Old School Sleepover
A Girls Night Sleepover Like When We Were Kids!
Ready to relive the best parts of your childhood with a Throwback Pajama Party? This girls' night sleepover is packed with everything that made sleepovers as a kid so memorable—think cozy PJ’s, late-night snacks, endless giggles, and nostalgic activities! It’s time to celebrate the magic of friendship and the simple joy of being together, just like the sleepovers you had when you were younger. Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends or celebrating a special occasion, this night will be full of laughs, memories, and a lot of fun.
Planning
Setting the Scene – Cozy and Nostalgic Vibes
To set the tone for your throwback pajama party, think back to the good ol’ days of childhood sleepovers. You’ll want to fill the space with comfy vibes, bright colors, and retro items that make you feel like you’ve been transported back to your childhood.
Decor: Cozy, Playful, and a Touch of Nostalgia
Pillow Forts and Blanket Forts: Nothing says childhood sleepover like a cozy pillow or blanket fort. Use soft, oversized blankets to create a comfy area for everyone to hang out and chat. Add pillows, string lights, and fairy lights to create the ultimate cozy retreat.
Retro Posters & Tapestries: Decorate the walls with vintage or throwback posters—think Spice Girls, NSYNC, or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. You can even add colorful tapestries that bring back memories of your favorite childhood themes.
DIY Slumber Party Essentials: Have a DIY corner with some classic sleepover essentials: coloring books, friendship bracelet-making kits, and even old-school magazines (think Teen Vogue or Seventeen). Add a couple of bean bags or lounge chairs for the ultimate chill-out zone.
The Dress Code – Pajamas, of Course!
This is a sleepover, so you’ve got to go all out with the pajamas! The more fun and nostalgic, the better!
Pajama Party Vibes: Pajamas That Take You Back
Classic Flannel PJs: Get cozy in matching flannel pajamas or oversized cotton nightshirts. Think of the flannel PJs you wore as a kid, or even the ones your mom used to buy you in fun prints like polka dots, hearts, or stripes.
Sleepover-Themed PJs: Encourage your guests to get creative and pick out sleepwear that brings back memories of their childhood sleepovers. Whether it's cartoon character onesies, fun graphic tees, or fluffy slippers, go for maximum comfort with a splash of fun.
Matching PJs: For extra fun, ask your friends to come in matching PJs for a true throwback feel. You can choose pastel-colored sets, striped pajama pants, or anything that matches for that “group sleepover” vibe.
The Menu – Snack Attack, Childhood Style
No sleepover is complete without an array of delicious snacks. Let’s bring back the nostalgic treats that we all used to love as kids—because every girls’ night is better with some fun food!
Snacks & Drinks: Nostalgic Treats for the Win
Popcorn Bar: Create a popcorn station with a variety of seasonings and toppings. Offer classic butter, cheese powder, caramel, and chocolate drizzle, as well as fun add-ins like gummy bears, chocolate chips, or pretzels. It’s like a DIY popcorn bar from your childhood dreams!
Mini Pizzas or Bagel Bites: Nothing says childhood sleepover like mini pizzas or bagel bites! Serve up a platter of these easy-to-eat bites and pair them with some fun dipping sauces like ranch, marinara, or cheesy garlic sauce.
Gummy Candy & Fruit Snacks: Bring out your childhood favorites like gummy bears, gummy worms, or fruit snacks. They’re the perfect easy, sugary treat to munch on throughout the night.
Cupcakes & Cookies: Serve some classic cupcakes with colorful frosting and sprinkles, or bake some cookies (chocolate chip, sugar, or snickerdoodle!) to enjoy while catching up. You can even add some mini cookies shaped like smiley faces, hearts, or stars for extra fun.
S'mores Station: Bring the campfire vibes indoors with a DIY s’mores station. Use marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate bars, and set up a little campfire to toast your marshmallows. You can even go all out and make a s’mores bar with different flavors and toppings.
Milk & Cookies: A throwback to the classic “milk and cookies” pairing—serve chilled milk (or your favorite dairy-free option) alongside a variety of cookies. It's a sleepover classic you can never go wrong with!
Drinks: Sweet & Fun
Hot Chocolate Bar: Create a hot chocolate bar with toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, peppermint sticks, and sprinkles. If you’re feeling fancy, throw in some flavored syrups for a fun twist!
Fruit Punch or Soda Floats: Bring back childhood drink favorites like fruit punch (with a cute punch bowl!) or make root beer floats or soda floats with ice cream and fizzy soda. It’s nostalgic, fun, and totally delicious.
Sleepover Smoothies: For a healthier option, create a smoothie bar with a variety of fresh fruits, yogurt, and milk. Guests can blend their own smoothie flavors or enjoy fun toppings like granola, coconut flakes, or chia seeds.
For The Morning:
Order donuts & coffee a “sweet” treat before everyone heads out
Make cinnamon rolls & pancakes
Get McDonalds breakfast
The Party
To make the most of your throwback pajama party, you’ll want to dive into nostalgic activities that will get everyone laughing and reminiscing.
Classic Sleepover Games
Truth or Dare: Keep it classic with an old-school game of Truth or Dare. Go wild with the dares—like “Imitate a famous movie scene” or “Call your mom and sing a song”—and prepare for some seriously funny moments.
Twister: Pull out the old-school Twister mat and challenge your friends to a hilarious game. It’s always a crowd-pleaser, and it’s guaranteed to result in lots of giggles.
Guess the Song: Play some throwback tunes from your childhood and challenge your friends to guess the name of the song or artist. From Spice Girls to Backstreet Boys, the playlist is full of hits you’ll all know and love.
Board Games & Card Games: Break out some nostalgic games like Guess Who?, Monopoly, or Sorry!, or dive into card games like Uno or Go Fish. It’s a great way to bring back the fun of your sleepover days.
DIY Friendship Bracelets: Set up a DIY station where everyone can make their own friendship bracelets with colorful strings, beads, and charms. This is a fun way to bond and create something you can take home as a keepsake from the night. You can even trade bracelets like you did back in the day.
Movie Marathon – Childhood Classics: Watch the best movies from your childhood sleepovers, like The Princess Diaries, Mean Girls, Clueless, or Legally Blonde. Pick a few films that everyone can quote and laugh about together. You can even pause the movie to reminisce about old school crushes, fashion, or iconic moments.
DIY Face Masks & Painting Nails: Channel your childhood sleepover pampering sessions by making your own DIY face masks. Once you have those on, paint each others nails with fun colors!
Favors: Send Your Guests Home with Fun Memories
To cap off the evening, send your guests home with a little something special to remember the night.
Mini Slumber Party Kits: Give each guest a mini sleepover kit with cute items like fuzzy socks, lip balm, a sleep mask, and mini hand creams. You could even add in a few mini snacks for them to take home.
Friendship Bracelets: If you made friendship bracelets during the night, give them as parting gifts. You could also add a little tag that says “Besties for Life” or “Sleepover Squad.” Treats: Package up some of the leftover snacks or treats in cute little bags or boxes as parting gifts. Include fun labels like “Double Trouble” or “Twinning is Winning!”