For pirates of all ages, shapes, and sizes there is little
better than a Jimmy Buffett themed birthday party for fun and play. Much more
than good music Jimmy Buffett has created a lifestyle all his own through his
music and with the enthusiastic support of his fans. His music isn't limited to
one genre and doesn't appeal to one specific culture, instead the appeal is
nearly limitless, which makes this a great theme for a birthday party that is
open to an audience of all ages though a firm favorite for celebrating the big
4-0 as the result of "A Pirate Looks at 40."
To pull off an excellent Margaritaville party blenders and ice are a must. The
next thing you need to worry about is food. Some great food ideas for a
Margaritaville themed party would be boiled shrimp, build your own
cheeseburgers' (in paradise of course), complimentary finger foods and fixings,
and a little bit of sponge cake and/or fruitcake probably wouldn't hurt things
at all. They would definitely work wonders to the Jimmy Buffett approved theme
of the party. If you are in serious need of inspiration for menu ideas check out
the menu at Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville Café.
If you are in the right climate and the weather is cooperative a patio or
backyard party is definitely the way to go. Decorate with tikki lights, shark
fins, flowers, coconuts, and any other tropical themes that capture your
attention and imagination. Be sure to put grass skirts on the tables you set up
with the fabulous foods, and place a nice tikki bar for serving the required
margaritas. You can also choose to serve non-alcoholic margaritas to the little
ones if there will be children in attendance and have them available for adults
that are driving or do not wish to partake. Have fun with the food and keep it
appropriate for a tropical or Jimmy Buffett theme.
Music is a must for this particular birthday party theme. You simply can't
recreate Margaritaville without the sounds of the town blaring out across your
speakers. You do not need to limit the music of the evening to Jimmy Buffett
though he should play a prominent role in the entertainment for the evening.
Other great sounds that will compliment the theme of the evening include the
Beach Boys, Bob Marley, and Bobby McFerrin. Of course use your imagination and
go with your taste. My personal preference would be a showcase of all things
Jimmy Buffett for the evening but that doesn't work for everyone.
Be sure to take measures to insure that everyone makes it home safely if you are
serving alcohol and work to make sure that everyone has a fun and memorable
evening in Margaritaville. You might want to include contests such as the
loudest "Hawaiian shirt" for extra fun or the most memorable flip-flops.
Remember the goal is to have fun and make sure that everyone attending has fun
also. If you have the equipment Jimmy Buffet karaoke is a must and video
recordings for future black mail and a recording of the revelry are also highly
recommended. All in all, Margaritaville is a place that many of us dream of
going to escape the every day. Wouldn't it be a great theme for a birthday party
that makes that day a little more special than the rest for everyone invited and
not just the one celebrating?
The next time you are lost for a great theme to add to your birthday party theme
inventory, consider the benefit to one and all of adding an evening under the
stars and on the sand to your plans. Margaritaville is the perfect setting for a
truly festive celebration no matter how old the pirate in your life may be. Just
remember to keep the saltshaker in sight at all times and the party should go
off without a hitch.
