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July 31, 2014

How to Plan a Luau

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As the Women’s Pastor of our church, one of the fun things I get to plan is our Annual Ladies’ Luau.  A Luau is a fun and festive theme for just about any type of summer celebration or social gathering. The bold colors and upbeat ambiance of a tropical oasis are vibrant and energetic, and for the person hosting the parties, there are plenty of ways to flawlessly execute this theme, even if you are on a budget.  Since ours is a ministry related event, keeping cost at a minimum is imperative.  I thought I’d share my tips with you on how to plan a luau, so you can save when you throw your own!

How to Plan a Luau

First, it’s easy to save on décor!  Planning ahead will enable to save and wait for shipping!

  • Use a fun banner to draw the party goers to your location.
  • Consider getting a Luau Kit from a distributor like Celebrate Express. These prefabricated boxes contain a mix of various popular luau items and they really do take a lot of the guess work out of decorating.
  • Want to pull it all together on your own?  Make some oversized paper flowers and decorate the focal table with natural raffia table skirt with flowers and a cheap plastic table cloth.
  • Set out small white buckets with luau party mints for guests.
  • Flower leis  and inflatable beach ball are great for decorating, too, plus you can use them as party favors.
  • Use beach ball paper weights and blank index cards to make your own display signs to identify food or provide instructions for guests.
  • Pick up brightly colored paper products and plastic table cloths at your local dollar store to finish off the tables.

Luau Supplies from Celebrate Express

 

The food can be as simple, or as elaborate, as you want.

  • Don’t want to spend time prepping?  Order pizza and have soda on hand.
  • Fruit is a quintessential item at a luau – don’t forget the pineapple!
  • Paper umbrellas can make drinks, or cupcakes, a lot of fun.
  • Put snacks in beach pails with plastic shovels for serving
  • Try to stick with finger foods or items that can facilitate socializing and movement. If food is portable, your guests are more likely to mingle.

Location, location, location…

  • If you have a pool in your backyard, you’re set.
  • If not, consider renting the local community pool for your party.

Last, but not least. Encourage your guests to dress up for the occasion. Hawaiian shirts and grass skirts are only appropriate for certain events, so take advantage of the opportunity to let your wardrobe fit in with the party theme. In order to drum up participation, offer a prize to the person who has the most spirited attire.

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Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: celebrate, gift ideas, howto, luau, party

About Virginia

Hi there! My name is Virginia, and I am the author/owner of That Bald Chick. I am a Christian, wife, mother of three, full time homemaker, homeschooler, and ministry volunteer in addition to being a blogger. In my free time *cough* I enjoy reading, writing, taking walks with my family, and listening to music.

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  1. Linda Hammon says

    July 31, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    I like your ideas! You make it sound so easy. The beach ball paperweight is pretty cute too. This kinda makes me want have a Luau myself!

  2. kristin says

    August 8, 2014 at 1:46 am

    Oh how fun!! We have had a big luau and it was so fun to do! Loved these ideas.

  3. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    August 8, 2014 at 7:07 am

    I threw a luau once, but I feel like it ended up being lame. Love all of your ideas.

  4. Jeanine says

    August 8, 2014 at 8:10 am

    This is awesome! I am hoping to dlva luau theme for my Birthday next summer so I need to bookmark this! I wanted to do it this summer but completely didn’t give myself any time to plan! This is fab thank you!

  5. Jenn says

    August 8, 2014 at 9:51 am

    Aw, Luaus are so much fun!! We used to have them every once in a while but we stopped when we took our above ground pool down.

  6. Terry says

    August 8, 2014 at 10:08 am

    I love a Luau and have been to many as well as had a couple parties of my own. You make me wish I wouldn’t have sold all my decorations for a Luau.

  7. Betsy says

    August 8, 2014 at 11:04 am

    I LOVE luaus! They are so much fun and a good excuse to get good friends together.

  8. Chrystal says

    August 8, 2014 at 12:36 pm

    Soooo cute. I wanted to do a pool party luau with kiddo but we can’t seem to get around the rain. She spotted some stuff at the Dollar Tree and begged for us to have a pool day.

  9. Janel (A Mom's Take) says

    August 8, 2014 at 12:46 pm

    Your Luau sounds like a lot of fun. I’m always ready party, especially Hawaiian style.

  10. Liz Mays says

    August 8, 2014 at 1:12 pm

    I’ve never thrown a luau party, but now I think I should. It would be so much fun with all the decor!

  11. Debi says

    August 8, 2014 at 1:48 pm

    What a super fun party! I love this idea. I bet you all have a great time.

  12. Melinda says

    August 8, 2014 at 4:40 pm

    what a fun idea. my friend’s daughter had a luau party with a hula dance instructor, so much fun

  13. Shop with Me Mama (Kim) says

    August 8, 2014 at 5:02 pm

    My sister has her birthday in the summertime, and one of her parties was this theme. It was SO much fun! Great ideas!

  14. Dawn says

    August 8, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    These are great tips. I love all the fun accessories you put together for Laua time. Now all you need is a pit to smoke your pig in.

  15. April says

    August 8, 2014 at 6:15 pm

    What a great idea! Luaus are so much fun especially by the pool!

  16. Veronica says

    August 8, 2014 at 7:03 pm

    Luau themed parties are always so much fun! Thanks for the great tips and ideas

  17. Debbie Denny says

    August 8, 2014 at 8:54 pm

    Love your ideas. Luaus are a lot of fun.

  18. Jennifer says

    August 8, 2014 at 9:38 pm

    Great ideas! Epic islet about getting your guests to dress up. Encouraging them to dress up and get into the theme instantly will set the mood for a great party.

  19. Chrysa says

    August 8, 2014 at 10:14 pm

    That is such a fun party theme. There are so many fun ways to decorate and I like pineapple anything – which goes great a luau!

  20. Felicia says

    August 8, 2014 at 10:55 pm

    This is adorable. I also appreciate that it can be great without have elaborate foods.

  21. Carly from The Puzzled Palate says

    August 9, 2014 at 12:25 am

    What a fun idea for a party! I am such a dork about themed parties- I have never thrown a Luau….

  22. Shell says

    August 9, 2014 at 8:10 am

    What a fun idea for a party! Love your ideas!

  23. Rosey says

    August 9, 2014 at 9:27 am

    All of the items mentioned are affordable and easy to find too. I think a little luau party would be fun in the summer (for kids or adults)!

  24. Christie says

    August 9, 2014 at 1:05 pm

    Can I come to yours? Seriously, I love any themed party, sounds like a great time!

  25. Lauren (Lolo) says

    August 9, 2014 at 2:54 pm

    So many fun supplies! I love that table skirt!

  26. Ann Bacciaglia says

    August 9, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    I would love to go to a Luau. They look so much fun. Thanks for sharing these great tips.

  27. Janell Poulette says

    August 9, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    What a fun party! Thanks for sharing your tips.

  28. Marina says

    August 9, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    Great tips! That sounds really fun.

  29. Brett says

    August 9, 2014 at 9:42 pm

    Luaus are so much fun! Thanks for these great ideas.

  30. Rachael says

    August 10, 2014 at 12:28 pm

    A luau sounds like fun for a party. I love your ideas.

  31. Shannon Gosney says

    August 10, 2014 at 11:40 pm

    I love luaus! This is a great list when it comes to planning a luau!!

  32. Camesha says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:03 am

    This sounds like a good time. That would have been a great theme for my daughters birthday last month!

  33. Krystal says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:03 pm

    Luaus are so fun! They are a great party theme and the bright colors make it easy to plan.

  34. mommy2jam says

    August 14, 2014 at 5:06 am

    This looks like a lot of fun. I can tell how much work and effort you put into this. I love Luau’s and the decorations are just so spot on.

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