Unique Kids Party Ideas For Alternative Fun
Hosting a kids birthday party can seem like a pretty tricky challenge for parents, especially if you’re not experienced in bringing together your child’s friends and family for a load of fun and games.
There are lots of elements that you need to consider: the venue; the decorations; the guestlist. But one big decision needs to be made before all of that, which will likely determine the other choices you make in the planning process: your party’s theme.
Deciding what kind of party you want to throw
When trying to settle on the particular kind of party you’d like to throw, it’s important to consider a few different factors:
- Who is the party for? If it’s a birthday party for your child, theme it around their interests, like a wacky science party or fun dinosaur party complete with costumes and face paints. If the party is for a year group in school, a crazy laser disco might be your best bet.
- When is it taking place? For parties happening in the autumnal months, a spooky Halloween bash or a wintery wonderland could be ideal. If it’s taking place in the height of summer, your guests might love a beach-themed event with sandcastle-building and colourful Hawaiian garlands.
- How old are the guests? Our parties are typically catered for kids aged 3 all the way to 14, with a range of activities and games designed to maximise fun. Younger guests might love the idea of a teddy bear picnic party, while early teens would likely prefer a UV disco.
Once you’ve got an idea of what kind of vibe you’re looking to create with your upcoming party, you still might be struggling to pin it down to a specific theme.
As the experts in throwing unique kids parties for groups of all ages, we’re here to help. Here are just a handful of unique kids party ideas that you can try to make your next event one for the history books.
Disco parties to keep your guests dancing
Everybody loves music. But you can easily blend different party themes and elements while keeping music and fun at the core of everything going on.
Throwing a disco party doesn’t have to be limited to a large school hall and a DJ. In fact, our party entertainers will incorporate music and dancing into almost every kind of party theme we offer – from jungle-themed beats at a safari party, to hip-shaking activities during a magic disco.
If your child has always shown an affinity for music alongside their play, it’s easy to match their love of dancing with birthday celebrations. Musical chairs, dance competitions with fun prizes, or even karaoke – the options are endless!
Football parties for sports-mad celebrations
If your child’s idea of a good time is running around in the sunshine with their friends, then a sports-themed party might be the way to go.
This could focus solely on football – complete with a seven-match tournament to add a degree of competitive fun – or include a wide range of sports to keep the day varied.
Hosting a football party is a great way to blend a passion for sports with a day of celebration and fun. These kinds of parties are especially popular around events like the World Cup or Euros, so make sure to consider that if you want your event to be a back-of-the-net success!
Virtual parties for distant friends and family
While the pandemic is becoming a distant memory for some, virtual Zoom parties are still an option for when you have friends or family based overseas who you’d still love to celebrate with.
We’ve covered how to host a Zoom party lots, with ideas around how to make your room party-ready, tips for including grandparents and other relatives, and inspiration for food and drink to prepare at home.
Although it’s always more fun to celebrate with friends in-person, Zoom parties are still an option whenever suitable!
Get help from the party experts
Whatever kind of unique kids party you’re looking to host, we’ve got you covered. Our wide range of party packages will include something for everyone, no matter the age, location, or budget you’re looking for.
To learn more about how we can help you throw a great kids party, reach out to a member of our friendly team today.
