The summer months are the perfect time for backyard birthday parties for kids that take full advantage of the warm weather, backyards, parks or the beach. Often when parents start to plan a birthday party for their kids, they come up with a list of supplies that need to be purchased. Balloons, themes plates and party favors, an impressive cake, and some sort of entertainment.
Monique Banks and Ariel Banks Baker, the founders of BLUEPRINT DIY party plans, are getting parents to embrace a new way of thinking. After throwing more than 3,000 kids’ birthday parties, Monique and Ariel know that the secret to a great party is not really in the décor, it’s making the birthday child feel special, putting inclusivity at the forefront of all games and activities, and including adults in the fun.
The dynamic duo are helping parents create the ultimate birthday party with a Blueprint plan that provides a timeline, themed high-energy games, a list of supplies, which are based on a detailed questionnaire. Parents and kids can select from 27 themes which are customized to be everything that a child loves. No two parties are ever the same because no two children are alike. Those that embrace DIY parties will love the ability to set their own budgets and create a magical day.
Trending right now are themes that make the most of outdoor spaces. “Hosting a party in your backyard or at a park is a low stress and time-tested way to have a fun time. With a helping hand from BLUEPRINT, parents have everything that they need to easily host a magical day,” says Ariel.
Field Day – Perfect for a backyard or park, kids love to play tons of games that include relay races and tug-of-war. Every game is played in groups, so that no one feels left out.Hawaiian Luau – Create a tropical paradise theme right in your backyard. This theme is trending because it’s popular with both parents and kids!
Olympics – With the Tokyo Olympics around the corner, there is no better time to get in the spirit of things then with this theme party. It’s also a great way to teach kids about different countries and cultures.
Color War – As with all high energy games that BLUEPRINT recommends, this them offers loads of fun to the extreme. This is all about colorful competition that is inclusive.
Carnival – Games and prizes bring out the same thrill of your favorite town carnival. Kids love the cotton candy and parents do too!
“What’s important to remember about picking a theme is that it is fully customized to be exactly what your child loves. Everything from their favorite music and colors, to creating an event that fits their personality is what makes a great time. It’s nice to have a beautiful event, but the fun, joy, and magic is in the emotions that are created when the focus is on what the child really cares about,” says Monique.
