How to host an eco-friendly fun kids party at home

How to Host a fun, memorable and Eco-Friendly Kids’ Party at Home

Throwing a kids’ party at home can be a really fun experience for both children and parents.  It can also be cheaper than hiring a hall or doing an activity.  With a little creativity, you can create a fun and magical atmosphere while keeping it eco-friendly. In this blog, we’ll look at ideas for decorating your home, laying the table, and planning activities, including five entertaining games perfect for children aged 4 to 8.

Eco-Friendly Party Decorations

1. Recyclable and Reusable Decorations

Swap single-use plastic decorations for sustainable alternatives. Use bunting made from fabric scraps or paper chains crafted from old magazines. You can also create pom-poms using biodegradable tissue paper or yarn.

2. Nature-Inspired Touches

Bring the outdoors in with fresh flowers, leaves, and twigs. Arrange them in glass jars or tin cans decorated with ribbons. Painted stones or pinecones can make lovely table decorations.

3. DIY Party Backdrop

Create a photo-worthy backdrop using a large piece of kraft paper and let your child draw or paint their favourite characters or themes. For an extra touch, hang fairy lights or paper lanterns for a magical effect.

Setting the Table

1. Reusable Tableware

Invest in reusable plates, cups, and cutlery made from bamboo or stainless steel. If you need disposable options, opt for compostable plates and utensils. Cloth napkins are a great alternative to paper ones and add an elegant touch to the table.

2. Themed Table Runners

Use a plain cloth tablecloth and decorate it with a themed table runner, such as a strip of recycled wrapping paper or fabric. You could even let your child customise the runner with drawings or stamps.

3. Personalised Place Settings

Create handmade place cards using recycled cardboard or craft paper. Let the kids decorate their cards as a pre-party craft activity.

Cookie Decorating: A Creative Party Activity

Cookie decorating is a fantastic activity that doubles as a treat. Before the party, bake a batch of plain cookies in fun shapes like stars, animals, or flowers. Set up a decorating station with bowls of natural food colouring, icing, sprinkles, and edible glitter. Provide eco-friendly aprons or reusable bibs to keep kids’ clothes clean, and let their creativity shine.

Not only is this activity engaging, but it also serves as a fun and tasty treat to take home —each child can take home their decorated cookies in a small reusable tin or kraft paper bag.

You can also grab supplies for your cookie party here from our supply shop

5 Fun Party Games for Kids (Ages 4-8)

1. Treasure Hunt

Hide small eco-friendly toys or treasures around your house or garden. Provide the kids with clues or a simple map, and watch their excitement as they search for the hidden prizes.

2. Musical Statues

Play upbeat music and let the kids dance freely. When the music stops, they must freeze in place like statues. To make it more eco-friendly, play music on a portable speaker rather than using lots of single-use props.

3. Pin the Tail on the Donkey (or Theme Variation)

Create your own version of this classic game using recycled cardboard. For example, if your party theme is dinosaurs, make a “Pin the Tail on the Dinosaur.”

4. Nature Craft Contest

Provide natural materials like leaves, twigs, and flowers. Challenge the kids to create something, such as mini bouquets, stick people, or leaf collages.

5. Eco-Friendly Piñata

Make your own piñata using a papier-mâché balloon and fill it with small wooden toys, seed packets, or biodegradable confetti. Let the children take turns hitting it with a stick.

Other Eco-Friendly Party Tips

• Party Bags: Replace plastic goody bags with fabric drawstring bags or use our baking kit party bags… they also work as a stylish table decoration so can be added to each child’s place setting.   

• Snacks: Serve food in bulk to reduce packaging waste. For example, popcorn in a big bowl instead of individual bags or homemade fruit skewers instead of pre-packaged treats.

• Waste Management: Set up separate bins for composting, recycling, and general waste to make cleanup easier and more eco-conscious.

Hosting a kids’ party at home doesn’t have to be overwhelming or wasteful. With some thoughtful planning, you can create a magical day filled with fun activities, creative decorations, and eco-friendly touches that children will love and parents will appreciate.

So, roll up your sleeves, gather your supplies, and prepare for a memorable celebration—one that’s as kind to the planet as it is to your guests!