It’s the sad truth that sometimes we’re ready to ditch school before it even begins. That’s why Wedding and Party Network knows the perfect back to school party theme to kick off the fall semester. Who knows more about being carefree and facing school with effortless style better than Ferris Bueller from the classic 80s film, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off? Host a Ferris Bueller’s Day Off party and be ready to start college in high spirits.
Getting Started
The details are easy to handle for this party theme. Every detail you pick simply must relate to the classic film. For the party invitation, use Bueller’s line, “If you’re not over here in 15 minutes, you can find a new best friend,” to grab your invites’ attention.
The party decorations could match your favorite scene in the movie or you could just check out your local party store and see what they have in the 80s party theme section.
For the food, bring some class into the chaos. Have everyone pick a fake name and title. Bueller had “Abe Froman, sausage king of Chicago.”
Present everyone with an ironically formal meal. Tablecloths, vases of flowers, and wine glasses will be a lot of fun. Your local caterer should have everything you need to pull off this classic scene.
For party favors, provide guests with dark sunglasses which they should wear throughout the event. Suggest they wear their favorite 80s inspired outfit, especially leopard print vests. Disposable cameras are great party favors too because your guests will want to remember every moment.
Entertainment
The entertainment is the most important part of this event. Ferris Bueller is all about Carpe Diem so your guest should feel caught up in the moment. You don’t have to plan every second, but have a lot of options so that your guests are constantly entertained. Try these themed party games which are perfect for the Ferris Bueller party.
- Watch the movie: This classic film cannot be forgotten, but to make it more interactive add something new. Every time Bueller lies, Jeanie complains, people talk about Bueller’s “illness” or Cameron worries about something, have your guests do something funny like attempt a handstand, hug a neighbor or start singing “Danke Schoen.”
- Twist and Shout: This song has to at least be played. Better yet, have all of your guests join in a flash mob somewhere on campus, singing and dancing just like Bueller.
- Obstacle Course: Maybe your guests can’t scale fences and outrun dogs, but an obstacle course is totally doable. Mini trampolines and kiddy pools are perfect small-scale salutes to Bueller’s race back home.
- Best Excuse Contest: Hold a “Best Excuse” contest in honor of Bueller’s priceless “illness.” These can be made up on the spot or you can ask that everyone say one they’ve actually used. That could get interesting!
As your decorations, food and party favors give your Ferris Bueller party a fun vibe, your entertainment will give your guests something to smile about. The Ferris Bueller party theme is simple, playful and exactly what you need to start the semester off right. Depending on the activities you choose, this could be perfect for greek organizations to get to know freshmen or for an entire campus to relax before hitting the books. Either way, guests will love having a Ferris Bueller day off before getting back to school and you will be grateful for how easily this party theme can be pulled off.
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