Most Popular New Birthday Party Themes for 2025

It’s all smiles with this playful and nostalgic theme inspired by the 90s! Decorate with bold neon colors, checkered patterns, and, of course, happy face motifs everywhere. Think vibrant party plates, smiley balloons, and quirky napkins that capture the retro vibes. Add in some funky 90s music and DIY friendship bracelet stations for a party that’s as cool as it is fun. Perfect for kids who love bright and cheerful celebrations!

Astronauts, Space Ships, & Stars

Blast off into an out-of-this-world celebration with a space-themed birthday party! Transform your party into a cosmic adventure with metallic garlands, rocket-shaped plates, and starry tableware. Create a “mission control” snack station with astronaut-themed treats and party favors like glow-in-the-dark stickers. For added fun, let kids design their own “planet” using craft supplies. Space parties are sure to be a stellar hit for any budding astronaut!

Dreamy, whimsical, & cute!

Step into an enchanted forest with a whimsical fairy mushroom theme! Decorate with pastel balloons, floral garlands, and mushroom-shaped tableware to create a magical atmosphere. Add fairy wings and flower crowns for the little guests to wear, and set up a DIY terrarium station as a take-home craft. This dreamy theme is perfect for nature-loving kids and guarantees an enchanting celebration.

Cute animals, carnival, & more!

The circus is in town, and it’s bringing an animal parade with it! Bright stripes, colorful balloons, and adorable circus animal decorations make this theme a feast for the eyes. Set the table with plates featuring lions, elephants, and giraffes, and add fun carnival games like ring toss or a beanbag toss for entertainment. Don’t forget the popcorn and cotton candy to complete the experience!

Rawr!

Get ready to roar with excitement for a dinosaur themed birthday party! Create a dinosaur world with dino-shaped plates, leafy garlands, and mini dino figurines as table accents. Add a “dig site” activity where kids can uncover fossil replicas or dino eggs. With colorful decorations and interactive elements, this theme is always a crowd-pleaser for little paleontologists.

It's a pawty, and you're invited!

Calling all dog lovers! A puppy themed birthday party is paws-itively adorable. Decorate with paw print banners, puppy-shaped plates, and bone-shaped treats. Set up a “pup adoption” station where kids can pick out and decorate their own stuffed puppy to take home. This theme is perfect for kids who can’t get enough of furry friends and fun!

Hello, kitty! This theme is the cats meow

For the feline fanatics, a kitty-themed party is the purr-fect choice. Use cat-shaped plates, pastel paw print napkins, and playful balloon garlands to set the scene. Add a face-painting station where kids can get whiskers and cat ears, and organize a game of “cat and mouse” tag to keep everyone entertained. It’s a meow-some way to celebrate!

Embark on a wild safari adventure!

Embark on a wild safari adventure with this animal-themed party! Decorate with earthy tones, palm leaves, and animal print accents. Set the table with lion, zebra, and giraffe-themed plates and napkins, and create a “jungle trail” with clues and hidden treasures for kids to discover. Safari hats and binoculars make fun photo props and party favors for your little explorers.