Family Dinner Ideas

Feeling bored at the dinner table? If you live with family, shake things up with these fun dinner themes. And if you live alone, set up a virtual dinner date with family using Zoom or Skype!

Disney: Dress up as your favorite Disney character and surprise your family. You can each come to dinner one at a time and give a short introduction about your character. Be creative!

Marvel: Avengers assemble! Dress up as your favorite hero or villain and be prepared to showcase your character's greatest strengths and superpower.

Harry Potter: Which house do you belong in? Are you Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, Gryffindor, or Slytherin? Don't forget everything you learned at Hogwarts! Think outside the box and be creative with your outfits.

Black-Tie Affair: Dress to impress! Dress up in a "fancy" outfit and wear some makeup or cologne. Pinkies up!

Decades: Show off your favorite decade. Dress up according to your favorite era. Have fun going back in time!

Harry Potter: Which house do you belong in? Are you Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, Gryffindor, or Slytherin? Don't forget everything 

Sports: Wear your favorite sport's uniform/attire or dress up as the MVP! You have endless options to choose from - gymnastics, soccer, football, basketball, etc. 

Pajama Party: Grab your onesie or favorite pajama set! After dinner, you can watch a movie together or simply hop into bed. 

Holidays: What is your favorite holiday? Dress in red or pink for Valentine's Day or green for St. Patrick's. Or if you love Halloween, wear your costume! 

Create Your Own: As a family, work together to create your own fun dinner theme! Remember to use what you have around the house. Be inspired!

Page contributions by: Ariana Schein, B.S. (University of Arizona MEZCOPH Alumnus)