Hosting a Carnival Party That All the Kids Will Love

Colorful countless balloons, eye-popping brightfootball through the hanging hula hoop.
colors and fun games - a carnival is definitely oneYou can also have a Putting Challenge, where you
of the happiest places for the kids! So, why notcan just borrow Dad's putter and putt returner.
bring the excitement of the carnival into your littleFor the Ball Toss, kiddies can toss 3 softballs into
son or daughter's birthday party! You can invitea basket and win a prize!
kids to a carnival-themed party in your backyardCarnival Birthday Party Decorations Idea
or at the local park. Either way, there is awesomeAside from the carnival booths you'll going to set
fun to be had by everyone!up, have plenty of balloons and streamers in
Fun Carnival Invitesprimary colors: red, yellow and blue. You can also
For a great carnival-inspired birthday invites plan,hang a trapeze above the table. Use paper towel
send out some 'Admit One' ticket party invitationstubes and streamers. Add a stuffed monkey for
to guests. This is quite easy. Just design your owna cute trapeze artist. Also stick some circus
ticket on the computer. Use text boxes or freeposters on the walls, and lay stuffed animals all
templates that are included in your wordaround!
processing software. In bold letters across theCarnival Fun Foods
top, type the words 'Admit One for (your kid'sWhip up some Carnival-themed party menu!
name)'s Birthday Carnival!' Then, provideCarnival party foods include soft pretzels, corn
underneath the complete party details: time, date,dogs, peanuts, corn on the cob, popcorn, string
place, RSVP by date and contact number.cheese, ice cream cake, watermelons, fruit punch
Carnival Ticket Boothor lemonade and balloon cupcakes.
A carnival wouldn't be complete if there's noCarnival Party FavorsSend out some great
ticket booth! Make one and turn it into acarnival party favors such as paddle balls, punching
face-painting booth as well! You can provide aballoons, yo yo's, silly putty, card games, giant
chart of sample images that consist oflollipops, spinning tops, kazoos and whistles!
easy-to-draw items (a balloon, rainbow, lightningCool Carnival Birthday Party Games
bolt, flower, heart, etc.) This will let the kiddiesAside from the games available in your party
know exactly what their options are. Also, thisbooths, have any party games you know of. It's
serves as a handy reference sheet for youra carnival party, so any fun activities that give out
volunteer face-paint artist!prizes will do! Bean Bag Toss, Lawn Bowling, Ring
Instant Carnival BoothsToss, Horse Shoes, Hula Hoops, Obstacle Course,
The carnival booths in your Carnival-themedWater Balloon Toss, Balloon Darts, Relay Races....
birthday party need not be elaborate. You canWhatever you choose, expect to have guests go
create some that are made from everydayhome happily with lots of prizes! TIP: To cut back
items! For the Basketball Shooting, just draw a lineon the cost of prizes, purchase a big assortment
on the driveway (3 shots per ticket). Also, youbag of candies and small prizes.
can set a table where kiddies can guess theWith a Carnival-themed birthday party, expect
number of animal crackers or jelly beans in thehearty laughter and full-on excitement feel the air!
jar. For the Quarterback Test, just provide aFor more fun and great party ideas, watch out
football and hula hoop. Kiddies can throw thefor my upcoming party theme articles!