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Getting into college is a huge deal—and definitely something worth celebrating! One of the cutest (and trendiest) ways to mark the occasion? A college bed party.
Whether it’s your dream school or a new adventure you’re excited to begin, a bed party is the perfect way to soak it all in, snap some cute pics, and celebrate this big milestone in style.
Wait… what’s a bed party?
A bed party is exactly what it sounds like—a celebration that takes place right on your bed! Think cozy blankets, themed balloons, confetti, your new college gear, and lots of fun decor spread around.
It’s like a mini photo shoot mixed with a party, and it’s all about creating a vibe that screams school spirit meets aesthetic goals. These parties are especially popular for college decision/reveals, acceptance celebrations, or even back-to-school send-offs.
Whether you’re throwing a bed party for yourself or surprising a friend, I’ve rounded up 40+ fun and creative college bed party ideas to help you plan the ultimate celebration.
From color-coordinated themes to over-the-top balloon setups, these ideas will totally upgrade your Insta feed and make this moment unforgettable!
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These images are just for inspiration! So if you don’t see your college or university below don’t worry. Use these as your guide and customize your room with your schools colors and merch.
As always feel free to save these images on Pinterest to share with friends or bookmark this page to save it for later!
The best College bed party ideas you need to try this year!
45) Roll Tide via Jaidyn
Image and decor via @jaidynshapiro
44) TSU Purple & White via Nalla
Image and decor via @nalla_jolie
43) Tennesse Orange via CREATIVEJAWNS
Image and decor via @CREATIVEJAWNS
42) Indy Ready via Giuli
Image and decor via @giulianarazzano
41) U Miami Celebration via Lauren
Image and decor via @lauren.dominguez_
40) Coastal Carolina University Bed Party via Ava
Image and decor via @ava.caminiti
39) Wisco Bound via CREATIVEJAWNS
Image and decor via @creativejawnsllc
38) Michigan Decor via Perfect Atmosphere
Image and decor via @perfectatmosphere
37) SMU dreams via LOJO collegiate apparel
Image and decor via @lojobands
36) Headed to Clemson via Chloe
Image and decor via @chloe.giordanoo
35) Bing Bound via Madison
Image and decor via @madisonmicara
34) University of Florida Ready via Styled by Jules LLC
Image and decor via @styledbyjulesllc
33) Boomer Sooner via Alexa
Image and decor via @alexa.zielinski
32) NYU Bound via Styled by Jules LLC
Image and decor via @styledbyjulesllc
31) Cornell Ready via From L&L With Love
Image and decor via @fromlandlwithlove
30) A Texas Celebration via Stina
Image and decor via @stinadoesit
29) Heading to Mercy via Preppy Stepps
Image and decor via @preppystepps
28) Tulane Ready via CREATIVEJAWNS
Image and decor via @creativejawnsllc
27) Maryland Celebrations via CREATIVEJAWNS
Image and decor via @creativejawnsllc
26) Vanderbilt Ready via Olivia
Image and decor via @olivialancz
25) Here we go University of Arkansas via Georgia
Image and decor via @georgiacraytonn
24) The University of Rhode Island ready via Carly
Image and decor via @byydreww
23) SJU Bed Party via Balloons By Allie
Image and decor via @balloonsby_allie
22) HOOS Ready? via Natalie
Image and decor via @nataliecelano
21) Boston Bound via CREATIVEJAWNS
Image and decor via @creativejawnsllc
20) UCF Proud via Crafty Brains
Image and decor via @craftybrains
19) USC Glow via Karen
Image and decor via @_karenotero
18) Ole Miss via Heidi
Image and decor via @jordnemme
17) San Diego State Ready via CREATIVEJAWNS
Image and decor via @creativejawnsllc
16) Celebrating CUSE via Allyssa
Image and decor via @allyssaviente
15) Belmont via Best Life Balloons
Image and decor via @bestlifeballoons
14) GMU Excitement via Ken
Image and decor via @k._.suave
13) Excited for Fairfield via Rachel’s Room
Image and decor via @rachels.room
12) Lehigh Love via Claudia
Image and decor via @claudiaparlamis
11) Sacred Heart via Yohana
Image and decor via @yohanamartinevents
10) Ready for SHU via Lauren
Image and decor via @lauren_01104
9) Wake Forest Celebration via Suzi Okun
Image and decor via @suzokiart
8) Cortland Ready via Styles by Sam
Image and decor via @stylesbysam._
7) Go Ducks! via Posh
Image and decor via @poshpapetiere
6) Ohio State Ready via Brooklyn
Image and decor via @brooke.macina
5) Creighton Bound via Rachel’s Room
Image and decor via @rachels.room
4) Miami University via Darya
Image and decor via @darya_olefir
3) Go Blue Hens via Maya
Image and decor via @mayamillerrr
2) Indiana Bound via CREATIVEJAWNS
Image and decor via @creativejawnsllc
1) Heading to PSU via Balloons by Anthony
Image and decor via @balloonsbyanthony
We hope you loved all of these college bed party ideas! They are so easily customizable for your school and really take celebrating to the next level.