12 Whimsical Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Ideas

Looking for whimsical Mad Hatter’s tea party ideas? Keep reading! We’ve put together a list of the twelve best tips for creating an atmosphere that would make the iconic Lewis Carroll character proud.

1. Find your perfect venue on Peerspace

All of your best Mad Hatter’s tea party ideas start with the right venue. Where do you find them? On Peerspace, the world’s largest peer-to-peer marketplace for hourly event and production venue rentals. There are hundreds of locations all over the UK from local hosts who have offered their unique spaces for anyone to use.

For instance, check out this modern home with beautiful clean lines and decor in Manchester that’s ideal for hosting any type of party. Take a virtual tour through some of the high-quality photos uploaded by the host and see what we mean!

“I had booked this space for a private family and friends dinner for my birthday and graduation celebration and we had the best time.” said Peerspace user Aina O. “The property host is very professional, kind and responsive and took the effort to make the property meet high standards with its modern luxurious interiors, it definitely did go above my expectations and my guests were very happy. I will definitely be returning and will recommend small intimate celebrations or large group holidays/get away. It was home away from home.”

2. “Don’t be late!” Send out the right invitations

How do you ensure that your guests show up on time? By sending out an invitation they won’t want to miss! There are some fantastic options on Etsy like this customisable Mad Hatter’s invitation from TheSassabyPartyCo’s shop. You’ll have a super easy time editing it to contain all your pertinent party information and you can even send it as a digital invite.

3. Play a topsy-turvy party game

Want your guests to feel a little off balance like Alice did on her adventure down the rabbit hole? Try out something like this Disney Mad Hatter’s Tea Party game from Amazon! This fun twist on the stacking tower style of the game is a perfect addition to any party and will surely cause some laughs.

Check out these special, fancy tea party ideas for more entertainment suggestions!

4. Find creative displays for desserts and treats

It goes without saying that your Mad Hatter’s tea party should include plenty of sweets and treats, especially if you’re planning a birthday party. But what about displaying them? You’d have to be mad to just leave them out on a plate, so try something like these teapot cake stands from Party Delights! These are a great way to elevate any regular dessert into a themed treat your guests will adore.

5. Take things outdoors to the garden

One of the best Mad Hatter’s tea party ideas is to get outside and give yourself the space to set up all your decorations. Don’t have a garden at home? When you search for venues on Peerspace, you’ll come across plenty of gardens available for parties and events.

This large mature garden with River Mole access is a shining example of what we mean. This acre and acre-and-a-half property has so much to love and comes at a very affordable rate.

While you’re planning your garden party, head to Etsy and grab yourself a pack of these incredible “Alice in Wonderland” themed garden party props from EnFete’s store.

6. Make a “drink me” potion bar

You’ll want your party to have all sorts of funny little references to the story. If you’re looking to provide drinks for your party guests and want something on theme, try this “Drink Me Potion” recipe from Our WabiSabi Life. It won’t shrink your guests, but it will definitely leave them smiling from the delicious taste!

7. Pose for pictures in a photo booth

Having a photobooth is a winner for any theme party. Guests love to have an opportunity to use silly props and take home pictures that commemorate the occasion.

On Peerspace, there are many venues available where there’s already a photo booth on-site! Check out this creative industrial vibe event studio in Essex to see what we mean. It has a photo booth ready to go that can even be customised with a logo for your event.

8. Go big with decorations

Planning your party on a budget? There are some really easy ways to get tons of great decorations and ideas all in one. This pack of “Alice in Wonderland” party supplies from Amazon is a great way to get a huge bang for your buck. In fact, it comes with everything from table runners to balloons!

9. Fancy hats required

If you’re the type of person who throws a theme party as an excuse to get dressed up in costume, this is a great opportunity! You can either have your guests dress up as their favorite “Alice in Wonderland” character or just require that everyone wears the largest, silliest hat they can find.

We share more magical “Alice in Wonderland” party ideas here!

10. Greet guests with a talking doorknob

Your guests should be greeted at the door and know exactly what they’re getting into. What better way to do that than with this door knob hang tag from LGCreativeStudio’s Etsy shop? Just print this template out and next thing you know you’ll have your front door looking like the classic character from the story!

11. Bright colors and eclectic designs

The most crucial aspect of all of your Mad Hatter’s tea party ideas is keeping things feeling fantastical. A great way to achieve that is by decorating your space with bright and bold colors.

For a shortcut, find a venue on Peerspace like this chic warehouse loft in Hackney with big windows and colorful artwork everywhere! Take a look through some of the photos and see for yourself why this spot comes so highly-rated by Peerspace users.

12. Don’t forget the Cheshire Cat

We would hate to leave you today without referencing the iconic Cheshire Cat from the story. Our favorite way to incorporate the fan-favorite is with this amazing pinata from HelloPinatas on Etsy! Give everybody a swing and fill this great party finale with tea bags, treats, party favors, and more.

Find unique tea party venues on Peerspace