How to Choose a Kids Party Theme
When planning the perfect kids party, it’s often a good idea to settle on a theme to build everything else around. Do you go for a spooky Halloween party, complete with ghosts and ghouls to decorate the walls? Or do you go for a brighter, summery beach party, with Hawaiian necklaces for every guest as they arrive?
Choosing the right kids party theme can be tricky if you’ve never thrown a celebration like this before. But as the kids party experts – with thousands of successful parties under our belts – we’re here to help.
How do you choose a kids party theme?
The best place to start is often the simplest: ask your child!
They may already have a very clear idea about the kind of party they’d like to enjoy with their friends; whether that’s a swashbuckling pirate party, or a sporty soccer party complete with games and trophies.
But maybe you want to keep everything a surprise. In that case, there are a few things worth considering when narrowing down which kids themed party you’re going to throw:
- The age of your guests: There’s nothing wrong with enjoying any type of party at any age, but we find that younger kids prefer the likes of a teddy bears picnic, while older children will get more out of a UV glow party.
- The time of year: Unless you’ve got a particular attachment to the sunshine, it’s rare to throw summery beach parties in the height of winter. That being said, this can sometimes be a good way to make a December birthday feel special and distinct from the seasonal celebrations.
- The type of venue: If you only have access to an outdoor space, an all-star sports party can be a great opportunity to enjoy the sunshine. Similarly, school halls are a great venue for hosting a laser disco that everyone will remember.
Popular party themes for kids
If you’re looking for inspiration on where to start, we help parents book exciting themed kids parties every day. Complete with games, music, and prizes, our themed parties include everything that your guests need to have an incredible time.
Some of our most popular themes include:
Magic, Disco & Games Parties
This is by far one of our most popular party packages, and it’s not hard to see why. It delivers on the trilogy of what kids love best: mind-blowing magic tricks, lively dancing, and engaging games to keep everybody entertained.
As far as kids party themes go, it’s also very flexible and can be tailored to your child’s interests with fun decorations and costumes on the day. You could dress up the kids as witches and wizards to embrace the magical tone, or include some spooky decorations depending on the time of year you’re throwing your event.
Princesses & Superheroes Parties
Who doesn’t love a hero? Whether the birthday child is dressed up as their favourite superhero or an elegant princess, this kids party theme is sure to spark their imagination. Our party package has a wide range of games and activities to keep everyone involved, alongside light, bubble, snow, or smoke machines to add some extra oomph to the party atmosphere.
Soccer Superstar Football Party
Want to deliver on every footy-lover's dream? Our football parties offer the ideal kids party theme for football-crazy kids who love the beautiful game. But don’t be mistaken – this party package offers a lot more than just a game of football.
The party is typically split into two halves, with plenty of football-themed games up first (including inflatable football fun and keep-uppy competitions), followed by a 7-match tournament to round things out.
Let us help you throw the best kids party ever
No matter what kind of kids party theme you settle on, we’re here to make sure your party goes down in the history books. Take a look at our various party themes, and get in touch with our friendly team to learn more and book your event today!
