Joining a sorority is one of the most exciting experiences in college life. Bid day marks the end of a long recruitment process and the beginning of a new chapter in your life. As a sorority sister, it’s your responsibility to plan a bid day that your new members will never forget. One way to make your bid day memorable is by choosing a fun and creative theme. In this article, we’ll share some sorority bid day themes that will help you plan an unforgettable event.
The Beach Bash Theme
Bring the beach to your sorority house with a beach bash theme. Have your new members wear beach attire such as swimsuits, sunglasses, and flip flops. Decorate your house with beach balls, sand buckets, and surfboards. Serve tropical drinks and snacks such as fruit skewers, smoothies, and mini sliders. Set up a photo booth with beach props and take pictures to remember the day.
The Disney Theme
Everyone loves Disney, so why not have a Disney themed bid day? Have your new members dress up as their favorite Disney characters and decorate your house with Disney decorations. Play Disney music and have a Disney movie marathon. Serve Disney themed treats such as Mickey Mouse cookies, cupcakes with Disney characters, and popcorn. You can even invite a Disney character impersonator to make an appearance.
The Game Day Theme
If your sorority is known for its school spirit, a game day theme is perfect for your bid day. Have your new members wear school colors and decorate your house with school banners and signs. Serve game day snacks such as hot dogs, nachos, and popcorn. Set up a photo booth with game day props such as foam fingers and pom poms. You can even invite a local sports team to make an appearance.
The Decades Theme
Travel back in time with a decades themed bid day. Have your new members dress up in their favorite decade such as the 60s, 70s, or 80s. Decorate your house with decorations from the chosen decade such as lava lamps, disco balls, or neon lights. Play music from the chosen decade and serve food and drinks from that time period. You can even have a dance off to see which decade was the best.
The Hollywood Theme
Roll out the red carpet with a Hollywood themed bid day. Have your new members dress up as their favorite movie stars and decorate your house with Hollywood decorations such as movie posters and star cutouts. Play music from movie soundtracks and serve movie themed snacks such as popcorn, candy, and movie theater hot dogs. Set up a photo booth with movie props and take pictures to remember the day.
The Carnival Theme
Bring the carnival to your sorority house with a carnival themed bid day. Set up carnival games such as ring toss, balloon darts, and bean bag toss. Serve carnival food such as cotton candy, popcorn, and corn dogs. Decorate your house with carnival decorations such as balloons, streamers, and carnival signs. You can even have a face painting booth and a photo booth with carnival props.
The Spa Day Theme
After a long recruitment process, your new members deserve a day of relaxation with a spa day themed bid day. Set up a spa station with manicure and pedicure stations, facials, and massages. Serve healthy snacks such as fruit skewers, smoothies, and tea. Decorate your house with relaxing decorations such as candles, incense, and flowers. You can even have a yoga session to help your new members unwind.
The Harry Potter Theme
Bring some magic to your sorority house with a Harry Potter themed bid day. Have your new members dress up as their favorite Harry Potter characters and decorate your house with Harry Potter decorations such as Hogwarts banners, potion bottles, and broomsticks. Play Harry Potter music and serve Harry Potter themed treats such as butterbeer, pumpkin pasties, and chocolate frogs. You can even have a trivia contest to see who knows the most about Harry Potter.
The Luau Theme
Transport your new members to a tropical paradise with a luau themed bid day. Have your new members wear Hawaiian attire such as grass skirts and leis. Decorate your house with tropical decorations such as palm trees, tiki torches, and flower garlands. Serve tropical drinks and snacks such as fruit punch, pineapple, and coconut shrimp. Set up a photo booth with luau props and take pictures to remember the day.
The Foodie Theme
If your sorority loves food, a foodie themed bid day is perfect for you. Set up a food station with different types of food such as pizza, tacos, and sushi. Have your new members taste test different types of food and rate them. Decorate your house with food decorations such as food posters and food props. You can even have a cooking contest to see who can make the best dish.
The Winter Wonderland Theme
Bring some winter magic to your sorority house with a winter wonderland themed bid day. Have your new members wear winter attire such as scarves and mittens. Decorate your house with winter decorations such as snowflakes, icicles, and snowmen. Serve winter themed treats such as hot chocolate, gingerbread cookies, and candy canes. Set up a photo booth with winter props and take pictures to remember the day.
The Circus Theme
Step right up to the greatest show on earth with a circus themed bid day. Set up circus games such as ring toss, balloon darts, and bean bag toss. Serve circus food such as popcorn, cotton candy, and hot dogs. Decorate your house with circus decorations such as circus posters, clown hats, and elephant cutouts. You can even have a circus show with juggling acts and acrobats.
The Camping Theme
Experience the great outdoors with a camping themed bid day. Have your new members wear camping attire such as hiking boots and flannels. Decorate your house with camping decorations such as tents, lanterns, and campfire cutouts. Serve camping food such as s’mores, hot dogs, and trail mix. You can even have a bonfire and tell ghost stories.
The Space Theme
Take your new members on a journey through the galaxy with a space themed bid day. Have your new members dress up in space suits and decorate your house with space decorations such as planets, stars, and rockets. Play space music and serve space themed treats such as moon rocks, astronaut ice cream, and galaxy cupcakes. You can even have a space trivia contest to see who knows the most about space.
The Art Party Theme
If your sorority loves art, an art party themed bid day is perfect for you. Set up an art station with different art supplies such as paint, markers, and clay. Have your new members create their own art pieces and display them around the house. Decorate your house with art decorations such as art posters and art props. You can even have an art contest to see who can make the best art piece.
The Retro Theme
Travel back in time with a retro themed bid day. Have your new members dress up in retro attire such as bell bottoms and tie dye shirts. Decorate your house with retro decorations such as lava lamps, disco balls, and neon lights. Play music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s and serve retro themed treats such as disco ball cake pops and lava lamp cupcakes. You can even have a dance off to see which decade was the best.
The Emoji Theme
If your sorority loves emojis, an emoji themed bid day is perfect for you. Set up an emoji station where your new members can create their own emoji faces. Decorate your house with emoji decorations such as emoji balloons and emoji cutouts. Serve emoji themed treats such as emoji cookies and emoji cupcakes. You can even have an emoji contest to see who can make the best emoji face.
The Superhero Theme
Save the day with a superhero themed bid day. Have your new members dress up as their favorite superheroes and decorate your house with superhero decorations such as superhero posters and superhero cutouts. Play superhero music and serve superhero themed treats such as superhero cupcakes and superhero cookies. You can even have a superhero trivia contest to see who knows the most about superheroes.
The Music Festival Theme
Rock out with a music festival themed bid day. Set up a music stage where your new members can perform. Decorate your house with music festival decorations such as band posters and music notes. Serve music festival food such as funnel cakes, lemonade, and hot dogs. You can even have a music trivia contest to see who knows the most about music.
The Animal Kingdom Theme
Take a walk on the wild side with an animal kingdom themed bid day. Have your new members dress up as their favorite animals and decorate your house with animal kingdom decorations such as animal cutouts and animal posters. Play animal kingdom music and serve animal themed treats such as animal crackers and gummy bears. You can even have a trivia contest to see who knows the most about animals.
The DIY Theme
If your sorority loves to be creative, a DIY themed bid day is perfect for you. Set up a DIY station where your new members can create their own DIY projects. Decorate your house with DIY decorations such as DIY posters and DIY props. Serve DIY themed treats such as DIY cupcakes and DIY candy bars. You can even have a DIY contest to see who can make the best DIY project.
The Outdoor Adventure Theme
Get outside and explore with an outdoor adventure themed bid day. Have your new members dress up in hiking attire such as hiking boots and backpacks. Decorate your house with outdoor adventure decorations such as camping signs and nature posters. Serve outdoor adventure food such as trail mix, granola bars, and fruit. You can even have a nature scavenger hunt.
The Garden Party Theme
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