Kids can’t get enough of a themed party because it takes their imagination and turns it into an epic adventure. However, let’s face it: kid trends change all the time, and what’s cool today might be “so last year” by tomorrow.
Don’t go through all the effort of planning a themed party only for kids to be over it before it even begins. Take this list of popular themes kids love right now and create a birthday party your child will remember forever.
1. Superheroes
One theme that seems to never go out of style is superheroes, and thanks to the latest popularity of Marvel movies, superheroes are once again a great choice for a kid’s birthday party.
Kids can choose from a ton of iconic characters like Iron Man, Captain America, Spiderman, or Black Panther. The best part is that they have even more fun dressing up and pretending to be a superhero for a day.
Get crazy with this theme by adding some heroic missions the birthday kid must complete to save the birthday from disaster.
2. Beach
Even though kids aren’t working full time, they can still enjoy the playful and relaxing theme of the beach. Kids love spending a day at the beach, and with some clever additions, you can bring the sunny weather and tropical atmosphere right to their birthday.
Try renting or buying a small sandbox where kids can create their own sandcastles. Decorate the walls with paper that resembles water and palm trees for a tropical backdrop.
Even fun touches like fake grass skirts or drinks with tiny umbrellas can help to transform a simple birthday party into an all-out beach extravaganza.
3. Balloon Art
Nothing will make a kid’s jaw drop more than seeing a huge balloon structure as they enter the birthday party. Get their imaginations soaring with huge balloon art, like arches, towers, or larger-than-life sculptures.
You’ll find a bunch of videos that show how to easily make these structures so you can turn your kid’s birthday party into something special. Keep the fun going by adding balloon-themed games like pop races or balloon toss to keep the party interactive.
4. Monsters
Having a monster-themed party doesn’t have to be scary or frightening for kids to enjoy. Places like Monster Mini Golf in Bellevue have done all the work for you by adding huge hand-painted animatronic monsters to an indoor 18 hole mini golf course.
These monsters talk, wiggle, and joke with you on almost every hole. The entire area is lit up by black lights and glow-in-the-dark paint, and fun music plays throughout the sound system.
Plus, there are other attractions like a monster-sized arcade room, bowling, virtual reality, and a laser maze.
5. Dinosaurs
Dip into the prehistoric age to bring some historical fun to your kid’s next birthday party with a dinosaur theme. Dinosaurs are so enormous and fascinating that it’s hard for kids to grasp they were once real, which makes them feel like mythical creatures.
This sense of wonder makes kids love a dino-themed party. Easily turn your kid’s next birthday into a Jurassic adventure by creating dinosaur-shaped cookies and cupcakes. Create fake dinosaur footprints out of paper mâché, so kids think they are real.
You can even set up your own fossil digging activity in a sandbox, so kids can find rare bones of the ancient beasts.
6. Barbie
The release of the Barbie movie in 2023 brought the iconic doll back in a big way, making it clear that anyone, even Kens, can join in on the Barbie club. This theme is all about loud colors, fun music, and fashion.
Transform your kid’s next party with lots of loud pink colors and glittery highlights. You can have a fun Barbie fashion show with oversized sunglasses or fun outfits and set up a selfie wall so kids can take endless pictures.
Kids can even create their own dolls or doll houses and decorate them any way they want.
7. Candy Charcuterie
Instead of filling up your kid’s charcuterie board with funky cheeses and nuts they don’t like, substitute everything with candy that looks just like the real thing. You can find candy that looks pretty much like anything these days, which means you can fill up a charcuterie board with gummies, licorice, marshmallows, and other treats that look just like sushi pieces, brie cheese, and more.
Let kids build their own boards based on the treats that look the best to them by setting out everything buffet style and letting them go crazy. This super sweet theme adds some extra fun and flair to any birthday party.
8. Pirates
Kids love the adventurous spirit of pirates and the excitement of exploring the open seas with a parrot on their shoulder and a patch over their eye. It’s easy to make your kid’s dreams of a pirate-themed birthday party come to life.
A perfect activity for groups of any size is having a treasure hunt where kids need to follow clues to find hidden loot. You can even create fun maps for kids to enjoy.
Parents who want to kick it a few notches up can even build their own pirate ship out of cardboard that kids can use to pretend they are on a thrilling pirate mission.
9. Comic Book
While it might take a bit of work, you can completely transport kids into their favorite comic by creating 2D scenes and backdrops. Using heavy black lines with bright, bold colors in the right way creates a unique effect that makes 3D items and backgrounds in 2D art.
Add a few speech bubbles with fun phrases like “Pow!” or “Zap!” that kids can stand under to make it look like they are inside the comic book.
Host the Most Popular Kid’s Birthday Party Theme
Make your kid’s next birthday special by getting creative and throwing a themed party with decorations, costumes, and more. Kids won’t forget an immersive experience that blows away their imagination and makes an impression that lasts for years.
If you’re looking for a birthday party place already decked out with an exciting theme, book your reservation at Monster Mini Golf in Bellevue today. Hand-painted, glow-in-the-dark monsters, a thrilling mini golf course, arcade games, and more await.
