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26 Awesome Nautical Party Ideas To Try

Nautical and seaside parties are popular for baby showers, kids’ parties and just for adults to have fun. How to decorate such a party? That’s easy and you needn’t spend much time or money decorating, let’s have a look.

Nautical Party Décor

large anchor made of balloons for a nautical party

easy nautical photo booth made of a usual sheet and lifesavers

nautical paper lanterns in navy and white

milk bottles with life savers wrapped around the neck with twine

make an easy nautical centerpiece of a mason jar, twine, nautical ribbon and an anchor

lifesaver instead of a usual guestbook

nautical party tableware with rope and blue napkins

nautical party invitations shaped as sail boats

sailboats and anchor garland for nautical decor

sailboat, anchor, lfe saver garlands are ideal for any seaside themed party

rope for navy tablecloths

nautical tablescape is very easy to recreate yourself for a glam party

utensil holders for a nautical themed party

anchor veggie tray is a creative idea for serving food

crab party dip idea is amazing for a kid's celebration

edible fishing rod pretzels for a children's party

funny and bold kids' dessert table in seaside style

gorgeous nautical cake for a baby shower or birthday

nautical cand buffet for a baby shower

nautical popcorn boxes with anchors for favors or to display food

oyster and pearl cookies as a delicious treat

whale rice krispy treats

sailor dessert table in navy, white and coral

sail cupcake toppers for fun

sailor dessert table with candies and cupcakes

serve fruits and berries in nautical cardboard cups

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Host a Boat Party with These 9 Boat Party Theme Ideas

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If you’re seeking a unique and unforgettable way to bring your loved ones together, hosting a boat party is the perfect answer.

Picture this: a gentle breeze, sparkling waters, and the camaraderie of your closest friends and family members, all aboard a stylish boat rental (thanks, Boatsetter !) To help you start planning your best boat party, we’ve compiled a list of nine themes for a boat party they’ll never forget.

• Nautical extravaganza
• Tropical paradise
• Pirate adventure
• Under the sea
• Gatsby glamor
• Hawaiian luau
• Mardi Gras madness
• All-white party

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1. Nautical extravaganza

Lean into the magic of being on the water with a Nautical Extravaganza boat party theme. Think navy and white decorations, ropes, and sailor hats. Your guests can dress the part in sailor and captain costumes, or keep it simple with white attire and navy accents.

Whether you’re catering or cooking yourself, fish and chips is a simple classic, as timeless as the nautical theme! And you can spice things up with a signature Captain’s Punch or Blue Lagoon Cocktails.

2. Tropical paradise

Transform your boat into a slice of serenity with a Tropical Paradise boat party. Illuminate your decks with tiki torches, hang vibrant palm leaves, and drape colorful fabrics to recreate the lush allure of a tropical oasis.

Bring this boat party theme to life with Piña Coladas and Mai Tais, served alongside coconut shrimp, Hawaiian BBQ skewers, and a tropical fruit platter!

3. Pirate adventure

Plan a boat party with an adventurous twist when you set sail on a Pirate Adventure. Decorate with treasure chests, rustic maps, and skull-and-crossbones. Your crew can look the part with pirate hats, bandanas, and eye patches. For a fun activity, organize a ship-wide treasure hunt.

We recommend a themed menu with dishes like Buccaneer’s BBQ ribs and “Shiver Me Timbers” Seafood Gumbo. As for drinks, offer Dark ‘n’ Stormy cocktails, made with rum and ginger beer, or mix your own Pirate’s Punch.

4. Under the sea

Dive into the depths with an Under the Sea Fantasy theme. Use shades of blue and green, with shimmering decorations to mimic the ocean’s allure. If your guests want to go all in, encourage them to wear mermaid costumes, pirate costumes, or fish-inspired looks.

Serve up “sea-themed sips”, like an Ocean Breeze, made with blue curaçao and vodka, or a Seashell Spritzer (add edible glitter for an unforgettable sparkle).

5. Gatsby glamor

Gatsby Glamor is a gateway boat party theme idea. You can step back into the roaring twenties with a Gatsby theme, or pick whatever era excites you the most (60s, 70s, 80s, and so on!)

Sticking with Gatsby: infuse your boat with the opulence of the era. We recommend gold accents, Art Deco glamor, feather centerpieces, and a champagne tower. A live jazz band can set the tone of your luxurious affair.

Taste the twenties with a menu of Oysters Rockefeller, cocktail shrimp, and Gatsby-style canapés, complimented with Champagne Cocktails and Sidecars.

6. Neon glow

If you’re hosting a boat party after dark, a Neon Glow theme is the perfect way to light up the night. Illuminate your boat with black lights and fluorescent decorations. Enhance the atmosphere with neon-colored cocktails, glow-in-the-dark games, and upbeat music .

We recommend taking your boat party to the next level with a professional DJ and laser light show!

7. Hawaiian luau

A Hawaiian Luau is another classic boat party theme idea. Your guests can kick back in Hawaiian shirts, grass skirts, and flower leis. Colorful flowers, tiki torches, and bamboo décor will transform your boat into an island escape.

A Tropical Breeze Cooler is the perfect signature cocktail for your Luau. Mix coconut rum (or coconut water for a non-alcoholic option) with pineapple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, and a splash of grenadine for a swirl of tropical flavors.

8. Mardi Gras madness

Capture the vivacious energy of New Orleans with the Mardi Gras Madness boat party theme. Bedeck your boat with traditional Mardi Gras colors (purple, green, and gold) and encourage your guests to wear masks, beads, and feathers to bring this theme alive. You can curate a festive ambiance by hiring a jazz band and serving traditional Cajun cuisine.

9. All-white party

For our last boat party theme idea, we recommend throwing a White Party. White parties are the perfect way to create casual elegance. Decorate your vessel with whites, creams, and soft ambient lighting. Guests should wear all white to fit the theme and create a fully immersive experience.

Top it off with a menu of white-themed drinks and dishes, like White Russians, Peach Bellinis, lobster rolls, and caprese skewers.

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Sail Away to Fun: Nautical Party Ideas for a Maritime Adventure on the High Seas!

If you're looking to host a party that sets sail into a sea of fun and adventure, a nautical-themed gathering is the perfect choice. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, a graduation, or just want an excuse to bring friends and family together, a maritime-themed party is sure to make waves. In this blog post, we'll dive deep into nautical party ideas that will help you create an unforgettable maritime adventure on the high seas.

Setting the Scene

The success of any party begins with the right atmosphere. When it comes to a nautical-themed party, creating the perfect maritime setting is essential. Here's how you can set the scene:  

• Invitations

Start by designing invitations that resemble old treasure maps or ship logs. Use parchment-style paper and add nautical symbols like anchors, steering wheels, and compass roses. Don't forget to include witty phrases like "Chart a course for adventure!" to get your guests excited about the journey ahead.  

• Decorations

Transform your party space into a maritime wonderland. Hang fishnets, lifebuoys, and seashells on the walls. Use navy blue, white, and red as your primary color scheme to evoke a classic nautical vibe. You can also scatter sand or crushed seashells on the floor to mimic the feel of a beach.  

• Table Settings

Set the tables with maritime flair. Choose navy blue and white striped tablecloths, and use rope or jute twine as napkin rings. Place miniature sailboats or lighthouses as centerpieces. For place cards, opt for seashell-shaped holders with each guest's name on them.  

Dress the Part

To fully immerse your guests in the maritime adventure, encourage them to dress in nautical attire. Here are some ideas for dressing the part:  

Captain and Crew: Some guests can come as the captain of the ship, complete with a captain's hat and a navy blazer, while others can dress as crew members with sailor hats and striped shirts.  

Pirates: Invite some guests to embrace their inner pirates with eye patches, bandanas, and plenty of "Ahoy, matey!" greetings.  

Mermaids and Mermen: For a touch of fantasy, some guests can dress as mermaids with seashell bras and flowing, shimmering skirts, while others can be mermen with tridents and scales.  

Nautical Eats and Treats

No party is complete without delicious food and treats. Here's how you can infuse a nautical theme into your menu:  

• Seafood Extravaganza

Serve a seafood feast with options like shrimp cocktail, crab cakes, and fish tacos. Don't forget to offer a variety of dipping sauces and lemon wedges for that extra zing.  

• Nautical-Inspired Desserts

Get creative with your desserts. Craft anchor-shaped cookies, sea-themed cupcakes with edible seashells, and a cake resembling a treasure chest overflowing with edible jewels.  

• Ocean-Inspired Drinks

Serve up refreshing ocean-inspired beverages like blue raspberry lemonade or a signature cocktail like "The Captain's Grog." Don't forget to provide non-alcoholic options for guests of all ages.  

Games and Activities

Keep your guests entertained with nautical-themed games and activities:  

• Treasure Hunt

Organize a treasure hunt where guests follow a series of clues to find hidden "buried treasure." Use pirate-themed props and maps for added authenticity.  

Set up a small pool or basin for miniature boat races. Guests can decorate and race toy boats, competing for the title of the fastest sailor.  

• Nautical Trivia

Test your guests' maritime knowledge with nautical trivia questions and see who can earn the title of "Master of the High Seas."  

Party Favors

Send your guests off with a little piece of the maritime adventure to remember the party by. Some great party favor ideas include:  

Nautical Keychains: Customized keychains with the date of the party and a nautical charm.  

Seashell Soaps: Handcrafted seashell-shaped soaps that smell like the ocean.  

Message in a Bottle: Miniature bottles filled with a personalized thank-you message and some sand or seashells.  

Nautical Playlist

To keep the maritime ambiance going, curate a playlist filled with sea shanties, classic nautical tunes, and ocean-inspired melodies. Songs like "Sailing" by Christopher Cross, "Beyond the Sea" by Bobby Darin, and "Rock the Boat" by Hues Corporation can add the perfect soundtrack to your maritime adventure.  

Creative Photo Booth

Set up a photo booth area with nautical-themed props such as sailor hats, captain's wheel, and lifebuoys. Encourage your guests to take memorable photos that will serve as souvenirs from the high seas adventure. You can even provide a backdrop featuring an ocean or a pirate ship for that extra touch of authenticity.  

Nautical Crafts

For a fun and interactive activity, set up a crafting station where guests can make their own nautical-themed keepsakes. Provide materials for creating friendship bracelets with marine-themed charms or decorating wooden picture frames with seashells and beach glass. This not only keeps your guests engaged but also gives them a unique memento to take home.  

Maritime Movie Marathon

If you have the space, consider setting up an outdoor movie screening with classic maritime films such as "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Finding Nemo," or "Captain Phillips." Provide blankets and popcorn for an enjoyable cinematic experience under the stars.  

Sunset Cruise (Virtual or Real)

If your budget allows, consider taking your guests on a real sunset cruise if you're near the coast. Alternatively, you can organize a virtual sunset cruise experience by streaming a prerecorded video of a serene sea journey on a big screen. Provide drinks and appetizers for a relaxing evening on the "high seas."  

A nautical-themed party is an exciting way to celebrate any occasion and create lasting memories. By paying attention to the details like decorations, costumes, delicious treats, and engaging activities, you can ensure that your maritime adventure on the high seas is a resounding success. For all your nautical party needs, Home & Hoopla Shop is your go-to destination. We offer an incredible selection of nautical-themed decorations, tableware, party favors, and more, ensuring that your event sails smoothly from start to finish.  

Whether you're sailing with pirates, exploring undersea wonders, or simply enjoying the ocean breeze, your nautical party is sure to be a cherished event for all who attend. So, hoist the sails, steer your course, and set off on an unforgettable journey of fun and excitement!

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Nautical Party Decor + Dessert Ideas

Sail away with some amazing nautical decor ideas and food for a sailboat themed party..

Nautical Party: Ideas for a Sailboat Party. Looking for some sea-sational nautical party ideas?  Well today is your day!! I’m sharing some of my favorite sailboat and sea inspired party ideas.   

Be sure to check out all of our Nautical party ideas and inspiration .

Yo ho, yo ho a pirate’s life for me…or at least a party planners who loves cutesy little sea creatures and baked goods life for me.  I’ve been a girl mom for over 8 years.  I’m comfortable in my girl mom status and I love my little princess-girly-girl-divas. 

Six months ago, however, I added a little man to my mommy stats and he is a welcome and completely new experience for our girl house.  So because of this little dude and his, well boyishness…I have had trucks and monsters and sailboats on the brain.

A nautical party is a great theme for a sweet little boy.  I envision a cute little chubby cheeked 2 year old in a sailor suit munching on crab shaped cookies.  Are you with me?

Let’s check out the goodies…

Nautical Desserts and Food Ideas

Here are some delicious desserts and food ideas to get you in the Nautical Party Mood…

Pink + Blue Nautical Cupcakes from Sweets & Treats

If you are styling a nautical party for a little girl, you can’t go wrong with these gorgeous pink and blue cupcakes.  Bonus…Sweets & Treats has tons of coordinating party supplies to match!  Check it out!!

Nautical Fondant Toppers by Sugar Pop Lane

I love fondant toppers.  They have so many amazing purposes.  Aside from the obvious cuteness of them, they are perfect for topping a cupcake or a simple sugar cookie and give those items that little touch of party magic!!  These cute nautical party toppers are no exception!!!

Paper Boat Snacks from All is Well at Home

Here is a simple, easy to clean up and super clever way to serve food at your kid-friendly nautical birthday party!  Hooray for inexpensive wins!

Nautical Themed Cake from Frosted Petticoat

Add a sweet sailboat topper to a beautiful sea themed cake and you have a gorgeous centerpiece for your party table. I adore these fondant waves!

Lobster Cookies from Tailored Cookies

Whether or not you are SERVING lobster for your sailing themed party or baby shower, doesn’t mean you can’t have some fantastic lobster shaped cookies, right!

Blue Velvet Cake by Add A Pinch

Soooo, I know you have heard of red velvet…but have you heard of blue velvet?  It’s super similar to red velvet and just as striking!!!  Wouldn’t your party guests be wowed with a little blue striped cake???

Anchor Cupcake Cake by Crafty Morning

Not sure you want to go the full cake route?  Cupcake cakes are all the rage and perfect for a little kiddos party.  They easily pull apart and can be designed a shaped to match your theme.  This adorable anchor shape is sure to be a hit!!!

Whale Rice Krispies by Me-Shelmybell

So these are as GORGEOUS as they are easy!!!  I love the simplicity and the color.  Perfection!!!  I actually want to go bake some right now!

Crab Candies from Pretty My Party

What’s a nautical party without some cute little crabs?  These candy crabs are a simple and adorable treat that is SURE to be a hit with the little ones.  I mean, what’s not to love?  Candy…check!  Eye balls…check!  Sea creatures…check!

Nautical Cake Pops on Catch my Party

Here’s a little life saver for you…nautical cake pops are a sure win for any party or baby shower.  Aren’t these adorable!

Summer Sailing Cookies from Rainbow Wishes Bakery

Planning to celebrate some sailing away this summer?  How about nautical cookies with a summer flair?

Nautical Party Supplies

Finding the right party supplies and decorations is so important to setting the ton for your Nautical party or baby shower.  Here are some beautiful options you are sure to love.

Ahoy it’s a Boy Party Supplies and Decorations Package from Oriental Trading

This package is simply gorgeous. With the metallic plates and banner and the soft blue and bright red.  Simply gorgeous.

Sea Creature Candles from Meri Meri

How glittery and gorgeous are these candles?  I’m in love…for real!

Little Sailor Party Supplies from Oriental Trading

Here is a super cute option for party ware as well

Nautical Party in a Box from Target

Here is another absolutely beautiful nautical party package that has so many items…isn’t it super cute!!

Nautical Party Ideas

You can’t have an amazing themed party without some decor.  Here are some super adorable and afforable ideas for decorating your Sailboat party!

Paper Boat Garland from Bee Inspired

Simple paper boats and string for the win with this paper boat garland!

Sailboat Candy Dish from Artsy Fartsy Mom

Here is a fun candy dish or table centerpiece and will accent any decorations you choose.  Who doesn’t need a little candy to munch on while they wait for the party to get going?

Sailors Hat Favors from Chickabug

I love this idea for party favors.  First of all…the boat shelf is gorgeous. Secondly, these adorable hats will make for the cutest photos throughout your party!

Boat Shelf for Cupcakes from Michelle’s Party Plan-It

Here is another killer boat shelf idea.  Using it to display cupcakes…genius!

Nautical Crayon favors from  Kages Krayons

Need a quick and simple party favor idea?  Here are some fun sailing themed crayons that will compliment any treat bag!

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27 comments.

So many cute ideas and that blue velvet cake ????

I absolutely love this theme it’s so cute! I love the crab candies, my girls would love it too????

These are great ideas. I love the printable, it will be super useful thanks. The whales are super cute!

This is a beautiful and original theme. I love it.

This is all very cute! Although not sure about the blue cake, def fits the theme but I try not to eat blue foods! :)

So many cute ideas! Nautical is such a fun theme. I really like the little crabs.

Oh my goodness so much cuteness. And that blue velvet cake looks gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

I love this theme! I’m actually kind of doing this for my son’s birthday but also mixing in cars and trains… let’s see how that works out!

How cute ! This is so creative. I loved the little whale rice krispies.

This theme is adorable!! Love it

I love this party idea. I may have to seriously consider trying something this for my sons first birthday.

Cute!! Love this theme an those colors. The navy cake with white frosting is gorgeous.

Love this theme as my father is a sailor ! Those rice crispy treats are too cute

This looks like such a fun party! My sister wants to move to the beach in a few years, maybe I should have a party like this for her before she leaves! ;) Super cute!

Oh my gosh I love this!! All these treats and decorations are so adorable and would definitely make a splash! (Sea what I did there?) …Sorry, I had to! Lol :)

Stop. #2, 4, and 5 have me wondering who I can make these for/with immediately. And the printables are just the finishing touch for a little boy birthday party! You’re so creative, thanks for sharing.

Was this cute or WHAT! I love the rice crispies whale! My son’s room is nautical and I thought about having his next birthday party that theme!

wow, love these ideas! I think I will make some of these for my coworkers baby shower :)

These are such fun ideas! I love the blue velvet cake!

Oh My! You are AMAZING!!! This is inspirational and so delightfully cute! Thanks for the brilliant ideas and motivation. Love it ALL <3

Love this! I am a girl mom to 4 (no little guys here), but I think a nautical party could be super sweet for a little lady. Love the crab candies. Fantastic ideas! So cute!

So many great ideas. Almost makes me wish I had a little boy since every party at my house is freaking pink!

I literally just said, “Oh my gosh, adorable.” to every single thing lol But, I think my favorite are the fondant toppers! I’m always so impressed with what some people can do with fondant.

That blue velvet cake caught my attention immediately. You are quite the party planner and I loved everything you shared… What a treat! :)

OMG, these are such cute ideas! That blue velvet cake took my breath away! – http://www.allshethings.com

Love this! We have started planning my son’s birthday party but I feel a change in theme coming around!!

Loving the tips to go along with your adorable printables! Pinning this.

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40 Easy Boat Theme Party Ideas

Updated on: Feb 16, 2024

Boat theme parties can be a lot of fun to throw. Invite your guests to an awesome day at sea with the right nautical flair to make your boat theme party awesome! Using our tips that cover everything from boat theme invitations to party favors, you’re sure to host the best nautical party your friend group has ever seen!

Boat Theme Party Decorations

For a boat theme party, your party space should look as if you are at sea. There are so many options that it may be hard to choose your perfect nautical theme party decorations! That is why we have compiled a list of sailing party supplies and ideas below for your nautical theme celebration.

1. Boat Theme Pennant Flags

A great sailboat decoration idea is to purchase nautical theme pennant banners to hang in your party space. You can hang them on the walls or make them 3D by stringing them across the ceiling.

LOVENJOY 100% Cotton Nautical Anchor Pennant Banner for Boys Birthday Baby Shower

7 feet of chintz pre-strung with 1.9 feet of string on each end, 10.8 feet in total 12 pennants are all double-sided and printed with 6 nautical themed patterns 100% cotton and machine washable; reactive printing technique makes the bunting odor-free and don't involve any harsh chemicals Perfect and fun decor for pirate themed birthday, masquerade, or newborn baby nursery photo props

When decorating for your party it is important to decorate with certain colors to keep your party theme. For example, use colors like white and blue when decorating to keep up with the ocean and sailor theme. Use these colors when you purchase tableware, ribbons, balloons, and streamers.

3. Wall Décor

One way to decorate your party walls would be by hanging life preservers and/or plastic anchors around the room to fit the boat theme. Another perfect decoration would be to drape fish netting from the ceiling and on the walls to add to the nautical theme.

4. Boat Theme Party Photo Props

The perfect accessories to match your boat-themed photo shoot would be an assortment of nautical photo booth props . These aquatic-inspired cut-outs are sure to make for some fun and memorable pictures. If you are looking for a cheaper alternative, you could purchase the digital PDF versions of these props and print/assemble them yourself!

20 Photo Booth Props - Ahoy Nautical Photobooth Kit with Custom Talk Bubble for Baby Shower, Birthday Party, Bridal Shower or Wedding

A fabulous photo booth has two things: a great backdrop and unique photo booth props. This set of Ahoy Nautical photo booth props will be the perfect addition to your special backdrop, giving you party photos that everyone will be excited about. This set of 20 photo booth props is perfect for any birthday party, baby shower, bridal shower or wedding. The glasses, bow ties, mustaches and hats are topped off with one custom talk bubble that can be personalized with your own special messages. Best of all, this photo booth prop kit comes printed and cut with Prop Kit Sticks and clear stickers. Simply attach the prop to the Prop Kit Sticks with the sticker and display along side your photo booth backdrop for a great selection of themed photo items. Personalized Photo Booth Props kit comes printed and cut with 20 Total Photo Booth Pops: 4 Glasses 2 Mustaches 2 Bow Ties 2 Lips 2 Hat 1 Binoculars 1 Anchor 1 Neckerchief 1 Ships Wheel 1 Ahoy Sign 1 Crab 1 Custom Talk Bubble 20 Prop Kit Sticks 20 Clear Stickers for quick assembly When placing your order, please note your text in the comments or email: smiles{at}bigdotofhappiness.com See the entire line of Ahoy Nautical party supplies here: https://www.etsy.com/market/ahoy_nautical_bdoh SHOW OFF: Share your party pics with us on Facebook & Instagram - we always love to see how Big Dot Hostess Heroes use our party supplies #BigDotofHappiness TERMS OF USE: This item is for personal use only. Big Dot of Happiness retains all rights. This item may not be copied, shared, forwarded, sold or distributed. Copyright Big Dot Of Happiness, LLC.

5. Bubble Machine

Set up an automatic bubble machine to release bubbles throughout the party. This will be just like the air bubbles from the submarine under the water. Placing bubbles on the tables will also encourage guests to pick up the bottle and create bubbles themselves.

6. Boat Theme Party Table Toppers

A great way to bring the whole theme together would be with nautical table toppers that are sure the wow your guests. These centerpieces are eye-catching, and can even be used to number your tables so guests can their seats easier!

Boat Theme Party Favors

The easiest way to get your guests to remember their fun time at your bash is to give them nautical theme party favors to take home with them. That is why we have compiled a list of sailing theme party giveaways for you to give out at your party that is sure to make your guests remember you for a lifetime!

7. Nautical Goodie Bag

A fully stuffed boat theme goodie bag is always a great choice when it comes to party favors for your guests. Items that you can put in a nautical goodie bag can range from fish theme pencils and erasers, fish gummies, bubbles, blue candies, mini kaleidoscopes, you name it. Use nautical theme goodie bags or tinted blue goodie bags to represent the ocean water.

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8. Beach Goodies

Keeping with the nautical theme, why not give your guests beach theme favors ? These can be sand pails, sand shovels, and beach towels. If you’re trying to save money give one bucket or beach favor to each family that comes to the party instead of each to one guest.

9. Sand Dollar

Buy toy sand dollars to use as place cards for your guests. To do this get a paint pen or some sort of marker and write the guest’s name on the sand dollar. Then, set it at their table and allow them to take it home as a favor!

10. Keychain

An anchor keychain is a simple but practical party favor to give your guests. It's useful, and will always remind your guests of the fun time they had at your boat theme party.

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11. Fun Sailor’s Caps Ideas

Give each guest a sailor’s cap or captain’s hat . You can hand these out at the beginning of the party for guests to wear throughout the night and to get everyone in a nautical spirit!

Boat Theme Party Food and Drinks

You don’t want your guests to feel like they are stranded at sea with nothing to eat! Therefore, we have compiled a list of nautical themes party menu ideas for you to serve.

12. Drink Picks

Try to serve drinks that evoke the sea at your party. Cocktails like Mai Tais, Pina Coladas, and Margaritas will all remind your guests of sunny days spent by the ocean or poolside and will be perfect for your party. A cute way to serve a drink would be with on-theme sea cocktail picks .

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13. Apple boats

Make boat theme snacks for your guests by cutting apple slices and cheese. The apple slice is the bottom of the boat and then the cheese is the sail. The mast can be made out of a pretzel or a toothpick. This will be a menu winner.

14. Shrimp Cocktail

A shrimp cocktail is a great boat theme appetizer. Make sure to have plenty of dipping sauce to serve with it.

15. Seafood

An obvious choice for your nautical theme party – seafood! Your guests will be expecting seafood so go all out. You can serve salmon, mahi-mahi, shrimp, anything that dwells beneath the waves! You can also add other food items like pasta and stuffing so your guests can mix and match. Having a variety of under the seafood will bring your theme to life.

• Mussels – Mussels are a must for a sailboat meal.
• Breaded Fish – For a lighter seafood taste try breading fish, such as halibut or salmon, and serving it with a tasty sauce.
• Oysters – Oysters are a favorite seafood option. Arrange them on a platter for your guests to eat.
• Steamed Lobster – Serve steamed lobster with steamed vegetables and baked potatoes for a traditional New England seafood entrée.
• Lobster – If you are having a formal party or if you have the budget for it, serve your guests lobster as the main meal.
• Crab Legs – Crab legs are another excellent seafood option.

16. Pizza Rafts

Buy pizza bagels at your local grocery store and say that they’re life preservers!

17. Floating Fish

Looking to entertain the kids at your party? Grab some blue Jell-O and put it in a bowl. Then, get fish gummies from the grocery store and place them in the Jell-O. It will look like fish that are swimming in the ocean.

18. Crab Croissants

Did you ever notice how similar croissants are to crabs? Simply fix edible candy eyeballs in place on the croissants with icing, and voila! Your croissants have been converted into crabs in an instant. The world is your oyster when it comes to fillings. As a savory option, go with staples like ham, cheeses, and veggies. For those with a sweet craving, add jelly or chocolate.

19. Cookies

For dessert, serve cookies cut into nautical shapes like sailboats and starfish. If you want to make your own cookies, boat theme cookie cutters are a must!

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20. Boat Theme Cake Ideas

No party is complete without a cake. A great idea to create a nautical cake is baking a two-layer round cake and cutting a hole in the middle. Frost it with wide alternating red and white stripes like a life preserver. Another idea would be to theme your cake to make it look like sand. Buy some beige or brown icing to ice your cake to give it a nice base. Then add some beige sprinkles or crushed graham crackers on top of the frosting. It will give the “sand” texture.

Beware of having too many unhealthy sugary snacks! Refer to our recommendations for health-conscious alternatives!

Boat Theme Party Games and Activities

Nautical themes can also evoke lots of different emotions from people. So try and evoke an emotion of fun and excitement by playing these awesome sea boat theme activities at your next nautical theme party!

21. Temporary Tattoos

Help your guests feel like actual sailors with a temporary tattoo station . Make sure to have nautical tattoos such as anchors and palm trees.

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22. Boat Theme Party Photo Backdrop

A great way to make permanent memories of your party is to set up a photo booth section complete with a boat-themed photo backdrop for all of your guests to take pictures in front of. It is an easy and affordable way to make lasting memories that can be looked back on for years to come.

23. Don’t Say…

To begin, give each player a bag of treasure. The treasure can be plastic or chocolate coins, fake jewels, etc. Then, choose several words such as beach, yacht, nautical, ocean, waves, or boat. Write them onto a large whiteboard or piece of paper and hang them up. If any player says one of these words after the game has begun, they must give up a piece of their treasure to whoever called them on it. Award the player who has the most treasure at the end of the game.

24. Sand Bottles

If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the younger kids at your party why not have them make sand art ? To do this, set aside a table at your party with bottles and different colored sand. Then allow the children to put the sand in the bottle in any sort of design they want. Have them take it home as a favor!

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25. Crab Race

Have your guests split up into at least two teams. Then have them crab walk from one end of the room to the other. Once they return the next person on the team must go. The first team that has every member finish wins!

26. Obstacle Course

Set up an obstacle course at your venue for the kids or adults to maneuver through. To make it fit your theme set up a bell at the end so the first person to finish can ring the “captain’s bell”.

27. Nautical Tug-O-War

Split your guests into two groups and give them a rope . Then, have them play tug of war and tie a flag around the middle of the rope. The first team to get the flag over a specific area is the winner!

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28. Treasure Hunt

Give each party guest a 1 foot piece of rope and give instructions for a variety of nautical knots like a reef knot or rolling hitch. Set a time restriction for visitors to tie their own knots. This is a great icebreaker and could also make as an excellent party favors that guests can play with at home.

29. Tie the Knot

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31. Table Confetti

Use miniature nautical-themed anchors and paper as table confetti to jazz up the look of your food or sitting tables. Alternatively, if you prefer a more beachy feel, you could add seashells and sand to the tables.

32. Nautical Cupcake Toppers

If you are looking for a way to spice up your dessert presentation, boat-themed cupcake toppers are a perfect choice. Not only do they add a cute addition to your cupcakes, but they can be used to top any type of food you are serving, including fruit bowls, shrimp cocktails, or even a boat-themed cake.

33. Boat Cupcake Stand

If you decide to serve cupcakes at your party, a great way to showcase them would be with a boat theme cupcake stand!

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34. Take the Helm

An inflatable boat wheel allows everyone to be a captain and pretend to steer the ship! It's an excellent addition to a nautical photoshoot or just a decoration on the side. It also works nicely as a prop for creative play during a children's party. You could also place one on your cake table to give detail to cake picture shots.

35. Boat Food Party Trays

Boat shaped party food trays make it easy for your guests to serve themselves from the table. And boat-shaped models lend a fun twist to your nautical decor. Two distinct portions at the front and back allow diners to distinguish between a sweet or savory cuisine. And a convenient beverage holder in the center console will keep them hydrated as they socialize.

Boat Theme Party Invitations

Boats are an essential icon for these events, but there are other options as well. Try one of these fun boat theme party invitation ideas.

36. Passport

Create a passport for each of your guests out of cardstock. Write your party information on the inside left flap of the passport. If you have pictures of all of your guests put them on the right side. Add official-looking stamps and seals for greater effect. Alternatively, you can buy premade sets of blank passports if you prefer.

37. Nautical Theme Online Invitations

If you prefer sending your party invites online instead of through the mail, there are plenty of nautical theme online invitations to choose from. You can never go wrong with a blue and white theme!

38. Message in a Bottle

Fill several plastic or glass bottles partway with sand. Write your party information on a piece of paper then roll the paper up and slide it inside the bottle. Close the bottle with a cork and stick a mailing label onto the side. This creative idea is sure to delight your guests with its dramatic flair!

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39. Under the Sea

If you want to go for more of an ocean concept for your boat party invitations, try under the sea theme invitations . These invitations are sure to get your guests excited for your party.

40. Cruise Boarding Pass

A fun way to invite your guests to your boat themed party is by sending them cruise boarding pass invitation templates with your party information. Headline the invitations with creative titles like “Set Sail on Your Birthday Cruise”.

Boat Theme Party: Conclusion

With our suggestions, your boat theme party will be off to a great start. But our tips for décor, games, and favors are just that. Use our tips as a stepping-off point and keep the boat party afloat!

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25 Boat Theme Party Ideas

Planning a party? Love boats? Why not combine the two and organise a boat themed party?!

We’ve got a whole host of great boat theme party ideas to make your event go swimmingly. Whether you’re looking for fun games, party accessories, or different takes on the theme itself, we’ve got you covered.

So step this way to be inspired!

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Boat Party Themes

Boat themed accessories, boat themed food and drink, boat party games, ready for your boat theme party.

The first thing to consider is exactly what you want you r boat-related theme to be. It’s fine to just choose a general boaty vibe! But you could also add a more specific twist.

One way to do that is by adding some vintage charm to your boat theme. Those vintage touches could be as striking or as subtle as you like.

How about decorating with nautical bunting, and adding some sweet vintage toppers to your cupcakes? Or ask your guests to dress up in clothes from the era of your choice.

2. Sailboat

Sailboats are surely one of the most romantic ways to travel the seas. So why not add a dash of sailboat style to your boat themed party?

A sailboat party cake will make a great centerpiece. But you could also turn your venue into a sailboat by suspending fabric “sails” from the ceiling. Sheets cleverly draped can create an instant nautical atmosphere. Adding some fairy lights will bring some magic too.

3. Love Boat

The Love Boat was an iconic 70s TV show that told stories of love and romance aboard cruise ships. And what better excuse to get dressed up as a 70s glamorpuss than a Love Boat themed party?!

Test your guests’ knowledge with a 70s trivia quiz while you blast out some 70s tunes. And serve up classic dishes from the era, like prawn cocktail and cheese and pineapple on sticks.

For a fun and sophisticated event, a cruise-themed party is a great option. Decorate with marine colors like blue and white, and hang bunting from the ceiling. Add some porthole cut-outs to the walls, and you’re away!

You could even have a “captain’s table” for VIP guests.

5. Anchors Away

Dotting some boat themed accessories around your venue is a great way to enhance your theme.

Oversized inflatables and other fun objects are amazingly effective at getting everyone into the party spirit. Mark our words, it won’t be long before your guests are using them to pose for pics.

This large plastic anchor is a perfect example, and would work brilliantly at any boat-themed party.

6. Nautical Cut-Outs

Nautical cut-outs are a quick, easy and inexpensive way to create your party theme . If you’re arty, you could get some cardboard and paints and make them yourself. But there are also lots of ready-made options to inject color and humor into your party.

Stick them to walls, or place them near entry points for instant nautical appeal.

7. Marine Table Covers

If you want minimal party clear-up, wipe-clean table covers are a must. And for a boat-themed party, you want them to have a nautical look.

There are lots of great options out there that can help bring your theme to life. Look for classic motifs like boats, anchors , fish or seashells.

8. Life Preserver Centerpieces

Centrepieces are a great way to add interest to your party tables. Simple cardboard versions are inexpensive, but can look great.

We love this one decorated with life preservers. And the foil adds some extra sparkle – perfect for when the lights go down!

9. Take The Helm

Everyone can play at being captain with this inflatable boat wheel! It’s a great accessory for a nautical photo booth (more on that later). And it works just as well as a prop for imaginative play at a kids’ party.

You could even prop one on your cake table to add an extra detail to cake-cutting photos.

10. Boating Bunting

Bunting adds instant fun to any party atmosphere. And if you’re planning a boat-themed party, it’s a cheap and effective way to customize your surroundings.

Standard bunting often features on cruise ships, so pretty much any kind will work with a boat theme. But you can also find novelty versions like this colorful chain of anchors for extra pizzazz.

11. Boat Food Party Trays

Party food trays are a fun and convenient way for your guests to help themselves from the buffet. And these boat-shaped versions offer a humorous addition to your nautical theme .

Two separate sections at front and back – or should that be bow and stern?! – allow guests to separate sweet from savory food. And a handy drinks holder in the center console will keep them refreshed while they mingle.

12. Nautical Balloons

No party is complete without balloons! Go to town with a striking feature like this enormous anchor made of balloons. Or stick to simple blue and white color combinations to create a nautical atmosphere.

You can also find balloons printed with marine motifs like crabs and anchors. And when it comes to balloons, the more the merrier. Just make sure you invest in a pump to get them all inflated!

13. Anchor Floral Centerpieces

Floral centerprieces are a great way to add sophistication to any gathering. And with a little creativity, you can craft something that adds to your boat theme.

We love the way this mason jar has been accessorized with nautical colors and an anchor. The anchor here is embellished with initials, but you could also add a date or message.

Choose flowers in blue and white to complement the marine color scheme.

14. Boat Themed Favors

Party favors are an easy way to reinforce your chosen theme. And you can spend as much or as little on them as you like.

We love these sailor hats and captain’s hats. You could even have them adorned with your guests’ names or nicknames.

Or if your party is strictly for grown-ups, how about a miniature rum bottle? You could even get the date or text added to the label to commemorate your special occasion.

15. Sailboat Serving Station

Turn your serving table into a dramatic focal point by transforming it into a boat! It’s surprisingly easy to do, and will work pretty much anywhere.

Here, a standard kitchen island has been turned into a sailboat with the addition of a painted cardboard panel, a sheet and some bunting. It takes a little preparation, but it’s not expensive or difficult. And it will be a real talking point for your guests.

16. Nautical Popcorn

Popcorn is great party food, because it can be prepared ahead of time and served at any temperature. Serve it in jaunty popcorn boxes to fit in with your party theme .

This is another case where you could make the boxes yourself if you’re feeling crafty. But if you prefer to minimize preparation time, there are lots of great ready-made options out there.

We love these smart navy and white boxes, complete with a striking red anchor on each side.

17. Sailboat Jello

No kids’ party is complete without jello! And when it looks as good as these jello sailboats, adults will be queuing up to enjoy it too.

Here blue jello doubles as a placid lake on which an orange segment acts as a boat. Add a cocktail stick with a paper sail, and you have a very attractive dessert. It couldn’t be easier to make, yet looks impressive too.

18. Anchor Salad

The different colors of salad vegetables make them a great way to depict a scene. Here, slices of cucumber form an anchor . Contrasting carrot, celery, broccoli and peppers add color.

You could use the same approach to create pretty much any marine motif you like. How about a life preserver? A sailboat? Or even a pirate?

Just keep it simple so the picture stands out from the background.

19. Crab Croissants

Had you ever noticed how much croissants look like crabs?! Neither had we, until we saw this clever creation!

The eyes here are edible sugar eyeballs from cake decorating firm Wilton. Just secure them in place with frosting, and hey presto! Your croissants are instantly transformed into crustaceans.

And when it comes to fillings, the world is your – ahem – oyster! Choose classics like ham, cheese and salad as a savory option. Or add jam or chocolate paste for those with a sweet tooth.

20. Pepper Crab and Nachos

Here’s another clever way to create a crab! Choose an orange pepper and slice off the bottom. Turn it upside down, so that the flat section sits on the plate. Then cut the remaining piece of pepper into slices to use as the legs.

Edible eyeballs add instant character. You could use your pepper crab as a topping for chips or nachos. Or surround it in a sea of hummus for a sea life themed vegetable chip and dip.

21. Healthy Sailboat Desserts

We’ve already seen that adding sailboat toppers can add nautical charm to your cupcakes. But you can perform a similar trick with healthier dessert options too. And they taste every bit as good!

These sophisticated individual desserts combine creamy Greek yogurt with blueberries and granola. You could add a drizzle of honey on top for extra sweetness. Using glass pots, as here, will allow you to see the beauty of the different layers.

Then just pop your sail on top, and you have a smart and healthy sailboat dessert.

These boat party games will make your event the best it can be, creating some fun and great memories. Fun games make people excited and want to win. And the beautiful and exquisite game prizes can make people actively participate in the process. As a boat party, you can customize enamel pins, commemorative coins or beautiful keychains as a reward. They can both fit the theme of the boat and can be kept for a long time and carried around. GS-JJ can offer you a wide range of prizes to purchase, so check them out! Order Now

22. Diving Competition

All the best parties involve games. And if you’re lucky enough to own a boat, why not make the most of it with a diving competition? Just make sure you moor somewhere the water is safe and deep.

Offer prizes for the best dives. And if you have guests who prefer to spectate, get them to give the competitors marks out of 10. You could even make score cards for them to hold up.

23. Swimming Race

Boats and swimming are natural companions – so why not add a swimming race to your party? Of course, this only works if you’re actually on a boat, or at a pool. But if that’s the case, this is another easy way to raise energy levels and have a laugh.

Just as with the diving competition, adding prizes will make things more interesting. They don’t have to be big or expensive. For kids, a chocolate medal will go down a treat.

24. Deck Quoits

If you’re looking for a less energetic option, how about a game of quoits? Traditionally played on the decks of boats, quoits work just as well whether your party is on water or dry land.

If you want to splash some cash (pardon the pun) you can buy a set. But it’s easy to make your own DIY version too.

Just fill some plastic bottles with sand to weigh them down. Then mark a number on the front with a sharpie. That’s the number of points you’ll get if your quoit lands over the bottle. For the quoits themselves, just tie some rope or heavy cord in a loop. You’re all set!

25. Nautical Photo Booth

A nautical photo booth is a great addition to any boat themed party. And it’s surprisingly easy to set one up.

All you’ll need is a stripey piece of fabric and a tall frame to support if from. Choose colors like red and white, or navy and white, to fit the maritime theme. Then accessorize – life preservers, inflatable anchors, even toy boats will work brilliantly.

If you don’t mind a bit of mess, you could create a beach area in front. Just lay some plastic on the floor and cover it with sand.

Then let your guests loose, and enjoy the photos later!

That brings us to the end of our 25 boat theme party ideas! We hope it’s given you plenty of inspiration for your own event.

Start by deciding on exactly what your theme will be. Will it be boats in general? Or do you want to give it a twist – like a glamorous cruise themed party, or a pirate party for the kids?

Whatever you choose, there are loads of ways to bring your theme to life. Think about décor, food choices and games, and you’re sure to create a party to remember. Then just sit back, relax and enjoy it!

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Nautical Celebrations: 5 Unforgettable Themes for Your Next Party Boat Event

Introduction.

Ahoy, mateys! Are you looking for a unique and unforgettable experience for your next special occasion? Look no further than a party boat celebration! Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or corporate event, a party boat is the perfect setting for an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience. In this blog post, we'll explore five nautical themes that will make your party boat event the talk of the town. So, grab your captain's hat and let's set sail on a journey through the most amazing party boat themes!

1. Pirate Adventure

Arrrr, matey! Embrace your inner buccaneer and transform your party boat into a pirate's paradise. This theme is perfect for adults and kids alike, allowing everyone to unleash their inner swashbuckler. Here's how to create a pirate-themed party boat experience:

Decor : Deck out your party boat with pirate flags, treasure chests, and skull and crossbones. Create a focal point with a pirate ship's wheel and a treasure map tablecloth.

Dress code : Encourage your guests to come dressed as pirates, complete with eye patches, bandanas, and pirate hats.

Activities : Plan a treasure hunt with clues and a hidden treasure chest filled with goodies. You can also set up a "walk the plank" game, where guests have to walk a narrow plank without falling into the water.

Menu : Serve seafood favorites like shrimp cocktail, fish and chips, and clam chowder. Don't forget the pirate's favorite drink: rum!

2. Tropical Island Getaway

Transform your party boat into a tropical paradise with this island-inspired theme. It's perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and relax in a serene, beach-like setting.

Decor : Create a tropical atmosphere with palm trees, tiki torches, and colorful floral arrangements. Set up a tiki bar for guests to enjoy refreshing cocktails.

Dress code : Encourage guests to wear their favorite Hawaiian shirts, sundresses, and straw hats.

Activities : Set up a limbo contest, hula hoop competition, and a pineapple bowling game. Offer lei-making workshops or hire a professional hula dancer for entertainment.

Menu : Serve Hawaiian-inspired dishes like poke bowls, kalua pork, and pineapple fried rice. Offer tropical cocktails like mai tais and piña coladas.

3. Nautical Chic

This sophisticated theme is perfect for a more elegant party boat experience. It's all about crisp whites, navy blues, and classic nautical elements.

Decor : Use navy and white striped tablecloths, gold anchor accents, and lantern centerpieces for a stylish and elegant atmosphere. Incorporate rope and seashell decorations to maintain the nautical vibe.

Dress code : Encourage guests to wear navy, white, or gold attire. Think classy, yacht-inspired outfits.

Activities : Set up a classy wine tasting or a whiskey bar on deck. Offer guests an opportunity to learn how to tie various nautical knots or create their own sailor's bracelet.

Menu : Serve upscale seafood dishes like lobster bisque, seared scallops, and crab-stuffed mushrooms. Pair them with a selection of fine wines or champagne.

4. Under the Sea

Dive into an enchanting underwater world with this magical theme. It's perfect for those who love all things aquatic and want to create a truly immersive experience for their guests.

Decor : Transform your party boat into an underwater wonderland with blue and green lighting, bubble machines, and ocean-themed decorations like seashells, coral, and fish.

Dress code : Encourage guests to dress as their favorite sea creatures or mermaids. You can also suggest beach-inspired attire or oceanic colors.

Activities : Set up a DIY photo booth with a variety of ocean-themed props and backdrops. Organize a "sea creature" costume contest, and offer prizes for the most creative and best-dressed guests. You can also hire a professional mermaid performer to entertain and interact with the attendees.

Menu: Serve seafood delights like sushi, ceviche, and clam linguine. Create a fun, ocean-themed dessert table with sea creature-shaped cookies, cupcakes with wave designs, and a mermaid tail cake. Offer ocean-inspired cocktails like blue lagoons and sea breeze spritzers.

5. Sunset Cruise

There's nothing more magical than watching the sun set over the water. Embrace the beauty of nature and create a memorable evening with a sunset cruise theme.

Decor : Focus on creating a warm and inviting atmosphere with ambient lighting, string lights, and lanterns. Set up cozy seating areas with cushions and blankets for guests to snuggle up and enjoy the view.

Dress code : Encourage guests to dress in comfortable yet stylish attire, suitable for an evening on the water.

Activities : As the main event, take your guests on a cruise around the harbor, timed perfectly to catch the sunset. You can also offer an outdoor movie screening or live music performance as the sun goes down.

Menu : Offer a selection of gourmet finger foods and small plates that can be easily enjoyed while taking in the breathtaking views. Opt for dishes like smoked salmon canapes, caprese skewers, and mini quiches. Pair them with a selection of fine wines, champagne, and signature sunset cocktails like tequila sunrises and mojitos.

There you have it! Five unforgettable themes for your next party boat event that will surely make a splash. By choosing one of these nautical themes and tailoring it to your own personal style, you'll create a one-of-a-kind experience that will have your guests talking for years to come. So, anchor down and let Secret Fun Experiences help you elevate your party game with a fantastic and unique celebration on the water.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers (FAQs)

Q: what is a party boat, and why should i consider hosting my event on one.

A: A party boat is a vessel specially designed or rented for hosting events and celebrations on the water. Party boats provide a unique and memorable experience that allows guests to enjoy stunning views, refreshing ocean breezes, and a festive atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Q: How do I choose the perfect party boat for my event?

A: Consider your guest list size, preferred location, and desired amenities when selecting a party boat. Research different options, read reviews, and compare prices to find a boat that best suits your event's needs and budget.

Q: What are some popular themes for a party boat event?

A: Popular party boat themes include tropical luaus, pirate adventures, under-the-sea extravaganzas, nautical soirees, and sunset cruises. Choose a theme that aligns with your interests and the preferences of your guests.

Q: How should I plan the decor for my party boat event?

A: Start by choosing a color scheme and aesthetic that complements your chosen theme. Incorporate elements like balloons, banners, table settings, and centerpieces to create a cohesive and visually appealing environment. Don't forget to consider the practical aspects, such as lighting and seating arrangements, to ensure your guests' comfort.

Q: What type of entertainment should I include at my party boat event?

A: Entertainment options depend on your chosen theme and preferences. Live music, DJs, performers, and interactive games are all great choices for keeping your guests engaged and entertained.

Q: What should I include on the menu for my party boat event?

A: Tailor your menu to match your theme, and consider the preferences and dietary restrictions of your guests. Offering a mix of appetizers, main courses, and desserts, as well as a selection of beverages, will ensure everyone finds something they enjoy.

Q: What kind of dress code should I suggest for my party boat event?

A: A dress code that reflects your theme will enhance the overall experience. Encourage guests to dress in theme-appropriate attire, such as tropical prints for a luau or nautical stripes for a yacht party.

Q: How can I make my party boat event more eco-friendly?

A: Opt for reusable or biodegradable tableware and decorations, choose locally-sourced food and beverages, and encourage guests to carpool or use public transportation to minimize the event's environmental impact.

Q: Do I need any permits or insurance for a party boat event?

A: Most party boat rentals include necessary permits and insurance. However, it's always a good idea to double-check with the boat rental company to ensure you have the required coverage.

Q: How do I ensure the safety of my guests at a party boat event?

A: Work with the boat rental company and crew to establish safety protocols, such as providing life jackets, enforcing no-swimming zones, and monitoring alcohol consumption. Make sure all guests are aware of safety rules and emergency procedures.

Q: Can I customize my party boat event to fit my specific needs and preferences?

A: Absolutely! Collaborate with the boat rental company and vendors to create a personalized event that reflects your unique vision and taste.

Q: Are there any restrictions on what kind of decorations I can use on a party boat?

A: Some party boats may have specific guidelines or restrictions on decorations due to safety concerns or potential damage to the vessel. Consult with the boat rental company to ensure your desired decorations are allowed and won't pose any risks.

Q: Can I bring my own catering and drinks to a party boat event?

A: Policies on bringing your own catering and beverages vary depending on the boat rental company. Some may allow it, while others may require you to use their in-house catering services or preferred vendors. Be sure to check with your chosen company beforehand to avoid any surprises.

Q: How do I ensure a smooth boarding process for my party boat event?

A: Communicate clear instructions to your guests about the boarding location, time, and any necessary identification they may need to bring. Arrive early to ensure everything is set up and ready for your guests, and consider having a designated greeter to assist with boarding and answer any questions.

Q: What should I do in case of inclement weather on the day of my party boat event?

A: Have a backup plan in place, such as an alternate indoor location or rescheduling the event for another day. Communicate with the boat rental company and your guests about the contingency plan to ensure a smooth transition if necessary.

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Nautical Birthday Party – AHOY MATE!

By: Jessica · Posted: Feb 15, 2019 · Updated: Jan 6, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy .

Nautical Birthday Party Ideas: An outdoor summer party for a water-loving kiddo, and all of his friends for a party play date!

Nautical Birthday Party Ideas

Last year, we hosted a Crawfish Boil party for his 3rd birthday, and this year… we finally decided on a theme about 3 weeks before the big day. My little guy went back and forth:

A “Dino-Thomas,” birthday party! A “Superhero,” birthday! I know! A Lego birthday party!

…there were a few more ideas in there, like a fireman birthday party, but he just couldn’t make up his mind.

(So I took matters in to my own hands.)

I knew he loved water, and with his birthday being in Summer, I knew “water,” was going to the theme. So a nautical birthday party it was! Update: 3 years later, this is STILL his favorite birthday party theme!

It started out with designing a nautical invitation. (See how to create your own birthday party invites in Canva !) I created it, based on the “ vision ,” I had in my head of what I wanted the party to look like. (P.S. I blurred the bottom in this photo for privacy. )

Nautical Birthday Party Invitations

I printed the invites, rolled them up tight, taped them with nautical-anchor washi tape , and stuffed them in to little plastic bottles, for a message in a bottle invitation! I cut out little anchors with my silhouette machine , and tied them around the bottles with twine .

Delivering the Invites

Here’s the fun part! ( Note: I’ll say that about 10 times I’m sure.)   Since we kept it a small play date, we didn’t have to send out a TON of invitations. So to add to the fun, and anticipation of the party, we hand delivered the message in a bottle invitations to his little friends!

I promise I didn’t purposely put this anchor shirt on him to deliver the invites. But that worked out nice… 😉

So we didn’t bother the families on a Sunday afternoon, we just quietly placed the bottles on their porch steps, and I texted their mommies that they had a surprise waiting for them.

Party Time!

“Welcome to my Play Date”

If I’m able, I always like to make some sort of welcome sign, to let our guests know what door to come in. I tied the design of the invitations in our little welcome sign, to keep the theme rollin’. 😉

Nautical Party Favors

On the other side of the door, I put out little nautical beach bag favors, for the little guys and gals to grab on their way in. The bags were full of bubbles, sunglasses, water balloons, tattoos, a little wooden fish the kids could paint, and more! 

DIY Tutorial: I purchased mine, but I don’t believe they’re available any more. You could easily get plain small canvas bags, and iron on an anchor with a cutout of heat transfer material from your Silhouette machine, or just cut out an anchor, and stencil paint it on each bag. 🙂

Pre & Post Play, Station

The last thing that you want your guests to do is worry about sunburns and bugs, at your outdoor party. To help the situation out a bit, I always try to provide the sunscreen and bug spray right at their fingertips to avoid any unnecessary troubles. I also wanted to have some towels handy, for the little guys playing in the water. Running in and out of the house, wet from the water games outside, can get cold in that air conditioning! 😉

Nautical Dessert Table – Sweets & Treats

Navy and White Party Decor

I know I say it every time, but this is seriously my favorite party theme yet. I’ve always had a crush on a navy and white color scheme, so it was a no-brainer when the party planning went in to works.

Food and Treats Tip:

After upteen parties that I have hosted, I’ve learned a valuable lesson . DON’T over do it on the treats. No… not for the reason that you think . It’s not the sugar highs, or the parents hating me because I’ve provided endless amounts of sugar for their kids… but rather:

THE KIDS DON’T EAT ALL OF IT! Dead serious. Don’t get me wrong… they’ll eat a cupcake, a cookie, maybe some ice cream… but they are way too busy playing with friends, the new toys laying around etc., that most of them barely even make it to the dessert table more than once.

Anchor Cookies

These cookies. OMG, can you BELIEVE how adorable these are!? Guess what… I found them on Etsy! Yes! Wooden It Be Sweet  has these in her shop, and she was MORE than accommodating with my needs! She shipped them to me, wrapped in the most precious little plastic bags, tied with twine. I was able to send some of them home with guests since they were wrapped {as an addition to the party favors}, and I unwrapped a few for the dessert table.

Look how cute these are wrapped:

Cupcakes + Cupcake Toppers

I can’t shout it from the rooftops loud enough, how PERFECT these nautical cupcakes were from MAB Cupcakes.   Like a crazy person, I waited until the last minute to order cupcakes. (I don’t recommend it.)  But when I put a call in to order the cupcakes, I simply just asked for some white cupcakes. I didn’t expect what I received…

Anchor cupcake toppers!!! I did mention that it was for the nautical birthday party that I was hosting, and if they had anything navy blue in the shop they could throw on… I’d be forever grateful. You guys… THIS WAS THE RESULT…

NAILED it, right?! Holy moly. Thank you MAB Cupcakes!

P.S. I found the wooden board at a local antique shop, and it worked perfect to line the cupcakes on.

Blue Food??

I knew for the dessert table, I wanted to keep all of the food, white or navy blue. When I started to think of, “Blue food,” I’ll be honest… there wasn’t much out there. So I knew if I went to “white,” food, and just use Blue decor on the table, it should work out pretty well.

I went to one of my trusty desserts for parties (that’s simple and delish), the ready-to-eat cheesecake filling.

At my All White Christmas party a while back, I took this filling, and filled mini shooters with graham cracker layers. This time, I just grabbed some fillo shells and filled them with the cheesecake filling, and topped them with a couple of blueberries. These would be soooo cute for a nautical baby shower too I must say!

If you follow me on Facebook , you may have seen my little snapshot of my DIY process of making these. I was smitten with how cute they were looking. I found the idea on Pinterest, and cannot remember for the life of me who came up with this brilliant idea. If you know, please let me know! I’d love to link to them and give credit where credit is due!

I just grabbed lifesavers, and tied them on to the twine, (kind of like when I made the DIY nautical candles ) and wrapped it around the bottles. This DIY project went by in a flash.

White powdered donuts seem to always make an appearance on my dessert tables too. Mainly because I adore them. (Ahem… I mean my guests adore them.)

I found cute little navy and white suckers before the party, and although I didn’t really have the “space,” for them, I did put a couple out on the table just to add a “sweet,” touch. 😉

Make Your Own Ice Cream Bar

In another corner of the backyard, I created an ice cream bar. With the hot month of June, an ice cream on a hot summer day is a treat! Literally!

Ice Cream Toppings

I put out blueberries, strawberries, chocolate chips, gummy bears, and crushed up Oreos, for the little ones to get creative. TIP… set this table up in the yard or somewhere that you don’t mind getting dirty! It had potential to get messy. 😉

There was a variety of flavored syrups too, and they were able to choose between a waffle cone or bowl! The kids had a BLAST choosing which toppings they wanted. Ok ok… I did too.

Snack + Toy Cart – Finger Foods

I put up a little snack cart with chips, in case anyone got hungry and was missing a sweet tooth. Putting them in to canisters makes it look a little fancier than just a few chip bags laying around. This is where I also stored overflow of bubbles, sailor hats, and other little goodies.

Since it was a kiddo party, I wanted to make sure we had plenty of kid-friendly drinks. Lemonade and water took up the main stage in my drink dispensers.

Not pictured: The adults may or may not have had an “adult beverage,” section too. 😉

My boys and their little guests had a blast in the water. Water sprinklers, water balloons, and just tubs of water! Fun for hours.

I had such a good time designing this party. I already can’t wait for my other kiddos birthday this Fall. Let the ideas and designing begin!

Vendor Credits:

Party Styling: Fantabulosity

Nautical Cookies: Wooden It Be Sweet

Nautical Anchor Cupcakes: MAB Cupcakes

Until next time! Happy party planning!

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Patricia Sirrine says

June 24, 2021 at 8:11 am

Where did you get the blue boat decoration? It is beautiful!

Jessica says

June 24, 2021 at 10:08 am

Hello Patricia! I believe I found it at Hobby Lobby years ago!

July 12, 2018 at 12:28 pm

Super adorable! Great ideas – and easy to do for a kids’ party.

July 12, 2018 at 2:55 pm

Thank you so much Caron!!

September 08, 2016 at 7:07 pm

Where did you get the plastic bottles for the invitations?

September 11, 2016 at 9:48 am

I believe I found them on Amazon!!!

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8 amazing DIY nautical party decorations you can make in a weekend

Ahoy matey! Setting sail for a nautical birthday party? Then you’d better make sure the decorations are ship shape. Sure, you can head online and order some splashy nautical- themed decorations or you can have a little fun with the kiddos and create DIY nautical party decorations. There are quite a few easy do-it-yourself nautical crafts you can make that’ll give party-goers that pleasant ocean breeze feel. Here are eight cool DIY nautical decorations that catch the wave.

Nautical birthday party

1. sand jars, 2. shell jars, 3. starfish garland, 4. shell garland, 5. starfish wreath, 6. shell wreath, 7. hanging fishnet, 8. painted oars, other nautical diy party decorations, concluding thoughts.

Before pulling up the anchor and diving into a nautical birthday party, take a look around the house and see what you already have. Anything related to the ocean, such as paintings of the beach, lighthouses, shells, flip-flops, and buckets or pails, can help add a nautical theme to the party. Once you’ve seen what you have to turn the backyard or designated party area into a coastal scene, it’s time to get crafty.

This is a very simple craft and one that’s ideal for younger children. To make these nautical decorations, all you need are empty glass jars and craft sand. Mason jars are a perfect pick, but you can also clean and use jars from the recycling bin. Just make sure the inside is dry before spooning in the sand.

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Since it’s a nautical theme, pick colors that remind you of the seaside like blue, green, and white. You can find craft sand online or at arts and craft stores. To create, spoon in the different colored sand. Make a pattern to mimic waves or be eclectic. When finished, the jars make for pretty accents on the table or mantle. If the party is outside, add a votive candle .

For a seashore-inspired table topper or accent, take empty glass jars or vases and fill them with small shells or broken shell pieces. Small shells are available online and at craft stores, as are shell pieces . If you live near the shore, collecting your own is a wonderful activity for the whole family.

Add a festive touch to a nautical-themed birthday party by making a starfish garland. All you need to create this decoration, which you can hang on the window, railing, or above the door, is twine and starfish. You can find starfish online or at most craft shops.

To make this garland, cut a piece of twine to the desired length. Make a loop on each side to hang. Then cut shorter pieces of twine about 4 to 5 inches in length. Tie one end around the leg of a starfish and the other end to the longer piece of twine. The starfish hangs down from the twine. Tie the next starfish about 4 inches away. Keep adding starfish until you come almost to the end of the twine.

To make a shell garland, cut a piece of twine to the needed length, making a loop on either side to hang. Then cut pieces 4 to 5 inches in length to tie to the garland. Using a hot glue gun, glue the string to the back of small shells.

For a cute starfish wreath to hang on the door to greet guests or around the room where the birthday party is taking place, take a natural grapevine wreath and hot glue starfish all around it. Allow it to dry before hanging.

Instead of starfish, a shell wreath makes for an inviting decoration for a nautical party. Take different sizes of shells and use a glue gun to attach them to the natural grapevine wreath.

Hang a decorative fishnet on the wall. Have the kiddos use paint markers to decorate scallop shells . Attach the shells to the netting using a glue gun.

You can’t have a nautical-themed party without oars. Take unfinished oars and have the kids decorate them using paint markers or acrylic paint. When the oars are completely dried, take a black paint marker to print the birthday child’s name. Hang the painted oars to add a decorative nautical touch.

• Anchor garland – Have the kids paint unfinished wooden anchors. When dried, string them on twine for a fun garland or hang them from ribbons around the room or along a railing.
• Life preservers – Using paint markers, turn unfinished wooden napkin rings into life preserver rings. When dried, put the guest of honor’s name or “Happy Birthday” on each ring.
• Fish garland – Use different colored construction paper or felt to cut out fish. Use the fish cutouts to make a garland or hang from ribbons.

Going nautical for a birthday party is a fun and festive theme. Take a good look around the house to see what nautical-inspired things you can use to decorate before getting crafty with these easy DIY nautical party decorations. Whether you’re hosting the birthday party at home or at a venue, you and the kids can put together some sea-worthy nautical decorations with these eight DIY craft projects that’ll make you want to sail away.

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It may be hard to say goodbye to summer, but there's quite a lot to love about fall. From apple picking to Halloween and those super fun hayrides, autumn is jam-packed with family-friendly fun. Once those trick or treat bowls are empty, it can only mean one thing; Thanksgiving is on the horizon. Once the calendar turns to November, everyone's prepping for Thanksgiving and the subsequent December holidays.

Yes, Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday to spend time with family and friends. If you’re cooped up in the kitchen all day, you feel a little left out of the Turkey Day excitement. Invite the kids into the kitchen this year to help with arguably one of the best parts of the holiday dinner -- those side dishes.

Fall is such a thrilling time and full of so much family fun, including all the anticipation and excitement of Halloween. When November rolls around, it can be a bit of a letdown when those cool Halloween decorations get packed away. The house looks out of sorts, inside and out, without all of those jack-o'-lanterns and black cats. So, it's a good thing Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Of course, turkeys grab the headlines during Thanksgiving, but there are a lot of other DIY Thanksgiving decorations to help set the stage for the family-centered November holiday.

Creating easy Thanksgiving crafts with the kids to get the house back in a festive mood helps generate excitement for the upcoming holiday. It's also a perfect way to make a cute centerpiece for the Thanksgiving table or make placemats for when the extended family gathers around the table to celebrate. Here are five do-it-yourself Thanksgiving crafts to get the family started decking the halls for Turkey Day.

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11 Tips to Hosting a Great Boat Party

Nothing says summer quite like a boat party . Whether you’re an adventure-loving group or prefer to take things easy, heading to open waters for a few hours presents an ideal opportunity to escape everyday life and enjoy the moment.

If you’re planning a boat party , we want to help you host in style with some of our best boat party hosting tips. Plus, find inspiration on how to wow your guests with themed invites, fun activities, and a dazzling party space.

How to Host an Unforgettable Boat Party This Summer

Ready to make a splash? Here’s how to plan your boat party like a pro, leaving your guests to wonder just how you managed everything so smoothly.

1. Figure Out Your Budget

When we think of boat parties , luxurious, no-expenses-spared celebrations spring to mind. While some boat parties certainly fit that bill, they can also be casual, relaxed, and budget-friendly. To help you plan your dream boat party , first decide on your budget.

Nail down big ticket expenses like boat rental and entertainment, and how much you’re willing to spend per person on food, drinks, and party favors. This will help you decide whether to splash out on a DJ or hook up your Spotify playlist, or to have an open bar or bring and serve bottled drinks instead.

2. Create Your Guest List

Once you set your budget, you can start working on a key part of any event — the guest list. While there are party boats that can hold hundreds of guests, this can get expensive, so you may wish to keep your guest list short and sweet.

Think about the occasion and who you’re planning to invite. For a   birthday party , bachelorette party , or another celebration, ask the guest of honor for their desired invitees. If you’re hosting a summer soiree, invite your closest friends and family members.

3. Choose a Fun Theme

Heading out onboard a boat or yacht is exciting enough, but you can take it a step further by introducing a theme. This is a fun way to honor a birthday guest of honor’s interests, or to shake things up from your annual summer party.

Embrace all things under the sea with a nautical-themed party, or add plenty of color and vibrant foods for a tropical-themed get-together . Host a luxe Hollywood-style yacht party , or take it back in time with a retro-themed disco boat bash. The choice is yours, and the party theme ideas are endless.

4. Send Themed Boat Party Invites

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Get your guests excited ahead of the big day with boat party invites that let them know exactly what kind of party to expect. Planning hours of non-stop partying while taking in views of the Miami skyline ? Or maybe you’re thinking of a laid-back hangout with just a few of your favorite folks across the Hudson River in New York ? Or perhaps you want a stop-and-swim sail along the shores of your local lake? 

Whatever you decide, Greenvelope’s collection of party invitations includes plenty of designs that are perfect for your boat party — including this modern sailing themed invite . We also have designs to match your creative party theme — whether that’s tropical, boho, retro, contemporary, luxury, or something else entirely.

Each of our designs can be customized to suit your celebration. Change the layout, fonts, and colors to personalize your design, then add your party details and message to share the exciting news with your guests.

5. Find the Perfect Boat

You can’t have a boat party without a boat! Speak to your local marina, get in touch with local boat rental companies, and search online for the best boat rentals and yacht charters to see what options you have.

For a large party, look into chartering a yacht and working with the crew to hand over as many of the operations as possible. If it’s a lively celebration, hire a party boat for a “ booze cruise ” where the focus is on celebrating and letting your hair down. For a smaller group, a luxury pontoon boat ride is a great option — especially if you’re going to be jumping in and enjoying the water.

6. Design Your Space

Not all boat parties are on large vessels, but for those that are, it’s important to get clear on how much space you have so that it works for your needs. There’s nothing worse than getting onboard and discovering there’s not enough space for your dancefloor and buffet table!

If you’re aboard a large boat or yacht, work with the crew to figure out the best way to make your party plans happen. Decide on a layout that flows well so your guests can move around the boat to enjoy different activities and zones.

7. Plan a Few Games and Activities

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Sometimes boat parties are all about relaxing, listening to the sounds of nature, and catching up with old friends. Other times, they’re filled with exciting things to do. Wherever your party falls, you’ll want to have some activities planned as options for your guests — even if that’s simply to enjoy an incredible sunset together or head out onto the lake as part of your annual summer retreat .

Lively boat parties can benefit from a live DJ with a list of hit tunes that match your occasion and party theme. Talk with your DJ about what to include on the list — whether that’s hip hop , disco classics, or current pop hits. If your group likes to get active, plan some water sports activities like jet skis or snorkeling as part of your boat party itinerary.

8. Serve Up a Delicious Menu

While you’re planning your activities, give some thought to the food you’ll serve to your guests. Dream up a menu that matches your theme, budget, and style, and leaves your guests feeling happy and satisfied.

For a retro gathering, you can’t go wrong with hot dogs and burgers. For a more sophisticated experience, serve fresh seafood and salads. If your boat party doesn’t last long or is mid-afternoon, you can get away with serving a selection of fresh snacks, charcuterie boards, and grazing platters.

9. Be Safety Conscious

Safety should be a priority at any gathering, but it’s especially important when you’re out on the water. Make sure you and your guests know what to expect and how to deal with any unexpected challenges.

If you’re a new boater and chartering a boat by yourself, check in with the rental company for details on how to handle emergencies and how to prepare your guests. If you’re fortunate enough to have a crew, seek their advice and relay any pre-event essentials to your guests.

10. Consider Party Favors

At many events it’s common to give guests a token of appreciation. With a boat or yacht party you’re limited by space so you might not have any extra places to store party gifts.

With this in mind, keep your party favors small. Consider handing out practical party gifts like flip-flops, towels, oversized sunglasses, or personalized drinking cups. You could even skip the party favors completely and choose to send a thank you card or make a charity donation instead.

11. Send a Thank You Note

Once the festivities have come to a close, it’s time to start thinking about sending a thank you card. This isn’t a must-have, but it’s a thoughtful way to express gratitude to your guests — especially if they joined you to celebrate a special moment.

Our collection of digital thank you cards has something for every occasion. We love this multilingual thanks card as it’s great for any theme or celebration, including your beautifully planned boat party .

Enjoy Smooth Sailing with the Best Boat Party Ever

Your guests will be overjoyed to receive an invite to your boat party , no matter what type of celebration you’re hosting. Use these ideas and planning tips to impress them with a themed invite, exciting itinerary, and unmissable sights.

When you’re ready to share the news about your event, use one of our boat party invites to do it in style. Find a design that works for your occasion, then personalize it to suit your event perfectly. We hope you have smooth sailing from start to finish!

Chic & Inexpensive Nautical Dinner Party

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When my husband wanted to invite his networking group friends over during the summer, we jumped at a chance to create a beautiful nautical themed dinner party. 

Why You Should Consider a Nautical Dinner Party

1- It’s inexpensive.

Believe it or not, we purchased a lot of the decor at Dollar Tree! Here are all the coastal themed elements you can find at your local dollar store:

• Mini glass bottles
• Starfish and shell decor
• Wooden boats
• Flat wooden nautical ornaments
• White plates
• Lifesaver candies
• Dessert cups
• Silver charges

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2 – DIY Nautical Decor

This adult dinner party really came together with some of the DIY projects. We make a gorgeous candle holder centerpiece from old wine bottles. We also spray-painted wine bottles blue and used them as flower vases. Finally, we used brown craft paper to create a gorgeous custom runner design.

3 – Great for any setting.

What’s great about this classic theme is that you can use it anywhere. On a boat, in a beach house on vacation, in your backyard, or even in your dining room. This indoor nautical tablescape will still impress your family and friends.

To begin this beautiful nautical tablescape, all you need is a white runner and a decorative fishnet. Tie the ends of the runner with rope.

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Wine Bottle Coastal Centerpiece

Wine bottle candle holders.

This gorgeous wine bottle centerpiece is one of our favorite elements on the table. The base is actually two galvanized trays stacked on top of each other. First a flat dessert tray and then a deep tray. This will hold the 3 wine bottles and let us add seashells and starfish in the between to fill in the holes. 

Simply wrap the wine bottles in craft rope you can get online or at the dollar store. Insert candlesticks into the top of the wine bottles. You might have to shave the bottom of the candlesticks a bit to get them to fit into the bottle opening. This is a simple and easy way to upcycle used bottles.

Nautical Wine Bottle Flower Vases

On each side of the galvanized tray, we added these beautiful blue wine bottle vases. We simply spray-painted two wine bottles navy blue. Then we added a little bit of cotton twine and finished it off with wood anchors also from the Dollar Tree. You can find these in the craft aisle. Finish it off with fresh flowers from the garden. 

Around the centerpiece, we added decorative candles and really cute sailboats from the toy section at Dollar Tree.

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Coastal Table Setting Ideas

Diy rope placemat, napkin rings, and drink coasters.

We ordered a large batch of rope and made our own rope themed items for the place setting.

First, the placemat. In order to put this round placemat together, we used a vinyl placemat from Dollar Tree. Use a small plate to trace a 9” circle on the placemat. This will serve as the base to the rope.

Starting in the middle, hot glue the craft rope around until it covers the circle and continues past the vinyl until you can no longer see it.

Do the same process for the coasters but a much smaller circle – about 4-5 inches.

Finally, to make the napkin rings, wrap the rope around itself 2-3 times. Use a napkin to measure the diameter and make sure the napkin fits.

Once you have made these elements, layer on white and blue plates onto the placemat. Thread the napkin and the utensils through the napkin ring and finalize with a nautical wooden ornament.

If you decide not to go with the rope themed placemats, you can also use silver chargers as a base. 

Message in a Bottle Straws

We found these mini glass bottles at Dollar Tree and knew we had to incorporate them into the theme somehow. We ended up hot gluing one onto each straw. 

Nautical Themed Drink Station

By the wine bar, we created this mini drink station. Simply add mason jars onto the tray. Decorate the mason jar with a cute candy lifesaver that you tie around with twine. A double drink dispenser held water and lemonade with fresh blueberries.

Nautical Brown Paper Scroll

Our favorite DIY nautical decor element was this brown paper scroll we used as a countertop runner. We have seen these amazing paper scroll projects all over Pinterest and this was the perfect occasion to incorporate it into the decor since it matched the color of the rope.

Here we decided to use it as a runner. We let it roll off the side of the counter. Since Danny is an artist, she hand drew this “Life is Better on the Boat” sign.

Nautical Party Food You can Put Together in Minutes

Diy coastal dessert table.

I have a lot of space in my dining room but not a lot of furniture. We thought it would be fun to create a separate area to display the desserts ahead of time since we had so many cute desserts to match the nautical theme. 

We took two stools and layered on wooden crates. On top of that we added a long white shelf that we actually use as serving boards. And instantly we had a little make-shift table! 

We added more netting to the top, more of the DIY nautical wine bottles, and a pretty wooden sign that said “Sail Away”. Finally, we added pretty lanterns to the floor.

Boat Themed Food Ideas

You can’t have a nautical-themed party with super cute boat-shaped food! It’s so easy. All you need to make is a bunch of these paper sails on toothpicks. Then add it to ANY dessert. 

Berry Parfait

Dollar Tree has an amazing array of partyware that you can use to create beautiful mini desserts. We grabbed these square cups and made a sweet berry parfait. Simply layer on yogurt and granola. The top layer is fresh blueberries to match the blue and white theme. Add a paper sail to the top.

Cantaloupe Boats

These cantaloupe boats are super easy to make. Simply cut out 1-2 inch thick slices and add a paper sail. 

Bite-Sized Brownies

We make these brownie bites for so many parties because they are so easy to display. Top with confectioner’s sugar and yes, you guessed it, a paper sail!

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DIY Nautical Party Banner

Since we were welcoming friends from a networking group, we made this pretty nautical banner. We took a few red and blue patterned pieces of paper and cut them into large 8” tall triangles. The letters were all red. We used a few separator panels with a boat, a lifesaver, and an anchor.

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With a sophisticated nautical party, you’ll be able to draw them in. For a summer party that’s a snap to pull off, try these drink, decoration, and party food suggestions. 

Choose a theme, set up your party table, decorate with panache, and prepare a cuisine that is in keeping with the theme. These ideas are the first stop on your way to the summer’s most flamboyant nautical bash.

Nautical Party Decorations

A nautical theme has grown to represent a wide range of features and design sensibilities, from the strict regimen of a naval ship to the natural surroundings of the seaside.

Consider the worn wood of a fishing pier, the shiny chrome of an ocean liner, the vibrant colors of a sailing regatta, and the coastal characteristics of a seaside community as sources of inspiration.

Room decorations

Make a giant anchor out of blue and white balloons by hanging them all around. Make a photo booth out of an ordinary sheet by painting it navy and adding seaside-themed decorations. 

Sailboats, anchors, and wheels are all fantastic sources of inspiration, and you can turn them into entertaining garlands by cutting out some cardboard. 

Anchors, rope, and nautical patterned tablecloths and table runners can all be used as decorations. Create a variety of patterns for your nautical paper lanterns.

Table setting

At every gathering, the party table serves as a focal point for interaction. Using themed plates, napkins, cups, and flatware is an easy way to create an ocean-inspired aesthetic. 

A well-dressed table contributes significantly to the ideal beach party mood. The tone is set when your party table and buffet look the part.

Perfect colors

Throughout the party space, use your chosen colors as accents. To make your colors pop, make the background white, beige, or black.

Remove any colors or things that compete with the palette you’ve chosen. To get the best effect, use each color at least 5 times. Use water-themed hues, such as light blue and/or aqua, as a background instead.

Food stations

Food stations, appetizer spreads, self-serve buffets, raw bars, dessert tables, and hors d’oeuvre trays are all great places to add distinctive embellishments to your food service.

In the center of the table, place a mast with sails. To transform a table, counter, or kitchen island into a sailboat, hang a sail and flags from the ceiling.

Using a white or solid-colored table skirt, cut out portholes. Cake stands, beverage tubs, and utensil holders should all be made of enamel or galvanized metal.

Nautical centerpiece & local points

Adjust heights with risers below a burlap runner with seashells, starfish, and marine glass.

Flickering tea lights or the delightful whimsy of fairy lights may provide another dimension.

Sailboats, ships & anchors, lobster & glass buoys, and other sailing, ocean, and nautical items can be used as centerpieces and focal points.

Painted oars

Oars are a must-have for any nautical party. Paint markers or acrylic paint on unfinished oars and let the youngsters decorate them. 

After the oars have dried fully, write the birthday child’s name on them using a black paint marker. Add a beautiful nautical accent by hanging the painted oars.

Starfish garland

A starfish garland may be made to add a festive touch to a nautical-themed birthday celebration. 

Only rope and starfish are required to make this decoration, which may be hung from a window, fence, or over the entrance. Starfish may be found at most craft stores or on the internet.

Shell garland

To build a shell garland, cut a piece of string to the desired length and make a hanging loop on both sides. To tie the garland together, cut sections 4 to 5 inches long. Apply hot glue to the backs of little shells to secure the string.

Nautical Party Cakes

The baking cups are in a light blue and white color scheme. Make fondant anchors and life buoys by tinting white fondant with blue and red icing color. 

Refrigerate the toppers before standing them in the “foam” of frosting. Small anchor cutouts may be used to construct a chalk sign that reads “Cruisin’ Cupcakes” if you purchase the nautical centerpiece kit. Remove the anchors!

Nautical Party Supplies & Favors

Be inspired by our nautical décor and party supplies for everything from a nautical baby shower to an ocean-themed backyard BBQ. There are many items at your local store that would be ideal for your nautical party.

Anchor décor, starfish, crabs, lobsters, and other seaside fun are among the distinctive nautical goods available. No matter what sort of event you’re planning, find palm palms, fish nets, and sea shells to give it a seaside feel. 

You may also require the following items for your nautical party:

• Nautical Pinhole Glasses
• Nautical Cutout Spiral Notebooks
• Nautical Latex Balloons
• Nautical Anchor Garland
• Nautical Beverage Napkins
• Nautical Plastic Tablecloth
• Nautical Picks with Spoons 
• Nautical Cupcake Stand
• Nautical Cupcake Topper
• Nautical Hats
• Nautical Water Bottle Labels

Send your guests home with a tasty party present like these sailboat cookies. You’re finished with a lovely favor tag.

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Nautical themes are ideal for events that will take place on the beach or desire to take place on the beach! 

A nautical party might include a variety of activities such as nautical crafts, games, and more. The food is perhaps one of the nicest aspects of a nautical themed party.

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Invitation Ideas Invitations with pictures of sailboats - cut out pictures of the birthday child and glue them on the cards so it looks like they are on the boat.  

On note cards with a boat scene embellish them by cutting out sails from white fabric that match the sails on the card and then pasting the fabric sails on the card.  Only paste down one side of the sail so it looks like it is moving in the wind. Print out the party information on colorful paper and then fold into paper boats.  

Decoration Ideas Decorate the nautical party area with large pieces of fabric attached to the walls to look like sails.   Cut out waves from blue construction paper and attach to tables, mantles, countertops and staircases.  Decorate the party table in blue, white, red and yellow.  Place sand in the center of the table with a few seashells.  Serve snacks in large seashells and/or colorful plastic kids pails and use shovels for serving. 

Sailor Hats Write guests names in blue or red (or a combination) permanent marker on white sailor hats.  Let the kids decorate with markers, paint or stickers. Sailboat Capes Make party guests into boats by giving them their own "sail".  Make or buy capes in bright colors and let the guests wear them. 

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How to Plan a Nautical Bachelorette Party

Hi, lovelies! Are you hoping for a nautical bachelorette party with your BFFs? Well, pass this post on to your MOH because we’re about to show you the ultimate nautical bach bash ideas! Today we’re showing you everything you need to plan a nautical bachelorette party from start to finish that everyone’s going to love. We’re rounding up the best nautical invitations , favors, decorations, accessories, and apparel to make the last sail before the veil a memorable one. Here you’ll find everything needed to host the perfect nautical bachelorette bash / boat party / “last sail before the veil”, etc. along with party extras like an adorable captain’s hat (yes, complete with veil), bridesmaid mug-shot style photo props (so fun), cute tumblers, drink coolers, fun tank tops for the bride’s crew, and more. So… grab your captain’s hat and let’s go!

For a nautical bachelorette party, you can go with the following themes / bachelorette party hashtags :

• “last sail before the veil”
• “let’s get nauti”
• “tie the knot”
• “let’s get ship-faced”

We’re throwing in a few from each category in this list just to give you some inspiration.

It is best to choose a location that is, obviously, nautical-themed… for instance, a restaurant at a marina, a cruise (a multi-day destination if budget allows, of course, or even a one-day cruise in your area. In Detroit, there is a “Princess Cruise” that takes off in the evening with dinner, a full bar, DJ — the works. Check out what you have in your area. There may be a one-day boat or sailing tour you can take with the entire crew in tow.

Of course, you can plan a fun nautical bachelorette party without setting sail, too — just make it a seaside location. Anywhere you can dip your toes in the water, lay on the sand, get tan lines, consume delish beverages, and enjoy seafood (if that’s your thing) is a great way to throw a ‘last sail’ party for the bride. No need to over-complicate things — just pick a fun place she’d enjoy and go with it!

Nautical Bachelorette Party Ideas

1. This bride sailor / captain hat

I mean, if you’re not going to wear a Bride captain’s hat at your nautical bachelorette party, then when are you going to wear one?! By LusCraftasticShop .

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How could you resist a sailor hat for the bachelorettes? These ‘Bride’s Crew’ and ‘Bride’s Mate’ sailor hats are a fun party accessory for sure. By MyCustomPartyStore .

By LuckTen .

Every great bachelorette party (or themed party of any kind) always begins with an awesome invitation. These from Letter Loft Prints are perfect.

4. And these invitations with a bachelorette weekend itinerary

By Pineapple Princess Design Co .

5. These nautical bachelorette party tanks

Fun apparel is a must-have for any nautical bachelorette party. These “nauti bride” and “nauti crew” bachelorette party tanks are so cute! I love the flowy design. By HelloBridalClothing .

Also adoring these nautical tank tops in red, blue and white with Mate of Honor, Nauti Crew, and Nauti Bride. By BTSapparel .

By BrideandEntourage .

An absolute essential. By The Green Bridal Boutique .

An easy decoration for your party space! By caketothetop .

Also lovin’ on this nautical bachelorette party banner by TheIzzyBizzy .

In case you’re giving away favor bags for your nautical bachelorette party guests, these totes are a great choice; they’re also fun for carry-on’s in the event of a destination wedding or bachelorette bash. Plus, they’re only $6 a piece… a steal! By White Apple Designs .

By Let’sWearDresses .

By BeCollective .

14. These adorb nautical themed hair tie favors

By SweetReposeBoutique .

By HautePinkCreations .

By WhenitRainsPaper .

17. This nautical bachelorette party sash

By GoldandGlamour .

So adorable! By Pelemele .

By You’reThatGirlDesigns .

By BellsNBerries .

By BubblyandBash .

By GardeniaLabels .

Or these funny labels from Big Dot of Happiness :

By VumbacaWhite .

By KristenMcGillivray .

25. This nautical bachelorette party sign

By KarlyKDesignShop .

By BigDotOfHappiness .

Fun idea — it uses selfies! By Big Dot of Happiness .

Great as decor. By SteshaParty .

Or these ‘get nauti’ balloons by White Rabbits Design :

By Big Dot of Happiness . Especially fun with one of these !

By Big Dot of Happiness .

31. And this awesome cuff bracelet for each of the crew

Hold fast means be firmly anchored, and in this case, anchored in friendship. By ClairAshley .

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What do you think of this round-up? Are you planning a nautical bachelorette party, or hoping your bridesmaids plan one for you? Tell us in the comments section and let us know your favorite find above. I love the captain’s hat, the “knotty” invitations, the cuff bracelet for your bridesmaids, and those fun photo props — especially the mug shots!

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Nautical Bachelorette Party Ideas

July 09, 2023 5 min read

Are you looking for a unique and exciting way to celebrate your bachelorette party before tying the knot? A nautical themed party might just be the perfect choice for you and your crew. With a nautical bachelorette party, you can set sail on a boat, yacht, or even a cruise ship, and enjoy the beautiful scenery and ocean breeze. You can also incorporate fun nautical-themed activities such as fishing, snorkeling, or even a treasure hunt. And of course, no nautical party would be complete without some delicious seafood and refreshing cocktails to enjoy on deck.

Planning a Nautical Bachelorette Party

If you are planning a bachelorette party, a nautical theme can be a fun and unique way to celebrate the bride-to-be. Here are some tips to help you plan a memorable nautical bachelorette party.

Choosing a Location

When it comes to choosing a location for your nautical bachelorette party, consider a coastal town or a boat rental. You can also host the party at a beach house or a waterfront restaurant. Make sure the location you choose has a nautical feel and can accommodate your group size.

The Theme Colors

Navy blue, white, and gold accents can create a cohesive look that ties everything together for this theme. A nautical theme can include anchors, sailor hats, and navy and white stripes.

Arranging Food and Drinks

For food, consider serving seafood. For drinks, serve wine or champagne. 

Decorating for the Party

Decorate your party space with nautical-inspired decorations such as a banner that says "Lets get nauti!" or a photo booth with sailor hats and sunglasses.

Activities and Games

Looking for some fun activities and games to make your nautical bachelorette party even more memorable? Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Scavenger Hunt

A scavenger hunt is a great way to get everyone involved and exploring the area. You can create a list of items for each team to find, such as a seashell, a captain's hat, or a picture with a sailor. You can also add some challenges, like taking a group photo with a stranger or singing a sea shanty. The first team to complete the list wins a prize!

Photo Booth

A photo booth is a must-have for any bachelorette party, and a nautical theme can make it even more fun. Set up a backdrop with a beach or ocean scene, and provide props like sailor hats, life preservers, and matching sashes. You can also create a hashtag for your party and encourage everyone to share their photos on social media.

Remember, the most important part of a bachelorette party is spending time with the bride-to-be and creating memories that will last a lifetime. With these tips, you can plan a fun and unique nautical bachelorette party that the bride-to-be will never forget.

Bachelorette Party Favors

When it comes to bachelorette party favors, you want to give your guests something that they can use and enjoy. Here are a few ideas for bachelorette party favors that your guests will love. You can consider using temporary tattoos or custom koozies as party favors.

Tote bags are a great bachelorette party favor because they are practical and can be used long after the party is over. You can customize the tote bags with the bride's name, the date of the party, or a fun saying. Here are a few ideas for what you can put in the tote bags:

• Water bottles

Sunglasses are another practical bachelorette party favor that your guests will love. You can choose sunglasses that match the theme of the party or personalize them with the bride's name. Here are a few ideas for what you can put in the sunglasses case:

• Mini bottles of alcohol

Temporary Tattoos

Temporary tattoos are a fun and unique bachelorette party favor that your guests will enjoy. You can choose tattoos that match the theme of the party

Hangover Kit

A hangover kit makes a fun bachelorette party favor. Here are a few ideas for what you can put in into your hangover kit:

Overall, bachelorette party favors are a great way to thank your guests for coming and to make the party memorable. Choose favors that are practical, fun, and personalized to make the party even more special.

Invitations and Apparel

Bachelorette party invitations.

The first step in planning a nautical bachelorette party is to send out invitations to all the guests. Your invitations should reflect the theme of the party and give guests a taste of what's to come. Consider using invitations that feature anchors, sailboats, or other nautical elements. You can also include a fun pun or play on words, such as "Anchors Aweigh, It's Time to Celebrate!"

When it comes to wording, keep it simple and to the point. Include the date, time, and location of the party, as well as any special instructions or requests. You may also want to include a dress code, such as "Nautical Attire Encouraged" or "Wear Your Best Sailor Stripes."

Nauti Bride Apparel

As the bride-to-be, you'll want to stand out from the rest of the party guests. Consider wearing a special "nauti bride" shirt or tank top, which you can easily find online or at a local party supply store. You can also accessorize with a nautical-themed veil, sash, or hat.

For the rest of the party guests, encourage them to embrace the nautical theme by wearing sailor stripes, anchor jewelry, or other nautical-inspired apparel. You can even provide them with nautical-themed party favors, such as sunglasses or beach bags, to help them get into the spirit of the party.

Remember, the key to a successful nautical bachelorette party is to have fun and embrace the theme. With the right invitations and apparel, you can set the tone for a memorable celebration that everyone will enjoy.

Congratulations! You have successfully planned a nautical-themed bachelorette party that will be unforgettable for the bride-to-be and her friends. By incorporating the ocean, boats, and beachy decorations, you have created a unique and memorable experience that everyone will cherish.

Remember to keep safety in mind when planning any water-based activities. Always have a designated driver if you plan on drinking, and make sure everyone wears a life jacket when boating or swimming.

Overall, a nautical bachelorette party is a great way to celebrate the bride-to-be and her upcoming wedding. With a little creativity and attention to detail, you can create a party that is both fun and stylish. We hope this guide has been helpful in planning your nautical-themed bachelorette party.

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