Updated on: Jul 21, 2022
Share your love of soccer by throwing a soccer theme party. It's our GOAL for you and your guests to enjoy a fun theme party for adults, kids, and all ages. We have put together some great ideas for planning the perfect soccer theme party. Below are suggested venues, party food, decor, party favors, and soccer theme activities that will SCORE you a memorable party! Be sure to check out helpful budgeting tips as well as gift ideas.
Soccer Theme Party Decorations
1. Soccer Stadium Photo Backdrop
Hang up a fun soccer stadium backdrop for your guests to take a picture in front of. They'll look and feel like a professional soccer player with the right backdrop!
2. Soccer Photo Booth Props
Snag some soccer photo booth props to go along with your backdrop! They can say things like penalty and goal, or just be a trophy to hold up.
3. Soccer Ball Lanterns
Purchase soccer ball paper lanterns and hang them up on trees, goalie nets, outside canopies, light fixtures, doorways, etc.
4. Customized Soccer Signs
Give your party a personalized feeling by getting some customized soccer theme signs to hang up around the house!
5. Soccer Themed Lawn Sign
Purchase a soccer-themed lawn sign to make sure your guests know where your party is! It can be as simple as a soccer ball or customized to say whatever you want.
Soccer Theme Party Favors
6. Soccer Medals and Trophies
Have each guest leave feeling like a soccer star by giving them a soccer medal or soccer trophy. It's a great souvenir and kids who don't play sports will feel excited to have gotten their first medal!
7. Toy Soccer Balls
These items are generally sold by the dozen so they are inexpensive sport favors that are easy to acquire. You could get soccer ball bouncy balls or inflatable soccer balls. They are very child-friendly because of how soft and squishy they are.
8. Paper Soccer Fans
If your party is outdoors in the heat then guests may be reaching for this party favor early! A paper soccer fan is a practical party favor that guests can use in the long run!
9. Soccer Whistles
Some kids would rather coach soccer than play it. So give them a whistle and let them play coach while other kids play the field!
10. Soccer Temporary Tattoos
Put some soccer-themed temporary tattoos in your goodie bags for kids to take home! Just make sure to check with parents for any potential allergies!
Soccer Theme Party Foods
11. Soccer Cookies
Bake some soccer-ball-shaped cookies for your guests to munch on during the party. Try using a soccer ball cookie cutter or a soccer ball cookie stencil to perfectly recreate a soccer ball!
12. Soccer Cupcakes
Bake some soccer-themed cupcakes to impress your guests! You can decorate them like a soccer ball or get some soccer-themed cupcake toppers for them!
13. Edible Turf
Put trail mix and edible grass candy in a bowl as a sweet and salty treat. While this may look like turf from the soccer field, it definitely tastes a lot better.
14. Soccer Cake
Bake a soccer-themed cake! You could have it decorated like a soccer ball using fondant or frosting and get a custom cake topper for it. Or make it resemble a soccer field and top it off with some soccer player cake toppers.
15. Pigs in a Blanket
For a savory option serve some pigs in a blanket, they're a fan favorite! Stick each one with a soccer-themed toothpick to keep fingers from getting greasy and to stay on theme!
Soccer Theme Party Games and Activities
16. Soccer Scrimage
Divide guests into two teams with each team wearing team pinnies. Then have everyone play a good old game of soccer until they're tired out! Make sure to have a gallon cooler full of Gatorade ready for the Gatorade dunk! Or just for thirsty players to drink from.
17. Blindfolded Penalty Kicks
Line up three soccer balls some distance in front of a goal. Tie a blindfold around each participant and have them stand in front of the soccer balls. One by one, let the participants try to score as many balls as they can into the goal without peeking. Just make sure everyone stands clear of the goal, you never know where that soccer ball could go!
18. Soccer Bingo
Set up a game of soccer bingo for your partygoers to play! Replace regular bingo cards with soccer bingo cards instead. For prizes try giving out full-sized candy bars so guests have something to compete for!
19. Maze of Obstacles
Create an obstacle course for your guests to kick a soccer ball around. Items such as hula hoops, soccer cones, or jump ropes work great for this activity. Set up a soccer goal at the end of the obstacle course for your guests to shoot the soccer ball as the final step in finishing the game.
20. Balloon Heads
Use black and white balloons for this game in order to represent a soccer ball. Give each player her own balloon. Each player must only use their head in order to keep their balloon from falling to the ground. If a player does not succeed in keeping her balloon in the air, that person is out of the game. Continue playing until only one player remains standing. That guest is the winner!
Soccer Theme Party Supplies
21. Soccer Theme Party Plates
Instead of getting plain paper plates for your guests try purchasing some soccer ball plates instead! Paper plates will make cleanup easy after the party is done and be on theme.
22. Soccer Theme Party Cups
Serve your guests' refreshments in soccer-themed paper cups. There are a ton of designs you can choose from and it keeps you from having to do dishes after your party!
23. Soccer Theme Party Tablecloth
With all of your party guests having fun and eating some spills are bound to happen. Prevent getting your tables sticky with a plastic tablecloth that you can throw out right after the party! Stay on theme by getting a sports themed tablecloth or one that has soccer balls all over it!
24. Soccer Theme Party Napkins
Give your guests soccer-themed napkins to clean up with! A great option is to purchase napkins shaped like soccer balls!
25. Soccer Theme Party Plasticware
Instead of getting clear plastic forks and knives for your guests, purchase plastic cutlery that stays on theme! Try black and white plasticware to resemble a soccer ball or green plasticware to resemble a soccer field!
Soccer Theme Party Invitations
26. Soccer Ball Invitations
Check out these soccer ball invitations you can send to your guests! If you want a more personalized touch then you can fill out these invitations by hand. They're a classic, and your guests will be excited to kick around a soccer ball after seeing them!
27. Digital Soccer Theme Party Invitations
If you want to save on paper (and make it easier for guests to find your invitation in their email) try sending out a digital invitation! These invitations can even be customizable, and if you're throwing a birthday party then you can put the birthday boy or girl's face on the invitation!
28. Soccer Ticket Invitation
If you want your guests to feel like they're attending a soccer game, you'll want these digital and printable ticket invitations! They're a fun alternative to the classic soccer party invitations and are customizable.
29. Girls Soccer Theme Party Invitation
If the guest of honor is a girl, then she might want a more feminine invitation! Check out these girls' soccer party invitations that have female soccer players on them and are pink!
30. MVP Invitation
Let everyone know who's the most valuable player by putting it on the invitation! These MVP invitations can be customized with your soccer star's name and age. If you're not a fan of writing, there's no need to fret. You can even put the date time of your party on the invitations directly!
Soccer Theme Party Conclusion
Whether you're planning a soccer theme party for kids or adults, there's no need to stress. Our comprehensive list of decorations, party favors, food, games, party supplies, and invitations is here to give you the ideas you need for your next party! The only thing we can't help you with is planning your guest list. But when you do, be assured that your soccer theme party will be a hit with your guests!
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Writers: Laura Sastre and Natalie Davidson; Contributors: Blake Rubenstein and Olivia Tam