How to Throw a Glow Foam Party
If you’re looking for unique and interesting options to add to traditional birthday parties or other celebrations, a glow foam party could be the perfect idea. Incorporating foam into your events adds an element of playfulness and excitement that can bring them from enjoyable to truly unforgettable.
Never heard of a glow foam party? Prepare to be amazed at the many possibilities when it comes to upgrading your next party with glow-in-the-dark foam.
What Is a Glow Foam Party?
Even if you’ve never experienced a glow foam party, you’ve probably been to an event that utilizes a blacklight and glow-in-the-dark UV elements. This may take the form of glowstick dance parties, glow-in-the-dark accessories, or exciting light shows under a blacklight.
Glow foam parties operate in the same way, using special blacklight technology and curated room lighting to make UV materials glow in bright, neon colors. If this wasn’t exciting enough, you also get to fill the party with billowing foam that guests will have tons of fun playing with!
Creating a memorable glow foam party is easy as long as you have the right materials. Start with your foam machine from Foam Party Supplies and find out what else you’ll need to offer these events!
Essentials for a Neon Foam Party
A glow-in-the-dark foam party should be a truly immersive experience where guests can lose themselves in the bright colors and fluffy texture of the glowing foam. UV-reactive foam is specially designed to react to blacklight without sacrificing the all-natural, safe ingredients you expect from Foam Party Supplies foam solution.
Even though glow foam parties are simple to set up with essential materials like Pour-n-Glow UV Foam Solution and a UV Party Light, there’s more to the perfect neon foam party than just the basics.
The atmosphere and accessories you provide will combine with the exciting vibe of glow-in-the-dark foam to create the party of your clients’ dreams.
Lighting and Foam
UV-activated foam is designed to glow under a specific type of light only — blacklight. In order to make your blacklight device effective, hosting your glow foam party in a completely dark room is essential. The more natural light gets into the room, the less your foam will glow to its full potential.
Depending on the size of the space, you may need to set up multiple UV blacklights around the room to make sure enough light hits all the foam from your foam machine.
Additionally, just like any indoor foam party, the room should have water-safe floors like linoleum or tile. Avoid hosting a foam party in a room that has carpeting or wood flooring.
Types of UV Foam
When it comes to UV foam, you have two options to choose from — pre-mixed solution or powder. Both options will give you the vibrant, exciting glow foam party you’re looking for, so the difference lies in price and convenience.
UV Glow Foam Powder is priced lower since you have to mix it yourself with water in order to create foam. Conversely, the pre-mixed solution is ready to go into your foam machine right from the package, which makes it a much more convenient option if you’re planning a party in a time crunch.
As you’re collecting the materials you’ll need for your glow foam parties, don’t forget foam colorant! UV foam naturally glows a neon green color under blacklight, but you can fill your glow foam parties with lots more exciting colors using foam colorant.
Each jar contains enough powder to color up to 40 gallons of mixed foam solution. The more vibrant you want your color, the more colorant powder you should add.
Glow in the Dark Atmosphere
Accessorize your glow foam parties to the max by filling the room with other UV-activated items. These accessories could include things like:
- Party streamers
- Glow sticks
- Face paint
- Dance floor
- Sunglasses
- Necklaces
- Balloons
From decor to use during the event to party favors guests can take home, there are so many cool glow-in-the-dark accessories and decorations that will elevate your glow foam parties to the next level.
What to Wear to a Glow Foam Party
Wondering what to recommend guests wear to a glow foam party? Certain colors will glow underneath the UV light just like the foam, including bright white or anything neon.
In addition to the glow-in-the-dark element, it’s important to dress in appropriate attire for a foam party. Help guests to protect themselves from slipping hazards by wearing close-toed shoes with grip. Also, let your guests know to avoid wearing anything that shouldn’t get wet.
How to Set Up a UV Foam Party
You’re ready to set up your UV foam experience with all the necessary products and accessories, but how do you start? Check out these helpful tips for selecting your venue and guaranteeing safety.
Venue Selection
As mentioned earlier, a party room should have water-safe floors like tile or linoleum and be able to reach complete darkness. You could also host a glow foam party in a room with a concrete floor such as a garage. Drainage is a plus as it will help with cleanup.
Safety Considerations
Removing any potential tripping hazards from the party area is important, as the foam will completely cover the floor. Insist on close-toed shoes with high grip for your guests, and make sure that any electrical wiring or exposed outlets are protected from the foam.
Start Planning Your Next Event With Foam Party Supplies
The glow foam parties of your clients’ dreams are waiting for you with high-quality UV-reactive products from Foam Party Supplies. Load up your foam machine with UV foam solution, and you’re well on your way to creating an event guests will never forget.
Have questions about hosting a glow foam party? Contact us today to speak with one of our helpful team members!
