The first few birthday parties you host for your children may seem like a blast, but eventually, it becomes more arduous. Throwing a birthday party, even for the littlest of guests of honor can be time-consuming and downright stressful.
That’s why selecting a theme can be helpful. When you choose a theme, it gives you an easy way to tie everything together, and it simplifies decision-making. You can build everything from your decorations to your food around that theme. At the same time, when selecting a theme you want it to be something that’s fun but relatively straightforward.
Below are some easy ideas that will leave you with a little less work next time you’re planning a party for your little ones.
Little Italy
This idea comes from RealSimple.com, and it’s a great one. A Little Italy party is a perfect kids’ entertainment option for so many reasons. The first is that the décor can be simple. Think things like red-and-white checkered tablecloths, and a few red, green and white accessories and you’re basically finished. Plus, you can buy disposable items, wrap everything up in the tablecloths when the party is over, and cleanup is essentially done. For the food, have the kids make their own pizzas. This is a great idea since it pulls double-duty as the entertainment, and the kids will have a blast, while the adults get a chance to relax a bit.
Art Party
As far as kids’ party themes go, it really doesn’t get any simpler than an art party. Art parties are great because again, like the Little Italy theme, the entertainment is built right in. Plus, it lets kids get creative, and they’ll even have something they can take home at the end of the party. Keep the food easy, and use bright neutral colors that mimic a paint palette. For example, dyed rice Krispy treats are a great idea and so easy to make.
Hawaiian Luau
The Hawaiian luau is a versatile theme, and it works well if you want something that’s suitable for the adults and the kids. According to Party Swizzle, when you’re hosting a Hawaiian luau you can add fun with bright, tropical beverages, and you can make two versions of each—one that’s kid friendly and one that’s for an adult. You can even create a full tiki bar. The kids (and the adults) can all be given a grass skirt and a lei, and food can include things like fresh fruit or chicken nuggets with pineapple dip.
Sprinkles
When we promised simple party ideas, we meant it. You really can’t get too much easier than a sprinkles themed party. You can add sprinkles to a cake or cupcakes and keep most of the décor simple and white, except the “sprinkle” details of course. You can even add confetti to the bottom of white balloons, and rim drinking glasses and kids’ cups with sprinkles.
Throwing a kids’ party doesn’t have to be time-consuming and exhausting. If you’re able to choose a simple, versatile theme, much of the work is already done for you, so have fun with it and don’t overthink it.
