Creative Event Themes Candy Land Because there’s no better venue that Molasses Swamp or Candy Castle.
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It’s one of the best-selling board games of all time; nostalgia in a box. Loaded with characters, colors, and imaginative locations. Could there be a better collection of inspiration for the theme of your next party? Not that we can think of. In this post, we’ll take a journey down the Candy Land road, offering our ideas for transforming each imaginary location into real-life event gold.
The Grand Entrance
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The beginning of Candy Land is marked by one thing. Can you guess what it is? Game pieces! Make life-size game pieces to mark the entrance. Oh, and nothing says, “Start here” like “Start here.”
First stop: Gingerbread Plum Trees
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There are a few ways to make a Gingerbread Plum tree. One idea is to rent artificial trees, then hand a mix of gingerbread cookies and plums in the branches. Have a bigger budget? Hire a baker to create giant tree-shaped gingerbread cookies.
Next up: Peppermint Forest
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Your gingerbread trees should now transform into giant candy canes. If it’s not Christmas season, great news: oversized candy canes can be found on the cheap.
Shortcut! Rainbow Trail
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Yes, Gumdrop Mountains are coming up soon, but first, a rainbow floor decal leads the way to a shortcut straight to Peanut Brittle House!
Now approaching Licorice Castle
Cover a play house in licorice sticks. Use rubber gloves and temporary adhesive or twine to adhere the sugary sticks onto your “castle.” This way, everything remains edible. The perfect take-home gift!
Gumdrop Mountains
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Okay, this one may take some prop-making. But boy, will the result be spectacular. Giant styrofoam capsules, spray painted in bright colors, then covered in glitter. Now, stack them high and proud.
Peanut Brittle House
A Peanut Brittle House is easier to make than you think. A simple plywood structure can be easily painted to look like peanut brittle. For continuity, it just needs a bright purple door. Next, have a staff member dress as Gramma Nutt for the final touch.
Let’s go the woods…Lollipop Woods!
![giant lollipop party decorations](https://nationaleventpros.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/image02-4.jpg)
Ready to call in that favor from your friend with a minivan? Oversized lollipops are about to take over your storage room. Think bright, sparkly, and BIG. Just be prepared for lots of “can I have one of these??” to follow.
Molasses Swamp
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Don’t worry! We’re not going to suggest that you sacrifice months of sticky shoes for this one. Quite to the contrary: Purchase a shiny brown temporary adhesive, then apply it to the ground in an organic, rounded shape. Surround the “swamp” surface with fake grass and stones.
You’ve finally arrived! Candy Castle
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Save the best for last. The Candy Castle is the ultimate destination. You’ve won the game! One idea: wait to reveal this “destination” until the last hour of the party. This would be an excellent place to serve dessert. And if you have a willing CEO, dress her up like King Candy. There’s no better photo op than a candy throne!
For even more great party theme ideas, check out our list of 100 Creative Event Themes.