Even the most ordinary Birthday will be transformed to an extra-special Party
if all the decorations, invitations, and games are done with a theme!
The Added Bonus?
Once you pick the theme, the colors, balloons, plates, decorations, cake, and even the games are
super-easy to pick because you know what you want!
Prince & Princess
For Ages: 3+
Young kids love to get fancy! Make prince and princess hats for a crafty activity,
followed by some fun games for younger kids…
Paper & Crayons
For Ages: 3+
If you're planning on having lots and lots of little ones,
then you just might need a quiet activity for your party! And if your little one
just can't seem to get enough crayon time, handwrite the invitations and thank-yous so
they can color them! Paper & Crayon games:
You Take The Cake!
For Ages: 5+
Let's face it, sometimes the birthday party is all about the
cake, the ice-cream, and the sugar (especially when you're talking
about kids!) So here's a few party games you won't want to forget
if your birthday girl or boy enjoys sweets…
Sports
For Ages: 5+
Let the boys (and girls) have some fun with sports at their next birthday
party. Plan outdoor activities like soccer, a football toss, or a t-ball
setup. If you end up indoors, mark soccor goals with tape and use balloons!
Then when you need a quiet moment, pull out one of these sports-related games:
Lights, Camera, Action!
For Ages: 6+
This theme is for all the actors, actresses and drama queens! With
games that are all about acting, this could get them in the mood for birthday party fun!
Birthday Star
For Ages: 8+
Today is all about the birthday star - that's the birthday girl or
boy, of course! Send out invitations that look like backstage passes,
and have everyone take turns pretending to be
their fav celebrity - charades style! Then let them play a few games
that focus their attention on the birthday star…
Tweens
For Ages: 9+
Those hard-to-please tweens may grumble at first, but after
they start to play these games, look for some laughter and fun!
Secret Crush
For Ages: 10+
Calling all girls! Bring your fav fashion magazine full of the
latest styles and quizzes, and get ready to dish on your secret crush!
- Who's Your Secret Crush? Take turns in the spotlight, where the other girls can only
ask you yes or no questions, like, "Is he famous?" or "Does he sit next to you in class?"
If they can't figure out who it is, then you don't have to tell!
- MASH: The classic paper "fortune-teller" game! Find out how to play here
- Which is True?
- Guess Who Said That?
Celebrity
For Ages: 10+
Roll out a red carpet as guests arrive and snap lots and lots of pictures!
Makeovers for the girls, and celebrity charades for the boys. Dressing up is
optional, but having a good time is not! When you're ready to put the spotlight
on the birthday girl or boy, here's a few games…
Brain Teasers
For Ages: 10+
Everyone put on your thinking caps and silly party hats,
because this party has games that will get you thinking! Serve up some
healthy "brain food" snacks and hand out
ribbons to the winners...
Retro
For Ages: 20+
Maybe they're flashbacks from your younger days, or maybe you're
just crazy about the 70's…whatever your excuse for a Retro party, make sure it includes some "retro" games!
Over-The-Hill
For Ages: 30+
Black is the color, and giving the Birthday "Girl" or "Boy" a fun
poke about their age is the theme! Spill it over into the games and you'll have a totally "Over The Hill" party!
