13 Unique “Space Jam” Party Ideas To Throw It Back To The 90s (2024)

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You loved the original Space Jam when it first came out in the 90s. Now, Space Jam: A New Legacy has introduced your favorite Looney Toons spin-off to your kids. That calls for a cross-generational party that blends the best of classic 90s Space Jam with today. And luckily, we’ve got a few ideas up our sleeve. Keep reading to discover 13 of our favorite Space Jam party ideas sure to be a slam dunk. 

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1. Watch both Space Jam movies in a private movie theater

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Remember watching the original Space Jam in theaters for the first time? Give your kids the same experience by setting up a projector and watching the movie on the big screen. If you don’t have a digital projector and a sheet, try hosting your Space Jam party ideas at a home with a private screening room. It’s a surefire way to create an unrivaled viewing experience for guests. 

You can easily book a private movie theater in cities across the globe using Peerspace, but one of our favorites is the theater room in this private home with stunning downtown views in Houston, TX. The home itself is impeccable, and the theater room boasts a 150″ screen for watching the Space Jam movies back to back in epic style!

2. Hit the court and challenge your guests to a basketball tourney

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Come on, is a Space Jam-themed party really complete without basketball? If you don’t have a hoop on your home turf, rent a basketball court through Peerspace to help you set the stage for competition. Divide guests into two teams, Monstars and Tunes – then hand out a prize to the winner… like an old Space Jam VHS tape! 

3. Don’t forget to host the obligatory dunking contest 

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How well do you think your guests can dunk like their favorite toons? Try hosting a dunking contest for everyone to test their skills out. Okay, maybe no one’s arm will stretch like taffy. But it can still lead to some show-stopping moments at your party. Make sure your camera is on the action setting to capture memories of the occasion. 

Check out even more movie party ideas to inspire your next theme gathering here!

4. Keep things simple and play H-O-R-S-E or a Space Jam variation

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Not feeling a full-blown basketball game? Try a different game instead, like H-O-R-S-E. To keep things on the Space Jam theme, try choosing a different word like R-A-B-B-I-T or J-O-R-D-A-N. While the letters may be different, the rules stay the same. And all you need is a basketball, a hoop, and your friends to make it happen. 

5. Encourage guests to dress like their favorite Space Jam characters

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When you’re trying to dunk like Michael Jordan, it helps to look the part. So, why not transform your Space Jam event into a costume party? 

Ask your guests to come in their best Space Jam-inspired duds, like Tune squad uniforms or Looney Tunes costumes. Even more subtle fashion choices can help you set the theme, like a Buggs Bunny hoodie. This is one of those Space Jam party ideas that let guests show their party spirit, no matter their age. 

6. Watch your favorite Looney Toons shows and movies

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As awesome as Space Jam is, there’s a whole library of Looney Tunes to share with your kids. Try watching some of your favorite Looney Tunes together at the party, like What’s Opera, Doc? or Duck Amuck. It’s a lowkey Space Jam party idea that allows you to share classic cartoons with your kids. 

7. Get crafty and bake a basketball-shaped cake

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After a long afternoon playing basketball, everyone will need some fuel to recharge. And what better way than a sugar rush from cake? 

To keep your cake on theme, try using a dome or round cake and frosting it to look like a basketball. If your kids aren’t cake fans, any round party treat can fit the theme — like cake pops, cookies, or even cream-filled donuts. If you don’t feel like baking yourself, book a bakery through Peerspace and ask the host to help you out. Peerspace hosts are always happy to help you in any aspect of party planning that they can.

8. Decorate Looney Toon cookies in a professional kitchen setting 

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Here’s another edible Space Jam party idea. Grab your favorite pre-made cookie dough and some Looney Tunes cookie cutters, then bake cookies for your party guests. Once the cookies are cool and dry, let guests decorate them with frosting bags. It’s a stellar way to let guests DIY their party experience and enjoy customized treats.

If you want to speed up the baking process, a Peerspace kitchen with double ovens can do the trick. We love this colorful Junior Chefs of America kitchen that you can book for your Space Jam baking party as one suggestion!

9. Get animated with a Space Jam dance party 

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When Welcome to the Jam starts playing, it’s hard not to get up and move. Try blasting a Space Jam-inspired playlist at your party for a dance-off. Plenty of 90s tracks can help you create a nostalgic vibe, like songs by Nsync, TLC, or Destiny’s Child. To set the scene, a dance party venue, like this elegant ballroom in New York City, NY, can inspire your guests to get up and move. 

10. Decorate a Space Jam photo booth

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After an afternoon of partying, you’ll need a spot to capture memories of the day. So why not create a custom photo booth for the occasion? Decorations like a basketball-inspired balloon arch or Looney Tunes cutouts can help you conquer the party theme.

If you need help finding inspiration, check out how this Queens/Long Island selfie studio creates killer themes with only a handful of props. Yes, it even has a half-court set with orange walls, basketballs, and a hoop!

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11. Go 90s and hand out CDs as party favors

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Remember how cool you felt in the 90s with your massive CD collection? Yeah, you’re officially old. But guess what? Now CDs are retro. That makes them an awesome themed party favor. Burn some CDs containing your Space Jam-inspired mixtape, then hand them out to your guests as they leave for the night. The other old souls at your party can play them on their stereos for a nostalgic rush. 

12. Challenge your guests to some Looney Tunes trivia

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You and your kids love Space Jam, but how well do you know it really? Can you name the Looney Tunes character who gets the first line or the movies that director Joe Pytka worked on before making his way to outer space? Find out with a round of Space Jam trivia at your party. 

You can find trivia questions from the movie’s IMDB page. Keep track of who gets the most answers correct, then award them a prize for their galaxy-sized brain. 

13. Head outdoors and host a dope Space Jam pool party

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Ever played basketball by the pool? Now’s your chance to give it a try! Plenty of pool rental venues on Peerspace have basketball hoops close by, like this luxurious pool and backyard in Katy, TX featuring an awesome basketball hoop right next to the water. Your kids will get to burn off their energy and enjoy the ultimate day of summery basketball fun. It’s possibly the best of all the epic Space Jam party ideas for summer birthdays

Space Jam party ideas: conclusion

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We hope these Space Jam party ideas have inspired your party planning! As you can see, throwing a party in honor of this fun franchise is easy to do. Simply pick out your favorite suggestions from the list above and book an amazing party venue through Peerspace that has the style and amenities you want.

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