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3 Birthday Party Ideas Any Teen Will Love
If you’re a teen or the parent of one, you know that a lot can change over the span of a few years, and fast. One minute, you’re being dropped off at kindergarten, and the next, you’re being asked where you’re applying to college. But when your birthday comes around, one thing’s for sure: no one grows out of enjoying a majorly fun birthday party with all their BFFs in attendance.
So, how can you make sure your (or your teen’s) upcoming birthday party reflects the times and hits the perfect balance between not-yet-an-adult and no-longer-a-kid? From sports-themed parties to a decked-out movie night the birthday teen will always remember, here are three teenage birthday party ideas your teen and their friends will love!
SLEEPLESS SLEEPOVER
There’s not much in this world a teenager enjoys more than staying up as late as possible and then sleeping in the following morning. Why not tap into their favorite hobby by hosting a sleepless slumber party for them and a few of their closest friends?
Send out sleepover-themed invites and then start planning party options for the big (and very long) night. A few activities that’ll be a great idea to keep them giggling and gloriously busy include:
- Teen-friendly card games, like “The Best Friend Game” or “Would You Rather for Teens.”
- Setting up a gaming console in their room so they can play their favorite video or VR games.
- Organizing a nail-painting station so they can swap manicures, pedicures, and the latest gossip.
PRIVATE MOVIE SCREENING
Lights, camera, action!
If your teen has a passion for indie films or they fashion themselves to be the next Spielberg, a private movie showing might be the perfect birthday party idea. Here are some keys to making this theme a success:
- Plan your premiere location: If you have a suitable space in your home, you can roll out the red carpet and set up a movie theatre in-house with plenty of cushions and bean bag chairs for seating.
- Set the movie schedule: Ask the future director to choose the film they’d like to watch. Would they prefer a timeless classic or today’s hottest flick?
- Send movie-themed invites: Finally, send everyone the details of this premiere event with a movie-inspired invitation.
KARAOKE PARTY
While some teens prefer to play it low-key, others might feel the world’s their stage—and a karaoke party is a perfect way to step into the spotlight.
Whether you choose to set the stage at home with shimmery garlands and neon lights, or you decide to rent a karaoke room, teens will have a blast singing their favorite bops at this dance party.
Before you send out customized karaoke-themed invitations with the details of your Grammy-worthy affair, be sure to sort out the basics of your dance party, including:
- Choosing a theme: Make it even more exciting by choosing a musical theme that coincides with the party. Themes that fit seamlessly with karaoke include rock’n’roll, boy and girl bands, and music through the ages. Or, if your teen has a particular favorite decade of music, you can roll with their decade of choice.
- Finding fun prizes: Bring a little friendly competition into the mix by creating superlatives like “best dressed,” “best singer,” and “best dancer.” The winners can take home a party favor of your (and your teen’s) choosing.
