10 Epic Roaring 20s Party Ideas for a Classic Jazz Age Team Celebration

Adding the right theme can elevate your team get-together from drab to fab. While holiday parties and happy hours are enjoyable, why not try something more thematic? Recreating a roaring 20s party can bring the lively flair your workplace needs, transforming your event into a memorable and exciting experience. Though the roaring 20s happened a century ago, it makes a perfect backdrop for your office party with jazz, flapper dresses, and speakeasies. 

To save you endless hours of brainstorming, we have curated a list of roaring 20s party ideas to host a bee’s knees office party. From thrilling games and activities to decors and attires, we have something for everyone. Let’s dive in.

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What is a Roaring 20s Party?

A Roaring 20s party is a themed event that captures the vibrant and glamorous spirit of the 1920s. Guests dress in the best 1920s attire such as flapper dresses, pinstripe suits, hats, and accessories like feathers, pearls, and fedoras. They can also enjoy themed cocktails and gourmet food, with classics like the French 75 and finger foods to capture the period’s essence. The party may also include activities like mixology classes, costume contests, 1920s trivia, and dance-offs to keep the energy high throughout.

10 Roaring 20s Party Ideas to Jazz up Your Team Events

Celebrating a roaring 1920’s themed party is sure to get your whole team geared up for a roaring good time. Check out these 10 roaring 20s party ideas for your team to embrace the glitz and glam of the 1920s in style. 

1. Sip on Jazz Age Cocktails

Happy hours were all the rage in the roaring 1920s. So, why not host a vintage cocktail party for your teams? While champagne reflects the decade’s style, we think the smartest way is to have a bespoke menu of iconic prohibition-era cocktails. You can include Mint Julep, Gin Rickey, Sidecar, French 75, Planter’s Punch, or other cocktail concoctions. For an extra dose of authenticity, head to a speakeasy-style bar where the ambiance and classic drinks will transport everyone back to this bygone age. 

For remote teams, bring the roaring 20s spirit directly to your workplace with a Mixology Class from Hooray Teams. An expert bartender will help you and your team craft 3-4 classic cocktails while sharing interesting tips and tricks. Each participant will receive a Mixology kit with 50 ml bottles of liquor, syrup, fruit garnish, and edible glitter. They also provide the option to make custom requests based on beverage or dietary preferences.

🍹Bonus tip: For, non-alcoholic drinkers, offer mocktails like Shirley Temple or Virgin Mary garnished with fruits and herbs. 

2. Nail a Set of 1920s Trivia Questions

If you want to test your team’s 1920s wits, consider playing a trivia game as one of the roaring 20s party ideas. Challenge your team with questions related to historic events, political figures, prohibition and speakeasies, jazz musicians, or silent movies.

Remote  teams can join Hooray Teams hosted Virtual Trivia game to enjoy a fun session from the comfort of their homes. A dedicated host will quiz you and your team across 4 – 5 rounds of fast-paced trivia questions. Is your team interested in focusing on any specific topic like pop culture or fashion of the decade? They can tailor the event based on your team’s preferences. 

📚Bonus tip: Include picture rounds, audio clips of jazz music or famous speeches, and lightning rounds to make the game more engaging. 

3. Throw a Gatsby Themed Party

Looking to add some serious spark and splendor to your roaring 20s party ideas? Then wow your in-person or remote team with a lavish party inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby’. You can set up a Gatsby-style floor with décor, chandeliers, and more to embrace the aesthetic of the roaring 20s. Virtual teams can use Zoom themed backdrops with 20s glam party or speakeasy bar scenes. 

Attendees can don flapper dresses, tuxedos, sequins, and feathered headbands for a vintage dress code. For an authentic vibe, stream jazz music  or carefully curated playlists with classics from the era. Invite attendees to groove with the steps of Charleston, the Lindy Hop, and the Black Bottom. You can even offer hors d’oeuvres and signature cocktails like martinis and champagne for an in-person party. For a virtual party, deliver snacks along with cocktail kits to remote participants. 

💃 Bonus tip: Take your Gatsby party up a notch by holding a 1920s costume contest or charleston dance contest 

4. Crack Murder on Candy Cane Lane Murder Mystery

Channel your inner sleuths and unravel a holiday murder mystery at the Hooray Teams Murder on Candy Cane Lane. The lively winter parade of Candy Cane Lane was interrupted when the information of a drastic crime came to light. You and your team need to track clues, solve riddles, and interrogate shady suspects like the enigmatic woodsman and the quirky winter queen to uncover the culprit. A lively host will be there to support you throughout the escapade and make the experience engaging for everyone.

🎩Bonus tip: Share game materials like the storyline and character profiles before the game to give participants time to familiarize with the plot and characters.

5. Play a Few Rounds of Roaring 20s Bingo

A classic roaring 20s bingo game is guaranteed to entertain your in-office and virtual teams alike. Before the event, you can distribute to teams the bingo cards labeled with a variety of 1920s-themed items to the teams. These could include flappers, fedoras, bow ties, vintage cars, champagne, and even famous figures from the era like Al Capone or Josephine Baker.

When the game begins, the host will call out each item from the list. Participants will mark off the corresponding items on their cards. Whoever finishes entire squares (vertical, horizontal, or diagonal) first shouts Bingo! and wins the prize. 

Bonus tip:  Turn up the energy with a Drag Queen host for your bingo game. This will bring an extra flair and entertainment to the game. 

6. Unlock a Speakeasy Escape Room

Gather the sleuthing buffs on your team for a speakeasy-themed escape game. Players may find themselves in a room that looks just like a speakeasy, with old-fashioned furniture, hidden compartments, and secret doors. Everyone must put their problem solving and team work in real-time to figure out clues and reach their goal before time runs out.

For remote teams, Hooray Teams Mafia 360 Virtual Escape Room offers a similar adventurous experience. You and your teammates will be transported to a hidden speakeasy as secret agents. The goal is to unravel a web of secrets interlinking bootleggers, La Cosa Nostra, federal agents, and high-ranking DC politicians. There will be a professional game-master ready to guide you through any intriguing twists and turns in the process. 

Bonus tip: To streamline the gaming process, pre-assign specific roles to each member, such as solving puzzles, finding clues, and communicating information. 

7. Watch 20’s Classic Movies Together 

The 1920’s are known as the golden age in the history of Hollywood movies. Now that The roaring 20s has joined the Criterion collection, it’s possible for your teams to watch these classics in stunning 4K resolution. From Charlie Chaplin’s comedy movies to Roland West’s horror masterpieces, your team can have a great time sharing laughs and thrills. For virtual teams, apps like Teleparty or Watch2Gether make it easy to sync up and watch together, even if you’re miles apart.

Here are some of our roaring 20s movie recommendations: 

• The Idle Class (1921)
• L’Argent (1928)
• Pandora’s Box (1929)
• The Roaring Twenties (1939)
• One Week (1920)
• The Last of the Mohicans (1920)
• The Great Gatsby (2013)
•  Babylon (2022)

🎬 Bonus tip: You can also watch TV shows set in the backdrop of the 1920s like Peaky Blinders, Downton Abbey, or Boardwalk Empire. 

8. Try Your Luck in a Casino Game

Is your team in for a night of fun, frivolity, and fortune? Then your In-office or remote team needs some dynamic activity like a roaring 20s casino game. The games involves participants placing bets on various casino games like Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Poker, Roll the Dice, Keno, or Slot Machines. You can hire a professional host to guide teams though game rules, including the value of chips and how to place bets. 

As the game starts, players will put their gambling skills to the test and gather as many chips as possible—all in good fun, of course! Those who earn the maximum number of chips will be crowned the winners, and they can take home a suitcase of (fake) money.

🎲 Bonus tip: Don’t forget to transform your physical or virtual event venue a bustling casino for a truly immersive gaming experience. 

9. Recreate Delicious 1920s Cuisine

Get a taste of the roaring 20’s by conducting a vintage culinary session for your team members. Set up a cooking station for teams to create classic dishes like deviled eggs, finger sandwiches, waldorf salad, jell-o mold, pineapple upside-down cake and more. You can share a granny’s recipe that’s been passed down through generations or hire an expert to guide through the preparation of these dishes. 

Hooray Teams team building cooking classes are the best option to bring 20’s flavors to your remote office. Guided by a professional chef, you and your team will learn to whip up some delicious 20’s dishes from scratch. A few days before the event, they will dispatch a DIY cooking kit with all the necessary ingredients to all the participant’s doorstep. In case of any recipe choice or dietary restrictions, they can customize the session accordingly.

Bonus tip: For teams not keen on cooking, a wine or chocolate tasting session can be a perfect alternative. 

10. Set Up an Art Deco Photobooth 

A vintage photo booth can help you make your roaring 20’s party one for the ages. Set up a photo booth with a 20’s backdrop, such as gold and silver geometric patterns, speakeasy scenes, casino night, the Great Gatsby mansion, or jazz instruments. Gather props like feather boas, fedoras, pearls, and suitcases to enhance the theme.  Using a high-quality camera or smartphone, teams can snap pictures that can be instantly printed with a photo printer. 

Remote teams can create a virtual photo booth experience. Use video conferencing tools with themed backgrounds to set up the photo booth environment. Teams can don their vintage outfits and strike various candid poses. A host can take screenshots of their poses, compile these into a digital photo album, and mail copies to everyone. 

🖼️Bonus tip: Virtual teams can use applications such as Snapbar or FotoMaster to add special effects such as augmented reality (AR) or 360-degree panoramas to get creative.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the best virtual Roaring 20s Party ideas?

Some of the best roaring 20s party ideas include cocktail-making class, jazz music, dance-off, speakeasy murder mystery, casino games, and costume contest. These activities bring the vibrant spirit of the 1920s to life for your team.

How to Host a Roaring 20s Party Online?

To host a roaring 20s party online, choose a virtual platform like Zoom or Teams and then send invites to everyone on your team. Plan activities like 20s trivia, escape room, gin tasting, and a mixology session. Decorate your virtual background with 1920s-themed elements to elevate the experience.

What are good roaring 20s theme party ideas?

Good roaring 20s theme party ideas include a speakeasy setup, jazz music, flapper costumes, and vintage cocktails to capture the era’s glamour and excitement.

What are some popular Roaring 20s party games for a workplace?

Popular roaring 20s games for the workplace include speakeasy murder mystery, 20’s scavenger hunt, speakeasy escape room, 20s trivia and bingo games to name a few.