With the new Pirates of the Caribbean movie taking over the screens, we’re guessing you have a little Jack Sparrow running around! Planning a pirate party is super fun and simple, and we have tons of ideas to help. So put on your eye patch, adjust the parrot on your shoulder, and let’s parlay…er, par-tay!
Pirate Party Decor
Transform your space into a swashbuckling scene with these easy and budget-friendly pirate party decorations! From DIY ship masts to creative backdrops, these simple ideas will have your crew feeling like they’ve set sail on the high seas.
🏴☠️ Do you have some old sheets laying around? The tattered the better! Repurpose them into an awesome pirate ship mast, or even create an entire ship for the perfect photo op.
🚢 What’s a ship without portholes? Create these super easy porthole decorations with nothing but cardboard, wax paper, bottle caps, and spray paint. These are great for turning your living room walls into a pirate ship!
🫰 Looking for a cheap backdrop idea? Look no further than a plastic tablecloth! Any striped tablecloth will do; just pick one that matches your party colors. You definitely can’t go wrong with red, black, and white. You could even use these for a ship mast if needed! Or, hey, as an actual tablecloth.
Pirate Party Food
No pirate party is complete without some creative and themed snacks to keep your crew fueled for adventure! From peg-leg pretzels to gold coin chocolates, these fun food ideas will have your guests eating like true buccaneers.
🥨 Get creative! Taking plain ol’ food and turning it into themed snacks is one of the best things about throwing a party. Like this idea for using pretzel sticks as a pirate’s peg leg… perfect!
🪙 Every pirate needs his or her gold! And chocolate gold is even better. Whether you choose to give a bag of “gold” as a party favor or just leave it out as a snack, your guests will treasure this treat.
🥕 Try these veggie swords for a healthy snack! All you need is carrots and cucumbers, and your dip of choice (if desired).
🖐️ Set out Little Smokies and label them as “Dead Mans Fingers.” This idea is a little morbid, but the pirate life isn’t for the faint of heart! And if you can find a way to incorporate Little Smokies into your party, you’re doing something right.
🌊 Don’t forget something to sip on! While pirates prefer rum, some Caribbean Sea Water will be just as great. (And maybe the older pirates can add their own rum!) Simply mix 1/2 gallon of Blue Hawaiian punch with 1 liter of lemon-lime soda.
Pirate Party Games and Entertainment
Give your crew an unforgettable adventure with these swashbuckling pirate party activities! Whether they’re hunting for treasure or battling with cannonballs, your guests will be part of an epic pirate tale.
🖌️ Set up a “Tattoo Parlor” where they can apply themed temporary tattoos. Pirate games and activities are the best part of the party! Before your guests enjoy the festivities, help them transform into a pirate.
🎨 For something more interactive, hire a face painter. They can apply pirate designs that even Davy Jones would love! Eye patches, hats, or swords can help complete the look.
🗺️ Gather your mateys for a treasure hunt! Fill a kiddie pool with sand and bury plastic jewels, rings, necklaces, and coins. Give each guest a “treasure map” and bucket, and let them start digging! The treasure map can be an easy guide to help them know what to look for. Try this free printable:
⚫ If your party is outside, we love the idea of a “cannonball” fight! Just fill black balloons with water and let the battle begin. Or you could play the classic “balloon toss” game instead. Have your guests team up in pairs, with a few cannonballs for each. The pairs should line up facing each other a few inches apart, then one person tosses a balloon to the other. Next, take a giant step back, and toss again. Sooner or later, someone is bound to get drenched!
🦜 What would a pirate party be without a visit from a real pirate? Get everyone into the swashbuckling spirit! Book a pirate to lead games, give sword fighting lessons, sing songs, and more!
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Megan is the Director of Customer Experience at GigSalad and has gained 9+ years of insight on what makes a great event on both sides of the booking process. Her favorite things include books, true crime podcasts, coffee, hiking, puns, and making people laugh.
These are great ideas!! nice photos really clear and so creative thank you for sharing