A roaring twenties party

Roaring 20s invitations

Free designs with an RSVP link that tracks every reply. Tap one to start yours; your names, date and place fill in, and you can change the design any time.

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BallroomUse this designDeco fanUse this designSilent filmUse this designTelegramUse this designFeathersUse this designJazz nightUse this design

Ideas for your roaring 20s party

Pick one or two from each and keep the rest simple.

Activities for your roaring 20s party

How to play and what you need. Pick them in your plan and the supplies go on your shopping list.

Speakeasy password

Ages 12 and up

Choose a password and put it on the invitation, or text it the day before. Whoever is on the door asks for it before letting anyone in, and gives a hint to anyone who forgot. Anyone who can still say it at the last toast wins a small prize.

You’ll need: A door sign, A small prize

Charleston dance-off

Ages 12 and up · 20 min

Play a five-minute video lesson of the basic Charleston step, then pair everyone off to try it. Put on a fast jazz track and let the room vote for the best pair by applause.

You’ll need: A TV or tablet for the lesson, A speaker and a jazz playlist

1920s slang match

Ages 12 and up · 15 min

Print ten old phrases, like "the bee's knees", "applesauce" and "flat tire", and a second list with their meanings in a different order. In teams of three, draw a line from each phrase to its meaning. Most matches wins.

You’ll need: Printed phrase and meaning sheets, Pens, A small prize

Casino night

Ages 12 and up · 45 min

Set up two or three tables for blackjack, roulette or dice, with a friend dealing at each. Give everyone the same stack of play money. It is play money only, never real money and never traded for it. Whoever has the biggest stack at the end wins a prize.

You’ll need: Play money, Playing cards and dice, A small prize

Shop the roaring 20s look

Plates, decor, favors and a cake idea in the theme's colors. The Shop counts each one for your guest list.

PlatesCupsNapkinsBannerBalloonsFavor bagsPhoto propsCake

Open the roaring 20s shop

What to do and when

The plan for a birthday party, counted back from the party day. Festidy puts real dates on it. See the full birthday party plan.

1. 6 to 8 weeks out

   • Pick a date, a start time, and a backup date
   • Set a budget and choose your big two
   • Write the guest list
   • Choose a theme or a look
   • Lock in the location and a rain plan
   • Note food, accessibility, and comfort needs

2. 4 to 6 weeks out

   • Decide on music and one main activity
   • Book rentals if you need them
   • Decide: cater, order trays, or cook
   • Collect photos and messages from friends
   • Book a photographer or pick a friend to shoot
   • Send the invitations
   • Order the cake or dessertsCake idea: A tiered ivory cake with gold Art Deco fans down the sides and an emerald band around the base.
   • Ask helpers and give them roles
   • Make one contact and confirmation list

3. 2 to 3 weeks out

   • Order decor, tableware, and favorsDecor idea: A speakeasy sign on the door: guests give the password before they come in
   • Plan the menu and check allergiesMenu idea: A coupe tower of sparkling cider, with champagne poured only for adult guests
   • Plan the one or two moments that matterActivity idea: A password at the door, with a prize for anyone who remembers it all night
   • Follow up on RSVPs
   • Plan drinks, including good non-alcoholic options
   • Build your one-stop shopping list

4. The week before

   • Confirm every vendor
   • Lock the headcount and shop for food and drinks
   • Prep favors, decor, and a playlist
   • Write the party-day schedule
   • Send the final party note

5. The day before

   • Pick up the cake and set up what you can
   • Pack a party-day kit
   • Charge devices and share the run sheet
   • Make the final weather and space call

6. Party day

   • Set up an hour before
   • Run the party and finish on time
   • Reset the space and check for left-behind items

7. After the party

   • Share photos and settle any remaining balances
   • Send thank-yous
   • Save photos and notes for next year
   • Leave a quick note for your future self

Party-day run of show

For a 3-hour party starting at 2 pm.

• 1:30 pm
  Final setup and safety checkSetup crew gets food, activities, and the entrance ready.
• 2:00 pm
  Arrivals and drinksGreeter welcomes guests and handles coats.
• 2:45 pm
  FoodFood lead opens the food and keeps it stocked.
• 3:40 pm
  Toasts and slideshowCo-host introduces two or three short toasts.
• 4:00 pm
  CakePhotographer gets the candle moment and a group photo.
• 4:15 pm
  Music and dancingEntertainment lead turns up the playlist.
• 5:00 pm
  Quick resetCollect gifts and check the space for left-behind items.

Free roaring 20s printables

Print at home on letter paper or card stock.

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