How you can indulge in these four trending themes for your child's next birthday party

Gigi Hadid (right) at her daughter’s birthday celebrations. Pic Courtesy/Instagram

Mermaid magic

Pink pastel and seashell-themed decor

A mermaid-themed birthday party for a four-year-old can be truly magical with the right touches. Unique mermaid-themed decoration and activity corner would be a creative addition. "Including fun elements like a makeover station with shell hair braiding and a glitter tattoo counter would keep everyone is engaged," said Tanvi Mishal, co-founder of Lil Posh Balloons.

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A kiddie pool with bouncing balls is a great interactive addition, while a sandcastle-shaped cake with mermaid motifs like pearls, mermaid tails and dried florals would be a showstopper. "A dessert table with a tail, seashell and pearl oyster-shaped cake pops, cupcakes and macarons can make the event look grand," she recommends.

Kids indulge in art as they paint their initials

A sandpit and a make-your-own-sandcastle activity can incorporate sensory play. Pinatas filled with goodies like keychains, stationary and candy and treasure hunts in the venue can add a fun and adventurous touch. Hiring a host will ensure parents can relax.

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Thrills and chills

A pumpkin-themed party decor

A Halloween-themed birthday party is the perfect way to bring a spooky twist to traditional celebrations, especially in October. "We can create a bespoke party featuring a witch's lair and pumpkin patch -themed decoration, food and activities," says (inset) Shraddha Mehta, founder of The Beddy Bye Co.

The venue can be decorated with witch hats, spider webs, pumpkins, ghost decor, and a witch mascot greeting kids with eerie sounds. For older kids, jack-o'-lantern carving offers a fun challenge, while younger ones can enjoy pumpkin or witch hat painting. Kids can mix their own ‘potions' by combining soft drinks and sugar syrups.

Spooky decor (right) a host at a station serving cotton candy

They can get their face painted and click pictures in a pumpkin -themed photo booth. "Kids can enjoy a meet-and-greet with a witch, or be taken out to trick-or-treat," Mehta suggests. Spooky-themed food like red jelly cups, ghost sandwiches, and pumpkin donuts add to the immersive experience.
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Slip into the fun

A slime party is a fantastic way to incorporate sensory play for kids. "I was inspired by the Sloomoo Institute in New York, a museum dedicated to slime," explains (inset) Priyanka Lunia, founder of The Pinata Project. Activities can include make-your-own-slime stations, here kids can mix and match colours and textures like vanilla and popcorn, to craft unique slimes that double as return gifts.

"We can embrace the mess with a slime war or let the kids toss sticky slime on the wall to create vibrant masterpieces," she adds. The dessert table can feature colourful chocolate fountains, jelly, and cupcakes. A treasure chest filled with slime and hidden goodies adds an adventurous scavenger hunt element. Slime is popular among kids, and allowing them to embrace the mess in a structured, fun environment provides hands-on experience that sparks joy and creativity.
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Care-free camping

A camping party is the perfect way to elevate a slumber party into an immersive and adventurous experience. "We recreate an indoor camping experience with themed activities, and camp-inspired food," says (inset) Reenaa Gupta, co-founder of Events Bay. Activities such as potting plants offer educational experience and can be a thoughtful return gift.

A dig-your-own-dinosaur-egg treasure hunt adds excitement, while games like tug-of-war and floor is lava keep the energy high. Kids can craft their own night lights with clear bottles, string lights and paint. "We can also have a ‘make your own s'mores' station," she adds. Dessert tables can feature tree and animal-shaped cookies and cake pops.
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