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2. MINI OLYMPICSTHEME: An energetic celebration where kids become athletes for the day. Get some energy out with this fun, active party theme.FOOD:%u2022 Sandwich %u201cmedals%u201d cut into star or circle shapes%u2022 Popcorn in paper cones labeled %u201cOlympic Torches%u201d%u2022 Fruit skewers in gold, silver, and bronze themes%u2022 A medal-shaped birthday cakeACTIVITIES:Obstacle course: Create an indoor course using chairs, pillows, and tape.Ring toss: Use hula hoops or make your own rings out of paper plates.Balloon volleyball:Divide kids into teams and use a balloon as the ball, trying to keep it up in the air as long as possible.Award ceremony:Give out medals (plastic ones work great) and celebrate everyone%u2019s participation.SUPPLIES:%u2022 Tape for marking lanes and start/finish lines%u2022 Hula hoops or paper plates%u2022 Balloons for volleyball%u2022 Small plastic medals or printable certificatesPARTY FAVORS:Medals or certificates and small sports equipment like a bouncy ball or beach ball.3. DIY ART PARTYTHEME: A colorful party where kids unleash their creativity. It can get a little messy, but that%u2019s part of the fun!FOOD:%u2022 %u201cPaint Palette%u201d veggie trays with colorful veggies and dips%u2022 Cupcakes with white frosting and edible %u201cpaint%u201d (small containers of colored frosting)%u2022 Rainbow popcorn or a candy buffet in various colors%u2022 A cake shaped like a paintbrush or decorated with colorful splashesACTIVITIES:Canvas painting: Give each child a small canvas and paint to create their own masterpiece. You can have a theme or let kids paint whatever they want.DIY slime station: Provide glue, glitter, and coloring for kids to make their own slime. Be sure to have lots of bowls and spoons for mixing. Include small, resealable containers for kids to take their slime home.Collaborative mural: Hang a large sheet of paper on the wall for everyone to contribute to a giant piece of artwork. You can have the birthday child pick a theme ahead of time.Face painting: Designate an artistic teen or adult to paint the kids%u2019 faces.SUPPLIES:%u2022 Canvas or sturdy paper for painting%u2022 Paints, brushes, and smocks%u2022 Slime-making materials (glue, activator, glitter, food coloring)%u2022 Paper or table covers to protect surfacesPARTY FAVORS:Painted canvas, art supplies, slime, or a small art kit to take home.Playzone Obstacle CourseAlaskaParent.com fall 2025 alaska parent 21