Looking for a fun idea for your next big celebration? Why not make it a Hawaiian luau theme? Here are the top ten reasons why you should consider this festive tropical gathering for your next party.

1. You want to have a good turnout. Send your guests an invitation to a luau party and it will generate excitement and anticipation. You let them know that something interesting and unique awaits them when you build the celebration around a tropical theme. They will know that this event is not to be missed.

2. A luau theme is a real icebreaker. Greet your guests at the door with a flower necklace, present them with a tropical drink, and present them with a name tag in the Hawaiian language. Have everyone stand up for a hula lesson. Tiki torches, Polynesian food, and a little limbo game and watch the crowd laugh and mingle with ease.

3. It easily adapts to any occasion. You can plan a luau party for a sweet 16, historic birthday, bar mitzvah, or graduation. A Hawaiian theme is also a popular choice for weddings and anniversaries. No matter what you are celebrating, this idea would work for any event.

4. It appeals to all ages. You can plan a children’s party with a Hawaiian theme or transform it into an 80th birthday celebration. This is an especially good option if you are hosting a gathering of a mixed crowd with different age groups.

5. It is the middle of winter. That’s right, the colder months are the perfect time for this Polynesian treat. There is nothing like a celebration with a tropical theme to warm the audience. Turn up the thermostat. Decorate the interior with inflatable seashells, flowers, surfboards, umbrellas and palm trees. Put on some CDs of island music and mix coconut drinks. Thaw winter by going Hawaiian and your guests are sure to think your party is hot.

6. You are already planning a pool party. Take the waterside atmosphere to the next level by turning it into a luau theme. Add some Hawaiian music, place tiki torches around the pool, pin a hibiscus in your hair, and serve up Polynesian food for a memorable backyard event.

7. It is casual dress. Your guests will feel comfortable in sundresses, shorts, and those colorful Hawaiian shirts. Some people prefer to skip fancy parties, where they have to dress in formal wear. But with a luau themed party, everyone should feel comfortable in light and bright tropical clothing.

8. It is easy to put together. Almost all physical or online party stores carry luau themed supplies. Because you have so many options, it won’t be difficult to find decorations and gifts that you like.

You can quickly transform your party area by simply placing grass or raffia skirting on the front edge of the tables. Use artificial flower necklaces to create a tropical garland. Just cut them open and then tie end to end. Place pineapple, coconuts, and other tropical fruits in the middle of the table as a centerpiece. Then bring guests in their brightly colored Hawaiian-style clothes to complete the atmosphere.

9. You don’t have to spend a lot of money. Of course, you can go all out and dig an Imu hole for a pork roast or hire professional hula dancers. But you don’t have to go overboard to have a great party.

Instead, create your own Polynesian appetizer pupu plate. Hand out cheap hula skirts and artificial flower necklaces. Play a rented instructional video or DVD that teaches hula dancing. Borrow CDs of background music from the library island. Search for bargains online for the best deals on party supplies and luau gifts.

10. It’s fun! Yes, this is the kind of party that an erupting volcano cake deserves. Ukulele music, sassy Hawaiian t-shirts, guests trying to sway in grass skirts, tropical food and drink all create a lively and entertaining atmosphere. This is a celebration your guests will remember.

So the next time you plan a big celebration, go tropical. A Hawaiian luau themed party is great for any occasion, any age group, at any time of year. It doesn’t take a lot of money or effort. But best of all, it will be the fun island party that no one will forget.