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Themed events.

A room, a programme and a reason to bring people together. Choose a theme to start with, then build the evening around what your guests will actually do.

Adults 20+ under our business policy.

Start with the occasion.

A dinner theme works through table details and the pace between courses. A party can be built around movement, music and a shared focal point. The setting and the programme should support each other.

For a company gathering

Give us the purpose of the function: recognising a team, welcoming clients, closing a conference or celebrating the end of the year. We can shape the theme around a formal welcome, a seated meal, an interactive activity or time to meet people.

Company colours and campaign artwork can appear in a backdrop or signage. A consistent set of details will often carry the event further than a large number of unrelated props.

For a private occasion

Think about the guest of honour and the people coming. They might enjoy taking on a character, arriving in evening dress or joining a game-show round. You can also keep the theme in the room and leave the programme mostly open for conversation.

Our private event planning covers birthdays, anniversaries and dinner parties. The theme can be adjusted to a hired room or a suitable private space.

Find a starting point.

Each theme can be scaled to the venue, guest count and production budget. The programme and staffing are agreed alongside the décor.

Las Vegas & Monte Carlo

Casino-themed table entertainment with croupier-style hosts, an entrance feature and a coordinated décor palette. Open the tables after dinner or give them the main part of the programme.

Offline entertainment with play chips or points only. No money is staked; no cash or real-world-value prizes are awarded based on play. Event Information

Murder mystery

Character notes, clue stations and a host-led reveal turn dinner into a shared investigation. Choose how much guests are expected to perform and how the clues fit around food service.

Masquerade

Decorative masks, draped fabrics and chandelier-style details create a Venetian setting. A reception and seated dinner can carry the occasion, with a photo area near the entrance.

Great Gatsby & the 1920s

Art deco details, black and gold styling and vintage props give a dinner or party a defined visual direction. A welcome feature and table settings can carry the theme through the room.

Hollywood nights

A red carpet, photo wall and cinema-style lighting give guests a clear arrival moment. The programme can centre on speeches, an awards presentation or a celebration of a company milestone.

Retro parties

Choose the 1970s, 1980s or 1990s, then connect signage, furniture and lighting around that era. A disco ball or neon-style feature can define the room without making costumes compulsory.

Carnival & festival

Bunting, activity booths, festoon lighting and lounge areas create different places to gather. These formats need a considered floor plan, with outdoor weather arrangements agreed in advance.

Winter wonderland

White and silver details, fairy lights and alpine styling suit a winter gathering. Any artificial snow effect is discussed with the venue before inclusion because it can change cleaning and access requirements.

Tropical island

Palm decorations, bright florals and destination-inspired props work around a lounge or dinner setting. We can focus the styling on an entrance, bar surround or central photo area.

New Zealand-inspired

Scenic imagery, fern motifs and a location-led colour palette can reflect the setting of your gathering. Tell us the places and stories that are meaningful to your group.

Christmas celebrations

Seasonal table décor, trees and festive lighting can frame a staff dinner, interactive evening or end-of-year party. The running order leaves room for acknowledgements as well as entertainment.

Sports themes

Team banners, scoreboards and activity stations create a shared subject for colleagues and friends. Choose rugby, cricket or a mix of sports, with activities adapted to the room and the group.

Explore casino-themed evenings
Plum drapes, floral arrangements and table details for a themed dinner

Carry the theme through the evening.

Start with the arrival. Guests need to know where to go, where to leave belongings and when the programme begins. An entrance feature and a host introduction can establish the setting without requiring a complicated opening.

Next, connect the active parts of the event with the quieter ones. A clue between courses, a short quiz round or a change in lighting can move the programme forward. We leave time for guests to eat and talk.

The closing moment matters too: a mystery reveal, a final acknowledgement or a planned finish helps the event end as a whole. Setup and pack-down sit outside the guest experience and are agreed with the venue.

What changes the scope?

A theme is a starting point. The amount of design, equipment, staffing and coordination determines the production needed.

Room and access

We need to understand the dimensions, existing furniture, power and delivery route. Some venues already have lighting or a suitable backdrop; others need more brought in. We confirm what can be fixed, hung or placed before finalising the design.

Programme and people

A styled dinner needs a different team from a host-led mystery or a multi-station party. We name the coordination, hosts and any specialist performers in the written proposal so responsibilities are agreed before the event.

Compare starting budgets for styling, hosted activities and a larger production scope.

See themed event pricing

Choosing a theme.

Can we combine two themes?

Yes, if they work together for the occasion. A 1920s dinner can lead into casino-themed tables; an awards evening can use a Hollywood arrival. We recommend agreeing one main direction so the room and programme stay connected.

Do all guests have to dress up?

That is your choice. We can make the setting carry most of the theme or include an invitation dress suggestion. For character-based activities, we agree the expected level of participation in advance.

Can we organise our own catering?

Yes. Share the caterer’s timing, service style and contact details. We will plan entertainment breaks, room access and equipment positioning around food service.

Can a themed event take place outdoors?

Some formats can, subject to the site and weather arrangements. We need to review ground conditions, access, power and shelter. A wet-weather alternative and any additional hire costs are agreed before confirmation.

Do you provide performers and a photo area?

These can be discussed as part of the event brief. A performer, a staffed photo experience and a decorative photo backdrop are different services, so your proposal will identify the exact inclusion.

What should we send if we are still deciding?

Tell us the occasion, the approximate number of guests and any theme you definitely like. A description of the mood and activity you want is useful even without a chosen venue. We can talk through suitable options.

Which direction feels right?

Tell us the theme, occasion and the parts of the evening you would like help arranging.

If the venue or date is still open, tell us what you have in mind. A guest estimate and a description of the evening are enough to start a conversation.

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