How to Throw a Casino-Themed Party

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So many ideas are out there for party lovers. Why not have a casino night, get all dressed up and play the most intriguing table games? With tons of inventive ideas available online, casino-themed decorations present on popular markets, and iconic movies to draw inspiration from, the preparation itself can be fun, while the party will be the time of your life!

Set References

You can recreate the atmosphere of your favorite casino film, assigning the guests to particular roles and asking them to get dressed accordingly. It could be gangsters, James Bond characters, or bachelor/bachelorette group of friends — the number of costume options is huge! You can also create a theme yourself — for instance, designing a casino that has your name (this would really suit a birthday party), setting your personal date as a lucky number, and promising rewards from you as an owner of a unique home-based gambling venue!

Prepare Decoration and Food

After you’re done with deciding on the style and atmosphere you want to have, start thinking about classical casino items and decorations. You should manage to have a big table, or a couple of them, for playing games; chips (make some calculations on how much you will need); card decks, the dice, or the roulette wheel — everything depends on which games you choose to include in your party!

Another important decision is about money. It’s true that gambling at home can provide you with the same level of excitement as a real casino only if it’s real-money play. However, speaking of parties, the main goal here is for all the guests to have fun and maybe try something new. Moreover, it’s against the law to run a casino, even if for one night only, without having a license. It’s better to care about fake money to use in the games. Just imagine how cool it would be to create hand-made currencies, for example, with your photo on them!

If you like the idea of invitations, you can make them as well. Your guests will be touched by your thorough preparations, and stylized cards will more likely motivate them even more to come to your party!

As you can’t have a party without any food, this should be managed beforehand. Think about beverages and appetizers to complement the theme of the night. Make sure your guests’ diet preferences are taken care of, as nobody is going to want to feel left out and have nothing to eat. The way you will serve the food should also correspond to the general atmosphere — of a luxurious casino stuffed with celebrities and villains, a small recreational complex designed for animal lovers, or whatever else you choose! Unusual cocktails are usually a big hit at parties, so be sure to make them casino-themed!

If you don’t like the DIY approach, a great selection of casino party supplies can be easily found on popular marketplaces: on Etsy, there are tons of stuff, from Las Vegas banners to chip-like cake toppers. Add a bit of humor with elements like a giant dice instead of the normal one.

The Process of Playing

Remember that any table game requires a dealer. You need to hire some or arrange it with your friends. All of you can try this role for one night! Also, don’t forget the prizes: to maintain the interest, prepare little gifts the fake money won in games can be exchanged for.

Don’t center it all around playing — it’s a party after all! You can turn on some music, switch from playing cards to drinking games, or get involved in other activities. Whatever you do, a casino theme is sure to bring you a memorable experience and offer you some really exciting new ways to make fun!