15 Teenager party ideas

Teenagers often enjoy engaging and interactive activities and if you have older teenagers in the 16-19 age range, they may have more specific interests and enjoy activities that are a bit more mature. I have included some party ideas that will appeal to all teenagers from 13 to 19, and some that older teenagers would enjoy.

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Movie Night:

If you are lucky enough to live somewhere where it is warm, (or warmish!), and can have, borrow, or rent a large screen, set it up in the backyard or garden, hang fairy lights, and create a cozy space with blankets and pillows. Let the teens choose their favorite movies and enjoy an outdoor cinema experience.
A cozy indoor movie marathon night, is great, pick a theme or favorite movie series. Create a cozy atmosphere with blankets and snacks for an all-night film fest.

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2. Escape Room Party:

Take the teens to an escape room facility or set up a DIY escape room at home. Divide them into teams and see who can solve the puzzles and “escape” first or within a set time.

This can be catered for the age of your teen, and a themed costume party suits any age, Ideas could include “80s Retro,” “Superheroes vs. Villains,” or “Movie Characters.” Provide prizes for the best costumes. An older teen may like a more sophisticated themed costume party or a masquerade ball. Consider elegant themes like “Hollywood Glam” or “Black and White Affair.”

Art and wine nights have become popular with adults, now the teens want in too, host one minus the wine, the older teens would love non-alcoholic mocktails and gourmet snacks, to go along side.
Provide canvases, paints, and art supplies, and let teens unleash their creativity. Consider hiring an art instructor for guidance or inspiration, check on the internet for local ones.

Set up a station with various pizza or taco toppings, allowing the teens to create their own customized meals. It’s a fun and interactive way to cater to different tastes.

Rent a karaoke machine or use a karaoke app and let the teens showcase their singing talents. Provide a stage setup, complete with props, and create a lively atmosphere.

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7. Outdoor Adventure:

Plan an outdoor adventure day with activities like rock climbing, hiking, or a day at a ropes course. It’s a great way to keep teens active and entertained.

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8. Tech and Gaming Tournament:

Organize a gaming tournament with popular video games or esports titles. Set up multiple gaming stations and have a friendly competition with prizes for the winners. You can also include VR experiences.

Organize a photo scavenger hunt where teens need to take pictures of specific items or complete challenges. Provide a list and let them use their smartphones to document their findings.

Hire a chef to give a cooking class, or set up cooking stations with various ingredients for a DIY cooking experience. Teens can learn new culinary skills and enjoy their creations.

If you have access to a pool, consider hosting a pool party with floats, water games, and a barbecue. Make sure to have music and a relaxed atmosphere.

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12. Glow-in-the-Dark Party:

Decorate the venue with glow-in-the-dark items, including bracelets, necklaces, and paint. Consider incorporating glow paint into games or activities for added fun.