Make your kid’s birthday this year one they’ll never forget by throwing them a party with their favorite theme. We’ve listed a few classic and modern themes that will keep the kids engaged and talking about it for years.
Monsters
The fantastical world of monsters is a perfect theme for kids to let their imaginations run wild.
Streamers that are bright green, blue, and purple go best with this theme and can be strewn from the ceilings to surround kids in the atmosphere.
Set up a fun monster mask station where kids can create their own spooky or fun masks they can wear throughout the party.
If you want all the decorations without spending time setting up, host your kid’s birthday party at Monster Mini Golf, where towering hand-painted monsters talk, wiggle, and joke with you as you play through an indoor mini golf course.
Superheroes
Throwing your next kid’s birthday party with a superhero theme is guaranteed to get them excited and have an unforgettable time.
Set them up to save the day by constructing your own safe obstacle course that kids need super strength and speed in order to win.
There can even be a costume station where kids design special capes and masks to give them superpowers for the rest of the party.
To go all out, make drinks like the Hulk Smash, where you add food-grade coloring to punch to make it green, or string cheese sticks that are web-slinger-worthy.
Dinosaurs
The huge size, mystery, and thrill of standing next to a gigantic dinosaur have made it a timeless theme you can add to your birthday party any year.
To bring this fascination to life, turn your party space into a dinosaur dig site, where kids dig through a sandbox for fossils. Complete the look with small brushes so kids don’t “break” the fossils.
You can also make papier-mâché casts of “real” dinosaur footprints that kids will be in awe of and compare to their own foot size.
If you really want to make the moment special, create your own oversized dinosaur that kids can take a picture next to and admire.
Unicorns
Bring an enchanting and exotic touch to your kid’s next birthday party by making it unicorn-themed. The magical aura and bright, shimmering colors are irresistible for kids, and they’ll be amazed by all the decorations.
Set up your own pin the horn on the unicorn game that adds a twist to the classic. You can even set up your own party horns that kids can wear on their heads to become their own magical creatures.
Soft pastels, sparkly stars, and iridescent balloons fit in perfectly with this theme and capture that otherworldly vibe.
A special birthday cake full of bright colors and food-safe glitter is a sure way to make the moment truly special.
Pirates
Pirate-themed parties are all about adventure, the thrill of the open seas, and the quest for hidden treasure. Kids love diving into pirate life to get their excitement out and pretend to be the captain of the high seas.
To set the scene perfectly, create your own treasure hunt, complete with small prizes and treats hidden around the party area and a weathered map for kids to follow.
Another fun activity is to have kids decorate and design their own pirate flags they can fly from their ships, complete with skulls and crossbones.
For an easy win, supply your mini pirates with some official pirate hats and eye patches so everyone can get fully into character.
Cowboys
You’ll be surprised at how much more confident a kid feels when trying to be the rugged and tough cowboys and cowgirls of the Wild Wild West.
The thrill of pretending to ride horses, lasso cattle, and live the frontier life makes it appealing to kids of a young age.
Set up your own horse races by getting a few of the sticks with horses’ heads on them and letting kids ride their way to victory.
Disney Characters
Disney is a timeless classic that never goes out of style because kids get truly immersed in the wonderful world of the characters and movies. From the classics to modern remakes, Disney always keeps kids entertained and makes a perfect theme for a birthday party.
If you have the time, try to decorate different areas of the party for different Disney movies. This will make it fun since every kid has a different favorite movie, and they’ll never get bored.
Get the kids really pumped up by having a Disney-themed karaoke party so everyone can belt out their favorite songs together while having the time of their lives.
Mermaids
Mermaid themes have blown up in popularity in recent years, capturing the attention of little girls across the nation.
The dreamy underwater world and vibrant color schemes of teal, purple, and sparkly silver make it an enchanting theme for any young girl’s birthday party.
A really fun activity for kids at this kind of themed party is to let them decorate their own mermaid tails with fake seashells and seaweed. Just don’t forget the glitter because girls can’t get enough.
Glamping
A glamping party is just like outdoor camping but with a luxurious twist. Kids who love adventure but still want a little extra comfort can enjoy glamping without sleeping on the ground and being forced to endure hard weather.
Inspired by the adult glamping trend, this themed party can be held either indoors or outdoors. Just create the scene using mini tents, pillows, string lights, and cozy blankets for the perfect chic campsite atmosphere.
Get some scary ghost stories to tell around your outdoor fire or indoor fireplace and some s’mores bars complete with marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate.
Hosting Your Themed Birthday Party
Giving your kid a themed party is a special memory that they will hold onto for years to come. The little details make all the difference, but it can take a lot of time to decorate and come up with activities that keep kids engaged.
If you’d rather skip the setup and focus on the fun, host your party at Monster Mini Golf in Charlotte, where all the decorations are already in place. It even comes with a dedicated party host and DJ to keep the energy up.
