Updated on: Aug 31, 2024
As Mario would say, “Oh Yeah! Mario Time!”. Throwing a Mario-themed party should be fun, easy, and stress-free. If a Mario-themed party is not really your style then don’t sweat it because we have a variety of ideas for party themes, themed parties for kids, birthdays, and more! Here at Easy Event Planning, we strive to help make party planning fast and easy.
Mario Themed Birthday Party: Decorations
1. Photo Backdrop
A photo backdrop is a necessity when it comes to any themed birthday party! Not only do photo backdrops help add to the overall theme of the party, but they also make for great photo opportunities. For example, your guests could take selfies in front of the photo backdrop, or you could even have all the guests stand in front of the photo backdrop for a group photo.
2. Mario Bricks
Your Mario bricks can be placed around your party randomly or you can use them as table centerpieces. The well-known bricks play a huge role in many Mario video games and will work great with the theme of your party.
3. Yoshi Eggs
Having Yoshi eggs as a party decoration is simple and easy all while fitting the theme of the party. These decorations are small and are great spacefillers when one area has fewer decorations compared to another. You can even have your guests paint a Yoshi egg as a party activity!
4. Mario Themed Cut Outs
Not only are Mario-themed cutouts perfect for photo opportunities, but they also add to the overall theme of the party. These cutouts are perfect to hang inside or outside for all of your guests to see.
5. Mario Inflatable Balloons
Having a Mario inflatable balloon is a great decoration as your guests will be able to be “greeted” by him upon entry into your Mario-themed party. This type of inflatable balloon would also be great to have near the photo backdrop.
Mario Themed Birthday Party: Favors
6. Mario Keychains
This party favor is a classic as your guest will be able to show off to their friends their new keychain all while remembering the great time they had at your Mario-themed party. Your guests will be able to choose from characters such as Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, Bowser, Princess Peach, and more!
7. Mario Character Bags
Mario character bags are a great party favor as they fit the overall theme, and can be reused for whatever your guest needs once they leave the party. Your guest will also be able to store all of their party favors in the character bag!
8. Mario Stickers
What better than to have stickers as a party favor? Your guests will have many options to choose from and they can even choose from any of their favorite characters if they don’t want a Mario sticker.
9. Mario Temporary Tattoos
Temporary tattoos are a great party favor as they are simple to put on and come off easily with soap and water. Your guests will have many options, so they are sure to find one that they love. After the party, they will be able to show off their tattoo to family and friends and tell them all about the party they attended.
10. Mario Slap Bracelets
Mario slap bracelets are a unique party favor as your guests will be able to show off their new bracelets whenever they want! The best part about the slap bracelets is how easy they are put on and take off.
Mario Themed Birthday Party: Food Ideas
11. Strawberry and Grape “Piranha Plant” Skewers
Your guests will be amazed by this great food idea. You can recreate the piranha plants from Mario kart by sticking grapes on a skewer and adding a cut-up strawberry on top of the skewer.
12. “Power Up” Pizza
Another food item that you can’t go wrong with at a party is pizza! Fuel your guests by giving them “power up” pizza so they will be able to have a blast while playing the games at your party.
13. Mario Themed Peanut Butter and Jelly Stars
This food idea is simple and a classic that your guests are sure to love. It is easy to eat and the star shape fits the Mario theme well due to the fact that players earn stars at the end of each Mario Kart race. You can even buy star-shaped cookie cutters to make shaping the sandwiches easier.
14. Character-Shaped Cake
Having a character-shaped cake is a great way to combine a classic birthday party with a Mario-themed birthday party. If you are feeling really creative, you could even try and attempt to make the cake yourself rather than buying it from a store.
15. Chocolate Gold Coins
Your party guests will be over the moon and filled with excitement when they see that they are able to eat the gold coins at your party! These treats are simple and are sure to amaze your guests.
Mario Themed Birthday Party: Games/Activities
16. Mario Kart Tournament
What better way to throw a Mario-themed party than to have a Mario Kart tournament? Your party guests are sure to be excited when they are able to choose what character they want to play as and then see if they win the game.
17. Mario Characters Costume Contest
A fun way to incorporate the Mario characters into your Mario-themed party is by having a Mario character costume contest! Your guests will be able to dress up as characters such as Yoshi, Luigi, Mario, and more!
18. Painting Yoshi Eggs
This activity is sure to keep your party guests entertained. All you need is some plastic Easter eggs and some paint. Your guests will then be able to paint the classic Yoshi eggs that Yoshi leaves around.
19. Mario Inflatable Obstacle Course
If you are looking for your guests to burn off some energy then this is the activity for you. You can buy or rent a Mario inflatable obstacle course and have two guests race through the course to see who finishes first. If you can't find a Mario inflatable obstacle course, you can always rent or buy a regular inflatable obstacle course and add Mario decorations onto it.
20. Mario Trivia
This party game is simple and is one that all of your party guests will love. You will be able to run a small game of Mario trivia where all the guests will be able to guess facts about Mario and his friends.
Mario Themed Birthday Party: Party Supplies
21. Tablecloth
There is no doubt that you will have tables at your party that are covered with food and gifts, so why not add a Mario-themed tablecloth to add to the theme of the party? There are many options to choose from, and they are all sure to fit the Mario theme.
22. Cups
Mario themed cups are such a fun way for kids to enjoy their beverages. It will surely look like a Mario-themed party when you see your guests walking around and/or taking home their Mario cups!
23. Paper Plates
Prevent a mess and do it in a fun way by getting some Mario-themed paper plates to hold your Mario-themed food! Not only will the plates fit the theme, but the paper plates are also easy to clean up.
24. Napkins
After having Mario-themed tablecloths, cups, and plates it is only fitting to have Mario-themed napkins as well! There are many options to choose from which will allow you to mix and match napkins at your party if you want to.
25. Folding Tables
Folding tables are a party necessity. Folding tables give you a place to set food and gifts, and it also provides a use for the Mario-themed tablecloths.
Mario Themed Birthday Party: Invitations
26. Mario and Friends Invitations
The classic Mario-themed party invitation is going to be the Mario and friends invitation. There are so many options to choose from, any choice would be perfect.
27. Super Mario Bros. Invitations
If you are wanting to incorporate a lot of characters into your party invitation, then a Super Mario Bros. invitation might be the right choice for you!
28. Princess Peach Invitations
Mario-themed parties aren’t just for boys! If the party is for a girl, and there will be a lot of girl guests in attendance, you could always surprise them by sending them a princess peach invitation.
29. Yoshi Invitations
Yoshi is too cute to not be on a party invitation! These invitations are sure to make your guests excited and ready to come to your party.
30. Digital Invitations
If paper invitations aren’t your style, then you can always send out digital invitations! Your guests will still get all the information that is needed for your party, and the invitation won’t be thrown away or lost. Another great thing about digital invitations is that there is a wide variety to choose from and you will surely be able to find a Mario-themed invitation.
Mario Themed Birthday Party: Conclusion
These ideas are just a few things that could help make your Mario-themed party a success! As always, there are many ideas to choose from and these are just a few that stand out. I am sure that your party will be a hit and your guests will have a fantastic time.
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Written by: Rachel Clifton