Looking for some fun ideas for the color black party themes? I’ve compiled heaps of the best black party ideas to quickly and easily theme your next party.
A black themed party is not just for Halloween, they are great for a birthday party and any other special event celebration or occasion.
There are heaps of fun party ideas for adults and children – there really is something here for everyone. Scroll down to see lots of decorations, food and drink ideas and party favors and everything you need for some great black theme party ideas.
All Black Party Themes
Best reasons to have a black party theme
A black party theme can be either be a goth type party or a very elegant party theme or modern party idea. Black is a bold, dramatic color that makes a statement.
It also doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Whilst this article does focus on all black party themes it’s easy to mix in some other colors to highlight the black tones such as silver, gold, white, red, pink and more.
For adults, blackjack party themes incorporating both red and black are popular. Black tie party themes are a favorite for a more formal party where everyone dresses up to the nines.
A black themed party is perfect when you’re not really wanting a party theme, yet you’d like a cohesive style for your party. You could have a black theme birthday party, or a celebration for any special occasion.
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What to wear to a black party?
It’s easy to find some black items of clothing in your wardrobe for a black party theme. Either ask your party guests to wear one item of black clothing or all black.
Or black tie, if you wanted a more formal affair. Of course, for girls, there’s always the little black dress to wear.
Black Party Decorations
A black balloon garland is always a fantastic way to decorate with a black party theme.
All Black Party Decorations
If you’re after a modern and striking party look then you’ll definitely want to use some all black party decorations to set the scene.
Black tassels are a modern and striking decoration.
This charcoal, grey and black garland is one of my favorites. It’s minimal yet still stunning.
Black candles are always a great addition to set the mood.
If you’re looking for a signature piece to decorate your party, then you’ll love this stunning black ostrich feathers centerpiece. It’s the perfect decoration that you will still want to display in your house long after the party is over.
Black Party Balloons
If you thought balloons were boring think again. Black party balloons can really add some style to the look of your party. There are a lot of stylish balloon garlands here to absolutely wow your guests, that are black mixed in with other colors like white and gold.
Or if you’d prefer to stick to the all black party decorations, there are some great giant balloons that definitely make an impact like these below. Balloons are an easy and must-have decoration for any black theme birthday party.
Black Party Food
An amazing way to complement a black party theme is to add black party food ideas to the menu. Obviously I’m not meaning for you to serve burnt steak and sausages.
There are some very fun and creative food ideas below that could suit adults and kids. Or alternatively, just grab some black tableware for the party and serve whatever food you like.
The first and possibly easiest idea is to serve sushi and most kids love it too. For extra points, serve the sushi with black seaweed to go with your party theme.
Other party food ideas include vegemite scrolls (if you’re in Australia you’ll know about these). For finger foods, serve dried seaweed snacks or black olives in little bowls.
For a bigger meal, burgers are always a popular party food, so to stick with the black theme serve black burgers with the signature black bread if you can find it. They look fantastic and will be a crowd-pleaser for sure.
Another easy party food idea is to serve pizza with lots of black olives. Black pasta is also definitely a thing – and can be served with a delicious pasta sauce.
Black rice is also very popular, so why not make a huge paella? It’s an easy way to serve a crowd.
And now to black party themed desserts. Black candy apples are a fun idea. They look amazing and double as a stunning table decoration too.
Another fun and easy sweet treat is a stack of Oreos.
For something more decadent, a black forest cake would be an amazing choice and crowd-pleaser for those who like a sweet, rich dessert.
Of course, my favorite easy idea is to make any sort of chocolate cake or slice with a black glaze or black icing.
If you’re looking for a quick party hack to decorate cakes, slices, cookies, cupcakes and even ice cream, then you must check out these amazing black sprinkles. They come in varieties such as black pearls, black and gold mix, black confetti hearts, black and silver, black and white, midnight rose, black sparkling sugar and more.
Black Party Drinks
Black party drinks are going to be the easiest part of the party preparation. Grab some blackcurrant juice (add some vodka for the adults) or cola drinks and you’re on theme already.
I also like to make black sangria or a black party punch or blackberry cocktail. Of course, black Sambuca shots are an option for the adults too and black vodka.
It’s also easy to make any clear drinks match your black party theme as well. Just add blackberries. For a non-alcoholic option serve black tea or iced tea or cola.
Black Candy Buffet
A black candy bar is a super fun way to theme up a party table and even better it doubles as a party favor for the party guests too.
Simply fill some glass bowls or jars with licorice and other black candy for your guests to help themselves to throughout the party. I like to provide some little black party bags like these ones here and also some serving scoops.
Black Party Ideas
If you were looking for some more black party ideas beyond just being about the color black, you could expand upon this theme by incorporating elements of the following party ideas.
Black Friday Party
This party theme is probably more about shopping than anything else, but why not theme it black for a little fun. Invite your favorite people over (who share your love of shopping) and do some bargain hunting. BYO laptops or iPads.
Blackjack Party
A blackjack party theme is a fun party choice for adults. Set up a couple of tables and organize someone to be the dealer for the night.
Decorate with lots of black and red and even ask people to wear their favorite color (as long as it’s black or red!).
Goth Party
A goth party would be easy to theme with lots of black decorations, candles and have everyone wear dark colors.
Black tie party themes
Black-tie parties are probably more around the dress code than the party itself. Styling a black-tie party with predominantly black decorations will add to the modern feel of the party.
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I sincerely hope you enjoyed these fun ideas for black party themes. Enjoy your party!
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dont think all black everything is that cool, feels like it lacks creativity no offense. wanna see more color ideas
i think black party can be super elegant, just needs the right touch!
black decorations sounds cool but how do you keep it from looking too gloomy or goth?
black party food? so we’re just eating licorice and calling it a night huh