A Nautical Theme Party

Get ready to set sail for a good time by hosting a nautical theme party. Whether your event is onboard or in your home, a nautical party theme is guaranteed to be both classic and fun. Read on for our favorite ideas for invitations, activities, food, and party decorations.

Nautical Theme Party Invitations

Here are some suggestions for nautical themed invitations you can make:

An Invitation with a Little Extra -- Add a touch of sand or a few tiny shells as ocean confetti to any invitation for an extra special surprise. You might also address your envelopes to "Shipmates ________ & _________"

Invitation in a Bottle -- Write your party information on a piece of white or eggshell colored stationery, roll it up, and insert it into a clear bottle. For an extra touch, add some sand and small shells. If possible, seal the bottle with a cork. These invitations should be hand delivered or mailed in padded envelopes.

Nautical Party Invitation Wording -- Wondering what to say on a nautical party invitation? Consider these options:

• "Anchors Aweigh! Join us for a Nautical Theme Party to Celebrate ________."
  
• "Ahoy, Mates! Join us for an Ocean of Fun"
  
• "Fun Ahoy!"

**General Invitation Tips** -- If you choose to make your own invitations, don't forget to include the date, location, and time of your party. It is also helpful to put the host's name, RSVP by date, and either your phone number or email.

Nautical Party Decorations

• Model Ships (Make beautiful table centerpieces)
  
• Starfish, Shells, and Sand Dollars (Look great around candles on the table)
  
• Driftwood
  
• Glass Floats
  
• Nautical Lanterns
  
• Model Light Houses
  
• Nautical Signal Flags
  
• Nautical Bells
  
• Seagulls
  
• Ships in Bottles
  
• Cruise Ship Signs
  
• Life Preservers (Hang one on your door with a welcome message for your party)
  
• Captain's Wheels
  
• Fishing Net
  
• Oars
  
• Life Vests
  
• Anchors
  
• Captain's Hats (also make great gifts for the guest of honor)
  
• Shell Shaped Serving Bowls
  

Here is some tableware from Shindigz that would be perfect for a nautical theme party:

Nautical Deluxe Party Kit

Nautical Theme Party Activities

Music -- Great music can set the tone for your party. At a nautical party, you might consider playing Caribbean style music, Jimmy Buffett music, reggae, or making your own nautical theme playlist. There are lots of great songs out there about the ocean. Here's some sailing music to get you started:

• The Southern Cross -- Crosby, Stills, and Nash
  
• Sailing -- Christopher Cross
  
• A Pirate Looks at 40 -- Jimmy Buffett
  
• Orinoco Flow -- Enya
  
• Son of a Son of a Sailor -- Jimmy Buffett
  
• Sailing Life -- Eric Stone
  
• White Flag -- Dido
  
• Sitting on the Dock of the Bay -- Percy Sledge
  

Dancing -- If you have music, why not have dancing? Designate an area for couples to sway the night away. Make it even more special by hanging twinkle lights or setting up tiki torches.

Tug of War -- Use a thick ship rope for a classic bout of Tug of War

Beach Blanket Bingo -- Play bingo, elaborating on the name a little to fit your party theme!

Fishing Game -- If your party is one where you are giving out awards or favors, set up a fishing game to make it fun. Fill a kiddie pool with coded envelopes containing a paper clip or other magnetic piece of metal. Then tie a magnet to a string and a fishing rod, broom handle, or yard stick. Have your guests "fish" for a favor, and award them the prize that corresponds to the code or number inside the envelope that they hook.

Nautical Party Favors

• Rope Sailor Bracelets
  
• Monkey Fist Rope Keychains
  
• Lifesaver Candies
  
• Nautical Wine Glass Charms

  Nautical Luggage Tag Favors

  Starfish Wine Bottle Stoppers

  Mini Wooden Sailboats

  

  
  Nautical Theme Party Food and Drink Ideas

  The best choices for food at a nautical theme party involve seafood. Here are some of our favorite menu items:

  APPETIZERS

  • Shrimp Cocktail
    
  • Clams Casino
    
  • Clam Chowder
    
  • Lobster Bisque
    

  MAIN COURSE ITEMS -- Accompany any of these with a green salad and some crusty bread, and you will be all set.

  • Stuffed Flounder
    
  • Shrimp Scampi
    
  • Pasta with Pesto and Shrimp
    
  • A Lobster Bake!
    

  DRINKS

  • Punch served in a bowl with toy boats floating on top
    

  • Blue Ocean Punch -- Dissolve a packet of blue Jell-o in two cups of hot water. Mix in two cups each of sugar, cold water and pineapple juice. Freeze until just before use, then mix with Sprite or ginger ale for a bubbly ocean-blue treat.
  Hope you found some helpful nautical theme party ideas on this page. Enjoy the party!

  

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