Five Kids’ Summer Party Ideas

Long days, balmy breezes and endless ice cream – summer is on its way! It’s the perfect time to go all out with a celebration to remember. We’ve gathered five fun outdoor party themes that will delight the kids, impress your guests and make you smile too.

The Dream Pool Party

Planning a summer birthday? A pool party is bound to be a splash-hit. Whether you're hosting little swimmers or cool teens, the key to success is simple: sunshine, water and dreamy partyware. Think ice cream-shaped plates, pastel honeycomb garlands and the sweetest sundae napkins. Scoop, scoop, hooray!

Decorate

Set the scene with bold colours. Put oversized inflatables in the pool (giant ice creams, doughnuts and fruit slices always go down well), drape pastel-hued honeycomb garlands for a festive touch and scatter sun hats and sunglasses for guests to grab (they also make fun favours to take home afterwards).

Serve

No pool party is complete without ice lollies or ice cream. Dish up classic scoops in crunchy cones or set up a DIY sundae station with all the toppings – sprinkles, sauces and cherries on top. Keep drinks chilled in a cooler and serve up fruity mocktails in stripy cups.

Play

Make a splash with poolside games! Organise a floating ring toss, a relay race with inflatables or a freeze dance challenge where swimmers must strike a pose whenever the music stops. For little ones, a fishing-for-toys game in the shallow end is always a winner.

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Cool for Campers

Bring the magic of the great outdoors to your own backyard (or living room!) with this charming camping-inspired collection. Whether it's a birthday bash or summertime adventure, little explorers will love the camp-themed garland, campervan plates and backpack party bags– the perfect way to set the scene for an unforgettable celebration. Just add s’mores!

Decorate

Create a cosy campsite with twinkling fairy lights, mini tents and checked picnic blankets. Hang the camp-themed garland to set the scene and scatter woodland animal decorations for an extra touch of adventure. A faux campfire made of logs and tissue paper flames adds to the fun and is perfect for storytelling!

Serve

Keep little campers happy with classic campfire treats. Serve s’mores with gooey marshmallows, hot chocolate in enamel mugs and trail mix in snack cups for on-the-go energy. For a fun twist, set up a “make your own trail mix” station with nuts, dried fruit, popcorn and chocolate chips.

Play

Keep little adventurers entertained with a scavenger hunt or a nature-inspired craft station where they can decorate their own "scout badges" (add in camp-inspired stickers from the collection to inspire them!). End the night with a shadow puppet show inside a tent or cozy up for storybook time under the stars.

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Fruity Fun

Sweet, juicy and bursting with charm, our strawberry and cherry-themed collections are perfect for summer birthdays, garden parties or any alfresco celebration. With honeycomb strawberry garlands, strawberry-print plates, cherry-themed candles and more fresh, fruity table decor, it’s a delightful way to serve up seasonal treats.

Decorate

Transform your space into a vintage fruit market dream. Drape red and pink honeycomb garlands, scatter fresh flowers in jam jars and add strawberry and cherry balloons for a pop of playful colour. A gingham tablecloth, rattan baskets filled with fruit and twinkling fairy lights will set the perfect scene for a summertime feast.

Serve

Keep things fresh and delicious with berries, strawberry shortcake, cherry pies and fruit-topped cupcakes. For a fun DIY treat, set up a chocolate-dipped strawberry and cherry station with sprinkles and crushed nuts for extra crunch. For drinks, homemade strawberry lemonade or cherry fizz mocktails served in paper cups for younger kids or vintage-style glasses with striped paper straws for teens.

Play

For little guests, try a decorate-your-own-cupcake station or a “pin the stem on the cherry” game. For a relaxed touch, spread out picnic blankets for storytelling.

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A Magical Princess Party

Our enchanting collection of princess-themed partyware including our new swan-shaped plates, shimmering garlands, princess party supplies and dazzling costumes will set the scene for a fairy-tale celebration. Whether it’s a grand castle banquet or a whimsical tea party, get ready for a day of magic and make-believe!

Decorate

Turn your party space into a regal kingdom with pastel and gold decorations, a statement princess party garland and twinkling fairy lights. A castle backdrop or canopy of tulle and ribbons makes the perfect setting for royal portraits. Scatter paper crowns at each place setting and don’t forget a throne (a decorated chair!) for the birthday royal.

Serve

Every royal feast needs a spread of magical treats. Serve dainty sandwiches, pink cupcakes topped decorated with our magical princess cupcake kit and crown-shaped cookies. For drinks, mix up a “princess potion” (sparkling lemonade with raspberries) and serve in gold-rimmed cups with striped straws.

Play

Little royals will love a “Find the Glass Slipper” treasure hunt, a royal dance party with wands and tiaras or a storybook reading of classic fairy tales. Set up a “Knight vs. Princess” obstacle course or a DIY crown-decorating station with gems and stickers. And, of course, end the celebration with a royal coronation for the birthday child!

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A Winning Sports Party

Get ready to score maximum points with a sports-themed celebration! Whether your little champion loves football, tennis, basketball or all things sporty, our new sports collection has everything you need to delight them. With football-shaped plates, tennis napkins and bowling-themed cups this is the ultimate way to celebrate a birthday or a big sporting event with their favorite teammates.

Decorate

Transform your garden into a mini stadium with bunting in team colours, inflatable sports balls and pennants. Set up a photo wall with a winner’s podium for champion-worthy snapshots. For table settings, use grass-textured runners, sports-themed plates and water bottles with custom labels for a locker-room feel.

Serve

Keep the team fuelled with classic game-day snacks – think hot dogs, popcorn and fruit cups. Set up a “Build Your Own Snack” station with granola bars, protein bites and smoothies. For a winning dessert, serve sports-ball-shaped biscuits or a trophy-inspired cake. Hydration is key, so plenty of thirst-quenching drinks served in sporty cups is essential.

Play

Go for mini sports challenges! Organise a relay race, penalty shootout or basketball throw contest. Create a DIY obstacle course or hold a medal ceremony where everyone gets a fun prize. For a calmer option, set up a sports trivia game or let kids design their own team badges or jerseys.

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