Have you thought about throwing a royal theme party? This is one of the more popular theme parties and definitely one you should think about. If after reading this page, you would like a few more ideas on a related theme party then you should also see our princess party ideas!
Royal Party Invitations
Please don’t neglect your invitations just because we live in the age of Facebook. By sending out invitations you’re showing your guests you’re serious about a particular theme. For a royalty theme party i suggest you take a look on google images for some suitable pictures of the following before cutting them out and sending them to your guests:
1. Prince William and Kate
2. Prince Charming
3. The Queen
4. Henry VIII
5. Queen Elizabeth I
6. Tutankhamen
7. King Arthur
Also, as i hinted above, you should create a Facebook party group. When everyone can see just who is coming then more people will be likely to accept your invitation. You’ll also be able to keep everyone up to date on any changes to the original plan. But best of all you’ll have a place where you can upload all the parties photos and video footage at the end, tag everyone in them and you’ll all have a permanent reminder of your great day.
Royal Party Costumes
If you have a particular royal in mind then you should simply look for royal party costumes that will make you look like that royal.
Don’t forget there’s been many iconic kings and queens throughout the ages, you don’t have to dress as a modern monarch. Here are some iconic kings and queens for you to consider dressing as, all of which you can get a costume for at the link just above:
1. Henry VIII
2. Queen Elizabeth I
3. Queen Elizabeth II
4. Queen Victoria
5. King Alfred
6. Louis XVI
7. Marie Antoinette
8. King Tut
9. Boudicca – Warrior Queen
10. Cleopatra
You don’t even need to dress as a king or queen. How about a court jester, burger king or a beef eater.
If you would instead like to make your own costume then of course this will be a great money saver. Here are some of the things you will need:
1. A crown
2. Sceptre
3. Robe
4. Jewels
Royal Party Decorations
Like with any party, it’s the decorations that will really make your guests feel they’re in a theme party, so they are very important. The effort you put into your royal party decorations will make all the difference!
You should try and make your venue look like an authentic royal dining or banquet hall of old. You should pick and choose from the following ideas you like most:
1. Create a ballooned archway for your entrance. The best colors for a royal theme party are gold and black with green. You could also have a red carpet leading up to your entrance.
2. There are many wonderful life sized cut outs you can purchase online for quite cheap. Things like; suits of armour, carriages, actual kings and queens will really make a difference.
3. If you have a trumpet then hang it on the wall with your insignia hanging from it.
4. You will need a single long table for your banquet. Your cutlery and plates should be silver and preferably old fashioned. You could have the old fashioned drinking goblets too. In fact i urge you to go all out with the drinking goblets and get the real goblets made from iron. These will last you far beyond your royal theme party and are great to use whenever you feel like some beer.
5. If you have any swords or medieval weapons then place them on display.
6. Place lots of candles around the room and have them lit at intervals. If you have any lanterns then you should use those too. Don’t use the lights during the party.
7. You should have a couple of thrones; one for the king and one for the queen. The king and queen should be seated at both heads of the banquet table.
Royal Party Music
Your music is very important along with your decorations to make people believe they’ve traveled back in time and are feasting with royalty. There’s nothing i can recommend to you more than this royal party music which will really set the scene!
Royal Party Food
You really should make a big big effort with your meal. It really should be a banquet fit for a king. First of all, you really should have a large rectangular banquet table, this is what will really make the difference. You should also have large centrepieces at various intervals along the table. Spread candles in silver candlestick holders along the table too. All plates and cutlery should be silver. You also should really go for the big medieval style goblets.
You should make the menu medieval. Write down what the court guests are having and then roll it up in a scroll. If you like you can singe the edges to make it look older and more medieval.
Make sure you place huge centrepieces of fruit on the table. Remember that grapes were very popular! This fruit selection will make a very good starter. Remember that royal banquets take many hours to complete. The meal really is the main part of the party. So take your time and get it right.
Consider having a roasted hog spit roast! If not to eat then at least for a display. Don’t forget to stick an apple in its mouth!
It should be old and traditional food on the menu. There should be lots of bread and beef! Cheese platters should also be laid out. Try and be creative and remember that presentation is everything.
Royal Party Drinks
Well you’ve already got your goblets! Now you need to keep them topped up to the brim with ale!
For many similar and complimentary suggestions, you should also read these medieval party ideas! The medieval party has many complimentary themes, for example the costumes, food and drink can be used for either theme.
