Bar and Bat Mitzvahs have changed an awful lot since we were kids. Celebrations that were once low-key dinners and receptions have become extravagant carnivals (sometimes literally). If you’re planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah that needs to be a hit with children and adults alike, here are 5 soon-to-be-trending Bar Mitzvah themes to get you started.

Classic Cool Bar Mitzvah Theme

These days what’s cool is what’s old. A vintage, “classic cool” Bar Mitzvah celebration will transport your guests back to a time when their grandparents were growing up. Whether your child decides to go for Mad Men style elegance or the flair of the 1920’s, through decoration, costuming and entertainment (this is one theme where a live band is a must), you can give your child a chic celebration with a level of grace and grandeur uncommon among the preteen crowd.

Pop Star Bar Mitzvah Theme

Whether your 12 year old is a rocker or a pop princess, music themed parties will always be a hit. Decorations in the style of favorite pop stars and an impersonator or two will get the kids excited for a long afternoon/evening of dancing and singing along. Make your daughter the star of the show by having an impersonator or local artist serenade her with a favorite song. Don’t forget to have the paparazzi there to make everyone feel like a star.

If rock is more your child’s style, have the hair gel and skull t-shirts ready to go so everyone has the chance to spike their hair and look the part. In this case, a live band is more appropriate than a DJ, especially if your child has the opportunity to join them for a song.

A word of warning: Be careful when planning a party around one particular artist. You never know when he or she may fall from grace.

Fantasy Bar Mitzvah Theme

As The Hunger Games and other popular fantasy movies continue to come out in droves, the fantasy theme will continue to grow in popularity. Whether your child is a mini Katniss or an Avenger in training, transform your venue into the hometown of their favorite film or book character.

There are already dozens of blogs and websites offering advice on the perfect Hunger Games themed party. Take that advice and personalize it for your child and venue. Pick and choose the decorations, costumes, foods and activities that will make your child’s celebration stand out from the crowd. Don’t forget to dream big. It is a fantasy, after all.

Brazil/Carnival Bar Mitzvah Theme

As the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics approach, Brazilian culture is going to be on display everywhere. For any child, but especially a sports fan, a Brazilian themed party will be different, exciting and full of the life and energy that many bar mitzvah themes lack.

Light up your celebration venue with the costumes, lights and music of Carnival. Serve Brazilian BBQ alongside traditional Bat Mitzvah fare. Hire samba musicians and dancers to give lessons and keep everyone moving. While a Carnival headdress may be a little extreme, putting the Bar Mitzvah kid in a personalized, bright yellow soccer jersey will make them look and feel like the star of the show all night long.

Social Media Bar Mitzvah Theme

Does your 12 year old always have her head buried in her smartphone? Embrace her love of Facebook and Twitter by creating a social media themed Bat Mitzvah bash. Allow friends and family members to tweet their best wishes onto video screen while others take pictures in an Instagram themed photo booth. While most guests will have their own accounts and technology, create accounts for grandparents ahead of time and have tablets ready so that they can add comments of their own.

Decorate using images of your child that have been run through Instagram filters and create banners featuring hashtags like #BarMitzvahBoy and #MazelTov. Don’t forget to end off with social media themed desserts (Marshmallow Peeps make perfect Twitter Icons, just make sure to use a kosher recipe).

Ready to host your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah at 583 Park Avenue? Contact Us today to get started. 

Bar and Bat Mitzvahs have changed an awful lot since we were kids. Celebrations that were once low-key dinners and receptions have become extravagant carnivals (sometimes literally). If you’re planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah that needs to be a hit with children and adults alike, here are 5 soon-to-be-trending Bar Mitzvah themes to get you started.

Classic Cool Bar Mitzvah Theme

These days what’s cool is what’s old. A vintage, “classic cool” Bar Mitzvah celebration will transport your guests back to a time when their grandparents were growing up. Whether your child decides to go for Mad Men style elegance or the flair of the 1920’s, through decoration, costuming and entertainment (this is one theme where a live band is a must), you can give your child a chic celebration with a level of grace and grandeur uncommon among the preteen crowd.

Pop Star Bar Mitzvah Theme

Whether your 12 year old is a rocker or a pop princess, music themed parties will always be a hit. Decorations in the style of favorite pop stars and an impersonator or two will get the kids excited for a long afternoon/evening of dancing and singing along. Make your daughter the star of the show by having an impersonator or local artist serenade her with a favorite song. Don’t forget to have the paparazzi there to make everyone feel like a star.

If rock is more your child’s style, have the hair gel and skull t-shirts ready to go so everyone has the chance to spike their hair and look the part. In this case, a live band is more appropriate than a DJ, especially if your child has the opportunity to join them for a song.

A word of warning: Be careful when planning a party around one particular artist. You never know when he or she may fall from grace.

Fantasy Bar Mitzvah Theme

As The Hunger Games and other popular fantasy movies continue to come out in droves, the fantasy theme will continue to grow in popularity. Whether your child is a mini Katniss or an Avenger in training, transform your venue into the hometown of their favorite film or book character.

There are already dozens of blogs and websites offering advice on the perfect Hunger Games themed party. Take that advice and personalize it for your child and venue. Pick and choose the decorations, costumes, foods and activities that will make your child’s celebration stand out from the crowd. Don’t forget to dream big. It is a fantasy, after all.

Brazil/Carnival Bar Mitzvah Theme

As the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics approach, Brazilian culture is going to be on display everywhere. For any child, but especially a sports fan, a Brazilian themed party will be different, exciting and full of the life and energy that many bar mitzvah themes lack.

Light up your celebration venue with the costumes, lights and music of Carnival. Serve Brazilian BBQ alongside traditional Bat Mitzvah fare. Hire samba musicians and dancers to give lessons and keep everyone moving. While a Carnival headdress may be a little extreme, putting the Bar Mitzvah kid in a personalized, bright yellow soccer jersey will make them look and feel like the star of the show all night long.

Social Media Bar Mitzvah Theme

Does your 12 year old always have her head buried in her smartphone? Embrace her love of Facebook and Twitter by creating a social media themed Bat Mitzvah bash. Allow friends and family members to tweet their best wishes onto video screen while others take pictures in an Instagram themed photo booth. While most guests will have their own accounts and technology, create accounts for grandparents ahead of time and have tablets ready so that they can add comments of their own.

Decorate using images of your child that have been run through Instagram filters and create banners featuring hashtags like #BarMitzvahBoy and #MazelTov. Don’t forget to end off with social media themed desserts (Marshmallow Peeps make perfect Twitter Icons, just make sure to use a kosher recipe).

Ready to host your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah at 583 Park Avenue? Contact Us today to get started.