The worst thing that could happen to a party you are hosting isn’t running out of drinks or food to serve, not even your ex showing up uninvited, it’s your guest getting bored!
Running out of snacks and uninvited guests are things that can be easily taken care of, while your guests constantly checking their watches and mobiles can be a nightmare!
Naturally, you will want your party to be an event that your guests are going to enjoy and talk about for ages after it’s over so, to ensure everyone does have a great time you need a few entertainment ideas in your arsenal.
Whether it’s a dinner party, office party, baby shower, birthday, or anniversary, every party needs good entertainment.
But you’re probably asking, which entertainment? With a multitude of party entertainment ideas out there, which one should you pick to make my party fun and memorable.
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered, we’ve listed out some of the best party entertainment ideas of 2022 so you can give your guests a party they would never forget, and earn yourself the title of the best party host in your circle of friends. Let’s begin!
LIVE MUSIC
If you’re looking for the best party entertainment idea live music is always a safe bet. It’s perfect for adding to the aesthetic you chose for your party. Be it modern, classy, vintage, country, or any other genre, choosing Live Music as your party entertainment will give you the flexibility to choose any theme you want, you just have to find a band that’ll fit your needs.
While it’s true that hiring some Live Bands can be expensive, there are plenty of cheaper options available as well. These days a dup or a soloist can make a big full sound with the equipment they have, just look at Ed Sheeran and his Loop Pedal so, if you only have a couple of hundred pounds you can still put on some Live Music. Of course, at the other end of the spectrum, Live Bands are available from the low hundreds up to tens of thousands of pounds and every price bracket in-between.
Chosen carefully, Live Music in most forms will enhance your party atmosphere and should guarantee that your guests have an amazing time.
If we’ve convinced you to get live music for your party entertainment but don’t know how or where to find one, we’ve got you covered! UK Live Entertainment offers free one-to-one consultancy to help you book the perfect band from our extensive roster of more than 800 professional live bands available for your party needs.
Tribute Acts and Bands
Hiring a tribute act or band to perform music by your favourite singers and bands is a great way to enhance your party and entertain everyone with the music and songs that they love.
There are tribute acts available of pretty much every famous singer or band, or comedian, too! Whether you want to go retro and have a Motown act or a Queen tribute band or come right up to date with an Ed Sheeran, or Billy Eilish, UK Live Entertainment will have an act for you.
Classic Party Games
If you’re hosting a small party at your home, going classic won’t be a bad idea, especially if you’re on a tight budget. Classic Party Games are “classics” for a reason, they’re popular, fun, and cheap, and you can play as many games as the duration of your party allows, but since there are a lot of party game ideas available, we’ve picked out a few that we think are the best.
- Charades
- Pictionary
- Twisters
- Cards Against Humanity
- Twenty Questions
- Two Truths and a Lie
Hire a Magician
Whether you are hosting a small cocktail party or a larger garden party event, a magician will always be a great attraction, and universally entertaining, too.
Maybe a friend is an amateur magician and won’t mind helping to entertain your guests or even show them how a few tricks are performed, you could hire a professional if you’re willing to pay, or look for a skilled street magician that’s willing to go a little lower with their talent fee.
Whichever you choose your guests are going to be amazed!
Comedy Night
Get your guests in stitches by hiring a comedian or two to perform a set during your party. If you and your friends enjoy stand-up comedy, this entertainment would be ideal for you.
A great idea if you’re hosting a large event with a big guest list, but still doable if you’re planning a small party too, just choose the right comedian that can perform to a small crowd.
If hiring a professional stand-up comedian may be a bit too pricy for you, scouting a local comedy bar would be a great idea to find some up-and-coming artists that might meet your price range. If you’re not familiar with comedians then do use a reputable agent like UK Live Entertainment to help you choose the perfect entertainers.
Circus Performers
Here’s a great party entertainment idea if you’re planning to host a large-scale carnival-themed party, Circus Performers! Adding a little bit of authenticity to your chosen theme is always a great idea, so why not go all the way?
Hire some Fire-eaters, Fire dancers, unicyclists, jugglers, gymnasts, contortionists, acrobats or other circus-style performers, they’ll bring colour and movement to your party and will be highly entertaining. Go crazy! Awaken your inner P.T Barnum.
Scavenger Hunt
Another great party entertainment idea, a scavenger hunt will get your guests running around your home and garden looking for clues and solving puzzles in a race to finish first and claim a prize, perfect for an outdoor type party, but will also work within the confines of your home, just make sure to hide the clues well and keep the puzzles hard for that extra challenge.
A scavenger hunt is a great way to engage your guests, and spark some competition amongst your friends.
Dancers
Another great party entertainment idea if you’re planning to host a party in a large venue is professional dancers. Whether you hire flamenco dancers, Bollywood, Can-Can, or some break dancers for that high-energy hip hop flair, or even a flash mob to surprise your guests, dancers are a great way to add some wow factor to your party.
DJ
A very popular party entertainment idea that will take care of itself is a DJ. They pretty much guarantee that your guests will be sweating and shaking on the dancefloor all night. A great way to get your guests out of their seats and have fun, plus a great party-music DJ with a wide range of songs can be flexible and will be able to fit any party theme you choose, or you could go for a specific music genre that you know your friends enjoy.
Some DJs will provide their equipment whilst others will require you to hire the equipment for them, be sure to clarify this when booking and also be specific about the duration of their performance and the actual playing times.
Funfair Stalls and Games
Get your guests excited, by setting up some funfair stalls and games. One of the best party entertainment ideas if you’re looking to host an outdoor party, also perfect if you’ve chosen to go with Carnival as your party theme, but the idea can be tailored to fit most parties.
Hire as many different funfair stalls and games as your venue can fit, and let your guests win some prizes for playing and winning.
Photo Booths/ Photo Shoots
Make your party truly unforgettable by taking pictures that will provide a lasting memory of the occasion.
One of the best party entertainment ideas, a Photobooth will keep your guests entertained while they wait for their turn to put on some wacky hats and take some photos that can serve as their keepsake from your party.
Hiring a professional photographer to do a photoshoot is also a great way to capture every moment of your party. Get your guests to dress up to your theme and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Murder Mystery
A unique party entertainment idea, Murder Mystery has become a really popular dinner party game.
But if you don’t know what we’re talking about, a murder mystery is a game usually done at dinner parties where the guests try to solve a mystery during the dinner through clues they will come across as the night progress. One participant will be secretly assigned the role of the murderer while the others take on other depending on the theme, and their job is to find the murderer before the night ends, while the murderer’s goal is to remain elusive.
It’s a great way to keep your guests engaged, it’s great fun, and perfect for guests who like to exercise their analytical minds, plus it works well for both small and large parties.
You can easily Google how to conduct a Murder Mystery party, or bring in a professional company with actors and let them manage the event for you.
Open Mic
Here’s an entertaining party option! If you know that some of your friends have some talent or another, an open mic night will be great fun for everyone and it’s cheap. All you need is a small sound system and microphone and an iPad to play music through, and you’re all set.
If some of your guests are a bit shy then give them something they can do in pairs or have some short funny poems they can read, anything goes!
Inflatables
Nobody said anything about inflatables being for children and provided you hire an inflatable that’s meant to cope with adults you’ll be fine.
If you’re planning an outdoor event, setting up some inflatable obstacle courses and games is the perfect party entertainment idea. Get your guests engaged and enjoying themselves and rediscovering the child in them selves.
Obstacle courses, sumo rings and suits, or anything at all, if you can think of it, there’s probably an inflatable game for it. Contact your local inflatable hire company, see what they’ve got and get their advice.
Karaoke
A good choice for most parties, and ideal for those aspiring singers amongst your guests, or even those that just want to sing regardless if they can carry a tune or not. A quick and easy way to entertain your guests, karaoke machines can give you fun and engaging entertainment without costing a fortune.
Let your guests sing their hearts out or make a competition out of it. Some karaoke machines have a built-in scoring system, so while it’s not accurate, you can still have fun taking turns trying to get the best possible score, and because you’ve saved up some money by getting a karaoke machine for your party entertainment. you can use the money to buy an amazing prize for the winner of your singing competition.
Cocktail Masterclass
If you’re hosting a party for your adult friends, the chances are there’s going to be a lot of drinking so, why not add a splash of class and a dash of artistry to your drinks and hire a professional bartender to teach a masterclass on mixology.
This party entertainment idea works great for a small party as the main entertainment but will also work well as a side entertainment for a larger event, be it formal or casual.
Find a local professional that offers a masterclass and let him teach your guests how to make their favourite cocktail.
Outdoor Cinema Party
If you and your friends are what you would call a “Cinephile” and just want to spend the time watching a movie while munching down on some popcorn, an Outdoor Cinema might be the best party entertainment idea for you. It’s perfect for long and casual parties and any age group, just make sure to pick a movie that every one of your guests will enjoy, maybe circulate a choice of movies via a WhatsApp group and get them to vote for the ones they would like to watch.
Giant Outdoor Games
It’s almost summertime and the only way to enjoy the weather is to go outside, and if you’re planning to do so, there’s no better party entertainment idea than setting up some giant outdoor games for your friends and family.
With a wide variety of games to choose from, you may need to consult your guests before choosing the ones to do. From giant Jenga, Twister, beer pong, bowling, chess and many others, you’ll be spoiled for choice.
just imagine how much fun you and your guest are going to have outdoors enjoying the sun, relaxing, and having the best of times.
Fortune Tellers and Psychics
If you and your guests are into astrology and similar things, hiring a fortune-teller to read your futures or a psychic to bring back a voice from the dead could be a blast! From palm readers and tarot-card readers to fortune-tellers and even top TV Psychics, there’s lots of mystical entertainment available and it will be a great way to entertain your guests.
If you are hosting a large event, hiring a fortune teller, a palm reader, or a card reader, as a side attraction would be very popular.
Best Party Entertainment Idea – Conclusion
Hosting a party is a task in itself, but regardless of the stress and anxiety planning it might give you, just remember that the purpose of your party isn’t to make it the best party of all time, it’s to be able to spend time with your dearest friends and family, being in each other’s company, catching up on stories about each other, and having fun doing it.
So we hoped this list of the Best Party Entertainment Ideas of 2022 helped you and that whatever you choose for your entertainment that yours will be the best party of 2022! Have fun!
