If you’ve got a knack for becoming the life of the party and entertaining other people, then party tricks are your trusty secret weapon. This is what separates you from the crowd, so why not go big the next time you are at a party?
That said, surprising people with clever and fun tricks is one thing, and setting off fireworks in the garage is another. We want to make sure that our ideas help you attract everyone’s attention without potentially harming anyone, including yourself.
Believe it or not, the key to mastering party tricks is through practice, determination, and a strong desire to entertain others. You want to spend some time making sure that you are executing these tricks flawlessly, leaving no gap for doubts or accusations.
Subtlety is also important when pulling off party tricks, as you may occasionally want to set up the scene for dramatic effects. Now, without further ado, let’s dive into the best party tricks you can use to entertain your friends at your next get-together!
Blow Long Bubbles With A CD
This is the only trick that involves a small part with fire, so we suggest you follow safety measures while doing it. The aim is to blow plastic bubbles using an old CD. First and foremost, grab an old CD that you won’t be needing anymore.
The next step is to scratch the paint off the disc with a rough surface, such as a little bit of sandpaper or a scouring pad. Once you manage to get all the paint off, heat a part of the CD using a lighter.
The moment you notice the plastic turning soft and gooey, stop heating the CD and blow on the heated part. You will notice a long plastic bubble pop off the heated part of the CD. It’s really something to watch this trick if you’ve never seen it done before!
Teleporting a Dime
This is a classic grandpa trick, so many of you might already be familiar with it. To those who want to learn the mystery behind the disappearing coin, though, here’s how it works. First, get a coin (like a dime or nickel) and stick your hands out, palms facing up.
Put the coin in one of your palms and ask the audience to take a look at the coin carefully before you transfer it to the other hand. If they doubt you, try to divert their attention while you shut your hands quickly, tossing the coin from one hand to another.
The secret behind this trick is to get your switching speed up. That way, keen observers won’t be able to spot your little cheat, and you’ll be able to dazzle them with your finesse and clever moves.
Juggle Like a Pro
Juggling is by far one of the oldest and arguably the most entertaining tricks known to mankind. The stakes can go really high if you are juggling multiple items, especially risky ones like fireballs or clubs.
Although we don’t suggest trying out fireballs for the first time, a tennis ball or an apple is a good starting point for beginners. Many people practice with scarves, too, as they’re lightweight and gauzy and it’s easy to control their descent.
Now we can all agree that juggling doesn’t come easy to all, though. With that in mind, if you are struggling to keep up, you can always rely on professional jugglers near you to teach you the ropes or put on a good show if you can’t cut it.
Turn Water Into Whisky
This is our favorite party trick by far, and if everything else fails, this one will surely win over the toughest crowd. The task is simple: you are going to turn water into whisky… but with a slight optical illusion twist.
Start by taking two glasses and filling them to the brim. One glass will be full of water, and the other will be whiskey. Next, you’re going to want to place a playing card atop the water glass.
Now carefully place the glass of water capped with the playing card on top of the whiskey glass. Very slowly add a little bit of space between the whiskey and the water by slightly sliding the card.
Due to the varying densities of the two beverages, the whiskey will slowly start climbing up and replacing the water in the glass above. In just a short amount of time, the whiskey will completely switch with the water, leaving your guests amazed.
Become a Water Bender
This is another classic trick that stems from an interesting science fact about water. After learning this trick, you would be able to turn water into ice in a fraction of seconds. You start by filling a bottle with tap water and putting it in the fridge.
Let the water cool, but don’t let it freeze completely. When it is at the right temperature, just before the freezing point, you can take out the bottle. Give it a quick little shake and watch the water turn to ice almost instantly. Voila – it’s magic!
We’ve all been to those parties where the energy is low and everyone looks bored. If you want to liven it up, why not consider some of these tricks? They’ll definitely put a smile on your guests’ faces and spark some interesting conversations, as well!
