Updated on: Oct 05, 2024
Are you looking to create a party from a galaxy far far away that will fill your little Jedi Knight with joy? Look no further you will than the ultimate guide to your child’s Star Wars birthday party with 50 ideas about everything from food ideas to games, decorations, and more. Need inspiration? You’ve come to the right place! Get that Cantina music started and the band going as you learn how to create a Star Wars party with many quick and easy ideas.
Star Wars Birthday Decorations
1. Stormtrooper Balloons
No party is complete without some type of balloons! Stormtrooper Balloons are white and black so they go with a lot of different decors, but since this theme embodies so many characters, you can find balloons for other characters like droids, Darth Vader, Yoda, and more. Whatever you chose works! Be sure to have some helium ready to blow them up.
2. Confetti
This simple decor is as easy as sprinkling around blue, grey, gold, red, blue, black, or green confetti.
3. Photo Backdrop
Your little galactic guests (and parents) will love the cute photo ops at your photo station. Set up a Star Wars backdrop if you can with a phone or camera on a tripod where guests can leisurely take photos in their costumes, or shirts, or wear their Star Wars masks. You can send physical prints or digital images to guests after the party for some fun memory keepsakes. Remember, black or galaxy backdrops work great too and people will love seeing their photos!
4. Photo Props for Photo Ops
Check out some cool Star Wars photo props with sayings from the movies or silly masks for your photo booth. Children will delight at having the opportunity to choose from the props for their photos. You can use prop blasters as well.
5. Birthday Banner
Your Alderaan prince or princess needs an adorable Star Wars-themed birthday banner, of course! There are also outdoor options to let your guests know which house the party is being held at. They won't miss it with these signs.
6. Star Wars Table Runner/Tablecloths
Add some flare that Queen Amidala herself would approve of with some Star Wars or galaxy table runners or tablecloths depending on your preference. Want a simple look? No problem! Silver or black tablecloths work just the same if you suspect your birthday bandhas might make a bit of a mess! (Some of these might be reusable too.)
7. Table or Direction Signs
You don’t need the Force to lead your guests the right way with these table signs that can either have planetary locations from Star Wars or directions to food, gifts, games, and very helpful bathrooms! If you don't want to do this idea you can always use centerpieces or other Star Wars table decorations. No matter it will look perfect.
8. Spaceship/Planet Lanterns
Paper lanterns are such a phenomenal decor idea simply because there are so many things you can do with the theme for any event no matter the occasion. In our case, you can make lanterns into spaceships, droids, the Death Star, tie-fighters, or anything else just by coloring, painting, or customizing them. Simple modifications transform any lantern.
9. Death Star or Darth Vader Pinata
Kids love whacking a pinata at birthdays to find the candy prizes awaiting them inside. Find a Star Wars-inspired pinata of the Death Star or Darth Vader and celebrate victory from the Empire! Be sure to fill it with lots of wrapped candy too.
10. Wearable Decoration Ideas
Wearable decoration ideas that are Star Wars-inspired help guests get in on all the fun - adults or kids! Set up a small table with these ideas and encourage guests to wear these ideas if they like. Star Wars headbands or masks work.
11. Princess Leia Bun Headbands
For all of the political princesses who are beautiful and tough, let them wear cute Leia bun headbands that they can take home or use for a quick and easy costume later. If it's cold, you can find a Leia-inspired crochet bun hat. Cute!
12. Yoda or Grogu Ear Headbands
Whether they want to be wise Master Yoda or the adorable baby Grogu, these green ear headbands can be made with an easy D.I.Y. or bought in bulk for a fun dress-up. The force will be strong with you when you include these fun ears.
13. Character Masks for the Kids
Give guests options for who they can be by providing character masks to wear.
14. R2D2 Garbage Can
If you don’t have any Jar Jars or a honky Gonk Droid handy to store the inevitable trash that will arise, that’s okay. Find a simple swing lid trashcan and use online patterns to draw R2 with markers to jazz up an otherwise boring trashcan. You don’t have to do this, but it truly is a cute idea if you do! Felt or other craft materials can be used as well.
15. Standup Character Cardboard Cutouts
Many character cutouts are available online, so choose the child’s favorites to display at the party or some fun decals.
16. String Lights or Lightsaber Lamps
Any string lights not only provide a fun and relevant atmosphere for your theme party but also can be used as room decor for the birthday child afterward. Nice! Lightsaber lamps work well too for this unique source of party lighting.
Star Wars Birthday Favors
17. Star Wars Coloring and Activity Books
These coloring sheets or books are often affordable and offer kids fun activities, games, and Star Wars photos to color.
18. Star Wars Rubber Bracelets
Star Wars rubber bracelets usually come in a variety, are cheap, and make lovely wearable favors.
19. Star Wars Jedi Academy Certificates
Make some certificates on Canva or any other photo editing program to give to Jedi graduates! You can also use a general certificate and customize it to your liking. Another idea is to have custom Jedi Knight certificates made for you.
20. Star Wars Minifigures
Lego Minifigures are a more affordable option for favors than big sets are. Sometimes, character figures are attached to keychains too. Choose some Star Wars characters to hand out of course!
21. Star Wars Stickers
Stickers are a quick and easy favor that serves so many purposes and everyone will delight in them! Many packs often come with 100+ stickers so there are more than enough to give multiple to guests or to put on your own water bottle.
22. Star Wars Books
If you can reasonably find Star Wars kids’ books (or older depending on age), add one to your favor bags. This may depend on how many favor bags you have as this may not be the best option if you have a lot of kids coming. Smaller-sized parties would be great for this favor idea if you like it, but you can make the bags smaller for lots of party guests.
23. Star Wars Cookies
Have a lot of extra desserts or do you like to bake? Why not hand out cute Star Wars cookies or make your own with adorable Star Wars cookie cutters that you can decorate yourself? There's no doubt these would be a hit for favors!
24. D.I.Y. Lightsabers
Craft lightsabers out of cardstock, foam pool noodles, or construction paper for guests. You can also tie colored glowsticks with a ribbon to the favor bags. Lightsabers, small ones, are good for favors and do not take much to create.
25. Bubble Wands
Bubble wands seem to be a classic party favor, but a little duct tape in silver and black cut up into hilt strips can spice up ordinary bubble wands. This is optional as bubble wands themselves are great. Check out bubble wand sabers too.
26. Star Wars Erasers
This favor is fun and practical. Kids can use them in school, for drawing, or as decoration. Novelty erasers work too!
Star Wars Birthday Food Ideas
27. Themed Snack Bar
Have snacks you must! Eat them quickly your guests will! A clever play on words can be done by putting on a sign “Admiral Ackbar’s Snack Bar” or your own idea on a chalkboard to direct guests to your snack table. There’s really no limit to what you can include on this table or what snacks you choose to include. Luckily, we have some ideas too!
28. Yoda Ears
Snap peas in the pod kind of look like Yoda’s ears right? Put them out in a themed bowl to snack on.
29. Padawan Popcorn
Pour some "Padawan popcorn" of caramel corn or butter popcorn into colorful bowls for the snack bar.
30. Lightsaber Pretzels
This snack is so easy to make with just pretzel rod sticks and colored candy melts for the majority of the stick. There are so many different colored lightsabers, but classic options are blue, green, or red. Pick some up instead if you'd prefer.
31. Jedi and Sith Gumballs
Take two gumball machines or bowls if you’d like and place blue gumballs in one and red in the other.
32. Star Wars Sandwiches
Take Star Wars cookie cutters to shape any kind of sandwich. Maybe you’ll make Vader ones?
33. Lightsaber Freezepops
Have you ever noticed that popsicles and freezepops look like lightsabers? We did too. Black felt pouches can be glued or sewed to create lightsaber hilts and popsicle holders for the young Jedi. You can also buy multiple!
34. Stars Wars Inspired Pizza
Shape your toppings - cheese, tomatoes, pepperoni, mushrooms - into various images related to Star Wars. There is so much inspiration online as this is a fun and edible way to pay homage to the films!
35. Star Wars Photo Cake
Find an edible cake topper image or have your custom photo made edible and add edible Star Wars cake topper small decorations. This may be something you would need outside consultation to order in advance of your party date if you choose to order the whole thing from a local business or bakery. You can always make a cake yourself and add toppers.
Star Wars Birthday Games and Activities
A kid’s birthday party is undoubtedly full of laughter, activity, and games! Take your fun up a notch by incorporating these classic party games with a twist into your next Star Wars birthday theme party. They'll keep guests moving!
36. Galactic Cornhole Game
Let everyone play some games of the classic Cornhole game where you create two teams of opposing sides. You can do Jedi vs Sith, First Order vs the Resistance, or any other pairings! Find some cornhole board decals and bean bags.
37. Star Wars Bingo
Create your own or purchase some printable Star Wars bingo sheets to get a fun game going. You might need the Force on your side to come up with a good prize for the winner. How about a cute Chewbacca plushie?
38. Star Wars Coloring Sheets
Coloring books or printable coloring sheets are always a hit for kids who love to get creative! Don't forget crayons.
39. Pin the Lightsaber on Vader
Just like Pin the Tail on Donkey, the object of the game is to pin Vader’s red lightsaber in his hand. As with many of these ideas, it is open to interpretation and your theme choices can vary. You can also choose to do Pin the Buns on Leia, or Pin the Lightsaber on Yoda. The options are what you make! Even if you pick another theme, it'll still be fun.
40. Star Wars Bowling
Strike! Have a (bowling) ball with this game and get outdoor pins to knock down. You can create pins with construction paper and stuffing and use rubber balls if you want to D.I.Y. this game. A regular bowling game works lovely here too.
Star Wars Birthday Party Supplies
41. Star Wars Cookie Jar
If you are serving cookies, why not put them in a jar shaped like a galaxy’s finest characters? Even if you fill them with something else, they may be lovely decorations that you might display later in the kitchen.
42. Fun Straws
Enjoy drinks in style with fun paper straws or colorful straws!
43. Star Wars Plasticware
Forks, spoons, and knives are essential for eating at any birthday party. Browse for Star Wars-themed ones or make it simple and go with blue, green, red, or black. White works just fine too!
44. Star Wars Napkins
You can roll up colored napkins and tie them with matching ribbons to create lightsaber napkins or find some Star Wars napkins that get along swimmingly with the rest of your party supplies.
45. Star Wars Plates
Children will delight at the Star Wars plates where they’ll find their favorite character’s image.
Star Wars Birthday Invitations
Rock an Ewok's socks off and let everybody in the galaxy know your planet is hosting a very special birthday party!
46. Star Wars Party Invitations
This may be the quick and easy option to go for if you are looking for that concept. There are many Star Wars-themed invitations that you can simply input your event information and date. Easy! Amazon also has so many choices.
47. Darth Vader Birthday Party Invitations
I find your lack of invitations...disturbing. No problem! Darth Vader invitations are perfect for this party theme and will suit your invitation needs well with this powerful Sith lord on the cards.
48. Princess Leia Birthday Invitations
General Organa wants you to send out cute invitations that look just like her! Craft or buy these.
49. Han Solo Chocolate Carbonite Invitations
Send the Chosen ones some carbonite chocolate invitations that you can make with chocolate molds. Just wrap these up well with some galaxy-themed birthday invitations before you mail them out.
50. Custom Online Invitations
Many sites like Greenvelope or Etsy allow custom invitations based on a theme or style you like.
Star Wars Birthday : Conclusion
There you have it, the helpful guide for all things you need for your Star Wars birthday party. Your special event is sure to be a hit with any of these creative and fun ideas. If you’re looking for more themed birthday ideas or any other help with event planning, check us out at Easy Event Planning for all of your party planning needs here in one place.
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May the Force be with you!
Written by Alexis Tavares