How to Plan a Fiesta Theme Party

by Leslie R. Thompson

Overview

Fiesta parties are easy to organize with simple, advance planning. Fiesta parties are casual affairs, featuring Mexican food, music and decor. When planning any event, set up a timeline to get things done so that you are not scrambling to do it all at the last minute.
Planning A Fiesta Party

Step 1

Organize the party six to eight weeks in advance. Make out the guest list. Set up a budget. Draw up a checklist of tasks you need to do each week until the party.
Step 2

Send out invitations two to three weeks in advance. Incorporate the theme into the invitations. Let them know if you want them to come in costume. Include a phone number and ask guests to respond in advance if they will attend.
Step 3

Start organizing decorations. Use a lot of red, white and green in your decor, which can include sombreros, a pinata, maracas and crafts from Mexico. Look for Mexican folk music CDs for background music.
Step 4

Buy the ingredients for the food and beverages one week prior to the party. Fiesta food can include a taco bar, quesadillas, guacamole, tamales, and chips and salsa. Prepare taco meat in advance. Refrigerated it to make your job easier on the day of the event. Consider having a margarita bar or Mexican beer to drink. Have nonalcoholic beverages, too.