In Life
by Devon Abelman
One of the biggest rites of passage in a teens’ life is turning 16! Many teenagers will plan this special event for months beforehand with their families to have an epic celebration.
There is a lot that goes into planning any Sweet 16 party. But do not despair. We have gathered the best top 10 cool Sweet 16 Party ideas that you can use to be certain the day is special for your teen.
10 Cool Sweet 16 Ideas
A Sweet 16 party should reflect things that your teenager adores or is passionate about. There are various ways you can create one of these amazing parties, either by having it at your own home or booking a venue. Here we share ideas on both at home parties and venues to help you determine which one will be the best for your adolescent.
At Home Sweet 16 Party Ideas
There is no doubt about it that having a party at home is a great way to save money. You will not have to pay for a location, and you can really hone in on what your child likes. Consider any one of the following ideas to make your teens’ day extra special. (We have an entire guide on sweet 16 party ideas at home, you can check it out here)
Sleepovers
A sleepover is a great way for your 16 year old to celebrate their huge milestone. You can make it as intimate as you like, inviting as many or as few as you like.
If space is an issue, plan for the kids to sleep in tents or under the stars. If your group is small enough, you can arrange pillows and sleeping bags on a large trampoline for an instant bed.
Allow your child to pick the food and beverages they like. Maybe they will decide to go with a color theme, such as all pink or purple foods. Or maybe they want to have a dessert bar or order pizza, have a taco bar, or simply just snack all night.
Pool Party
If you have your own pool, why not host a pool party for the birthday gal? Send out invites for a Sweet 16 pool party. Plan for a meal if you like, or just have a cool treat such as an ice cream bar. If you do not want the mess of that, have an ice cream truck swing by so each friend or family member can pick their own special treat. Or you may opt for having an ice cream cake too.
Masquerade Ball
Green, purple, and gold are the colors of a great masquerade ball. Pass out beads, play lively music, and invite each person in attendance to decorate a mask prior to showing up. You can even vote on the best mask!
Spa Party
Who does not like getting pampered, especially when they are being celebrated? Before the big day, purchase spa items such as facial masks, nail polish, lotions, deep hair conditioners, lip scrubs, and robes for everyone. Have a healthy snack bar or make smoothies for everyone while being pampered.
Movie Party
Either an indoor or outdoor movie party is a great way to celebrate a 16 year old. Let the birthday girl pick her favorite movies, then stock up on soda, sparkling water, popcorn, and candy.
Alice in Wonderland Party
If your teen loves Alice in Wonderland, why not throw them a Alice themed Sweet 16 complete with tea, tea sandwiches, and other appetizers.
Sweet 16 Party Venue Ideas
Venues are great ways to plan a Sweet 16 party. With our list, you can be certain that your teen will have the best time with family and friends.
Glamping
Camping is a fun experience in itself, but for a Sweet 16, why not try glamping? Many teens are not too keen on wanting to rough it in the wild, or even at a campground. There are many cabins that can be rented at campgrounds, or if you have your own camper, you can have your child invite friends to sleep in it. Plan for smores, star gazing, go on a scavenger hunt, or do rock painting.
Roller Skating Party
Take your teen and her besties to the local roller skating rink and let them skate the night away. Be sure to have the rink announce the arrival of the birthday gal so everyone knows it is her special day.
Escape Room
Escape rooms are very popular right now. What better way to celebrate a 16 year old than to let them take friends and pick which room they hope to escape from.
Pet Party
If your teen is all about animals and giving, why not throw a Sweet 16 at your local animal shelter? Your teen and their friends can spend an afternoon volunteering taking dogs for walks, playing with kittens, or bathing pups. This is a great way to make memories for your child and her friends while doing something good for the community.
