When you’re throwing a party for someone you care about, you want it to be a big hit! Ready to move away from birthday party clichés and the same-old, same-old? You need unique birthday party ideas that you and your guests will all enjoy, celebrating your or your loved one’s special day in style.
Ready to take your birthday celebration from drab to fab? Let’s get started!
1. It’s All in The Theme
Nothing beats an original, fun theme to set the stage for a memorable birthday party, and we don’t just mean generic party plates with popular characters on them. Find ways to work your theme into the decor, the food, the activities, and even your outfit. A few of our favorite unique birthday party themes include:
- The Office (check this one out!)
- Speakeasy or Roarin’ 20’s
- The guest of honor’s favorite movie — from Harry Potter or Disney movies and so much more!
- Superheroes (Make it a Marvel vs. DC costume contest!)
- Formal Black Tie cocktail party
- Casino Night
- Classic Slumber Party
2. Go Big, Don’t Go Home
Don’t shirk on the setting for your birthday party! Your venue could be your home or backyard, but a celebratory affair could make going out on the town or renting a party space more worthwhile.
If you’re planning a more intimately sized party, consider attending a sporting event or concert together, followed by food and drinks at your place. If you have a guest list that is so long it extends from your hands all the way across the floor, renting a venue that accommodates your event will make your celebration much more stress-free.
Here are some of our favorite venues in Kansas City and St. Louis:
Unique Party Venues in Kansas City:
- Kansas City Zoo for a wild good time
- Fresh Air Farm for rustic charm
- Loose Mansion for a formal affair
- Boulevard Brewing Co. for drinks all around
- The Creamery for a cozy rooftop celebration
Unique Party Venues in St. Louis:
- Urban Chestnut for the beer-loving rustic
- Boo Cat Club for a versatile event space
- Thaxton Speakeasy for a themed throwback
- Vicia Restaurant for elegant dining
- Moonrise Hotel for an out-of-this-world experience
3. Throw a Party for Your Inner Child
What is that one unique birthday party idea you always wanted to do as a kid, but never got to? Is there a specific birthday party you remember loving in your childhood? Recreating a dream celebration for yourself or your child can be loads of fun for all ages—even the grownups can hop in on the fun!
And yes, by “hop in,” we do mean bounce houses. Because what better way to show everyone’s inner child a little TLC?
If you’re looking for inflatable party rentals in Kansas City or St. Louis, we’re going to get along just fine. We have a huge library of party rentals for all themes, ages, and unique birthday partying styles, including moonwalks, waterslides, and obstacle courses.
Did we get your attention with that last one? Great! You’re going to love our next unique birthday party idea…
4. Make It Competitive
Everyone has a little bit of a competitive side in them, and if you, your kiddo, or whoever else you’re planning a party for enjoys a friendly competition, then plan a party that speaks to that! This can even weave into your theme, such as a backyard carnival or turning your venue into a nightclub and casino. To really make it fun for the guests, plan some fun prizes they can win for various competitive games! That’s way more fun than participation-trophy party favors anyway.
5. Plan a Costume Party
Halloween isn’t the only day to get dressed up in a fun costume. Invite guests to dress in costumes that go with your party theme! This can be something super obvious, like everyone dressing as a favorite superhero for the DC vs. Marvel theme, or more subtle, like everyone choosing a costume of someone with the same initials as the guest of honor.
If your costume party idea risks a lot of overlap (like a movie theme where multiple guests could arrive dressed as the same character!), ask guests “claim” their costume when they RSVP and keep a list of who is wearing what to avoid duplicates.
6. Hire an Entertainer
Bringing entertainment to your party can really add the finishing touch to your unique birthday party! Get the guests excited with a caricature artist, face painter or balloon artist! Or if you want to get everyone hitting the dance floor, bring in DJ Mike Watts for an unforgettable party!
How Will You Make Your Birthday Party Unique?
We’d love to hear all about your own totally unique birthday party ideas and see how we can help make them happen! If you’re looking for fun party rentals in Kansas City and surrounding areas, contact Fun Services to learn more!
