6 Fun-Filled Kids Birthday Party Ideas

Summertime is a wonderful time of year for outdoor birthday gatherings and bringing kids' birthday party ideas to life. There are lots of fun ways to throw a kids birthday party, depending on the birthday kid’s interests, their age, and the size of their guest list. Craft your party around an exciting theme and enhance the space with hand-picked decorations. Toy World has a variety of party supplies and balloons from top balloon manufacturers like Tuftex and Sempertex to make your party feel extra festive. 

Throw a sidewalk chalk party. 

A sidewalk chalk party is a great birthday party idea for large groups. This type of 

party requires a large amount of sidewalk, street, or parking lot, so be sure your 

neighborhood or cul-de-sac can accommodate all the pieces of art your party guests will create. Wherever you decide to set up your outdoor artists’ studio, make the space feel celebratory with a table encircled with streamers and surrounded by bunches of balloons. Be sure to have plenty of colorful chalk available in various sizes. Sidewalk chalk is affordable and cleanup is easy, making a party like this a great reason to splurge on decorations! 

Organize a backyard tie-dye party. 

Much like a sidewalk chalk party, a tie-dye birthday party is one of many fun, activity-based kids birthday party ideas that encourage creativity and collaboration in every child attending. At the end of the party, each guest has their own unique party favor to take home with them. This kind of gathering can get messy, so it’s best held outdoors in a backyard. If you’re concerned about paint dirtying your lawn, place a tarp made of plastic or canvas beneath your picnic table or tie-dying surface. 

Go backyard camping. 

For a fun riff on a slumber party, set up a tent in your backyard for a camping 

getaway without having to travel anywhere. Encourage kids to bring flashlights, 

lanterns, sleeping bags, and other camping supplies. Party activities can be simple and laidback, like making s’mores around a fire pit, stargazing, or sharing ghost stories. Party sparklers make for an exciting nighttime activity that kids of all ages will enjoy. 

Plan a treasure hunt. 

Kids love a scavenger hunt, and a fun way to engage them in this activity-based party 

idea is to make it pirate-themed. Give every child or team of children a treasure map 

to guide them to various points in your indoor or outdoor space, where they’ll find a clue to lead them one step closer to the treasure—whether this is a giant birthday cake, party favors, or a combination of both. 

Host an afternoon tea party. 

Take your kids birthday party indoors with an afternoon tea party. Serve bite-sized 

tea party treats and finger food like petit fours, cupcakes, and scones along with 

your tea. Have juice, soda, or other kid-friendly beverages on hand for those who don’t like sipping tea. Arrange to play classic indoor games like cards, charades, or musical chairs. Decorate your tea party area with Alice in Wonderland themed party supplies or floral-printed tea party cups and napkins. 

Set up a photo shoot.

Older kids with access to a Smartphone or a Polaroid camera will love a birthday party designed around a photo shoot. Choose an indoor location for optimal lighting and add a sparkly foil backdrop complemented with balloons, banners, and streamers. If space allows, arrange multiple areas sporting different themes. Have silly photo props like hats and sunglasses on hand for kids to mix and match as they snap lots of photos. 

Explore party supplies, balloons, and more at Toy World. 

No matter which party theme or setting you decide for your kids birthday party, Toy World has all the festive items you need to make it a success. Find high-quality latex and foil balloons from the nation’s top brands and in different sizes and shapes. Make your favorite kids birthday party ideas a reality with balloons, party supplies, games, crafts, and more.