If you love the idea of hosting a whimsical and vintage party – these Circus Birthday Party Ideas will really inspire you. You could also use the theme for bridal and baby showers as well as other occasions such as “The Greatest Showman” viewing party. You can purchase indoor tents, balloons, face paint and other items to make this the most fun party ever. Backyard Carnival Birthday Party ideas are great for the entertainment factor.
1. Circus Themed Dessert Table
Set the scene with a dessert table to display the cake and treats. Use a bright red table cloth and hand a red and white striped fabric for the backdrop to mimic a circus tent. Hang colorful balloons and clown decorations as well as a helium balloon for the child’s age.
2. Elephant Cake Topper
Nothing says circus magic like a bold, eye-catching cake topper. This circus-themed cake decoration features a vibrant big top tent, a sparkling gold elephant balancing a glittery blue ball, and classic red, blue, and yellow colors that bring the carnival spirit to life.
Supplies
- pGold glitter cardstock
- A stencil or printable template
- A wooden skewer or cake pick
- Hot glue or tape
Directions
1. Make the big top by covering the cake with blue fondant and adding a red roof, curtains, and yellow stars.
2. Make the elephant by tracing or printing the silhouette onto gold cardstock and attaching it to a skewer. Cover the ball with glitter and attach it to the elephant’s trunk.
3. Put it all together by carefully inserting the elephant into the center of the cake. Make sure it’s secure!
4. Put the big top cake on your main cake as the centerpiece.
3. Clown Themed Party Favors
Give guests fun treats to take home with these clown themed party favors.
Supplies
- plastic test tubes with colored lids
- red and yellow pom poms
- white cardstock or foam sheets
Directions
Begin by gluing the pom-poms to the top of the test tube. Then, cut the white cardstock or foam sheets into small curved shapes to make clown mouths. Draw a smile with the black marker and glue a red pom-pom or foam sticker in the center for the nose. Glue the clown mouth just below the pom-pom hair on the front of the test tube.Let the glue dry completely before handling the favors. Finally, fill the tubes with candies or small treats for a fun surprise.
4. Circus-Themed Photo Booth
Make your next party more fun with a DIY Circus-Themed Photo Booth! It’s an easy and eye-catching addition to any carnival, circus, or birthday celebration. You’ll only need a few materials to make a vibrant backdrop for fun photos.Supplies
- Big cardboard or foam board
- Red and white paint or paper
- Black and white letters (or paint) for a “CIRCUS” sign
Directions
1. Cut the frame: Use a big piece of cardboard or foam board and make a rectangular window in the center for the photo area. You can also make the edges look playful by adding scallops.
2. Paint the stripes: Make red and white vertical stripes for a classic circus tent look. Let it dry.
3. Add the sign: Print or paint big “CIRCUS” letters on top. Use a black background and white letters for a cool effect.
4. Decorate: Cut a yellow star from paper and glue it near the bottom.
5. Secure the booth: You can lean it against a wall or attach it to a stand for stability.5. Balloon Clown
No circus birthday party would be complete without balloons!
instructions clown balloon columnRelated Posts
