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Do you remember how much you looked forward to your birthday party when you were a kid? We know what you parents are thinking—time, slow down. But in this world of Pinterest- and Instagram-worthy birthday parties for kids, you might just need a full year to plan! But there are other creative ways to celebrate another trip around the sun without breaking the bank or your back. What kid wouldn’t want a bounce party?
If the weather’s warm enough—and if you have the space—host the party in your own backyard. Instead of renting a bouncy house for the event, buy an affordable one like this retro-style castle and it can double as a gift for the birthday girl. If there’s one party theme that will never go out of style, it’s a slumber party! Have partygoers bring over their sleeping bags, then order pizza and turn on best kids movies on Netflix. Her birthday doesn’t have to fall in December to throw a Nutcracker-themed bash, but it certainly would make it easier because your home’s holiday decor could double as party decorations. Tie-dye is trending in a big way right now, and not just shirts. We’re seeing hoodies, leggings, and even socks in the throwback design.
This party idea is right on for tweens who are crafty and into creating their own fashions. Have a Trolls movie fan in your life? Luckily, a Trolls birthday party is a pretty easy theme to pull off. Go with a rainbow color palette and pepper in themed details, like this hair-raisingly good DIY headband. Get the tutorial at DIY Inspired. For that music- and dance-loving girl, a karaoke-dance party hits all the right notes.