Are you having more fun than the King of Summer?

Put away your school books and get ready for Shark Week!  Starting Aug. 10, Discovery Channel will be hosting their annual shark week marathon, just in time for a break from the back-to-school rush.  But why waste the last days of summer sun indoors?  Mix it up with your own Shark Week festivities and celebrate the new school year with ideas from the Wonder Pool family!

Make a splash with a “dive-in” movie

Looking for a great party theme?  Why not host a “dive-in” movie?  We were inspired by swimmingpool.com’s pool party ideas, and think this party theme is the perfect way for you to entertain guests.

Starting off,you will need plenty of seating or pool floaties so your guests can relax.   Move your television outdoors or rent a projector and set up a surface to use as the screen –  this can be a light-colored sheet or even the side of your house.

Snacks are simple.  Classic drive-in treats like soft drinks, popcorn, and candy are great, no-fuss options.  Your local dollar store should have popcorn bags or buckets that will match this retro theme.  Now, narrow your theme by choosing the movie.

The Retro Drive-In Vibe

For a classic retro theme, choose a fun, B-rated film, like Beach Blanket Bingo, that will be sure to make your audience laugh.  There are plenty beach-themed classics which will match your venue, and you can play 60’s music, like the Beach Boys, before and after to add to the retro feel.

Go for the Cult Classic

You can never go wrong with Jaws. Find boogie boards at your local pool store and cut bite marks into them.  Order inflatable sharks to fill the pool.  If you have younger guests, play a game like “Humans versus Sharks” – see these instructions for a similar version of the game.

Jolly Jellyfish Sinkers

Let the Kids Decide

If this party is for kids, try Finding Nemo.  Purchase diving sticks or other diving toys and have the kids find their own “Nemo.”  Collect a variety of toy sea creatures, like Melissa and Doug’s Jolly Jellyfish Sinkers, so they can identify their favorite characters.

Whichever movie you decide to show, you’re party is sure to be a fun break from the summer heat.  Don’t forget to ask your local pool store how you can get your pool ready for the event.