Category: Party
Halloween Activities and Games for Kids’ School Parties
Halloween doesn’t have to be scary or gory. If you’re looking for super fun Halloween activities and games for kids, don’t fret! Our House of Ideas partners have pulled together a list of Halloween games and activities that are perfect for home parties with just a few kids, but they’re also ideal for larger groups, such as your child’s classroom Halloween or Harvest party.
Printable Party Games from Michelle’s Party Plan-It
Halloween printables are super easy party activities for kids. Click, print and you’re done. These Halloween printables include pin the heart on the ghost, mazes, word games and more. They’re perfect for kids of all ages — even if they can’t read independently yet.
Classroom Halloween Party Ideas from Love the Day
From Halloween slime, to Q tip skeletons, these Halloween kids’ activities from Love the Day will have you covered. Whether you’re a teacher on a budget, or a room parent who’s in charge of planning the entire classroom Halloween party, these ideas can help you plan a great party without spending a lot of cash.
Halloween Scavenger Hunt from Sugar Bee Crafts
Grab your kids and get ready for a fun scavenger hunt! This fun Halloween printable will have your kids running through your house eagerly trying to figure out the next clue. With cute rhymes and easy to decipher clues, even little kiddos will have fun with this Halloween activity.
Toilet Paper Mummy from Sugar Bee Crafts
Another fun idea from Sugar Bee Crafts is a toilet paper mummy. Kids will love wrapping up their friends in rolls of toilet paper. It’s one of the easiest Halloween games for kids around and doesn’t take a lot of supplies or prepwork — just a few rolls of toilet paper!
Glowstick Ring Toss from Sugar Bee Crafts
This kids’ Halloween game is super fun after dark! Just take a large glowstick and place it into the ground so it stays upright. Then take a couple glow necklaces and use them as rings for a ring toss game! Afterwards, send the kids home with the glow necklaces. It’s a game and a party favor all in one.
Mummy Bowling from Giggles Galore
Who’s your mummy? This mummy bowling set couldn’t be easier! Just take a regular kids’ bowling set and wrap the pins and ball with a little toilet paper. Add some details like cute bows and googly eyes and you have the perfect Halloween activity for a Mummy and Me Halloween party.
Whether you’re planning a larger Halloween classroom party or you just want to throw a small playdate party at home, theseHalloween activities and games for kids make the planning a cinch!
Easy Football Party Ideas for Your Next Tailgating Party
Easy Football Party Ideas for Your Next Tailgating Party
Tailgating parties can be the best part of the fall! Whether you’re a fan of your local college team or professional football is your fave, these easy football party ideas can be a great way to get family and friends together week after week. Look no further than these tailgating party ideas for inspiration.
If you’re short on time, but still want to throw a great football party, consider this tip from Mariah with Giggles Galore — have your party catered. Add in some disposable tableware and you’ll be able to enjoy yourself rather than spending all the time in the kitchen.
If you’re attending a football party instead of throwing one yourself, bring your hosts an adorable guest handout. These easy football party favors from Tauni from Tauni Everett combine clear favor tubes, candy or gumballs, white craft vinyl and a free printable tag to get everyone excited for the big game.
A football party can’t exist without an awesome football themed snack table. Michelle from Michelle’s Party Plan-It makes planning your football snack table a breeze. Easy snacks like bakery cupcakes, popcorn and pretzels mean that you’ll be able to actually watch the game with your guests. Go team!
If you’re looking for an easy football party dessert that can be eaten on the go, look no further. This Rice Krispie treats cake is shaped like a football jersey! It’s designed to pull apart easily, which means that your guests won’t have to sit down with a plate and fork like a traditional piece of cake. Making it is easy with instructions from Kim with The Celebration Shoppe. It’s well, a piece of cake!
If chocolate is your weakness, Randi from Dukes and Duchesses has another awesome football party snack idea that couldn’t be easier. Add store bought brownie bites into the shape of a football, add some pigskin laces with a little white frosting and you have an easy peasy dessert that your guests will love.
If you have a favorite professional football team, take this tailgating party inspiration from Tammy with Pink Peppermint Design. She took team specific tableware and combined them with polka dots to create an adorable, one of a kind football party.
Another option for throwing a football party is to provide a main dish and ask your guests to bring the sides. Lindi from Love the Day took this to the next level with her Nacho Bar football party. She provided chips and asked her guests to bring the toppings! It’s a great way to get a variety of football party foods and also to ensure that everyone has their own favorite.
Whether you’re celebrating the first game or the big game at the end of the season, these football party ideas will help you create an unforgettable tailgate party for your friends and family.
Back to School Party Ideas Perfect for the End of Summer
The end of summer is approaching! If your kids are dreading going back to school, get them excited with these awesomely adorable back to school party ideas.
This back to school breakfast party from Tammy with Pink Peppermint Design features math flash cards as decor elements. Large flash cards made out of foam core and construction paper help set the stage, while pancakes and apples help send kids off to school with a full belly for the first day.
Back to School Breakfast Party
Randi from Dukes and Duchesses created this cute primary colored breakfast bar that features pre-made frozen breakfast items. They’re the perfect breakfast for busy parents on the go who still want to take time out to celebrate.
The night before school can be full of jitters, especially if your kids are going to a new school. This back to school party from Kim with The Celebration Shoppe is ideal for the day before the big day. With a adorable cake topper bunting, food tags and more, you’ll be able to throw a party for your own kids or the entire neighborhood.
Free Back to School Party Cake Topper
School supply shopping is one of the best parts of getting ready for back to school time. Don’t let the fun end at the store checkout though! Grab some friends make back to school supply kits with these ideas from Lindi with Love the Day.
Back to School Activities Party
Apples and school go together like peanut butter and jelly. Throw in some donuts and you’ve got an unforgettable apples and donuts party from Mariah with Giggles Galore. With its donuts on a string and an apple tasting station, this party is sure to be a winner with your kids.
Apples and Donuts Back to School Party
These fun back to school party ideas are the perfect way to send your kids off to school in style! Whether you’re planning a fun family event or you’re inviting neighborhood friends, these fun back to school parties are a great way to kick off a new school year.