Prom, events, and festivals are the perfect time to get creative. And while a lot of things go into the organization, one of the first things to consider is the event’s theme. This will determine and shape pretty much everything else, from dress code to decor, lighting, and even the venue.
So it is fair to say that creating a magical night starts with choosing the right theme. And this is where you get to be the architect of your memories, and start shaping your special moment with intention and creativity. From whimsy forests to a lavish Hollywood scene or an endlessly vivid Mardi Gras moment, the proper theme is sure to make your evening unforgettable.
If you need help choosing a theme for your prom or event, here are some suggestions that will make your evening a night to remember.
Enchanted Forest
A magical night starts with a magical setting. An enchanted forest theme is sure to bring out the most creative side of every student, setting a dress code inspired by fairies, witches, princes, knights, and even some mystical creatures.
Lush Forest
To get started on your journey, you will need the right ambiance and setting. Use our Lush Forest backdrop to create that otherworldly feeling. It depicts a thriving green forest that sprawls across the ground. Leafy ferns, poison ivy, and shrubs seem to weave a luxurious tapestry beneath your feet.
This drop is meticulously fashioned to whisk you away to a realm of imagination. The intricate nuances of the foliage, from the delicate fern fronds to the intertwined tree branches, weave an immersive tapestry unlike any other. The piece features a dry creek bed, moss-covered rock, and large trees that disappear into the gray haze of fog.
Enchanted Forest
For more whimsical greenery, you may also use the Enchanted Forest backdrop. Painted in striking colors, it features a lovely woodland situated on a vibrant pink ground with patches of green grass. Magenta mushrooms and blue, yellow, white, and orange flowers are nestled among the greens.
The foreground features trees with blue bark and bright lime-green leaves scattered around the scene. The dreamy sight is covered in sapphire hues and more blue-trunk trees that disappear in the misty distance.
Spring Forest
For a more fairytale-like scene, we offer the Spring Forest backdrop. The design depicts a beautiful spring forest landscape. The white and brown trunked trees have started to grow thick foliage. The shrubs and grass on the forest floor look lush and full of life.
Boulders are visible in the center of the backdrop, while in the background, the silhouettes of even more trees hidden in the mist can also be seen.
Winter Scenes
If you are going for a more winter-themed prom, the Winter Night Snow Landscape is the way to go. This theatrical backdrop depicts crisp, white, newly fallen snow in the foreground. The snow is so perfectly even and smooth that it almost appears as though there is a lake or pond with a thin layer of ice.
In the background, there are beautiful snow-covered pine trees. Beyond the pine tree are white, snowy mountains with a full moon hanging in a quiet, blue night sky.
Dark Forest
On the other hand, let’s say you want an eerie atmosphere to go with your horror-themed prom, the Chilling Dark Forest is a masterpiece designed to bring the scary forest ambience to life. Our theatrical backdrop features large, overgrown trees that bend and twist, creating a scary landscape.
Throughout the trees, you see a green glowing fog, slowly wrapping itself around tightly growing branches and debris. Several fallen trees sit on the ground near a boulder.
Any of these options features forest pathways, fairy tale scenes, and whimsical greenery, meant to bring the magic and drama to your evening.
Hollywood Glamour
Nothing is more unforgettable than a glamorous evening. Lights, flashes, lavish long gowns, glittery accents, and elegant settings all work together to create a sophisticated and magical ambiance.
Hollywood Montage
To get started on your dazzling Hollywood prom, you will need the right setting. To add some movie glitz and glamor at your next event, use our Hollywood Montage backdrop. This versatile backdrop features the classic Hollywood sign on a dark mountain with several buildings and the Los Angeles city skyline in the foreground. The LA skyline features such iconic places as the Chinese Theatre, the Brown Derby, and the Capitol Records building. The street signs for the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset can be seen on the right side. Long, beautiful palm trees seem to reach up into the night sky while search lights beam up into the heavens.
And for the classic Hollywood glamour, use our Hollywood Stars backdrop, which depicts an ornate stucco arch with a terracotta roof. On the surface of this arch, the word Hollywood is displayed.
Towering California palm trees grow on either side of the arch, while the foreground is dominated by film reels in close-up view. The night sky above is lit with star-shaped spotlights.
The Hollywood Paparazzi backdrop is also a great alternative. This fun and vibrant backdrop features several photographers snapping their cameras in silhouette under a starry sky. Spotlights project up into the sky, and Grauman’s Chinese Theatre sits to the left. On the right-hand side, the Griffith Observatory can be seen, flanked by palm trees.
Lastly, our Hollywood Pop-Up Drop is the perfect fit to turn the entire event into a star-worthy red carpet. This pop-up drop has the Hollywood Hills with the iconic Hollywood sign. The foreground is silhouettes of the city of Hollywood, including the famous Chinese Theatre. In the foreground are palm trees and searchlights.
Red Carpet Event
Another option is our Red Carpet Cityscape backdrop, which depicts a pair of red drapes and red carpet set on a blue and white tiled floor.
Lined on each side with red ropes on poles, the carpet rolls out to a view of the cityscape and its high-rise buildings.
For an award-inspired evening, use the Awards Stage with Drapery backdrop, which features blue shimmering curtains as a background, ruby-red carpeted stairs with gold accents, and red swag drapery that frames the image.
If you are looking for a darker ambiance, our Mountains and City Lights is perfect for you. This exterior drop features large, rolling mountains covered in deep ravines and ridges. City lights and search lights illuminate the hillside, and in the foreground, you can see the bright lights of a city. Palm trees and surrounding foliage can be seen in silhouette. The night sky is dark blue with tinges of black on the edges.
Use any of these options to bring the flashy charm and magnetic elegance to your special night.
Under the City Lights
Nothing captures the moment like a beautiful skyline and a concrete jungle. Bring the good times with black and blue skies, bright-colored lights, and starless memories.
Chicago Style
Start with the Nighttime Chicago Skyline backdrop. The foreground features the port with the waters lit up by the lights and reflections of the city. In the background is the Chicago skyline itself with its tall buildings, bright lights, and night sky.
The Eiffel Tower
For a more dramatic effect, the Eiffel Tower with Fireworks Pop-Up Drop is sure to cause an impact. The beautiful Eiffel Tower appears to be a golden monument as it lights up the night sky. In the sky, there are fireworks in blue, red, pink, and white.
San Francisco
Our San Francisco City Lights backdrop design is a realistic image of the San Francisco skyline at night. On the left, the San Francisco-Oakland Bridge is seen spanning the world-famous San Francisco Bay, while in the background, the cluster of buildings in the city’s downtown area is dominated by the iconic pointed profile of the Transamerica Pyramid.
New York’s Nightsky
Add the endless charm of the city that never sleeps with our Photorealistic New York Skyline backdrop. This picture was taken from the city’s harbor. The foreground features the port with a variety of ships and its waters lit up by the lights of the city. In the background is the New York City skyline itself with its tall buildings, bright lights, and starless night sky.
For a more magical feeling, use our New York Skyline Pop-Up Drop It depicts the port with a variety of ships and its waters lit up by the lights of the city. In the background is the New York City skyline itself with its tall buildings, bright lights, and starless night sky.
Seattle
We also offer the Seattle Skyline, which features a bird’s eye view of the most populous city in Washington state. This photo-realistic backdrop features the Seattle skyline with its brightly lit skyscrapers against a dark blue sky and the famous Space Needle on the far right-hand side.
Blinded by Vegas
Last but not least, our Vegas’ Skyline backdrop will bring the full brightness of Sin City to your prom. The backdrop showcases a photorealistic view of the modern Las Vegas Strip, focusing on three famous landmarks: Paris Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood, and the Showcase Mall. As the image is a nighttime view of the district, the city’s famous lights can be seen in their full splendor.
Use any of these gorgeous backdrops to create a magical prom under the stars and the beautiful lights of the city.
A Night Around the World
Ever dreamed of traveling the world? While a common fantasy, it is most definitely no easy feat. Use your special event as an excuse to experience exotic food, culture, and beautiful gowns from different places around the world, turning a magical evening into a dream come true.
Worldwide Landmarks
Take your event around the world with the Worldwide Landmarks backdrop. The scenic backdrop displays different monuments and statues from around the world, such as the Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, the Eiffel Tower, the Kremlin, and the Taj Mahal. The landmarks can be seen jutting out of a world map, all under a blue sky with white fluffy clouds.
The International Montage backdrop is also a great option to showcase landmarks from around the world. On the left-hand side, you can see The Statue of Liberty, while in the center, there is a fantastic shot of the Sydney Opera House. On the right-hand side of the drop, the Eiffel Tower is featured prominently with the Great Wall of China and the Egyptian pyramids right alongside it. In the background of the montage, there is a large map of the world featuring the different continents.
Italy
Allow your prom to hop around specific places by bringing them to some of the most iconic landmarks around the world. The Roman Coliseum is a great starting point for an unforgettable journey. This backdrop features the four-tiered elliptical-shaped amphitheater. It shows a contrast between the old and new, with the Coliseum standing tall despite its crumbling exterior and fast-moving cars circling the streets at its base.
India
Travel all the way into the captivating beauty of the Taj Mahal in India. This colorful and vibrant stage backdrop features the world-famous Taj Mahal and its reflection pool. On either side of the monument, there is lush, green grass and tall, thin cypress trees. Up above, the sky is a bright blue with white clouds moving across it.
France
Create a unique ambiance and take our prom to France. Our Paris Eiffel Tower backdrop features the beautiful Eiffel Tower in white, giving it the look that the structure is glowing from lights, standing on a body of water with fountains creating a pattern that surrounds the tower. The night sky shines beautifully with speckles of starlight and breezy cloud patterns.
London
If your lifelong dream is to travel to the United Kingdom, our Sunset London Skyline backdrop is certain to do the trick. It depicts the cityscape in which the Westminster Palace of London, home of the 2 houses of the U.K. Parliament, is seen as the most prominent building. It is dominated by its clock tower, Elizabeth Tower, more popularly known as Big Ben. The River Thames winds its way through the city in the foreground, and on its surface, boats and barges can be seen navigating. The silhouettes of other buildings recede into the distance, where they meet the famous, perennially melancholy skies of London.
These are all great options to turn your prom into a wanderlust-inspired event and let you choose your dream destination.
Themed Options
Nothing satisfies a craving for something glamorous and unique quite like a themed event. Dive into the elegance of the mysterious, the drama of the glitzy, and the colorful eccentricity with these prom themes.
Casino Royale
If your dream prom includes a casino-themed evening filled with red carpets, playing cards, dramatic lighting, and shimmering suits and gowns, then you will need our Vegas Montage backdrop. This stage backdrop depicts the famous 1959 “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign designed by visual artist Betty Willis. Behind it are illustrations of a roulette wheel, casino chips, gaming dice, and playing cards.
Use it to depict your ideal scenery for a truly stylish evening.
Masquerade Ball
For a more elegant, luxurious, and mysterious atmosphere, a Masquerade Ball-themed prom might be the right fit for you. Use our Noble Ballroom backdrop to create a timeless moment and bring the drama to the venue. This stunning backdrop features towering gabled windows framing the background, revealing a glowing night sky and the distant silhouette of a city, its windows softly illuminated. Stage right features a grand fireplace with a shield mounted above a warm, roaring fire, adding both grandeur and a sense of intimacy. The walls are adorned with elaborate woodwork, while overhead, a domed ceiling showcases a spectacular chandelier that completes the opulent atmosphere.
Another option is our Red Majestic Ballroom backdrop, composed primarily of gold with beautiful, red accents. In the center of the ballroom is a charming staircase covered in a luxurious red carpet. The staircase leads to two sides of the gallery, supported by elegant pillars. In the background, you see tall, paneled windows with a large door in the center. The ceiling is a gold dome with a beautiful chandelier hanging from the center.
Underwater Scenes
Dive into an aquatic theme with our Underwater Coral Reef backdrop. It depicts a peaceful underwater scene filled with colorful corals spread out across the bottom, along with a few seaweeds and aquatic plants that have taken root in the reefs. The ocean blue waters are illuminated by the sun’s rays coming through the underwater currents.
Another great option is our bright and vibrant Colorful Undersea Coral theatrical backdrop. It features a peaceful corner of the sea, filled with colorful reefs with rocks, aquatic plants, a large clam, and green seaweed. A turtle and various kinds of fish can be seen swimming around the calm waters.
Relish the blue lighting, lavish decor, and ocean-inspired gowns by using these beautiful options on your special night.
Retro
A Retro-inspired evening, while common, makes for a truly good time. You get to choose a decade filled with rock ‘n’ roll, bold hairstyles, colorful dresses, or dazzling disco balls.
Use our Totally 90’s backdrop to set the tone for a night defined by nostalgic music and vibrant colors. Our 1990s montage stage backdrop rental is all that and a bag of chips! Beautifully colored, with the catchy phrase in the center, surrounded by brightly painted shapes and abstract designs in yellow, red, pink, and blue.
You can also go for a more 60’s choice and rent our Retro backdrop, which features cyan, pink, blue, black, and violet geometric shapes rendered in a classic 60s-style pattern.
And, if you are looking for something even more immersive, our Tie Dye backdrop will leave you feeling heady as you dance the night away. Featuring bright spirals of orange, yellow, blue, and red, it creates the perfect setting to dye your memories with even more vibrant colors.
Mardi Grass
If you want a more unique take, filled with colors, life, and festive music, a Mardi Gras theme is sure to bring the spice to your special night. Use our Mardi Gras Masks backdrop to bring this vision to life. It depicts detailed and eccentric masks typical of carnival festivities held before the Catholic season of Lent. Two masks are on full display, one red with green beading around the eyes and purple and light pink feathers fanning out, and a golden mask with white detailing and yellow and blue plumage. Behind them, there are complicated dark patterns that really bring out the bright colors of the feathered masks.
Fill your night with feathers, masks, dazzling lights, and bright colors by using our backdrop as a setting for your prom.
Let Your Creativity Take You Far
Prom is beyond just a dance or celebration. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an event tailored for you and your friends to commemorate a major milestone. Choosing the perfect theme is a getaway into a journey that allows your creativity to take flight and helps you create a mental photobook of your own design.
Do not waste the opportunity to go all out and transform a night to remember into a massive party filled with great music, mindless dancing, breathtaking gowns, flashing lights, and infinite color, by using our backdrops designed to turn a magical moment into a landmark memory.
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