Top Engagement Party Ideas
So, you’ve managed to secure the love of your life, and now it’s time to celebrate.
If you’re a little unsure about the type of engagement party you’d like, don’t stress, we’re here to help.
For an engagement party with a personalised point-of-difference, here are six engagement party ideas we think you’ll love.
Beachside Engagement Party
Nothing elevates a newly-engaged romance more than a little coastal ambience at Babalou’s oceanside function space. Whether your heart is set on a sit-down dinner or a stand-up shindig, Babalou’s coastal décor, sweeping beach views, external balcony, dance floor and full-service bar create the perfect vibe to show off your new bling.
White Themed Engagement Party
With luxe interiors, state-of-the-art facilities and dreamy Kingscliff Beach views, Babalou will make your engagement party dreams come true.
Specialty white food, white flowers, white furniture; you name it and we’ll go above and beyond to ensure your vision for a white wonderland is achieved.
The only thing you’ll need to do is gather your party crew and get ready to mingle over canapés while discussing all things wedding.
Cocktails and Canapés
Celebrate saying yes to your main squeeze with a cocktail and canapé party, featuring a personalised engagement party cocktail; shaken, stirred, or however you prefer.
When you’re not busy sipping on the alcoholic version of yourselves, you and up to 200 guests will be treated to panoramic ocean views, whilst nibbling on scrumptious canapés – specifically tailored to your requests.
Because, we know nothing provides a more solid confirmation of a lifelong commitment than a menu reflective of the engagement party’s guests of honour.
Sit Down Dinner
Cue the champagne and prepare for a toast (or ten) as you and up to 140 guests gather around a decadently decorated table for a candlelit banquet at our Kingscliff engagement party venue.
As you share stories of your first meeting, date, and kiss, Babalou’s team of qualified chefs will take the lead in delivering a dining experience heightened by seasonal, gourmet fare and wine.
This may be the best night of your lives, until the wedding day of course.
Boozy Brunch
Before you start knocking on married life’s door, give your friends and family a wedding teaser in the form of an oceanside boozy brunch at our divine Kingscliff engagement party venue.
This is the perfect opportunity for one last hurrah before pre-wedding dieting sets in. You and your guests will have a blast sipping on bottomless Bellinis, and eating fine finger foods, followed closely by cutting shapes on the dancefloor – all whilst our state-of-the-art sound system busts out all your favourite tunes, including ‘your song’.
‘I Do’ Barbecue
Celebrate your newly acquired fiancé status with an engagement party of the laidback kind.
Following a few craft beers in our oceanside function venue, your relationship won’t be the only thing sizzling, as our chefs serve up gourmet barbecue share plates guaranteed to satisfy your nearest and dearest.
It’s a no-brainer for all involved really.
Fun & Flirty
If fun and frivolity are key ingredients to your engagement party ideas for 2020, you might want to book a cocktail package to kick off proceedings. The refreshing drinks, including Champagne, pair almost as well with the seasonal canapés as you do with your life-partner-to-be.
You can also opt for a selection of rustic share plates featuring local products or go all out on a beverage package of free-flowing cocktails, wine and craft beer. In the essence of fun, we also offer photobooth rentals, live DJs and bands, and a selection of photographers and videographers.
We can even organise floral arrangements to complement your party style.
Classic Sophistication
If you prefer a classic engagement party with minimal tones and demur decorations, we recommend a candlelit sit-down banquet with multiple courses of delectable plates. The white tablecloths, polished cutlery and intricate fairy lights pair well with views of the Pacific Ocean over the verdant treetops.
Delicate centrepieces line the tables and we can fill the venue with a range of bespoke furnishings. Add on one of our talented solo musicians for a backing of dulcet vocals and soft acoustics. You can also book a pre-party spa treatment at the affiliated Sambara Spa or Golden Door Spa to ensure you’re pampered and ready for your special evening.
DIY/Eco-Friendly
We’ve already highlighted eco-friendly weddings in our 2020 Wedding Trends blog, but this is also one of our favourite engagement party themes. It’s ideal for creative couples looking to add their personal and environmentally-conscious touch to the celebration, such as paper straws for drinks and recycled fabrics and candles for table decorations.
Getting a little hands-on is a great way to save money, but also helps you tailor-make the perfect day or evening. You can implement eco-friendly strategies in the lead-up to the engagement party as well, such as sending out electronic invitations and shopping for recyclable party supplies.
Sorry Billy Idol, but it’s an even better day for a green wedding.
Floral Theme
You can almost map out an entire relationship with flowers, from Valentine’s Day bouquets to the “I’m sorry” bunch of roses. If flowers have been a prominent part of your relationship, why not go in on a floral theme for your engagement party? Just think of the beautiful colours and smells that will accompany your celebration.
There are numerous ways you can incorporate flowers in your setup, including giant floral letters, tiaras made from flowers and pastel floral bunting. You can also have your guests dress the part with floral shirts, corsages and boutonnières.
Night Under The Stars
A starry night sky is associated with many a romantic occasion. The same is possible for your engagement party when you celebrate here at Babalou. Gather all your friends and family for a memorable evening spent overlooking the shimmering lights and stars of Brisbane.
Add some more pop to your evening by inviting your guests to dress to the occasion with glittering jewellery, debonair suits and dresses that catch the light in just the right way. With cocktails, delicious canapés and atmospheric decorations, it’s the perfect setting for a starry night of love and revelry.
Dessert Party
Do you find yourself enduring evenings until dessert is finally served? A dessert party might be what’s missing from your engagement planning. Skip all the other courses and get straight to the sweet goodness of cookie dough cheesecake, upside-down banana bread, cupcakes and apple pie and vanilla ice cream.
Is your mouth watering yet? Dessert doesn’t only have to satisfy your sweet tooth either. Consider bringing out some gourmet cheese boards to go with a delectable dessert wine. Finish with some top-shelf digestifs or a bottle of port.
Plan Your Engagement Party!
Now that we’ve given you a few ideas, you’re well on your way to hosting an engagement party to remember. Give us a call today to lock in your preferred date, and to discuss themes.
