Overview
Turn your next teen get-together into a dance party. Get your teen involved in the decorating and decision-making on what music to play, what food and beverages to serve and who to invite. Even more fun is to decorate around a theme such as disco, the 50s, hip-hop, etc. Everyone can dress up and you can serve food and beverages to represent that era.
Step 1
Choose a dance area. Consider how much space you will need. Move furniture out of a living room or use a garage or a backyard.
Step 2
Create a fun atmosphere with the proper lighting. Consider using a color scheme for the party and then change all the lightbulbs in the room to colored bulbs such as red, blue or green.
Step 3
Use strings of small white lights to create a festive feel. Hang the lights around window and door frames. Create a canopy with strings of lights hung crisscross across the ceiling; attach with thumbtacks or adhesive putty. Be sure the lights are secure so they don't fall down.
Step 4
Set up your music in one corner. Use a CD player and CDs. Choose the type of music you want. If you have a theme, choose music according to your theme. Also consider using your teen's favorite music. A karaoke machine is a fun alternative or can be used in between dances.
Step 5
Set up a refreshment area. Include plenty of seating. Cover one or two tables with tablecloths add finger foods such as chips, cut-up vegetables, fruit kabobs and dips and salsa. Include desserts such as cookies, brownies and cupcakes. Place napkins and small plates on the table. Set a garbage can at one end of the table.
Step 6
Fill a large galvanized container with ice. Place bottles of juice, sodas and water into the ice. Set at each end of the refreshment table. Have straws available and a recycling can if nearby.
