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80’s Themed FUN Birthday Party DJs in Los Angeles

Our Los Angeles Event DJs are fun, energetic, easy-going and terrific at creating an inviting dance floor to get people moving. 

Creating a great 80’s themed DJ dance party involves capturing the essence of the decade through music, decor, costumes, and atmosphere. Here are some key elements to consider:

80’s Themed DJ Los Angeles Music

1. Iconic 80s Hits: Curate a playlist featuring popular 80s artists such as Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, Bon Jovi, Whitney Houston, and Duran Duran. Include genres like pop, rock, new wave, and dance.
2. Dance Classics: Include dance floor favorites like “Billie Jean,” “Like a Virgin,” “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “Footloose,” “Take On Me,” and “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This).”
3. DJ Mixes: Create or find remixes and mashups of 80s songs to keep the energy high and the transitions smooth.
4. Requests and Dedications: Allow guests to request their favorite 80s songs to make them feel involved.

Decor Los Angeles DJ Dance Party Event

1. Neon and Fluorescent Colors: Use bright, neon colors for decorations. Think pink, green, yellow, and blue.
2. Retro Props: Include items like vinyl records, boomboxes, Rubik’s cubes, and cassette tapes as part of the decor.
3. Lighting: Use disco balls, strobe lights, and neon lights to create a vibrant atmosphere. Blacklights can also add a cool effect.
4. Posters and Memorabilia: Decorate with posters of 80s movies, bands, and celebrities. Consider iconic movies like “Back to the Future,” “E.T.,” and “The Breakfast Club.”

Costumes for Los Angeles 80’s Themed DJ Party

1. 80s Fashion: Encourage guests to dress in 80s attire. Think leg warmers, shoulder pads, acid-wash jeans, leather jackets, and big hair.
2. Costume Contest: Host a best-dressed contest with prizes for the most authentic or creative 80s outfits.

Activities

1. Dance-Off: Organize a dance competition to 80s hits with fun prizes.
2. Karaoke: Set up a karaoke station with a selection of popular 80s songs.
3. Photo Booth: Create a photo booth with 80s-themed props and backdrops for guests to take memorable pictures.

Food and Drinks

1. Themed Snacks: Serve popular 80s snacks like Pop Rocks, Nerds, and Jell-O pudding pops.
2. Retro Cocktails: Offer classic 80s cocktails like the Long Island Iced Tea, Piña Colada, and Sex on the Beach. Include non-alcoholic options like soda pop in retro cans.
3. Decorative Treats: Decorate cupcakes and cookies with neon icing and 80s motifs.

Atmosphere

1. Interactive Elements: Consider adding a retro video game station with classic arcade games like Pac-Man and Space Invaders.
2. Engage the Crowd: Have the DJ interact with the crowd, take requests, and keep the energy high.
3. Nostalgic Moments: Include a countdown of the top 80s hits, play clips from iconic 80s movies or TV shows, and reminisce about major events from the decade.

Invitations and Promotion

1. Themed Invitations: Send out 80s-themed invitations to set the tone. Use bold colors and 80s fonts.
2. Social Media: Create an event page on social media with 80s visuals and regular updates to build excitement.

By focusing on these elements, you can create an immersive and unforgettable 80s themed DJ dance party that will have everyone dancing and reminiscing about the decade of excess and fun.

Creating a playlist for an 80’s themed DJ dance party requires a mix of iconic hits, dance classics, and upbeat tracks that keep the energy high. Here are some of the best 80’s dance songs to include:

Pop Hits

1. Michael Jackson – “Billie Jean”
2. Madonna – “Like a Virgin”
3. Prince – “1999”
4. Whitney Houston – “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)”
5. Cyndi Lauper – “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”
6. A-ha – “Take On Me”
7. George Michael – “Faith”
8. Rick Astley – “Never Gonna Give You Up”

Rock and New Wave

1. Bon Jovi – “Livin’ on a Prayer”
2. Journey – “Don’t Stop Believin'”
3. The B-52’s – “Love Shack”
4. The Police – “Every Breath You Take”
5. Eurythmics – “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)”
6. Duran Duran – “Hungry Like the Wolf”
7. Blondie – “Call Me”
8. INXS – “Need You Tonight”

Dance and Synth-Pop

1. Depeche Mode – “Just Can’t Get Enough”
2. New Order – “Blue Monday”
3. Dead or Alive – “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)”
4. Erasure – “A Little Respect”
5. Pet Shop Boys – “West End Girls”
6. Culture Club – “Karma Chameleon”
7. Soft Cell – “Tainted Love”
8. Wham! – “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go”

Funk and R&B

1. Chaka Khan – “Ain’t Nobody”
2. Kool & The Gang – “Celebration”
3. Michael Jackson – “P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)”
4. Salt-N-Pepa – “Push It”
5. Janet Jackson – “Nasty”
6. Cameo – “Word Up!”
7. The Pointer Sisters – “I’m So Excited”
8. Prince – “Kiss”

One-Hit Wonders

1. Dexys Midnight Runners – “Come On Eileen”
2. Toni Basil – “Mickey”
3. Nena – “99 Luftballons”
4. A Flock of Seagulls – “I Ran (So Far Away)”
5. Men Without Hats – “The Safety Dance”
6. Bow Wow Wow – “I Want Candy”
7. Baltimora – “Tarzan Boy”
8. Tommy Tutone – “867-5309/Jenny”

Bonus Tracks

1. Madonna – “Into the Groove”
2. Billy Idol – “Dancing with Myself”
3. The Human League – “Don’t You Want Me”
4. Whitney Houston – “How Will I Know”
5. Michael Sembello – “Maniac”
6. Tears for Fears – “Everybody Wants to Rule the World”
7. Simple Minds – “Don’t You (Forget About Me)”
8. Queen – “Another One Bites the Dust”

These songs will provide a great mix of high-energy dance tracks, nostalgic anthems, and unforgettable hits that are sure to get everyone on the dance floor and keep the party going all night long.

80’s Birthday Party DJs Los Angeles