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Hollywood Themes are popular and fun for many types of events such as weddings, proms, birthday parties, rehearsal dinners and more. The key to a successful event is to have a detailed plan before you start purchasing decor, willy nilly.

There are many different avenues you can take when hosting an event with Hollywood themes. You could use an:


Here, you will find suggestions and ideas to help you come up with a decor plan for your movie themed event.

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Roll Out the Red Carpet and Bring on the Paparazzi

What's a movie theme or Hollywood theme without a red carpet and paparazzi?
The entrance to your event sets the stage for the rest of the decor. Glam it up!

Red Carpet' Sidewalk Runner Hollywood Paparazzi Each

Start with an Elegant Invitation

Movie Themed, Of Course

Invitations are the beginning of a themed event. They set the tone for your wedding or event, let your guests know where you will be taking them. Choosing elegant invitations for your Hollywood theme from a traditional printer can be expensive, but the internet has given us a world of options. At Zazzle, you can design your own invitation from scratch or choose a template from one of the talented shop owners and customize it to your liking.

There are no minimums for your order, no set-up fees and you can re-order any quantity at any time -- no penalties. Check out some of the movie theme invitations below. Click on an image for more information.

<Retro Movie Ticket Invitations invitation Golden Ticket Invitations on Gold Sparkle Paper invitation
Theatre Ticket Wedding Invitation invitation Theatre Ticket RSVP Card invitation
Cinema Square Invitation invitation Cinema Save-The-Date Postcard postcard

Consider choosing a specific movie to theme your event after. It narrows the choices and may make your decorating easier.
To Kill a Mockingbird

Table Decor I

Themed Centerpieces are a Must

For any themed event, you continue your theme through the decor. Centerpieces, favors, table name/number holders and more are all a part of the decor. A movie theme has a plethora of options when choosing table decor. Clapboards, film cannisters, film, Oscar-like statues, memorabilia from the movie, photos of celebrities, popcorn boxes, replica movie camera and more.

If you are going for a vintage feel, consider using top hats, long gloves, pearls, tuxedos, black and white photos, old movie posters and the like for your inspiration. Below are some ideas to get you started!

Movie Camera Desk LampTrophy Centerpiece Hollywood Studio Clapboard & Reel Centerpiece
MegaGold Premiere Centerpiece Clapboard Picture Frame Large Popcorn Boxes



*Remember - Centerpieces don't have to be already put together. Choose items that will reflect your theme and group theme together to create your own, unique centerpiece.

Use themed items for utilitarian purposes too! Like the top hat ice bucket below. Set it on your table with a bottle of wine in it and add gloves, a 5" x 7" acrylic frame with a movie poster image and you have a centerpiece!

Grasslands Road 5-Inch by 11-1/4-Inch Top Hat Ice Bucket

Table Decor II

Table Names, Favors, and more...

Name your tables instead of numbering them. They could be named after:

  • Movies
  • Celebrities in general or vintage movie stars or stars from your chosen movie
  • Places/Cities in your chosen movie
  • Named after another element from the movie such as song titles from the soundtrack or Character names

Display them on Clapboards using plate holders to stand them up and filling out the pertinent info with chalk. If you name the tables after movies, use a picture frame to hold a copy of the movie poster, if tables are named for places/scenes/cities, use still pictures from the movie or pictures of the cities. Use themed clip holders to display the names (or even numbers if you choose that route). You get the idea.

5 Clear Plastic Easels or Plate Holders - Pkg of 12 Easels to Display Plates, Pictures or Other Items



Hollywood Movie Studio Director Clapper Clap Board Sign



Clapboard Style Placecard Holder



Favors give your guests a reminder of a lovely evening to take home with them. A photo with a frame, magnet or some other small gift is also an appropriate way to say "Thank You" for coming.

Clapboard Keytag Each Cell Phone Charm Lights Camera Actioneach
Hollywood Clapboard Tin Container Each Unimprinted Clapboard Frame Each

Film, Canisters and Accessories Are a MUST

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Add some Sparkle with Confetti on your Tables

Confetti is a fun way to add some sparkle to your table. The mylar material will play off the lighting and add to the glamor!
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Setting the Stage...

or the Room, if you will

When rehearsing, actors like to stay "in character". At a movie theme party, the room decor should keep your guests believing they are at a real premiere party, the Academy Awards or at a wrap party for a certain movie. You "set the stage" for your event by using room decor and vignettes to keep them "in character".

Make your own Oscar type cut-outs, a custom lighted Hollywood Marquee for your entrance, a stage or behind the scenes director's area with megaphone, chair, camera and light props to continue the theme:

'Director' Megaphone - Small Gold Medal Short Director's Chair Movie Camera Each Hollywood Pizzazz Arch Each Night At The Premiere Arch Each

Cocktails and Hors 'deourves

Standard Fare at a Movie Party

Hollywood BuffetA cocktail and hors 'deourves event is perfect for Hollywood Themes. Mixing and mingling and networking is a big part of Hollywood life. Consider creating a buffet of heavy appetizers for your menu. This allows everyone to eat what they like as well as "see and be seen" as they enjoy your event.

Decorate your buffet table (buffetscape) with movie props like clapboards, Oscars, confetti and paparazzi cameras. Your guests will love it!

I use SmartDraw Visual Processor to make my detailed floor plans.

It's all in the Details

Make a Plan

Table CenterpieceHosting a successful wedding or event is a gargantuan task. Planning is key. If the details are attended to, your guests will likely remember the event for years to come. It's the small details that bring your theme to life and transport your guests to the time or place you desire.

Drawing a detailed floor plan and deciding exactly what you want where will help you pull off the theme. Don't just start buying decorations without a plan. It will end up looking hodge podge and unorganized. For more ideas and suggestions for your decor plan, visit these articles:

Event Decor | What is a Vignette?
How to Choose Wedding Centerpieces
How to Decorate a Buffet - Buffetscapes

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  • Philippians468 Mar 30, 2011 @ 10:37 pm | delete
    i think a nice little Oscar trophy would be a good door gift, coupled with some nice popcorn (i like mine sweet), and a dash of glittery glamor would do the trick! cheers
  • JeremiahStanghini Feb 18, 2011 @ 4:20 am | delete
    I've never been to an Oscar party, but I bet it'd be pretty fun.

    With Love and Gratitude,

    Jeremiah
  • RealityTV Feb 14, 2011 @ 4:24 pm | delete
    My daughter is getting married soon. (by that; I mean within the next couple of years...as long as I can put it off; lol). I am getting great ideas for rehearsal dinner and wedding themes though looking at your lenses!
  • DecoratingforEvents Feb 14, 2011 @ 4:28 pm | delete
    Thank you for your kind words and blessings. Let me know if I can help!! Done a lot of weddings in my time. Any info I can pass on to help, I will!
  • AddaptAbilities Feb 7, 2011 @ 2:43 am | delete
    There are some really creative decorating ideas here. I've never been into the Oscars, but if I were, I'd visit this lens before hosting my party :)
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