Planning a children’s party can sometimes feel difficult, and coming up with ideas for children’s parties is no easy task, especially as the decision you make is the base of the entire party.
Fortunately, there are a range of children’s party ideas available that are ideal for both traditional celebrations and children’s birthday parties that are sure to delight your children.
Party ideas for kids
You might be thinking ‘where do I start’ as there are so many possible party themes and activities to choose from. Sometimes the best place to start is to consider how many children you might be inviting and where you’re going to hold the party; at your home or would it better to hire a venue?
It’s also worth remembering when planning your child’s birthday party, that it can be inexpensive and you can still have a brilliant time without breaking the bank! This is where a little creativity can go a long way.
Indoor birthday party ideas
If the weather isn’t going to be on your side or you’ve decided to hire a venue or do a small group of friends in your home, indoor birthday parties don’t have to be boring by no means! This is chance to get creative and perhaps even save some money at the same time.
Kids' parties in a venue are great for larger children’s birthday parties and allow you to deck the place out without having to worry about cleaning up after! Venues are also great as most places may have extra space for bouncy castle hires, indoor games and even face painting.
If your party is taking place at home and the garden is off-limits, there are still tons of activities and party games you can play to keep everyone entertained. The obvious classics such as pass the parcel and musical chairs will always fill the room with joy and laughter, however if you want to do something a little different, here are some great indoor birthday party ideas.
- A Sleepover – a sleepover is a classic idea which is relatively easy to do and doesn’t require a lot of activities to be planned to make it a success.
- Face painting – face painting is often a go-to at children’s birthday parties as it not only provides enjoyment but also sparks the kids’ imagination.
- Movie Night – this idea is one of the simplest children’s party ideas and involves choosing a range of movies suitable for the children that will be attending.
- Children’s Disco – Grab your favourite playlist and pop it on repeat, a children’s disco is a great way to celebrate a birthday and have everyone on the dance floor.
Outdoor kids party ideas
If you know you’re going to have a nice sunny day, you’re going to want to have your birthday party outdoors and if you have room for it, there are plenty of hires and activities to make the party even more fun, which everyone can get involved with.
Bouncy Castles
The go-to outdoor party rental is usually a bouncy castle and as bouncy castles come in all sorts of sizes and themes you’ll always be able to find one to suit.
Bouncy castles are a great activity that every age can enjoy and if you want something a little more extravagant, there are a huge range of bouncy castles that come with slides for that extra bit of fun.
They’re perfect for kids to play, have fun and no doubt they’ll be tired after a long day of jumping. If you’re interested in hiring a bouncy castle for your kids birthday party, check out our range of themed and party bouncy castles for hire.
Giant Garden Games
Giant Garden Games are perfect for those sunny days, when you want something a little special that everyone can enjoy throughout the day. Who doesn’t want to play a giant version of connect 4? A favourite among parents and kids, you can play competitively or just for fun.
There’s also other options just a Giant Jenga, Tin Can Alley and if you want a garden game everyone can join in on, why not try a Wooden Limbo Game (How low can you go?).
Take a look at our Ice Themed Bouncy Castle!
Kids' Party Ideas during Covid
We know this is a difficult time and many families have had to put a lot of their plans on pause due to the uncertainty of Covid-19. There are however, still plenty of opportunities you and your family can celebrate a birthday and have a good time.
Take a look at how to throw a fun (socially distanced) birthday party for more ideas and inspiration if you’re unable to have a traditional kids birthday party.
Children’s party theme ideas
There are a range of children’s party themes for you to choose from, mainly due to the fact that children have a range of interests ranging from princesses to dinosaurs and picking a children’s party theme can be relatively easy if you know your child’s interests and hobbies or they’ve even told you what they would like! Which makes our lives as parents, much easier.
However, the main issue with this is that not every child will have the same interests and therefore choosing a suitable idea for a kid’s party can be incredibly difficult, especially if you have children who share a birthday or you’re putting together a joint kid’s birthday party.
Luckily there are a range of children’s party ideas you can choose from such as:
For something a little different, there are a range of children’s movies that are ideal for kids’ themed parties such as Paw Patrol, Toy Story, The Incredibles and many more. Choosing a movie theme for a children’s party is always a safe option that guarantees enjoyment for all who attend.
Movie themed children’s parties also go hand-in-hand with sleepovers, as you can play the films throughout the night and take inspiration from the films themselves!
The benefit of choosing a themed party is that there is a range of party equipment that’s already themed appropriately such as bouncy castles and other inflatable’s, paper plates and cups and banners, saving you time from having to make party decorations at home. If you wanted to craft party accessories yourself, this could also be turned into a fun activity during the party!
Ultimately there are a range of children’s party ideas available to you as a party planner that cover both the traditional options as well as some more contemporary kids party ideas.
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