Updated on: Sep 20, 2024
It’s hard to find a kid that isn’t a Marvel fan nowadays, so it’s no surprise that you are looking for some fresh Marvel birthday party ideas to ‘wow’ your guests. More importantly though, when it comes to giving your child the Marvel party of their dreams, this is all easier said than done. While there are many ways to pull off a Marvel-themed birthday party, here are just a few ideas to help you on your way.
And if you are planning this party on a budget, our expense tracker and party planning checklist are some great tools at your disposal!
Marvel Birthday Party Ideas: Decorations
1. Comic Book Garland
You could string up some pages of a comic book to create a nifty DIY garland, or you can simply buy a premade option.
2. Marvel Posters
Immerse your guests in the Marvel Universe by throwing up a few posters! It’s a great chance to showcase the posters you already have on hand, and an easy and widely available decoration to purchase.
3. City Skyline
One of our more subtle Marvel birthday party ideas. By putting up a city backdrop you can give your venue a certain comic book style that is sure to make your guests feel like superheroes themselves.
4. Thor’s Hammer
Have Mjölnir on full display for your guests to pay homage to the God of Thunder (If your guests are worthy, that is). You can use this piece as part of a game (if the material allows) or simply as a talking point.
5. S.H.I.E.L.D. Welcome
Set a S.H.I.E.L.D. sign outside your front door, or in your entryway to welcome your guest to your Marvel-themed bash. While this sign might not be as showy as some other designs, Marvel fans will be sure to appreciate it.
6. Infinity Stone Tables
If there are going to be multiple tables, a fun way to differentiate is to set a replica of each infinity stone at every table. You can even set a notecard to tell your guests whether they are sitting at the “space stone” or the “reality stone” table.
7. Avengers Logo
You don’t have to be a major Marvel fan to recognize the iconic Avenger’s logo! You can make your own out of cardboard, or stick up the fun and affordable decal. Any way you choose is sure to make your guests feel ready to take on their next superhero mission!
Marvel Birthday Party Ideas: Party Favors
8. Marvel Masks
Have everyone be a superhero! By handing out, or providing these fun masks in gift bags, your guests can be superheroes for the day, which is sure to be a tireless source of entertainment.
9. Temporary Tattoos
Give each of your guests a set or pack of temporary tattoos! The kids will have a fun time showing off their favorite characters and the application process is quick and easy.
10. Mega Favor Pack
This mega favor pack includes a wide variety of entertaining Spider-Man-themed toys for your child and their friends to play with. They can also provide sources of entertainment if you choose to hand them out toward the start of the party.
11. Spider Rings
Hand out spider rings (or put in favor bags) to show your love for Spiderman or Black Widow! They are almost always sold in bulk and are a very affordable favor option.
12. Spiderman Activity Sets
Either entertain your guests or send each of them home with a spiderman activity pack! Not only are there a variety of favors, but it’s perfect if Spiderman happens to be your child’s favorite.
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13. Bookmarks
Give your guests one or two Marvel bookmarks to mark their place in their current book or comic book!
14. Action Figures
Action figures are fun for any Marvel fan, whether they want to play with them or even just display them! These small figures are perfect for giving away some figures to a large amount of guests.
Marvel Birthday Party Ideas: Food Ideas
15. Spider Web Cotton Candy
Using a cotton candy machine, or prepackaged options, you can serve your guests “spider webs” complete with a spiderman-themed ring right on the stick.
16. Avengers Cake
As a centerpiece to your party, why not have an Avengers-themed cake? You can either find or create a design incorporating the team’s logo, or one that features the characters themselves! If not a huge Avengers fan, then there are plenty of designs out there that feature other super alliances, though Avengers is probably the easiest to find.
17. Thor’s Marshmallow Treat Hammer
You can bake a sheet of marshmallow crispy treats (with grey food coloring added), cut the dessert into rectangles, and by wedging large pretzel sticks into the side of each treat, you can create some nifty, and edible replicas of Thor’s Hammer!
18. Capsicles
Make your own freeze pops! Freeze either blue punch or Kool-Aid, but stick Captain America’s shield, or likeness in each before freezing, and add a popsicle stick. After letting them sit in the freezer overnight, you have some clever and delicious treats for your guests, as well as some favors for them to take home.
19. Superhero Cake Pops
Share some cake pops with your guests in the likeness of their favorite Marvel heroes. All you need is a simple cake pop recipe and some stencils to help you make the pops resemble your favorite characters! For those who might be a keen baker, however, you can also try to decorate the pops with fondant as well.
20. Infinity Stone Ring Pops
Set out ring pops for your guests, and then label them as infinity stones! While you might not be able to get all the same colors as in the comics/films, your guests will still have a good time trying to collect them all!
21. Cookies
Some custom Marvel theme cookies that are shaped and themed after the most iconic characters are a great and cute treat for guests! There are many options and styles to choose from, so take your time finding which you believe are the best, or even ask the celebrant who their favorite characters are!
22. Pretzel Sticks
Decorate some normal pretzel sticks with different colored chocolate and decorations to bring them new life! Style them after the best Marvel characters while also making them delicious!
23. Captain America’s Shield Fruit Platter
By decorating some various berries into the shape of Captain America’s famous shield, this treat is both cool to admire and healthy!
Marvel Birthday Party Ideas: Games and Activities
24. Pinata
Have the kids crack open a pinata shaped as some of the most iconic Marvel characters! You can even fill the pinata with ring pops, rock candy, or pop rocks and have them be the infinity stones.
25. Pin the Star
Make your own felt or cardboard Captain America shield and have the kids take turns pinning the star to the middle.
26. Photo Props
Set up a photo station with some Marvel-themed photo props, not only is this an engaging activity, but your guests can go home with pictures from the party!
27. Hawkeye Archery
One of our favorite Marvel birthday party ideas! By setting up cardboard or drawn targets, the kids can take turns channeling their inner Hawkeye and working on their bow and arrow skills in preparation for the next alien invasion.
28. Throw Thor’s Hammer
Set up some cardboard toilet paper rolls or empty cans and let the kids take turns trying to knock down the stack with the might of Thor’s hammer Mjölnir.
29. Marvel Match Game
This game allows two players to try to match five Marvel characters in a row on their side of the board. It’s fun, simple, and easy to pack away!
30. UNO
This popular card game has a unique spin! Besides the Marvel theme with the cards, there are also special event and enemy cards that change the game into something fresh and fun!
Marvel Birthday Party Ideas: Party Supplies
31. Marvel Reusable Party Cups
To keep with the Marvel theme and for the (slight) benefit of the environment, have some reusable plastic cups available for all your guests! Not only can they pick one with their preferred hero, but they can take them home as favors once the party ends.
32. Spiderman Party Supply Set
If your child is a big Spiderman fan, these Spiderman-themed party supplies are a perfect and easy way to incorporate your theme while providing plates, cups, napkins, and a tablecloth for the occasion.
33. Comic Book Cupcake Toppers
By sticking some comic book-themed cupcake toppers into your cakes you can make any flavor Marvel-themed. Not only are the toppers relevant, but they are impressive and amazing to look at!
34. Avengers Party Supplies Set
Why waste money buying all of your supplies separately? You can easily get everything you need in one of these supply sets, even if your party is not strictly Avengers-themed, there are still plenty of sets to be found online!
35. Superhero Tablecloth
Finally, why not approach your tablecloth with a subtle nod to superhero films/comics. This superhero tablecloth is a perfect and fun way to keep with your theme, all the while being very affordable.
Marvel Birthday Party Ideas: Invitations
36. Comic Book Design
This comic book design not only channels the classic Marvel vibes, but it is exciting and sure to get the whole family excited for the upcoming event.
37. Avengers
Invite your guests with this colorful cartoon design! It is quick to inform your guests of the theme and is eye-catching enough that they will be sure to keep their calendar open once it's posted on their fridge.
38. Spider-Man
If your child is a big fan of your friendly neighborhood web-slinger, then look no further than this action-filled Spider-Man design.
Written by Katherine Schultz and Rina Okagaki; Contributor: Max Kahn