17 Ideas for a Country Club Themed Party
Jamie Allen
Contributor
When life calls for a celebration, why not go for a country club themed party? Whether your idea of a country club is a fancy gathering or chilling after a round of golf, you can now plan the perfect party. Here, you will find an array of ideas that should get your creative juices flowing and result in a memorable country club themed party.
The truth is, you don’t need an excuse to host a country club themed party. They can occur throughout the year depending on what style you’re going for. Of course, if you want to make use of the outdoors, host in the summer. If you’re looking for that rustic, warm fireplace vibe, the winter makes perfect sense. Other similar occasions you might want to consider can include birthdays, charity fundraisers, or even Father's Day. Start with these ideas we have planned out to a "tee!"
Here are 17 ideas for a country club themed party:
Country Club Inspired Entertainment
Bartender
Country clubs across the country typically include an extensive bar full of your favorite beverages. It’s only fair that you reflect this at your party. With professional mixologists, you can have your favorite cocktails, beers, wines, and other drinks poured to perfection. For an extra touch, you can create your own drinks list including custom names with a country club twist. Some examples include Broken Down Golf Cart, Bogey Mary, and Long Shot Iced Tea.
Golf Instructor
Country clubs are known for their beautiful golf courses, so why not test your skills with the aid of a golf instructor? This may depend on your surroundings of course. The last thing you want is for a golf ball to go through your neighbor's windows! However, if you have the space, an instructor can teach you how to hit them like Tiger Woods. After some practice, you can then see who can hit the ball the furthest. The winner takes the title of Country Club Champion.
Live Music
What’s a party without music? Any live musician or DJ can add to the atmosphere you desire and get people moving on the dance floor. When it comes to ‘typical’ country club music, there isn’t really one specific genre. This gives you free control to take the music in any direction you see fit.
If you want to go for a casual, more chill vibe which has the potential to get a bit louder as the celebration continues, I suggest “Arabella” by Arctic Monkeys, “Suit & Tie” by Justin Timberlake, and “My Type” by Saint Motel.
Masseuse
Some country clubs aren’t just for golfing and lounges. Some allow you to unwind with the help of relaxing spa treatments. If you’re looking for that fancy country club getaway, hiring a masseuse is the way to go!
Why not treat you and your friends to a well earned break and unwind with a massage that will release all that tension you’ve been building up? If a chill party is what you’re after, a masseuse is a must.
Country Club Themed Party Venue
Your Local Country Club
This is probably the most obvious choice isn’t it? It makes total sense! If you want a country club themed party, then go to a local country club. Chances are that they will have all of the amenities that you are looking for and can ensure that your celebration is the most authentic as it possibly can be.
Backyard
If you want to keep the venue budget at a minimum, your own backyard is a great option. Should you be lucky enough to have a sizable backyard, you can transform it into your own country club complete with outside space and maybe even a pool. You could go the extra mile here and re-name your yard The Backyard Country Club or whatever you like. This option truly lets you take complete creative control.
Cocktail Bar
A cocktail bar is a fitting place for a country club themed celebration. They come in a variety of styles to match the vibe you’re hoping to recreate and take care of all your bar services at the same time. If you’re looking for a party that is more upbeat a vibrant cocktail bar is surely the way to go.
Creative Details
Preppy Attire
This is a great way to get the party started. More often than not, you will find a mix of people at a country club. They could be in their tennis all-whites, polo shirts, boat shoes, or in a fancy barber jacket as they sit down for whiskey with their best friend at the bar. With the help of preppy attire, you can emulate one of these people at your own party.
Character Creation
This goes hand-in-hand with fancy dress. Once you have the particular costume you want, you can create a name around the outfit. Perhaps you’re Elton, who’s just come to the clubhouse after a quick round of tennis with Keith? Or maybe you’re Pauline who’s just been networking out on the tricky 9th hole? The options are quite literally endless!
Country Club Themed Party Decorations
Decorations are a big part of any party because they allow you to set the tone and create the desired atmosphere. If you want to go down the golf route, you can have images of golf stars new and old. I’m talking Jack Nicklaus, Walter Hagen, Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson, and Lee Westwood. If you’re thinking of a more fancy country club vibe, why not adorn the walls with paintings of the countryside and maybe a fake buck’s head for good measure?
Putting Challenge
A golf putting challenge is a fantastic idea regardless of how much space you have! Here, you can have some fun and compete to see who is the master of putting! If you want to expand a little bit more, why not create your own crazy golf tournament? Check out this mini putting green available on Amazon as a fun party activity!
Country Club Theme Food Ideas
Banquet
For more formal country club themed parties, a banquet is always a good idea. Here, you can have professional floor staff serve up a plethora of fancy dishes. This is certainly more achievable if you’re hiring out a venue that offers catering services. However, you can always enjoy a banquet at home with the help of a mobile catering team.
Club Sandwiches
Club sandwiches, the clue is quite literally in the title and a staple for a country club luncheon! Who doesn’t love a club sandwich filled with fresh ingredients and accompanied by some fresh fries? This is a quick and easy food option for guests to enjoy before a night of dancing.
Buffet
You can never go wrong with a classic buffet. Whether you’re celebrating in your backyard or a venue with catering options, a buffet is the way to go because there’s a little bit of everything. With this option, guests can enjoy various foods from multiple cuisines, and eat as little or as much as they prefer.
Country Club Theme Drink Ideas
Cocktails
What’s a party without cocktails? Here, you can serve up a plethora of favorite drinks and personalize the names of such drinks to match your event. For a country club theme, you can opt for classics like Old Fashioneds, Aperol Spritz, and mimosas. If you’re feeling the golf theme, you can serve John Dalys and Arnold Palmers.
Top Shelf Liquors
Level up your cocktail game by using top-shelf liquors often found at country clubs. With this option, you could serve whiskey on the rocks, gin and tonics, vodka martinis (shaken, not stirred), and much more. Only serve the best for your guests!
After Dinner Coffee
Treat guests to some after-dinner coffee to end the country club day. You can hire coffee food carts to serve up traditional espresso, lattes, and cappuccinos, or you can show off your impressive barista skills and make them yourself.
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