Winter Olympics Party

INVITATIONS

What a better way to spend a winter day than outdoors with fun party games! Vintage-style imagery, and the iconic Olympic rings make this an invitation all will remember. Check out B.Nute’s Winter Olympics Party invitations on etsy for details.

DECORATIONS

Get out flags from around the world, and set the stage, it’s time for a Winter Olympic party all will love! Below are some decorating ideas for your Olympics party.

Birthday Theme Party Ideas  >  Winter Olympics Party

No matter if it’s a Winter Olympic year or not, and Winter Olympics party is a fun to have! Skiing, bobsledding, skating and more... even if you don’t live where it snows, there are many pretend games that can be played to have your own mock Olympics. Or if it happens to be an Olympic year, throw a Opening Ceremonies viewing party! This party kit is hand designed with vintage sports imagery, evoking memories of the long history of the Olympics.

PICTURES FROM A WINTER OLYMPICS PARTY

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FOOD & DRINK

In keeping with the winter theme, yet having the menu simple for eating in from of the TV, serve some hearty beef stew in mugs. Add a plate or two of cut up veggies, crackers and cheese, and you’re set! If you’re up for it - along with the stew, set up a simple cheese fondue dish. Fondue is such a great winter treat! Have a bowl handy next to the fondue with cut up bread pieces. Many stores now sell pre-made cheese fondue packs, to make it even easier for you!

As for drinks, for the adults, how about an assortment of international beers, or a few bottles of wines from all over. For kids, you can repeat this theme by finding a few different sodas or juices from different countries. Try a store like Cost Plus World Market for a selection of both adult and children beverages.

ARTS & CRAFTS

Having kids over to enjoy the games? Pull out a small card table and let them create their own olympic medals. Depending on the age, precut some 3” circles in white cardstock. Punch a hole in the top and lay some red, white or blue ribbon out so they can string them once they are done. Now all you need is a few crayons or markers and let your kids’ imagination soar!

GAMES

Sometimes folks may need to get a little energy out during all those commercial breaks. Have some games ready to play when the time is right.

Live in snow country? How about a sledding race... or have a snowball contest. Who can throw the farthest? Who can throw with the best panache?

Live in a snowless place? No problem. have a fun skiing relay race. Get out some of your ski gear - 2 hats, 2 pairs of mittens, 2 goggles, 2 jackets, 2 scarves, etc. Set up 2 teams, with one set of clothes for each. Now each team races against each other. The catch-- each participant must put on all the ski gear, run to the next participant, take it all off, and give it to them to put on! Make sure to take pictures of the fun!

ENTERTAINMENT

This is an obvious one... watch the Olympic games on TV. If it’s not an Olympic year, rent some DVD’s of past years to relive the excitement.

GOODIE BAG

A goodie bag isn’t necessary, but if you’d like to give a gift, here’s a great book, “The Complete Book of the Winter Olympics, 2010 Edition, by David Wallechinsky and Jaime Loucky. It is filled with Winter Olympic facts any enthusiast would love!

TREATS

To round out the winter theme, serve some tasty hot cocoa and a few chewy brownies. Make sure to include an assortment of “condiments” for your hot cocoa – mini chocolate chips, marshmallows, whipped cream, and colored sugar sprinkles are always festive.

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Inspiration Board

1. Give Your Space that Cozy Lodge Feel with International Flair

Create your own opening ceremony parade by lining your walls with flags from several nations. No hallway? Hang the flags all around your TV room. There are plenty of places to buy flags online, or to save some money, just pick up a pack of construction paper and make your own. Fortunately, most countries have pretty simple flag designs to recreate!

Flags are great decoration, but also play up on the winter theme by accessorizing your TV room with a winter lodge feel– snowflakes on the windows, cozy throw blankets, candles or a nice warm file will do the trick!