Are you bored of throwing the same kinds of parties for your little boy or girl? Since he’s now old enough to appreciate all the goodies that he can get at a birthday bash, maybe you can now find a fun theme that he and his little friends can enjoy. Of course the theme must be something he can relate to, and something that he always associates with fun. One creative and fun idea is an alien or space party theme. With this unique theme, you can let your child marvel at and enjoy the wonders and adventures of being in outer space. It’s all about meeting Martians, commanding spaceships and stepping on new planets with this kind of party.

Planning an alien or space party can seem like a big hassle, but as long as you know the basic elements and details, it will be a cinch. Besides, all your hard work will be worth it when you see the delighted look on your child’s face.

Spaced-Out Decorations

One very important detail you’ll have to remember is the venue’s decoration. You need to create a dimly-lit atmosphere to mimic the aura of outer space. You also need to remember the different elements seen in space, such as the stars, planets, meteors and comets.

Visit partypalooza.com for alien playing cards

Inflatable alien decorations for a spaced-out theme

Alien beachballs for a fun game

To create this effect, dim all the lights and then put up cardboard cutouts of these different space elements. You can also put up sparkling lights to make them look like stars. Spaceship and rocket pictures would also be effective.

Out-of-this-World Food

As for the party food, you can use blue and green food coloring to give it an alien feel that kids would find appealing. For example, your gelatin dessert could be a unique shade or blue, or your cupcakes can be covered in gooey green icing. Serve them on aluminum foil-wrapped plates to give them a shiny, space age look.

Space-Age Games

You can also prepare enjoyable alien and space games for your little guests to keep them occupied. Pin the eye on the alien and space race are fun options you could consider. You could also entertain them with fun space trivia, such as finding out how much they weigh on different planets.

For a unique and out of this world party theme for your little man, an alien or space party would be a fun option you could choose. Try it out, and see your child’s face light up as he experiences and travels through the wonders of outer space at his very own birthday bash.

* An alien/space party will let you have an out-of-this world fun, but it’s all make-believe. Unfortunately, you won’t get to see a real alien in these gatherings. Perhaps, you should try these ideas so you’ll experience UFO sightings. You never know, maybe you’ll spot one tonight!