Holi party ideas to make the day memorable
Holi is one of the most fun festivals that is celebrated all over India with zeal and zest. It is the perfect time of the year to sing, dance, and engage in gulal fights while gorging on loads of yummy delicacies. If you are planning a Holi party with your friends and family, then here are some ideas that will elevate the entire experience.
Pick a party theme with Holi-special music
Plan a quirky and fun theme for your Holi party. The safest bet is to have a Bollywood-themed party as there are plenty of Bollywood songs that you can add to your playlist and get your guests grooving. You can also arrange for a dhol group--the combination of songs and dhol is just unbeatable. You can even have a kiddie corner.
Think of the dress code
Set a proper dress code for your Holi party and inform your guests about it. You do not want anyone wavering from the theme. White is the most iconic color to wear on Holi as it offers the perfect canvas for various colors. You can either go ethnic or modern casual, depending on what you think your guests would like to wear.
Spruce up the space with bright and colorful decor
If you are planning to host your Holi party at home, then touch up the decor. Add brightly-colored decor pieces and carpets. However, do this only if you won't be playing colors indoors. You can add some lighting as well. If you are planning an outdoor party, on your terrace or lawn, then spruce up the place with multi-colored paper lanterns, streamers, and balloons.
Arrange some delicious food and colorful beverages
Arrange for some food and colorful beverages and keep them handy so that your guests can have a bite when they want. You can also prepare some colorful mocktails and the traditional thandai that is a favorite on Holi. Also get some traditional Holi sweets like gujiyas, laddoos, malpua along with delicacies like pav-bhaji, chole bhature, dahi bhalle, and different varieties of chaats.
Go organic and pick your favorite Holi colors
You obviously need colors, so get some gulal and flower petals. However, ditch those chemically-infused harmful colors and go for organic colors that are prepared with natural ingredients. Have a mix of red, pink, blue, purple, yellow, and green colors. Keep some pichkaris handy for your guests. Also, set up a funky photo booth with a colorful background to set the ambiance.
