Welcome to the ultimate guide to hosting a funny presentation night! This is all about letting go, getting creative and delivering the most ridiculous and fun presentations ever.
The sillier the better! Whether you’re competing for laughs or just there for fun, this will set you up for a night to remember.
Presentation Format
Here’s how to structure your event for maximum hilarity:
- Each presentation should be 3-5 minutes. Short, sharp and straight to the laughs.
- Slides, props and over the top storytelling.
- Get the audience involved—the wilder the better!
Main Event: 40 Presentation Ideas
1. Why Pineapple on Pizza Is the Ultimate Power Move
Pineapple pizza isn’t just food; it’s a lifestyle. Convince your audience why sweet and savory is the flavour duo they never knew they needed. Add some historical “facts” about its invention for extra points. Don’t forget a pie chart about how many people pretend to hate it but secretly love it.
2. The Ranking of Kitchen Utensils Nobody Uses
Let’s get the spotlight on that avocado slicer and garlic press. PowerPoint’s tier list is coming. Add ridiculous uses for each tool—like using a melon baller to fend off burglars. Finish with a surprise winner, like the spork. Let’s get the spotlight on that avocado slicer and garlic press.
3. My Amazon Cart is My Life
From impulse buys to regret-filled returns, dissect your shopping habits for laughs. Include “cart archetypes” like “the midnight shopper” or “the fitness phase hoarder”. End with a real-life embarrassing story about a purchase you regret.
4. Every Dog Is Secretly Judging You
Puppy eyes? More like silent judgment. Break down the reasons behind their suspicious stares. Use mock “quotes” from dogs like, “Why are you eating chips without sharing?” Include a funny ranking of how different breeds judge.
5. Why Your Pet Probably Thinks You’re Weird
Pets see us at our absolute strangest—from singing in the shower to talking to inanimate objects. This presentation explores what they might think based on our bizarre behaviors. End with a “pet’s diary” perspective for comedic effect.
Show images of both and let the audience guess. It’s disturbingly harder than you’d think. Add funny or absurd details to expand the idea—such as hypothetical situations, exaggerated facts, or a fictional anecdote.
6. The Math of Being Broke but Still Ordering Takeout
A breakdown of how budgeting goes out the window when tacos are involved. Fake graphs comparing grocery savings versus emotional satisfaction. End with justifications for takeout like “supporting local businesses”.
7. How Crocs Became the Fashion Statement We Don’t Deserve
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, Crocs are here to stay. Explore their journey from cringe to cool. Add funny or absurd details to expand the idea—such as hypothetical situations, exaggerated facts, or a fictional anecdote
8. A Study: Why Do Ducks Waddle?
The presentation nobody asked for, but everyone will love. This is the research presentation nobody asked for, but everyone will love. Add funny or absurd details to expand the idea—such as hypothetical situations, exaggerated facts, or a fictional anecdote.
9. Cats Are Overqualified to Rule the World
From their plotting stares to their refusal to follow rules, cats already run the show. Add funny or absurd details to expand the idea—such as hypothetical situations, exaggerated facts, or a fictional anecdote.
10. The Thumbs-Up Emoji: A Scandal
Who knew it was so complicated? Make most of it up. Who knew such a simple gesture had such dramatic origins? Make up most of it for effect. Add funny or absurd details to expand the idea—such as hypothetical situations, exaggerated facts, or a fictional anecdote.
11. Who Would Survive in a Horror Movie: My Friend Group
Take an honest, unfiltered look at your squad’s survival skills (or lack thereof). Include ridiculous categories like “most likely to trip on air.” Finish with a fake awards ceremony for “Final Girl” and “First to Go.”
12. How to Procrastinate Like a Boss
Present advanced techniques for avoiding work—bonus points for presenting this late. Include a “Procrastinator’s Toolkit” with items like snacks and excuses. End with a mock graph showing procrastination efficiency over time.
13. IKEA Names: Code or Furniture?
Are they furniture or secret codes? Let’s unravel the mystery behind words like “Fjällbo.” Include a fake decoder tool for translating IKEA catalogs.
14. The Emotional Spectrum of Finding a Parking Spot
This common struggle deserves its own TED Talk. Use memes and fake stats. End with “tips” like pretending to leave your spot to frustrate other drivers.
15. Spaghetti Is Life
Messy, tangled, and always better with extra cheese.
16. A History of Meme Evolution: From Grumpy Cat to Now
Take your audience on a tour of the internet’s most ridiculous milestones.
17. Who Invented Mondays and How Can We Sue Them?
Mondays are the villain of the week—every week. Build a case to get them canceled. Include fake “testimonies” from exhausted workers.
18. The 5 Stages of Grief: Losing Wi-Fi at Home
Mondays are the villain of the week—every week. Build a case to get them canceled. Include fake “testimonies” from exhausted workers.
19. Disney Princes by Tax Evasion Potential
Prince Eric? Totally offshore accounts. Beast? He’s got those loopholes locked down. Add a fake “IRS audit” on the most suspicious princes.
20. People Who Don’t Like Chocolate Are Just Wrong
Some things aren’t opinions; they’re facts. This is one of them. Add “scientific studies” proving chocolate lovers live longer.
21. Leftovers Taste Better: Science or Magic?
Microwave magic or psychological trickery? Let’s investigate. Include fake “before and after” taste test results.
22. Penguins Would Be Bad Roommates
Spoiler: They’re messy, noisy, and track water everywhere. Include a “day in the life” of living with a penguin. End with a mock eviction notice.
23. The Physics of Dropping Toast: Why It Always Lands Butter Side Down
Dive into the cursed laws of breakfast science. Include a mock lab experiment gone wrong. Wrap it up with a fake “solution” to this age-old problem.
24. Middle Children Are the Unsung Heroes of the World
Step aside, firstborns and babies of the family. This is the middle kid’s time to shine. Include fake “superpowers” like negotiating peace between siblings.
25. Review of ‘Adulting’: Not Recommended
Step aside, firstborns and babies of the family. This is the middle kid’s time to shine. Include fake “superpowers” like negotiating peace between siblings.
26. Top 10 Worst Places to Lose Your Phone (Ranked)
Public restroom? Rooftop party? The options are endless and horrifying. Include fake “testimonials” from people who lost their phones.
27. The Long History of Pointless Alarm Snoozing
Why wake up on time when you can snooze into regret?
28. Birds Are Dinosaurs and That’s Freaky
Jurassic Park in your backyard. Eek.
29. How to Choose a Netflix Show for an Hour
Too many options, zero decisions. How does it always end in The Office reruns?
30. The Sock Bermuda Triangle
Where do they go? A full-blown investigation. Include fake “eyewitness accounts” of disappearing socks.
31. Breakfast Cereals by Personality
Frosted Flakes? They’re the confident extrovert. Cheerios? The dependable best friend. Add “villains” like Bran Flakes to the mix.
32. Flat Earthers Have the Best PowerPoints
Conspiracy theories and bad graphics? Win.
33. How to Fail Up: How to Look Busy Without Actually Doing Anything
Master the art of pretending to work while accomplishing nothing. Include “buzzwords” for sounding productive in meetings. End with a fake promotion acceptance speech.
34. How I’m Going to Retire Early by Selling My Terrible Ideas
Present all your wildest schemes—shark tank style. Include a fake sales pitch for an obviously useless invention. Wrap it up with “investor interest” from fictional billionaires.
35. The Mysterious Case of the Hair Tangles
They appear overnight. A scientific investigation (kind of).
36. TikTok Dances Are Taking Over the World
From living rooms to concert stages, these moves are unstoppable. Include a fake “government conspiracy” linking TikTok trends to world domination.
37. Adult Birthday Parties Should Always Have a Piñata
It’s not just for kids. Piñatas make everything better—prove it. Add fake “statistics” on how piñatas improve party vibes.
38. Excuses to Cancel Plans You Never Wanted to Make Anyway
Share your most creative get-out-of-jail-free cards. Include a “top 10 excuses” list with absurd reasons like “I have to water my cactus.”
39. Vegetables by How Much They’d Ruin a Milkshake
Carrots? Maybe tolerable. Broccoli? An abomination. Add a fake “taste test” with horrified reactions.
40. Awkward Small Talk at Parties Field Guide
From weather to awkward laughter, learn how to survive social discomfort.
Conclusion
After all the fun, wrap up your night:
- Audience Voting: Let everyone vote on the funniest or most creative presentation.
- Ridiculous Awards: Give out prizes like “Most Convincing Nonsense” or “Best Use of Stock Photos.”
Your audience will have a blast. Just remember: the more ridiculous, the better! Throw in some memes, bad stock photos and over-the-top delivery. You’re not presenting—you’re performing. Go for it!