A bubble birthday party

Bubble invitations

Free designs with an RSVP link that tracks every reply. Tap one to start yours; your names, date and place fill in, and you can change the design any time.

IridescentUse this designHolo stickerUse this designBubble machineUse this designPop artUse this designVellumUse this designWatercolorUse this design

Ideas for your bubble party

Pick one or two from each and keep the rest simple.

Games and activities for your bubble party

How to play and what you need. Pick them in your plan and the supplies go on your shopping list.

Bubble pop freeze dance

Ages 1 to 6 · 10 min

A grown-up runs the bubble machine while the music plays and everyone dances and pops. When the music stops, freeze until a bubble lands on you. Nobody is out.

You’ll need: Bubble machine and refill solution, Speaker and a playlist

Bubble wrap stomp

Ages 1 to 5 · 10 min

Tape a long strip of big-bubble wrap to the floor as a runway. Little ones stomp, hop and crawl down it to pop every bubble, then do it again backwards. Grown-ups pick up the wrap right after.

You’ll need: Large-bubble bubble wrap, 1 roll, Painter's tape

Giant bubbles

Ages 3 to 10 · 15 min

Dip a giant wand into a tray of solution, lift it slowly and walk backwards to pull out a huge bubble. Kids take turns; the biggest bubble before it pops wins a cheer. Outside, on a calm day.

You’ll need: Giant bubble wands, 2, Bubble solution, 1 gallon, A shallow tray or baking pan

Bubble painting

Ages 4 to 10 · 20 min

Mix washable paint into bubble solution in cups. Kids blow out (never sip) through a straw until the bubbles rise over the rim, then press white card on top for a bubbly print.

You’ll need: Washable paint, Bubble solution, Paper cups and straws, White card stock

Shop the bubble look

Plates, decor, favors and a cake idea in the theme's colors. The Shop counts each one for your guest list.

PlatesCupsNapkinsBannerBalloonsFavor bagsPhoto propsCake

Open the bubble shop

What to do and when

The plan for a birthday party, counted back from the party day. Festidy puts real dates on it. A free birthday party planner keeps the invitation, the replies and the shopping in one place.

1. 6 to 8 weeks out

   • Pick a date, a start time, and a backup date
   • Set a budget and choose your big two
   • Write the guest list
   • Choose a theme together
   • Lock in the location and a rain plan
   • Note food, accessibility, and comfort needs

2. 4 to 6 weeks out

   • Decide: hire an entertainer or run your own games
   • Book rentals if you need them
   • Send the invitations
   • Order the cakeCake idea: A pastel cake covered in pearl and iridescent sugar bubbles, with a few clear bubbles on top.
   • Ask helpers and give them roles
   • Make one contact and confirmation list

3. 2 to 3 weeks out

   • Order decor, tableware, and favorsDecor idea: A bubble machine by the door, aimed at the yard
   • Plan the menu and check allergiesMenu idea: Melon balls and berries in clear cups
   • Plan 3 or 4 activities, plus a backupActivity idea: Bubble pop freeze dance
   • Follow up on RSVPs
   • Build your one-stop shopping list

4. The week before

   • Confirm every vendor
   • Lock the headcount and shop for food and drinks
   • Prep favors, decor, and a playlist
   • Write the party-day schedule
   • Send the final party note

5. The day before

   • Pick up the cake and set up what you can
   • Pack a party-day kit
   • Charge devices and share the run sheet
   • Make the final weather and space call

6. Party day

   • Set up an hour before
   • Run the party and finish on time
   • Reset the space and check for left-behind items

7. After the party

   • Share photos and settle any remaining balances
   • Send thank-yous
   • Save photos and notes for next year
   • Leave a quick note for your future self

Party-day run of show

For a 2-hour party starting at 2 pm.

• 1:30 pm
  Final setup and safety checkSetup crew gets food, activities, and the entrance ready.
• 2:00 pm
  Arrivals and free playKid wrangler greets kids and keeps an eye on arrivals.
• 2:30 pm
  Main game or entertainerEntertainment lead runs the planned game or entertainer.
• 3:00 pm
  Snacks and drinksFood lead puts out snacks and checks dietary labels.
• 3:20 pm
  Cake and candlesPhotographer gets the group shot before serving.
• 3:35 pm
  Craft, favors, and goodbyesThe host ends on time while energy is still high.
• 4:00 pm
  Quick resetCollect gifts and check the space for left-behind items.

Free bubble printables

Print at home on letter paper or card stock.

More kids' birthdays themes

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