Do you know that the Pokémon franchise has been the world’s largest game franchise and is popular among the kids? Kids of all ages love Pokémon for many different reasons, including a birthday party theme. So, catch our easy Pokémon party ideas for the big day! We’ve gathered the best Pokémon birthday party ideas to get you started planning an epic Pokémon gathering.
- Pokeball invitations
Send your guests Pokeball invitations to grab their attention. You can use various templates available in the market or online and take a printout. Along with invitations, send some Pokémon master gears and hats. Everyone will feel that they will be adventuring the island of Pokémon with those party hats, Pikachu hoods, and wristbands.
- Pokémon party backdrop
Let your birthday boy and his friends enjoy the theme by making a Pokémon backdrop or photo booth. For that, you will need some Pokémon props and a Pokémon theme backdrop. The props can be the characters, headbands, masks, or signs with some iconic Pokémon catchphrases.
- Pokémon theme piñata
Pokémon Piñatas are the perfect touch to add to your child’s birthday party! You can even choose Pokeball piñata for your party game. Guests will pull the ribbons to open the door of treats. For treats, add miniature Pokémon characters, candies, and some gift cards. The kids will surely love it!
- Pikachu Balloons
Decorate the whole venue with Pokémon-themed balloons, especially Pikachu. It is the staple item for any Pokémon party. Consider using a helium tank to make the setup more attractive and the process more manageable. You can also use those balloons as the table’s centerpiece by attaching a ribbon and scattering them throughout the room and at the main entrance. Also, don’t forget to create a garland out of those balloons.
- Food or energy counter
Turn your food counter into lots of Pokémon theme treats and energy cards. Add some Pokémon shapes sugar cookies and some Pokémon fruit snacks. For snacks, buy Pokémon decorated ramen noodles as they can be a good fit for any party. And having a Japanese dish for a Japanese anime party can be a great idea. Don’t forget to have some delicious Pokémon character cookies such as Pikachu, Bulbasaur, or Charmander. Even those macarons will look more delicious on your dessert table with faces of their favorite Pokémon character.
- Pokémon Piñata Cake
Always consider a Piñata cake a showstopping cake for every theme. It may be hard to make one at home, but you can order it from the nearby bakery or ask any of your friends to bake one for your child. Decorate the cake with miniature Pokémon s, color scheme, and design. Don’t forget to fill the inner portion with miniature figurines and candies. Also, add Pokémon birthday candles to the theme cake.
- Cupcakes and pops
Cupcakes are the most delicious treat you can serve on your kid’s birthday! Every child is fond of cupcakes. Decorate it with sprinkles and lots of frosting along with cake pops. You can even decorate or bake those treats in the shape of Pokémon or Pokeball. However, cake pops are the perfect shape to be transformed into Pokeball. Simply dip the one side in red, one side in white, and add that signature black detailing in the middle.
- Activities and games
Get the party going with some exciting games and activities based on Pokémon theme such as Pokémon headbands: When your guests enter the venue give them their Pokémon headbands and ask your guests to RSVP with their favorite Pokémon character and make the headbands before the party? Even you can set up a game of making headbands by going, crafter. Pokémon paper lantern: Ask your guests to make a paper lantern, and you will give them a gift. For that, you will have those little crafters and the supplies such as white paper lanterns, red paint, and painter tape or masking tape. Don’t forget some colorful paper.
- Party favors
Need something to offer the party favors? Fill a Pokémon favor bucket with paper shred and top with some favors such as yo-yos, disc-shooters, bouncy balls, miniatures Pokémon s, reusable Pokémon straws, Pikachu necklaces, Pokémon temporary tattoos or stickers, shoe charms, trading cards, or something similar. Consider giving the reusable buckets or cups.
- Grab party supplies based on the theme
Make your table flash like a Thunderbolt! Light up those little faces with fun Pokémon place settings. Put a Pokémon table cover, and give them Pikachu hats, plates, napkins, blowouts, and favors. It is an easy thing to do and will make you a good table decorator. While the supplies are simple, but going to add value to the overall birthday experience.
End the Party!
End your party by popping a picture into those thank you notes. It can be a great memento that will remind them of the party's fun.