You have the privilege of coming up with a Theme Party idea for your friends or business or as an event planner for a corporate function. 

Easier said than done. 

Holiday themed parties are a time-honored tradition.

It’s all about the glitz and glamour, fireworks, and promise of a new start.  

For many, a Holiday-Themed party should be a remarkable, unforgettable event. 

Recently, we’ve seen a rise in demand for unique experiences.

A themed party is your best bet to make your celebration stand out.  

While there are multiple tried and tested themes, we can’t help but suggest using synthetic ice as part of your celebrations. 

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Ice skating goes hand-in-hand with this time of year, so it’s a no-brainer to integrate it with your festivities.  

However, acquiring a refrigerated rink is easier said than done. 

With synthetic ice, special panels that provide a similar experience at a fraction of the time, hassle, and cost... you get the thrill of skating while enjoying the festivities.

Read on to learn more about synthetic ice and some theme party ideas you can use to get your Holiday theme party brainstorming and off the ground. 

 

Understanding Synthetic Ice

Every year, millions of people across the country enjoy ice skating or hockey, especially around the winter holidays.  

But with limited access to traditional ice rinks, skaters needed an alternative to still enjoy ice skating or hockey at any time.  

This brought about the rise of synthetic ice.  

Synthetic ice is a cutting-edge alternative to traditional ice rinks that usually require water, ice, cold temperatures, or refrigeration.  

A synthetic ice rink is a series of interconnected panels placed on a flat surface to create a skateable surface.

And yes, you can use your ice skates with metal blades on the rink. 

The material is specially designed polyethylene plastice that's combined with other agents for seamless ice skating. 

Synthetic ice can perform in any climate, making it perfect for your New Year’s Eve party. 

Its flexibility also allows indoor and outdoor use. 

These rinks are also safer for new skaters, with a more forgiving surface in the event of falls.

Other advantages include indoor or outdoor use, scalability, and durability.  

With a quick setup, synthetic ice can be a valuable addition to any themed party, as you can simply rent the rink for your event.  

Incorporating ice skating is a fantastic way to create long-lasting memories and produce a cool twist on what’s an age-old tradition.

Here are six theme ideas to take your ice-skating party to the next level. 

1. Arctic Team Building  

Have a party while strengthening your team’s bond?  

If you’re holding a staff party or corporate event, a Holiday theme party is a great way to add some team-building elements to your shindig. 

Your goal is to strengthen the team’s bond while preparing to crush the new year, and a party can do just that. 

Add team-building games both on and off the ice. 

Curling and ice-skating musical chairs are great examples of on-ice activities. 

Card and board games or trivia can help strengthen teamwork. 

Celebrate the year’s wins while taking some time out to skate on synthetic ice. 

 

2. Ugly Sweater Skating, Anyone? 

Who doesn’t like an ugly sweater at Christmas? 

And who says you can’t rock your ugly sweater right into the New Year? 

Combine ice skating with your favorite hideous knit with an ugly sweater-themed Holiday bash. 

 Let everyone enjoy ice skating while rocking some funny, curious, or downright genius sweaters. 

Give out prizes for the ugliest, funniest, and most innovative sweaters that grace the ice rink. 

3. An Ice-Skating Christmas Costume Party  

Costume parties are common for Holiday parties.  

You can combine costumes with indoor ice skating so everyone can stay warm while rocking their outfits. 

There are several options to choose from.

You can opt for Roaring Twenties, Disco, or themes from other decades.

Pajama parties or Masquerade balls are other options. 

A Black and White affair never goes out of style.  

Your job is to decorate your ice rink and surrounding areas to match the theme so everyone feels an immersive experience. 

4. A Winter Wonderland Networking Event 

If you just want a simple yet engaging event where everyone mixes and mingles, aim for a refreshing Winter Wonderland theme that allows everyone to have fun while building rapport and forging new bonds. 

Your Holiday theme party can be a simple networking event, either to build awareness for a cause, improve team morale, or make new friends.  

Create a winter wonderland filled with snowflake decorations, lights, snowmen, and other Holiday-themed elements.  

These decorations will help set the mood throughout your event. 

5. Winter Games on Synthetic Ice 

If there’s one thing that everyone can appreciate, it’s the power of competition. 

Whether among family, friends, or co-workers, we all like to play games and bring out our competitive side.  

Synthetic ice allows for fun yet safe winter-themed games that everyone can enjoy. 

Along with curling, you can have dance contests, scavenger hunts, winter trivia, and much more. 

To keep with the skating theme, you can also invite professional ice dancers to put on a show.  

For those who struggle to skate, invite a coach to help everyone understand the basics.  

Synthetic ice rinks are much safer and more forgiving to falls than refrigerated ice rinks, so everyone will feel more comfortable with ice-skating games.  

6. A Holiday Movie Marathon 

We love to hate those formulaic Hallmark movies.  

Some we can predict with amazing accuracy.  

While corny, they do have a special place in our hearts. 

You can have your team come dressed up as Hallmark Holiday Movie characters.

We’re talking flannel for the guys and furry hats and boots for the ladies.  

Get a projector and screen to run some of these movies while having popcorn and hot chocolate on rotation. 

Everyone can enjoy skating on the rink when not watching the movie, creating a truly memorable themed event.  

7. Retro Ice Disco

Dive into a nostalgic journey with our "Retro Ice Disco" party theme, where the glitz of the 70s and 80s meets the thrill of ice skating.

Transform your synthetic ice rink into a disco-era wonderland, complete with sparkling disco balls, neon lights, and psychedelic decor.

Groove to classic hits from icons like the Bee Gees and ABBA, creating an authentic disco ambiance.

Encourage guests to embrace the theme with vintage outfits - think sequins, bell-bottoms, and bold colors.

This unique fusion of retro flair and ice skating fun promises an unforgettable holiday party experience, blending nostalgia with icy excitement.

Tips to Make Your Themed Party Something Special 

These are just some of the many themes you can choose to make your Holiday Theme Party event unforgettable.  

Trust me, everyone will appreciate the thought that went into the event.

The energy will slowly rise as you get closer to midnight. 

Here are some other tips to make your party something special: 

• Your ice rink party will need rental skates and skating aids. Some partygoers won’t have ice skates, while others would have never skated before. Keep this in mind. 
• Balance activities for skaters and non-skaters. Make sure there are areas and activities to keep them entertained. 
• Consider a photo booth or photographer to capture memories that can be shared on social media. 
• Synthetic ice allows for indoor use. You can keep your party temperature controlled so everyone can skate while staying warm! 
• Try winter-inspired menu items or signature drinks to match the theme. Make sure your menu accommodates different dietary preferences.  
• Have the synthetic ice rink prepared beforehand with a slip surface agent. This unique liquid is applied to the surface to improve the rink’s performance.  

Make sure no stone goes unturned with your event.

Plan your rink installation, decor, food, and games well in advance to avoid the rush and high demand for services that is common this time of year.  

Conclusion  

If you’re in charge of creating an unforgettable event, you have a lot on your shoulders. 

Yet, using an ice rink is an innovative option that brings the feeling of nostalgia.  

While you may not have access to The Rink at Rockefeller Center, you can create your own mini version with synthetic ice.  

Synthetic ice has a unique set of advantages.

The ice rink can be set up in less than 2 hours and can be removed with minimal hassle and no damage to property.  

You can determine the size and shape of the rink to match your surroundings or theme.

In short, it becomes the centerpiece of your amazing theme party.

It’s not just about a party, but the lasting memories that stick long after your event is over.

If you need support or guidance with synthetic ice, contact PolyGlide Synthetic Ice.

As a premier supplier and subject expert for decades, we’ve helped hundreds of people set up rinks for personal and professional use. 

Let us help you create a celebration that promises to be an exceptional night to remember.