegas theme and also be an awesome decoration!
13. Playing Cards Decoration
Whether you want to put them on every table or put them on the walls, playing cards are a must-add to your Vegas theme party. Everyone knows Vegas for its luxurious casinos and what’s a casino without playing cards? You can also get personalized playing cards if there is someone special you are celebrating.
Vegas Theme Party Favors
14. Deck of Cards
Giving your guests a deck of cards to take home with them would be a great idea, considering the theme of Vegas, the land of card games. You can either give everyone a generic pack of cards or maybe you desire to spice it up and do a different theme or as mentioned before, personalized playing cards.
15. Party Favor Bag
No matter which party favors you decide to give to your guests, you should consider these party favor bags to put the items in. They fit right in with the theme and there is also a good variety, depending on what you are exactly looking for.
16. Scratch Ticket with Prize
Pick something to be your prize, maybe a bottle of alcohol, money, or something else that people would want. Then purchase these scratch tickets to give to each of your guests. Everyone will want to win the prize and have fun scratching off their ticket to see if they won. It’s perfect for a gambling feeling at a Vegas theme party!
17. Vegas-Themed Candy Bag or Sweets
Who doesn’t love candy? This relatively budget-friendly option cannot go wrong! There are many different candies you can choose from, but make sure to get a themed bag to put them all in.
18. Casino Themed Bracelets
Maybe you want to give your guests a piece of apparel to remember your party by. Why not a casino or Vegas-themed bracelet? This party favor won’t be hard to acquire and is something easy your guests can slip on or off every day. You can also personalize it to be about your specific party if you’d like!
19. Deck of Cards Bottle / Wine Opener
This is a nice favor to give to the guests at your party, especially if most of your guests are going to be adults or it’s someone special’s 21st birthday. A bottle opener will do the trick because drinking is a big part of Vegas and giving your guests something that they could find useful will make them happy.
Vegas Theme Party Food Ideas
20. Martinis
As stated before, drinking is a huge part of Vegas culture. Why not bring a classic, popular drink to your party for all of the adults to sip on? With martini mix, you’ll have drinks ready to go for your guests (who are over 21) to have a great time!
21. Classy Buffet-Style Food
Another thing that Las Vegas is known for is its laid-back energy. If you’re going for the Vegas-style, make it easy-going for your guests and use buffet tables to serve your food, and let the guests pick what they want when they want, almost like a casino. Buying tables outright can be expensive, so you should look to see if the venue you are going to can rent them out or already has them.
22. Caviar
Vegas is also known for being classy, so why not have caviar for your guests to eat? This is an expensive option, but if you’re going all out or trying to be high-end this is a good addition to the food you will be serving.
23. Catering
If you do not feel as though you can make enough food for your buffet, which is understandable, maybe you want to ask a local company to cater food for you. It would be one less thing you have to worry about and your guests would enjoy it! Look here for food vendors.
24. Desert Bar
Don’t forget about your deserts! If you are going for the true Vegas style, create a bar with several different options for your guests to choose from. People know Vegas for having lots of food! Whether you want to include candy, brownies, cookies, or other delights, the choice is yours, and do what you think is best!
25. Hors-d'oeuvres
Hors-d’oeuvres would be perfect for your guests to munch on before you serve your main meal. Not too much effort and a variety of options! Make sure to get enough plates to serve them on as well.
Vegas Theme Party Games and Activities
26. Roulette Wheel
Vegas is known for its casinos and what is a more popular casino game than roulette? Either purchase or rent a roulette wheel for your guests to play with. They will have so much fun winning - and dread losing! This classic game will be a hit for the guests of your party.
27. Poker
Another classic casino game, what’s a better game for a couple of friends to throw some money on and have a good time? A lot of the movies set in Vegas are focused on poker or at least have a poker scene in them. Buy chips and decks of cards and get the games going!
28. Light-up Dance Floor
Lights pave the way and Vegas and you’re gonna need to be flashy if you want to include a dance floor for your party. No matter the size, everyone loves to dance and if it was a light-up floor, that would add to your party’s atmosphere even more and get people excited. If you don’t want to purchase a whole floor, there are other alternatives as well, such as using neon papers to make the floor light in the dark.
29. Live Musical Performance
Another staple of Las Vegas is the grand variety of musical performers that visit their city each year. Book a local band of your special guest’s favorite genre and have them play the hits. This would go hand in hand with the light-up dance floor!
30. Magician
Las Vegas isn’t just the center of music performances but performances in general! Magicians would be great for your guests to be entertained and also possibly involved in the festivities of the night. Make it a magical night!
31. Photo Booth / Backdrop
What’s a fun night in Vegas without the pictures to remember it? Set up either a themed photo booth or purchase a photo backdrop for your guests to take pictures of themselves. Don’t forget to use casino photo booth props for better, funnier pictures.
32. Blackjack
Another popular game at the casinos in Las Vegas, this one is also good to play with your friends. Find someone to be the dealer and start dealing out cards. Make sure that none of your guests lose too much!
33. Circus Performer
One of the top-ranking performers and shows in Vegas that people rave about is Cirque du Soleil. Why not bring this type of performance to your party?
34. Playing Cards Garland
A garland is always a nice addition to your party. Create one using playing cards to give that Vegas-casino feeling to it. This will be another great location for pictures at your party and will be a nice addition to the setting.
35. Bingo
Another classic game that is easy to set up. All you need are the cards and the chips and someone to be the designated caller. While this may not be the most exciting or extravagant option, it’s still a great way for everyone to get involved.
36. Slot Machine
To use a slot machine at your party, you’re probably going to want to rent one. Unless you want to have the party at a location that already has them. Slot machines are a classic staple to Las Vegas because of their commonality in casinos, so let your guests try and win something!
Vegas Theme Party Supplies
37. Green Felt Tablecloth
The perfect color tablecloth for your Vegas theme party will make your guests feel like they are playing at the game tables in a casino. You can go with the basic green coloring or a more intricate design to make it realistic.
38. Vegas Themed Plates
Plates are something easy that you can have corresponding to your theme. With the theme of Las Vegas in mind, you have many options between playing card themed, using the Vegas sign, or even just the sign of money to keep the consistency of your theme.
39. Gold Utensils
As mentioned before, gold is one of the most prominent Las Vegas colors. Having your utensils in gold will align with that aspect of the Vegas experience and enhance your guest’s experience, as they will feel like big winners!
40. Vegas Themed Napkins
Your guests will need napkins as well, so you should get some that have something to do with the theme of the party as well. Again there are many options for the theme of Las Vegas to choose from so it is really up to you which style you want to go for.
41. Vegas Themed Cups
Cups are also essential for your party. Again if you would like to lean towards the casino aspect of Vegas, there is a great variety of choices to pick from.
Vegas Theme Party Invitations
42. Playing Card-Themed Invitation
If you are going to have any of the games that we mentioned in this article or just want to get your guests ready for a night of fun, having an invitation that includes a playing card would be a fun way to invite your guests.
43. VIP Pass Themed Invitation
Make each guest feel like they are a VIP headed into your party with this special VIP pass invitation. You could pretend like your party is a special event in Vegas that people need to have a pass to get into your party.
44. Fill-in Style Invitation
This is a more simplistic style invitation, as it just requires you to fill in the information that you have for your guests regarding the party.
45. Las Vegas Sign-Themed Invitation
Use the iconic welcome to Las Vegas sign as the focus of your invitation to give your guests a heads up about the theme and also allow them to get ready for a night of fun!
46. Black and Gold Invitation
Use the main colors of Las Vegas to invite your guests to an exciting night. This would be a good invitation for a night party, as the black color gives off the night vibe of Las Vegas, while the gold is like the lights that brighten the city.
Vegas Themed Party: Conclusion
There are a lot of different ways that you can put the Vegas theme party into action. All of them are just as fun and exciting and will make for a great time for your guests, no matter the age. Please consider our ideas and remember at the end of the day that this is your special party so do what you want!
Written by: Colin McGann