So, you’re planning an inspired Great Gatsby party, old sport? Your event doesn’t need to be in New York’s West Egg to achieve the impressive scale and glamour of a Jay Gatsby-hosted party.
Feathers, champagne, swinging jazz, and some sparkle can effortlessly transport party guests back in time to the Roaring Twenties. From incredible art deco projection mapping and cigar rolling stations, to custom cocktails and the most impressive dance floors you’ve ever seen, Gatsby-inspired parties are nothing short of incredible.
We searched through hundreds of real weddings, galas, and social celebrations on PartySlate to find the best 1920s-style soirées. Best of all, we’ve included the talented party vendors behind each wow-worthy event — so you know whom to hire for your glamorous affair.
Grab a French 75, and get ready to party like it’s 1920 as we share our 23 favorite Great Gatsby party themes, elements, and installations. After all, glamour never goes out of style.
All That Glitters is Gold Gatsby Party Décor
1. A Brilliant and Bold Balloon Installation
Livingston, NJ
The gold and glitzy Crystal Plaza was the perfect place for this surprise 50th anniversary party. We absolutely love the ornate dance floor design, which mirrored a hovering balloon installation. Spiraled black, gold, and metallic balloons sparkled amongst the gorgeous chandeliers of this New Jersey ballroom.
2. Burlesque-Inspired Feather Centerpieces
Los Angeles, CA
This Great Gatsby-themed milestone birthday, planned by Event Du Jour, beckons guests to their seats with feathery centerpieces. Mirrored tabletops reflect opulent gold place settings and glimmering candlelight. We also adore how the Gatsby motif continued with feathery signage that doubled as the perfect photo op.
3. Art Deco Detailed Place Cards
New York, NY
This 10th anniversary party, planned by Elegant Occasions by JoAnn Gregoli, wowed its guests from the moment they pulled up to an Excalibur automobile parked in the driveway. We adore the totally on-theme details by Ed Libby & Company, such as the martini-inspired centerpieces overflowing with pearled bubbles, and these oh-so-Gatsby place cards which incorporated the decade’s iconic font and art deco framing.
4. An Impressive Photo Op Prop
New York, NY
Cerbelli Creative planned a breathtaking Gatsby-inspired corporate event that was sure to leave a lasting impression on its attendees. Guests got to live the life of Jay Gatsby for the night, posing for photos from within a monogrammed vintage car parked in the New York City ballroom.
5. Kick Your Feet up from Luxe Loungers
Ponoma, CA
This corporate event planned gave a nod to Jay Gatsby with its incredible designs. From the lounge areas to the ceiling décor to the illuminated bar, rentals by Blueprint Studios are what tied the entire event at The Glasshouse together. These luxe tufted gold chairs are reminiscent of the lounge areas at the awe-inspiring West Egg parties.
6. Deco Dècor Recreates an Era
Los Angeles, CA
This WIPA SoCal Design Challenge transformed City Market Social House into a glamorous prohibition-era party. Crystal chandeliers dominated the chic industrial space along with yellow and white florals draped with greenery. Richly-hued velvet chaises from Premiere Party Rents infused additional drama cozied up to tablescapes embellished with mirrors and glass votives. Vox Productions perfectly lit model statues adorned in period-perfect ivory gowns.
7. Get Down on this Art Deco Dance Floor
Chicago, IL
There is no doubt guests busted out the Charleston on this opulent art deco-inspired dance floor at this 50th birthday party. Rendezvous Music performed singalong classics from this stunning stage boasting a luxe black and gold backdrop. Surrounding the room was mirrored furniture by Bowery & Bash with pops of velvet emerald, which perfectly complemented Kehoe Designs’ palm-inspired florals.
8. Set the Stage With 1920s Style
Miami, FL
Fantasy Designers made this quinceañera party one to remember with luxe staging — complete with Art Deco designs and feathery décor. We love how guests entered this Gatsby-themed celebration via a red carpet. From there, guests enjoyed stunning decorations at every turn.
9. A Post-Prohibition Inspired Bar
AMG Events and Visuals planned this gorgeous 1920s-themed wedding at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich. White florals and a lucite wedding arch were the stars of the show at the glowing candlelit ceremony. The reception turned the Gatsby inspiration up a notch with black glittering linens, towering gold candelabras, and this incredible tufted bar backed with an art deco wall by Ruth Ridgeway Designs.
10. What’s a Gatsby Party Without a Yellow Car
New York, NY
This New York City birthday party at CNVS Events immediately caught our eye: the iconic Gatsby quote “I like large parties, they’re so intimate” was projected across the raw space’s walls. The theme came to life more and more in every photo, including this shot of Gatsby’s iconic — and controversial — yellow vintage ride.
11. Glittery Gold Ceiling Installation
Los Angeles, CA
Gold balloon ceiling décor by Balloon and Paper elevated the look of this milestone birthday. Make sure to discover other opulent details such as the one-of-a-king bar installation with gold fronds and suspended crystal tear drops. We also love the balloon photo op that evoked Daisy Buchanan’s strings of pearls.
12. Cascades of Gold Fringe
Beverly Hills, CA
This Great Gatsby-themed Bat Mitzvah party wowed with pink lighting projections and golden candlelight by The Lighter Side. Event planner After Eight Event Planning and Designs amplified the look with lush pink florals and shimmering gold fringe.
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13. Champagne-pouring Acrobats are the New Bartenders
Chicago, IL
Give us all the midnight blue accents! This champagne-pouring entertainment was suspended from beautiful blue draping by Art of Imagination. Jayne Weddings planned this roaring 20s party for the launch of Room 1520’s sister venue, The Justine. Luxe velvet furniture and mirrored details filled the space as fortunes were told and fire was breathed by the engaging entertainment.
14. Glittery-gold Acrobatic Performers Engage & Captivate Guests
Los Angeles, CA
This Los Angeles corporate event, planned by Revel Global Events, was all gold everything — therefore perfectly fit for a Great Gatsby party, from the gold washed walls to the overflowing champagne towers. Also on theme was the glittering crystal chandeliers from which acrobats hung. This duo performance wowed as they swung across the towering ceilings donning gold sequined leotards.
15. Casino Games are Fun — and Gatsby-Inspired — Entertainment
Chicago, IL
We’re placing our bets on this Great Gatsby party planned by 1440 Event Design. The Palmer House Hilton played host to this 1920s gala, where guests were dressed to the nines in prohibition-era apparel. Casino tables and roulette wheels by Chicago Casino Suppliers filled the space where gala goers gambled and sipped on cocktails. We love how an on-theme, interactive activity breaks the ice and keeps guests entertained all night.
16. Gorgeous Flapper Entertainers Are The Focal Point Of Any Party
New York, NY
Leave it to the team at Colin Cowie Lifestyle to throw one of the most beautiful Great Gatsby parties we have ever seen. This New York gala kicked off with a 1920s-inspired flapper swinging from a feathered crystal chandelier. The cuisine and cocktails also lived up to Gatsby’s expectations with an impressive iced seafood display and — you bet — an absinthe bar.
17. An Interactive Champagne Tower to Greet Arriving Guests
New York, NY
Leslie Mastin Events planned this dual birthday party at a private residence on Long Island — quite fitting for a Great Gatsby party. Guests were greeted with a glass of champagne from this impressive tower as they entered the golden affair, designed by TINSEL Experiential Design. Guests enjoyed bathtub gin jazz as they nibbled on bites from Creative Edge Parties and sipped on-theme cocktails like “The Jordan Jive”.
18. Costumed Flappers to Serve Prohibition-Era Cocktails
Houston, TX
Wolfgang Puck Catering – Houston hosted and catered a Great Gatsby-inspired launch party at The Corinthian, and the cuisine and cocktails were simply divine. Baked apple old fashioneds — complete with branded ice balls — were served by costumed flappers.
19. Dress to the Nines in Sequins and Feathers
Boston, MA
Guests fit right in at this Roaring Twenties-themed gala with sequined flapper costumes and stylish top hats. Event designer Tasha Bracken Events created a fully-immersive evening of charity and glamour with a live jazz band and “black and gold” silent auction. Some of our favorite details from this extraordinary night include feather-filled martini glasses, Art Deco backdrops, and a custom-designed dance floor.
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20. A Miami Venue Waiting to be Transformed
Miami Beach, FL
We couldn’t believe our eyes when this Miami wedding at THE TEMPLE HOUSE was uploaded to PartySlate. PS Photography and Films beautifully captured the extraordinary projection mapping by United Projection that illuminated the all-white space. Eleven different art deco designs covered the walls and transported guests to a West Egg-worthy celebration.
21. A Nashville Historic Church
Nashville, TN
We love how this wedding began with an elegant ceremony at The Bell Tower, a historic church dating back to the 19th century. Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings wowed Great Gatsby-style details that ranged from a Champagne wall to an Art Deco dance floor. Beautiful draping by Quest Events and elegant linen by BBJ La Tavola made sure every detail of this celebration was stunning and on theme.
Delectable Art Deco Desserts
22. On-Theme Desserts Almost Too Pretty to Eat
Miami, Fl
This Gatsby-glam birthday party, planned by KeAira Chantell Events, featured luxe desserts by Déjà vu Sweets. These stunning sweets, made to look like jewels, are almost too beautiful to eat. Other picture-perfect details from this glamorous soirée included custom backdrops with painted gold flappers.
23. A Cake Fit for Jay Gatsby Himself
New York, NY
We think an event at the opulent Rainbow Room is the closest thing you can get to a perfect Great Gatsby party — and planner Amy Katz Events agrees. Katz filled the space with lively entertainment including a jazz band, cancan dancers, and corseted showgirls. This incredible four-tiered cake by Chic Sugars was also ever-so impressive in its intricate art deco detailing — and mouth-watering flavor.
People Also Ask
What is a Great Gatsby party?
Great Gatsby-themed parties bring glamour to the forefront of your celebration with Art Deco designs and golden décor elements. Expect live jazz ensembles, flapper performers, and sparkling Champagne towers.
The Great Gatsby party themes are perfect for every type of celebration — be it a wedding, corporate event, or milestone birthday party. Take a cue from Jay Gatsby himself and invite your guests to dress to the nines as you wine and dine the night away. Think gold, feathers, fringe, and sequined elements — along with luxe entertainment and indulgent catering.
What can you do at a 1920s party?
Capture the glamour and sophistication of a 1920s party with showstopping entertainment. Live jazz bands, flapper performances, and casino games will take your guests back in time — while also creating cherished future memories.
Don’t let prohibition stop you from indulging in a mouthwatering menu. Keeps guests satiated with Champagne towers, cigar-rolling stations, fruit cocktails, and oyster appetizers. Whether you are looking to host a sit-down dinner or a cocktail hour with passed plates, make sure your guests have time to savor elevated catering between twirls on the dance floor.
Where can I find party vendors and venues for my Great Gatsby-themed party?
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