Whether you were there for the midnight releases or discovered the saga on a rainy weekend, 20 years of Twilight is the perfect excuse to gather your coven, light a few candles, and spend an evening (or a whole weekend) in Forks—no airfare required. This guide gives you everything you need: theme ideas, décor, menu, activities, music, and a ready-to-use timeline—plus a few full-moon touches to make it feel truly twilight.
Set the mood: “Forks at dusk”
Palette: charcoal, mist-grey, moss green, deep crimson, bone white
Textures: raw wood, linen, frosted glass, twinkle lights
Symbols: red apple (Twilight), red ribbon (Eclipse), chess pieces (Breaking Dawn), wolves, feathers, peonies
- Entrance: A small “Welcome to Forks” sign, a bowl of red apples, and eucalyptus or pine boughs (real or faux) for instant Pacific Northwest vibes.
- Lighting: Keep it low and moody—fairy lights in jars, taper candles, and a single cool-white bulb over the snack table to mimic overcast Forks light.
- Tablescape: Layer a dark runner over wood or kraft paper. Scatter chess pawns and red ribbon. Finish with Twilight Forks quote-printed wooden cutlery—each piece is a conversation starter and doubles as party décor and a take-home favor.
Pro tip: If you’re hosting around a full moon, schedule your toast for moonrise. A “Full Moon Moment” creates an anchor memory for guests.
Invitations & dress code
- Invite copy: “Twenty Years of Twilight: A Forks-Inspired Celebration. Join us for a moody movie night, vampire-safe menu, and werewolf-friendly games.”
- Dress code: Cullen chic (neutrals, tailored, a hint of sparkle) or La Push cozy (flannels, denim, leather). Award a small prize for best on-theme look.
Menu: Vampire-safe, werewolf-approved
Keep it cozy, Pacific Northwest, and photo-friendly.
Savory
- Mushroom ravioli bites (nod to Bella’s famous order): mini ravioli with sage-brown butter.
- “Baseball night” sliders: beef or portobello with white cheddar; serve on brioche buns.
- La Push salmon: baked or smoked, with lemon-dill; serve as crostini.
- Cullen charcuterie: pale cheeses, rosemary crackers, green grapes, figs; add chess pieces and apple slices as garnishes.
Sweets
- “Apple of my eye” tartlets: mini apple tarts dusted with cinnamon.
- Red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese “fang” piping.
- Chessboard brownies: cut into squares; alternate cocoa powder/icing sugar for the board.
Drinks
- “O positive” punch (non-alcoholic): cranberry-pomegranate + sparkling water + orange slices.
- “Cold one” spritz (21+): prosecco + blood orange soda + rosemary sprig.
- La Push cocoa bar: hot chocolate, cinnamon, mini marshmallows.
Activities that spark fandom joy
1) Team Edward vs. Team Jacob ballot
A simple acrylic box and cards. Tally during dessert and announce the “mayor of Forks” for the night.
2) Quote hunt (5–10 minutes)
- Hide small cards with quotes around the space (or use the quotes on the forks themselves as prompts).
- Guests match the quote to the book/film.
- First to five wins a prize (Twilight enamel pin, apple-scented candle, or a spare cutlery set).
3) Five-round trivia
Use quickfire questions to keep energy high. Sample prompts:
- What dish does Bella order at La Bella Italia?
- Which song plays during the baseball scene?
- What’s the name of the Volturi’s city?
- Who says, “And so the lion fell in love with the lamb”?
- What’s Jacob’s tribe?
4) Photo booth: “Eternal portrait”
Backdrop of misty forest (printed banner or fabric), a vintage frame, red ribbon, chess pieces, and a cardboard “Volterra passport” prop. Add a cool-tone ring light.
5) Soundtrack bingo
Print 5×5 cards with track/artist squares from the films’ soundtracks (Paramore, Muse, Iron & Wine, etc.). As songs play, guests mark their cards; first bingo wins.
Music & ambience
Build a playlist that flows from welcome to wind-down:
- Arrival (instrumental + ambience): soft piano, rain sounds, forest ambience.
- Party peak (soundtrack hits): “Decode,” “Supermassive Black Hole,” “Flightless Bird, American Mouth,” “A Thousand Years,” “Roslyn,” “Solar Midnite.”
- Movie time / chill: low-volume score and ambient tracks.
Keep the volume conversational; dim lights further during the screening.
Timeline: 3-hour party plan
- 00:00 – Arrivals & photos (place drinks in guests’ hands, snap “before” shots at the booth).
- 00:20 – Toast (“To 20 years of the saga that made us all move to Forks in our hearts”).
- 00:25 – Quote hunt (fast icebreaker).
- 00:40 – Grazing & trivia round 1–3 (serve sliders, ravioli bites).
- 01:15 – Soundtrack bingo (desserts go out).
- 01:40 – Team Edward/Jacob tally & prize.
- 01:50 – Movie start (Twilight or fan-voted favorite).
- 02:50 – Closing song & group photo (recreate the prom pose!).
Hosting under a full moon? Shift the toast to moonrise and step outside for a quick “lunar group pic.”
Budget tiers (pick your path)
$ – DIY cozy
Kraft paper runner, pine cuttings, fairy lights, homemade snacks, digital invite, Twilight Forks for décor + favors.
$$ – Elevated Forks
Add printed backdrop, custom cupcakes, mini florals (white roses/peonies), rental drink dispensers, soundtrack bingo cards.
$$$ – Cullen-level
Pro photo lighting, catered bites, vinyl soundtrack, personalized favors (quote bookmarks), outdoor projector for backyard screening.
Cleanup & keepsakes
Set up labeled stations: Compost (wooden cutlery/napkins), Recycling (bottles), Trash. Place small envelopes near the exit: “Take your quote home” so guests can keep a favorite fork/spoon as a memento.
Ready-to-use shopping checklist
Decor: apples, red ribbon, chess pieces, fairy lights, candles, eucalyptus/pine, printed backdrop, table runner
Serveware: plates, napkins, Twilight Forks cutlery set, drink dispensers, tasting cups
Menu: ravioli + butter + sage, slider fixings, salmon or plant-based option, cheeses/crackers/figs, apple tartlets, cupcakes, brownie mix
Drinks: cranberry-pomegranate juice, sparkling water/prosecco, citrus, cocoa mix, toppings
Activities: ballot cards/box, trivia sheets, bingo cards, pens, small prizes
Make it yours
A perfect 20th-anniversary celebration isn’t about replicating the films shot-for-shot—it’s about capturing the feeling of Forks: intimate, a little mysterious, and full of shared memories. With a moody tablescape, a fan-first playlist, and a few interactive games, your guests will leave with phones full of photos and hearts full of nostalgia.
Optional add-ons (quick wins)
- Guestbook: a hardcover copy of Twilight for attendees to sign with notes.
- Signature drink cards: “Cold One,” “O Positive,” “La Push Cocoa.”
- Commemorative photo: print an Instax group shot and clip it to red ribbon for each guest.
